CANTON HIKING FIELD GUIDE
Summit Charge: A Three‑Hour Sled Ascent and High‑Speed Descent of Streaked Mountain
A 3-hour, musher‑led Mountain Tour that climbs nearly 2,000 feet to Streaked Mountain’s summit for panoramic views and a thrilling downhill return—this guide lays out what to expect and who can participate.
Summit Charge: A Three‑Hour Sled Ascent and High‑Speed Descent of Streaked Mountain.
The Mountain Tour is a compact, high‑energy outing that carries riders up nearly 2,000 feet to Streaked Mountain’s summit, where wide views pause the pulse before a fast, sled‑driven descent back down the trail. Expect stretches when your musher may ask you to hike or jog alongside the sled; the rhythm alternates effort with reward across roughly three hours of terrain and motion.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A near‑2,000‑foot climb to Streaked Mountain
The defining moment of the tour is the ascent to Streaked Mountain’s summit — a sustained climb that culminates in a broad viewpoint and a chance to take in the surrounding landscape before the return.
A fast, thrilling downhill
After the summit pause comes a fast, adrenaline‑forward descent; the ride down is designed to be quick and memorable, guided by your musher for speed and control.
Two‑person sleds and hands‑on guidance
Tours run per sled, with each sled seating up to two guests (combined weight limit 400 lbs); a musher/guide leads the experience and may require guest participation on sections of trail.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
The tour compresses an adventurous summit push and a rapid return into a focused three‑hour window. You climb toward the peak alongside your musher, pause for the summit view, then strap in for a quick descent — with moments where you may be asked to step off the sled and jog or hike to help the team through steeper or faster sections.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should sit this one out.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The Mountain Tour runs for approximately 3 hours.
Participants should be prepared for active moments on foot: some athletic ability is necessary because the musher/guide may require you to hike or jog alongside the sled at points along the trail.
Pricing is per sled; each sled seats up to two guests with a combined weight limit of 400 lbs. The advertised rate is $1,500 per sled and tours are available weekdays only.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Mountain Tour take?
The tour is approximately 3 hours in duration.
Is there a minimum age to participate?
Yes. Guests must be ages 12 and older; children under 18 require accompaniment by a parent or guardian.
Can pregnant guests or those with recent injuries join?
No. No guest who is pregnant or who has had a recent injury or surgery may participate in this tour.
How many people fit on a sled and what are the weight limits?
Each sled seats up to two guests; the combined weight limit per sled is 400 lbs.
How much does the tour cost and when is it available?
The listed rate is $1,500 per sled and the Mountain Tour is available on weekdays only.
Do I need to be fit to join?
Yes. Some athletic ability is necessary because your musher/guide may require you to hike or jog alongside the sled for brief sections of the trail.