Denali National Park Dog Sledding
If you’re planning a visit to the Denali area during the summer, you can explore the fascinating world of dog sledding by visiting a local kennel. There, mushers will captivate you with a presentation on the rich history of this beloved sport and share insights into the exceptional care provided to their teams. Then get a feel for what this iconic sport is like by hopping aboard a side-by-side, pulled by a team of energetic dogs over a dirt trail.
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Dog Sledding
Experience the thrill of the iconic Alaskan sport of dogsledding from veterans of the Iditarod and Yukon Quest races! Operating in summer and winter from Cantwell, about a 30-minute drive south of Denali National Park, the private tours will be just you and your group, led by expert guides. Winter tours can involve learning to drive your own dog team or riding out to see the northern lights. In summer, the excited dogs pull a side-by-side on ...more
Get the insider’s perspective on the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race from veteran musher and Alaskan celebrity Jeff King, who has claimed first place four times. He will regale you with tales from the trail and introduce you to his dogs during a tour of his sled-dog training center, the Husky Homestead. Here, for more than three decades, Jeff has offered visitors a look at what goes into creating a championship team and carving a life in the Alaska ...more
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