Known as the “toughest race sled dogs in the world,” the annual Yukon Quest Sled Dog Race annually covers over 1,000 miles between the Yukon and Alaska. Alternating lines of departure and arrival from Whitehorse, Yukon and Fairbanks, Alaska, this sled dog race is not for the faint of heart! The site is one of the toughest on the planet and the demanding trail constantly keeps sled dogs and mushers on their toes as potential disasters wait around every corner. This race is held every February, with the exact date of the date of indecision depending on weather the brutal Yukon winter.

The trail of the Yukon Quest Sled Dog Race is as historic as the sport itself. Originally part of the house track gold rush and mail delivery routes from the early twentieth century, the road is full of tradition. Most of this route passes through virgin forest, thought to be one of the last on the continent. It lasts about two weeks, the mushers enter the race with his team of 14 sled dogs, trying to get to Fairbanks first. The field is very diverse and has participants from around the world, but all entries have one thing in common: they came to win!

If you are in the great state of Alaska or the Yukon Territory beautiful this February, do not miss the opportunity to attend the Yukon Quest Sled Dog Race! People of all ages are sure to enjoy this unique experience and I remember seeing the dogs running, hearing the crunch of snow, and the feeling of general air of excitement in the coming years. Whether you send competitors in the small town of Whitehorse in Canada’s Yukon or welcome the mushers and sled dogs heroic in beautiful downtown Fairbanks, Alaska, there are many opportunities to see this race. Many checkpoints of the race can be accessed by major roads, allowing visitors from all over the world to experience the race first hand.

Discover what happens behind the scenes of the old racing sled dogs. This race requires a team of people to work diligently, while competitors flying over snow banks. Veterinarians to care for sled dogs to care for the mushers of talented chefs offer all competitors, both human and animal food quality, we really need an event for people to take flight.

Make a trip to Alaska to experience the nonstop action and excitement of the Yukon Quest Sled Dog Race! Bring the whole family to encourage all competitors to see how a musher and his talent (or her!) The team of sled dogs in Fairbanks crossed first to be declared the winner!