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Drive your own dog sled team through Yukon’s stunning winter wilderness with Boreal Kennels. This full-day adventure blends thrilling trails, expert guide insight, and the chance to see the northern lights.
Drive your own dog sled team through Yukon’s stunning winter wilderness with Boreal Kennels. This full-day adventure blends thrilling trails, expert guide insight, and the chance to see the northern lights.
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Operated by Boreal Kennels · Carcross, Yukon
Carcross, Yukon, offers a rare escape into one of Canada’s most pristine winter landscapes, where Boreal Kennels invites adventurers to take the reins of a dog sled team for a full-day journey through the Yukon wilderness. This isn’t just a ride—it's a hands-on immersion into northern winter travel, driven by a team of energetic huskies eager to run across snow-blanketed trails carved between dense spruce forests and frozen lakes. Here, the Yukon’s rugged terrain provides an unmatched backdrop of sprawling boreal forests, steep granite outcrops, and sweeping valleys shaped by millennia of glacial movement.
Boreal Kennels stands out not only for its expertly managed dog teams but also for its focus on sharing authentic survival skills and wilderness knowledge. Led by seasoned guides, each expedition combines the thrill of mushing with valuable lessons on staying safe and comfortable in cold conditions. The guides’ deep familiarity with the land enhances every moment, offering insights into wildlife tracks and how indigenous peoples historically navigated these vast northern stretches.
Beyond the rush of the trail, participants have a chance to witness the northern lights flickering against the night sky—a rare celestial display amplified by the remote location’s near-total absence of light pollution. After a day spent managing your sled and bonding with the huskies, evenings bring a welcome respite by campfire warmth and hearty meals that reflect the rugged spirit of northern hospitality.
This experience captures the essence of Yukon’s winter: challenging yet deeply rewarding, invigorating yet peaceful. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast eager to try dog sledding for the first time or looking to deepen your connection with Canada’s north, Boreal Kennels offers a genuine, memorable winter adventure within one of the country’s most iconic wilderness areas.
moderate.
5–6 hours.
Moderate fitness required; participants should be comfortable standing for long periods and handling sled controls.
Experienced guides provide safety briefings and lead all tours, ensuring proper handling of sleds and dogs.
No prior experience is needed; guides teach you all necessary skills during the adventure.
Yes, children 5 years and older are welcome to join this full-day trip.
While sightings aren’t guaranteed, the guides share multiple ways to enjoy the wilderness and camp atmosphere regardless.
The trip includes a safety briefing, a team of 4 to 6 dogs, hot drinks and lunch, snacks after the tour, and expert guiding.
Yes, pick-up service is available or you can meet at their location on South Klondike Highway in Carcross.
Carcross lies along historic Yukon Gold Rush routes, blending Indigenous culture with frontier history.
Boreal Kennels is committed to sustainable practices that minimize environmental impact and protect the fragile northern ecosystem.
Boreal Kennels is a dog sledding and snowmobile outfitter based in Carcross, Yukon. The operation offers a range of guided experiences that showcase the Southern Lakes region, from short half-day runs to immersive multi-day expeditions. Guests drive their own teams of northern huskies on half-day, full-day, overnight and multi-day dog sledding adventures, including specialized itineraries that span two, three, five and seven days. Snowmobile tours run through the same frozen landscapes with half-day, full-day and overnight options, and participants can choose single or double occupancy for snowmobile trips. Guides at Boreal Kennels provide instruction in mushing, trail safety and backcountry awareness, and meals and camping logistics are included on overnight excursions. Many itineraries highlight opportunities to observe local wildlife and, in winter months, to view the northern lights. All trips depart from the Carcross area and use locally maintained trails across the Southern Lakes region. Boreal Kennels emphasizes responsible, guided wilderness travel with experienced teams that handle dog care, route planning and guest safety. The kennel focuses on offering authentic Yukon winter experiences: driving sled teams, learning survival techniques, and spending nights under clear northern skies. Reservations are recommended for peak winter months and multi-day trips due to limited space. Trip lengths and difficulty vary; itineraries are described for each offering so guests can choose an appropriate option. Booking details and seasonal availability are posted on Boreal Kennels' site.
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