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Dog sled races at the Trappers' festival in The Pas, Manitoba

Feel the thrill of dogsledding

Get your heart racing on an unforgettable adventure in the snow.

Your trip to Manitoba isn't complete without dogsledding or dog carting. Whether you are flying up to Churchill or exploring dogsledding close to Winnipeg—with tour operators in St. Malo, East Selkirk or Richer—experience this Inuit tradition and a beloved sport, learn how kennels operate, meet the dogs and dash through the boreal forest with an enthusiastic (and many-legged) team.

Watch mushers race their sled teams over 330 kilometres of winter terrain in the Hudson Bay Quest as they follow an old trapping route along the edge of Wapusk National Park from Gillam to Churchill. Stop by the signature three-day World Championship Dog Race at the Northern Manitoba Trappers' Festival—a tradition that dates back to 1916.

Go on a Dogsledding Adventure in Southern Manitoba

Just half an hour away from Winnipeg, find a dogsledding experience for a group of two to eight people with guides available in English and French.

People preparing for a dog sled race on a sunny winter day in The Pas, Manitoba

Spend a February Weekend in The Pas

Watch the World Championship Dogsled Race, have fun at the Northern Manitoba Trappers' Festival, go ice fishing and chase the northern lights.

Did You Know?

Historically, dog sleds were used as the main mode of transportation for people, goods and mail in the North. Trained dog sled teams can reach speeds of up to 30 kilometres per hour.

Find a Dogsledding Experience

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the best place to dog sled in Manitoba?

You can go on a dogsledding tour in multiple locations across the province, including tours in southern Manitoba that are just an hour away from Winnipeg (including in St. Malo, East Selkirk or Richer). If you are planning a Churchill adventure, make sure to book a dog sled ride with Wapusk Adventures.

How much does a dog sled ride cost?

These tours can cost around $100-140 per person (as of October 2026), depending on duration, location and tour program. For example, some tours offer an introductory talk, participating in the mushing, time with the dogs, including helping harness them! Children may be offered a reduced rate. Some tours have a requirement of a two-person minimum per trip.

Where to watch dog sled races in Manitoba?

World Championship Dog Race at the Northern Manitoba Trappers' Festival is the biggest dog sled race in the province, running since 1916. The Hudson Bay Quest follows an old trapping route from Gilliam to Churchill and is the longest race in Manitoba, running for approximately 330 kilometres. Manitoban communities of Brochet and Cross Lake also host annual dog sled races at the start of a year.

When can I dog sled in Manitoba?

The best time to go dogsledding in Manitoba is between December and March when the snow cover is thick enough for a smooth ride. During the warmer months between July and October, locations like Churchill offer a dog carting experience.