![]() At White Wolf Dogsled Trips, visitors can spend a full day mushing through Superior National Forest, or keep the fun going with a two-night camping trip and a four-night excursion with accommodations through the Grand Ely Lodge. During your journey, adults over 15 have the opportunity to drive the sled for half the trip, with a professional guide or sledmate driving the rest of the way. Start your adventure at Chilly Dogs with a meet-the-dogs session and an orientation on the history of dog sledding and the Alaskan Husky breed. The unofficial capital of dog sledding in Minnesota, Ely touts more dog sled trip providers than anywhere else in the world (according to the Ely Chamber of Commerce). Here are our top five dog sledding cities to start your planning for one of the most unique ways to travel and experience the beauty of winter in Minnesota. You can often plan your dog sledding excursion through early April (check availability on individual sites). And don’t forget your camera-the views from your sled truly can’t be beat. If you’re concerned about the warming temperatures, the thick layers of snow and ice, especially in the colder northern regions, aren’t melting anytime soon. There are also several tours closer to the Twin Cities, proving that you don’t need to head into the Northwoods to enjoy a dog-powered sleigh ride.īefore you go, make sure to pack a pair of snowboarding goggles or sunglasses, as the energetic pups can kick up snow along the ride. From the north central region down the shoreline of Lake Superior, there are an abundance of outfitters available to take you on a beautiful journey across frozen lakes and through snow-dusted forests. ![]() Flying through the snowy Minnesotan countryside led by a pack of adorable and extremely athletic dogs-can you think of a better winter adventure than that? If you have never experienced dog sledding before, Minnesota is the place to be. ![]()
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