A heli ride and dog mushing; a true Alaska adventure

Alaska Dog sled Tours

Starting At $689

Fly along the scenic Knik river valley past towering Pioneer Peak, enjoying views of Mount Susitna (also known as Sleeping Lady) and Denali before arriving at Big Lake, where you will be welcomed at The Dogstead.

All Tours Begin in Palmer, Alaska

A beautiful 45 minute drive from Anchorage, Alaska

Need transportation from Anchorage?
Give us a call and we will book your round trip transportation!

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Duration

Multiple Options
2.5 Hrs – Overnight

Tour Availability

Year Round

Activity Level

Easy

Highlights Of This Adventure

Fly past towering Pioneer Peak on the way to Big Lake
Give sled dogs pets and learn about the history of dog mushing, Alaska’s state sport
Help professional musher musher Nic Petit harness the team
Go for a thrilling ride behind these four-legged athletes. In summer & fall your ride will be on a cart with wheels. In the winter you will mush on a traditional dogsled
Look for wildlife on your flight to and from Big Lake
Add a glacier landing to your dog sled adventure for extra fun
This adventure is a great option for all ages

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Fly over beautiful Alaska scenery and meet a team of Alaska sled dogs!

a Bucketlist Experience

Fly along the beautiful Knik River Valley, past towering Pioneer Peak with views of Mount Susitna and Denali to the community of Big Lake, where you will be welcomed at The Dogstead.

Home of respected Iditarod musher Nic Petit and his kennel of lovable pups, your adventure awaits! In the winter months enjoy a ride atop snow-packed trails on a traditional dog sled.

In the fall, take in the changing leaves and first snowfall (called termination dust) and the feel of crisp air on your cheeks as the energetic dogs give you the ride of a lifetime.

Experience the rush of racing dogs, and see why Nic and his pups consistently finish in the top 10 of nearly every race they run!

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Explore your Options

THREE DOG SLED ADVENTURES TO CHOOSE FROM: WHICH WILL YOU PICK?

Alaska Dog mushing Adventure

Dog Mushing Details:

Starts at $689
2.5-hour adventure
Great for all ages!
Must love dogs!

Fly along the beautiful Knik River Valley, past towering Pioneer Peak with views of Mount Susitna and Denali to the community of Big Lake, where you will be welcomed at The Dogstead.

You’ll spend over an hour meeting these furry Alaska athletes, visiting with the pups, learning about Alaska’s state sport of mushing, and hitch up the team! Once the dogs are ready to go, enjoy an exhilarating ride!

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Iconic Alaska – Dog Mushing & Glaciers

Dog Mushing & Glacier Details:

Starts at $989
4-hour adventure
Includes a glacier landing
Great for all ages!
Must love dogs!

Fly along the beautiful Knik River Valley, past towering Pioneer Peak with views of Mount Susitna and Denali, to the community of Big Lake, where you will be welcomed at The Dogstead.

After your time with the sled dogs, your helicopter will fly to a world of majestic blue pools and dramatic ice formations, where you’ll step out of your helicopter onto the icy surface of Knik Glacier.

Book Your Dog Sled & Glacier Adventure

Fly, Stay, Mush

Fly along the beautiful Knik River Valley, past towering Pioneer Peak with views of Mount Susitna and Denali, to the community of Big Lake, where you will be welcomed at The Dogstead.

Home of respected Iditarod musher Nic Petit and his kennel of lovable pups, you‘ll be greeted and shown to comfortable overnight accommodations on this 160-acre property offering views of the Talkeetna, Chugach and Alaska Mountain ranges. Enjoy a night’s stay in a cozy yurt, complete with a woodstove for added ambiance!

Choose between an evening dogsled ride (offered only to yurt guests) or a morning mushing experience. In the spring and summer guests are pulled on a specially-designed cart for a unique riding adventure, and in the winter, guests enjoy a snowy ride on a traditional dog sled.

Call to Book This Overnight Experience

Every day is a little different in Alaska, we want you to be prepared!

WHAT TO BRING ON YOUR Dog sled ADVENTURE:

Warm layers
Rain jacket or heavy winter jacket
Hats and loves
Sunglasses
Closed toe sturdy shoes

Camera
Extra camera batteries
Empty memory cards (you’re going to take a lot of pictures!)
Water bottle

Snacks
An adventurous attitude!
Small personal backpack

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Important Details

Shuttle service is available from Anchorage to our departure location in Palmer.
If your adventure is cancelled due to weather conditions, no charges will apply, and guests will be refunded or rescheduled.
All tours require a two-guest minimum. Give us a call if traveling solo, and we’ll do our best to add a single guest to an existing reservation.
Microspikes/ice cleats are provided for safe glacier exploration
Dress in layers for changing weather, and remember to wear closed-toe footwear (no sandals or heels).
The R44 helicopter has a 300lb weight limit per seat and a total combined passenger weight limit of 650 lbs.
The R66 (four passenger) helicopter has a total combined passenger weight limit of 900 lbs. If a party exceeds the total weight limit of the aircraft booked, the party will require multiple aircraft or larger aircraft, there will be an additional fee of $250 assigned.