Dog Sledding
Take a break from skiing Vail and experience an ancient, exhilirating form of winter travel on a Vail dog sledding tour.
Local Listings:
- One-hour group dog sledding tours start at $70 for adults and $35 for children.
- Sleds carry two guests at a time with an experienced musher at the helm.
- Tours cover 5-10 miles and depart daily from multiple locations.
Overview
Feel the rush of the sled and powerful pull of the dog team as you glide through Aspen glades and rolling meadows on a Vail dog sledding tour. Dog sledding is a great way to explore the Vail wilderness that the whole family will enjoy. Dog sled tours generally run from December through April depending on snow conditions.
Where to go
The best dog sledding is down valley from Vail near the towns of Minturn and Wolcott where wilderness trails and open spaces abound. Sledding is usually done on private trails, which means you'll likely have the trail all to yourself.
Guided Tours
Dog sledding is a technical activity that requires years of experience to master, so explore the several guided dog sledding operations in the Vail Valley. Tours depart multiple times daily pending snow conditions. Kids must be at least three or four years old depending on the tour. Pricing starts at $35 for kids and $70 for adults.
