FAIRBANKS GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Glide the Tanana: A 1-Hour Mushing Ride from Trail Breaker Kennel
A one-hour guided sled ride along the Tanana River with Trail Breaker Kennel—meet champion-bloodline Alaskan Huskies, learn mushing history, and photograph Fairbanks winter landscapes.
Glide the Tanana: A 1-Hour Mushing Ride from Trail Breaker Kennel.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with local mushing guides on the Tanana River, where you'll experience the thrill of a sled ride pulled by spirited Alaskan Huskies. Meet and pet the dogs, help harness them, and learn about the history and modern practice of dog mushing while gliding along wooded lowlands and across frozen sandbars at the confluence of the Chena and Tanana Rivers on this 1-hour tour through Fairbanks' winter wilderness.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Champion-bloodline Alaskan Huskies
Meet and interact with Alaskan Huskies from champion bloodlines and learn about sled dog training from local mushing guides.
Winter Light on the Tanana
Glide through wooded lowlands and across frozen sandbars with multiple photo opportunities in Fairbanks winter light.
An Iconic Kennel and Living History
Experience an outing at Trail Breaker Kennel, founded by legendary musher Susan Butcher, and gain insight into Alaskan mushing history and modern practice.
What the day feels like
What the Experience Feels Like
The flow is immediate and hands-on: meet the team at Trail Breaker Kennel, help harness the dogs, then climb aboard for a guided, roughly one-hour sled ride led by experienced mushers. The route threads wooded lowlands and frozen river sandbars, offers staged stops for photos, and returns toward the kennel where the power and choreography of working sled dogs are on full display.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and who should take care.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing is a one-hour guided sled ride; operators cancel trips in extreme cold—check specific temperature policies with the operator.
Confirm recommended clothing and footwear with the operator; the tour includes multiple photo opportunities so bring a camera or phone for pictures.
Meet at Trail Breaker Kennel for check-in and orientation before the ride.
Tours will be canceled at very low temperatures (see operator policies); operator may change routes or cancel for guest and dog safety.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the sled ride?
The guided experience is approximately one hour.
Where do I meet for the tour?
Guests meet at Trail Breaker Kennel for check-in and orientation.
Is there a minimum age?
Participants must be at least 4 years old.
What happens in extreme cold?
Tours will be canceled if temperatures reach -25°F or colder; for children 10 years and younger tours are canceled at -10°F.
Are there weight restrictions?
Guests over 250 lbs must book two seats for safety and comfort.
Can I take photos during the ride?
Yes—there are multiple photo opportunities along the route in Fairbanks winter light.