Up to 2-8 People • 1.5 Hours • All ages!
Race across private snow trails with champion huskies and panoramic views of Denali. In 90 minutes you’ll learn mushing basics, meet the dogs, and feel what winter in Interior Alaska truly feels like.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; standing on a sled briefly requires balance and basic mobility.
Wildlife
History
Dog mushing remains a practical and cultural practice in Alaska; the modern Iditarod race, established 1973, helped boost national interest in the sport.
Conservation
Operators emphasize staying on groomed trails and minimizing disturbance to wintering wildlife; follow guide instructions to protect habitat and dog teams.
Alaskan Husky Adventures
Up to 2-8 People • 1.5 Hours • All ages!
Alaskan Husky Adventures is a family-owned and operated champion sled dog kennel based in Willow, Alaska — a community often called the mushing capital of the world. The kennel specializes in authentic dog-powered experiences year-round, introducing guests to Iditarod dogs and the kennel’s team of distance-racing champions. Guests meet the dogs, tour the kennel, and learn about a dog-driven lifestyle guided by experienced mushers.
The operation offers both winter sled rides and summer cart sledding on private training trails used for Iditarod preparation. Summer carts seat two people each and run on secluded trails through Alaska spruce and birch. Winter options include traditional sled rides, hands-on “mush your own team” experiences, and specialty outings like a Christmas tree sled ride. Longer programs — including a five-hour “Run with the Pack” adventure led by an Iditarod finisher — provide in-depth mushing and kennel interaction for small groups.
Alaskan Husky Adventures combines rustic, educational tours with high-adrenaline mushing. The kennel emphasizes safety, personal interaction with champion dogs, and scenic routes with Denali views. Visitors can also join mixed-activity days such as fishing and sled rides or seasonal mountain mushing through historic gold-mining hills. All experiences are presented in a third-person, visitor-focused format and are rooted in the kennel’s in-place training trails, local knowledge, and proven race-line dogs.
Family-Owned
Yes
Locally operated kennel in Willow
Location
Willow, Alaska
Mushing capital of the world
Champion Team
Iditarod dogs
Fastest distance-racing dogs
Tours Offered
10 tours
Year-round sledding and experiences
Secure a spot on a winter sled ride, summer cart run, or hands-on mushing adventure with Willow’s champion team — book now to guarantee availability.
Layer for changing conditions
Dress in insulating layers with a windproof outer layer—temperatures and wind chill can change quickly on exposed trail corridors.
Bring traction for boots
Traction devices or stiff-soled, insulated boots improve safety when loading and unloading the sled on icy sections.
Meet and greet the dogs
Arrive early to interact with the huskies—handlers will show how teams are cared for and explain musher commands.
Protect electronics from cold
Store spare batteries in an inner pocket and keep cameras warm to avoid quick battery drain in frigid air.
Insulated layering system
Base layers, mid layers, and a windproof shell keep you warm during stops and while sledding.
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Waterproof insulated boots
Warm, dry feet are crucial when walking on packed snow and loading the sled.
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Spare camera battery or power pack
Cold drains batteries fast—bring spares to capture Denali and the teams.
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Goggles or sunglasses
Bright snow and wind need eye protection for comfort and clear visibility.
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