Ride a Summer Sled Dog UTV Tour in McCarthy
Meet the dogs, help harness the team, then ride a wheeled sled in McCarthy
Duration
2+ Hours
Includes
Sled dog yard visit, UTV ride
Highlights
Visit the summer dog yard in McCarthy for a hands-on look at mushing and Alaskan culture. You’ll meet the mushers, interact with the sled dogs, and take a short ride on a wheeled vehicle pulled by the team.
- Arrive at the summer dog yard in McCarthy to meet the sled dogs and mushers
- Learn about the history of mushing and its role in Alaskan culture
- Help harness and hook up the team before the ride
- Ride in a wheeled vehicle pulled by the dogs for about 15–20 minutes
- Give the dogs a treat and help return them to their homes after the ride
Things to know
McCarthy and Kennecott do not allow private tourist vehicles to cross the Kennecott River. If you need transport, an optional UTV shuttle is available for an extra charge of $2.45 per mile (max 5 passengers per ride).
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 48 hours in advance for a refund. No refund if you cancel 48 or fewer hours before the tour. Reschedule up to 6 hours in advance. No refunds for missed tour times. Full refund if the operator cancels for dogs' health and safety.
FAQs
You can drive to the area, but private tourist vehicles cannot cross the Kennecott River. The closest you can drive is the Kennecott River footbridge at the end of McCarthy Road.
Plan for about a 1.5-mile walk on gravel roads from the footbridge to the kennel. There are no shuttle services on the west side of the footbridge other than the operator’s.
Yes. You can add an optional UTV shuttle within a 5-mile radius of the kennel. It costs $2.45 per mile, with a maximum of 5 passengers per ride.
Meeting details
Waylon's Way Dog Sledding, McCarthy AK