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By Abdulmalik Al-Aghbari | University of Windsor
Photo by Rasmus Gundorff Sæderup on Unsplash
#1
Whitehorse’s Yukon Quest
Whitehorse, Yukon
It is also an outstanding dog sledding destination with a venue for the annual Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race. Visitors can sign up for guided tours to experience the thrill of mushing through the unspoiled wilderness of the Yukon.
Photo: https://www.explorefairbanks.com/blog/post/2017-yukon-quest-international-sled-dog-race/
Address: Sky High Wilderness Ranch, 50 Couch Road, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 5W5
#2
Banff’s Alpine Trails
Banff, Alberta
Dog sledding in Banff is all about the unforgettable adventuring through beautifully snow-covered landscapes of the Rocky Mountains. Guided tours include both history about the mushing activity and beautiful alpine scenery shots.
Photo Credit: https://www.banffadventures.com/things-to-do/unleash-the-musher-dogsled/
Address: Kingmik Dog Sled Tours, Lake Louise, AB T0L 1E0
#3
Canmore’s Winter Thrills
Canmore, Alberta
Canmore, located just outside Banff, has its own unique dog sledding tours through the beautiful Spray Lakes area. This is an adventure for the whole family to enjoy, from the breathtaking views to the experience itself.
Photo: https://howlingdogtours.com/our-tours
Address: Snowy Owl Sled Dog Tours, 129 Bow Meadows Crescent, Canmore, AB T1W 2W8
#4
Yellowknife’s Northern Lights Runs
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Dog sledding is the adventure that will accompany one with a little sprinkle of magic as you venture into the Northern Lights. Night-time sled tours take visitors on rides across frozen lakes beneath the shimmering northern lights.
Photo: http://www.beckskennels.com/
Address: Beck’s Kennels, 20 Deh Cho Blvd, Yellowknife, NT X1A 2N6
#5
Mont-Tremblant’s Laurentian Adventure
Mont-Tremblant, Quebec
In the midst of the Laurentians, Mont-Tremblant has dog sledding paths and experiences that take you through powdery-white forests and open frosty meadows. The outrides can be short or full-day excursions.
Photo Credit: https://www.tremblant.ca/things-to-do/activities-products/dogsledding
Address: Expedition Wolf, 586 Chemin de la Montagne, Mont-Tremblant, QC J8E 2T7
#6
Algonquin’s Wild Terrain
Algonquin Park, Ontario
Algonquin Park is one of the prime destinations for winter enthusiasts. It’s also very popular among dog sledders who enjoy taking up tours in snow-laden forests. Such tours expose everyone intimately to nature and all the magical historic experiences one will ever have in knowing about mushing.
Photo Credit: https://www.algonquinpark.on.ca/visit/recreational_activites/dog-sledding.php
Address: Algonquin Outfitters, 86 Main Street East, Huntsville, ON P1H 2C7
#7
Churchill’s Arctic Tracks
Churchill, Manitoba
What we know as the polar bear capital, besides this, is fantastic for dog sledding in the Arctic tundra. Most guided tours include tales of the traditional Inuit mushing practice.
Photo Credit: https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Attraction_Review-g154952-d1049234-Reviews-Blue_Sky_Expeditions-Churchill_Manitoba.html
Address: Wapusk Adventures, 26 Kelsey Blvd, Churchill, MB R0B 0E0
#8
Haliburton’s Snowy Trails
Haliburton, Ontario
The Haliburton Highlands are a lovely setting for dog sledding. Visitors can take tours through undulating hills and quiet forests for an unforgettable winter adventure.
Photo Credit: https://myhaliburtonhighlands.com/winter/dog-sledding/
Address: Winterdance Dogsled Tours, 1888 Kawagama Lake Road, Dorset, ON P0A 1E0
#9
Whistler’s Alpine Expeditions
Whistler, British Columbia
One can enjoy this masterpiece at Whistler, which takes visitors through the snow-capped valleys and ancient tall trees. It is a wonderful way to visit the magnificent winter scenery of British Columbia.
Photo Credit: https://www.whistler.com/activities/dog-sledding/
Address: Canadian Wilderness Adventures, 4282 Mountain Square, Whistler, BC V8E 1B8
#10
Revelstoke’s Backcountry Excursions
Revelstoke, British Columbia
Revelstoke not only has this rugged backcountry but also exciting dog-sledding tours as well. Adventurers can mush along distant trails with a backdrop of mountain scenery.
Photo Credit: https://seerevelstoke.com/activities/dog-sledding
Address: Revelstoke Dogsled Adventures, Westside Road, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0