Dog sledding

[pdw26]

We are going on a Vancouver round trip next July and would like to see if we can go dog sledding. We have only the ports of call - Juneau (half day and eve), Skagway (full day and eve), Ketchican (full day). Does anyone know of a dog sledding experience from any of these ports? And if so (stupid question alert) will there be snow in July? I have been dog sledding in the UK but they use a bike type trailer on grass, fun but not the real thing.

[Budget Queen]

glacier dog sledding is the only option you have for dog sledding on snow. Available out of Juneau -3 vendors and Skagway -1 vendor.

 

If a must do, schedule this at your first opportunity, ALWAYS have back up plans, it is the most canceled excursion. Book in advance, usually sold out.

[jamiski]

Another option, similar to what you did in the UK is the summer dog mushing camps. We went with https://www.alaskaexcursions.com in Skagway two weeks ago and had a fantastic time! (they also have an operation out of Juneau). No snow, but for us it was a memorable affordable option. Below are a few photos.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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[chipmaster]

We are going on a Vancouver round trip next July and would like to see if we can go dog sledding. We have only the ports of call - Juneau (half day and eve), Skagway (full day and eve), Ketchican (full day). Does anyone know of a dog sledding experience from any of these ports? And if so (stupid question alert) will there be snow in July? I have been dog sledding in the UK but they use a bike type trailer on grass, fun but not the real thing.

 

 

Skagway and Juneau both offer the helicopter excursion. Very very pricey, book early, and as BQ said plan alternative as it can be canceled. While pricey it really is a unique experience.

 

The views flying up are amazing

The experience with the dogs and sledding while short, timeless!

[Crew News]

Dog sledding in Skagway is in the snow even in these pictures from July, 2015. For more pictures of my dog sledding in Skagway:

 

http://www.rogerjett-photography.com/place/alaska-2/skagway/dog-sledding/

 

Edited September 12, 2015 by Crew News

[EMED2010]

We used Coastal out of Juneau in August. They flew us to the top of the glacier and there was plenty of snow. It was everyone's favorite tour and well worth the expense.

[rockdoctor]

As Budget_Queen says, this is a must do excursion but frequently cancels. I have friends who had this excursion cancelled and they were so focused on it that it ruined their trip. Make sure you have a plan B. I would suggest a glacier landing without the dogs. It too can be special.

[xlxo]

If there is no snow.... some will put you in a wheeled sled. You don't even need to put on winter clothes!

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[StLucia]

Dog sledding in Skagway is in the snow even in these pictures from July, 2015. For more pictures of my dog sledding in Skagway:

 

http://www.rogerjett-photography.com/place/alaska-2/skagway/dog-sledding/

 

 

We did this trip out of Juneau, had a great time.

[laughing husky]

You can also do dog sledding in out of Seward. Not sure what ship you will be on but Seward has both cart and glacier experiences on a sled. If your ship stays in Seward you would have plenty of time to go.