Canmore dog sledding | Epic Expereinces

Posted by bharatvyas on November 12th, 2019

Canmore Dog Sledding

Dog sledding in Canada is truly a thrilling adventure. Originating approximately 4000 years ago, before snowmobiles and airplanes, dog sledding was the main mode of transportation in Northern Canada. Sled dogs were used to transport everything from mail to food and medicine. Nowadays, dog sledding is enjoyed more as a sport rather than out of necessity and has recently gained popularity. A true Canadian dog sledding experience is in the far north. However, there are many dog sledding adventures to be enjoyed in other parts of Canada as well.

Herschel Island, Yukon

Hershel Island is situated off the north coast of the Yukon Territory in the Beaufort Sea. To the north lies the Arctic Ocean and, close by, the permanent pack ice. To the south, is the mainland, where one can see the British Mountains. When visiting this beautiful part of the world, one will see mountains and valleys and lakes amidst a spectacular landscape

Here, the weather conditions can be extreme. It is not uncommon for the temperatures to be as cold as -25 degrees Celsius and the coastal winds are legendary. Dog sledding expeditions in these parts is demanding and one must be prepared to wait out coastal storms in a tent for at least 24 hours. Multi-day dog sledding adventures include sleeping in arctic tents, which are built specifically for these weather conditions. Small stoves bring the inside tent temperatures up to 25 degrees Celsius for a few hours in the morning and evening.

Despite the wind and the cold, one can see quite a bit of wildlife: arctic foxes, ringed seals, polar bears, muskoxen, caribou, and even grizzly bears. Smaller mammals include arctic shrews, tundra voles and lemmings.

Kluane National Park, Yukon

Kluane National Park and Reserve of Canada is situated in the southwest corner of the Yukon Territory and borders Alaska and British Columbia. It is a large park and covers an area of 21,980 square kilometres. Kluane Park is a land of precipitous, high mountains, massive icefields and lush valleys which result in a diverse group of wildlife species and plants. Mount Logan (5959 m/19,545 ft), Canada's highest peak is also located here. Dog sledding adventures in Kluane National Park are typically multi day and include accommodations in heated arctic tents or log cabins. Views of the beautiful St. Elias Mountains and wildlife such as moose, wolves and lynx can be seen. At night the northern lights are absolutely spectacular.

Banff, Alberta

Travel further south, to the Rocky Mountains, and glide through forests of towering black spruce and drink in the crisp, clean mountain air of the pristine wilderness. Magnificent mountain views and aquamarine lakes are to be seen, along with watching wildlife of white tail or mule deer, elk, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, moose, caribou, wolves and coyotes. Smaller creatures can be seen as well, such as: hoary marmots, pikas, bald eagles and the endangered harlequin ducks.

Whistler, British Columbia

Most dog sledding expeditions are lead through the grandiose old growth forest of the Callaghan Valley, 15km south of Whistler village. This rolling subalpine terrain receives 40% more snow than Whistler mountain during the winter season. The valley offers phenomenal scenery and over 100 km of trails which lead over to three mountain peaks and three frozen lakes.

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