Experience the Magic of
Tutshi Sled Dog Summer Tours
Experience the raw beauty of the North through a time-honored tradition. Our world-class dog sledding adventures blend local expertise, authentic wilderness encounters, and the unparalleled spirit of Yukon exploration.
in Tagish, Yukon
Personalized Experience
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Breathtaking Yukon wilderness
Well-cared for, happy athletes
Adventures you'll never forget
Summer Cart Tour
Embark on an extraordinary adventure with Tagish Lake Kennel’s unique summer dog sledding experience. Our exhilarating 1.3-mile UTV tour showcases the incredible power of our canine athletes as they pull you through breathtaking sub-alpine landscapes. This immersive journey offers:
Scenic mountain and lake vistas
Exclusive musher’s talk and gear demonstration
Multimedia slideshow presentation
Adorable puppy meet-and-greet opportunity
**No reservations needed
Sled Dog Experience
Your adventure includes:
- Full sled dog camp tour
- Expert-led gear demonstration
- Intimate musher’s presentation
- Puppy interaction session
- Behind-the-scenes insights into mushing life
Pricing:
Adults: $85
Children: $75
Children under 5: Free
Mushing Camp Admission
Explore the heart of our dog sledding world:
- Access to entire sled dog facility
- Observe daily operations
- Learn about canine care and training
- Interactive experience with our champion dogs
Pricing:
All Ages: $8
Children under 5: Free
About Tutshi Sled Dog Summer Tours
Located at Km 74.5 on the South Klondike Highway. Tutshi Sleddog Tours is operated by TLK but run at a different location.
Come to tour an authentic mushers summer camp—and take a sled dog cart ride on our scenic alpine trail. Join veteran Iditarod and Yukon Quest mushers Michelle Phillips and Ed Hopkins and their friendly, loyal and well-cared-for Alaskan Huskies at their breathtaking summer mushing camp.
Meet our super-friendly canine athletes.
Learn all about life as a long distance musher.
Check out all the gear and stand on the runners of a racing sled.
Hear some tales from the trail.
Cuddle with our newest athletes: the puppies!
Experience the thrill as you ride on a sturdy UTV (side-by-side) pulled by 14 well-trained sled dogs along our stunning mountain vista trail.
**No reservations needed
Before Your Yukon Adventure
Experience & Fitness
Dog mushing or wilderness experience is not required for this program. For the dog sled ride, no specific fitness level is necessary. For Winter Mushing 101, guests should have moderate fitness and good balance.
Weather & Conditions
All activities are subject to weather conditions. We recommend travel health insurance for your trip. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions before booking.
Why Choose Tagish Lake Kennel?
🐕 Meet Our Sled Dogs
Meet our friendly, well-cared-for Alaskan Huskies and learn about the canine athletes behind our mushing programs.
🛞 Experience a Summer Dog Cart Ride
Feel the power of a trained dog team as they pull a UTV along a scenic 1.3-mile mountain trail.
🏔️ Beautiful Yukon Scenery
Enjoy breathtaking sub-alpine views of mountains and lakes while experiencing the Yukon wilderness.
🐶 Get Up Close With Puppies
Meet and interact with some of the kennel’s newest athletes during your visit.
❤️ Locally Owned & Operated
Discover Yukon life with people who call it home.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Summer Cart Tour
Where is Tutshi Sled Dog Summer Tours located?
Tutshi Sled Dog Summer Tours is located at Km 78.5 on the South Klondike Highway. The summer tours are operated by Tagish Lake Kennel but take place at a different location.
What is the Summer Cart Tour?
The Summer Cart Tour is a unique summer dog sledding experience where a team of trained sled dogs pulls a UTV along a scenic 1.3-mile trail through sub-alpine landscapes.
What can I see during the Summer Cart Tour?
The experience includes scenic mountain and lake views, a musher’s talk, a gear demonstration, a multimedia slideshow and an opportunity to meet puppies.
Can I meet the sled dogs?
Yes. Guests have an opportunity to interact with the friendly Alaskan Huskies and learn about their care, training and lives as working sled dogs.
Can I meet the puppies?
Yes. The experience includes a puppy meet-and-greet opportunity, allowing visitors to meet some of the kennel’s newest athletes.
Is this a summer dog sledding experience in Yukon?
Yes. Tutshi Sled Dog Summer Tours offers a summer dog sledding experience at its mushing camp near the South Klondike Highway. Instead of a traditional winter sled, guests can experience a UTV pulled by a trained team of sled dogs along a scenic summer trail.