Winter Adventures
WINTER FUN
Enjoy the Alaska winter
Daily tour options are included with our all-inclusive pricing (Winter rate: $2000/person/day). Those renting the property at a nightly rate can hire our private guide for $1000/day for up to 5 persons ($250 for each additional person).
Price includes transportation and gear for the activity of your choice. All flights are an additional cost.
MUSHING
Dog Mushing Tours
The Susitna Adventure Lodge and Squid Acres Kennel are owned by Cody Strathe and Paige Drobny, both are accomplished Iditarod mushers. Their main purpose for living the remote life at the Susitna Adventure Lodge is to explore with their family of huskies. Join them on one of the following winter adventures, or spend a whole week and do them all!.
Our dogs are our family. We’d love to share just how awesome a life with sled dogs can be. We have many options for your group to interact with the dogs. We can do short sled rides, long sled rides, Aurora viewing sled rides, teach you how to run your own team, day trips by dog team and overnight camping trips with the dogs. Some of the retired dogs are also willing to snuggle in the lodge and sleep over if you need some dog love in your life!
RIDE
Dogsled Rides
Join the Alaskan Huskies of Squid Acres Kennel for a ride on the local trails. Guests get the chance to meet the dogs, help harness and hook up the team.
LEARN
Dog Mushing School / Day Tour
Guests will get the chance to learn how to drive their own team of huskies. We’ll then hit the local trails for an amazing sight seeing tour by dog team. Time depending on the desires of the guest.
ADVENTURE
Overnight or Multi-Day Mushing Expedition
For the most adventurous. For those who want to branch out from the Lodge and spend a night or more camping out and travelling with our furry friends through the Alaska Range in the backyard wilderness. Guests will get the chance to run their own team to a remote base camp. Rest in comfort and warmth with our heated Arctic Oven tents. Here guests can comfortably enjoy the backcountry while enjoying gourmet cuisine.
AURORA BOREALIS
Watch for the Northern Lights
The main lodge building has large north facing windows and a large north facing deck with propane fire pit. Spend your evenings watching for the Aurora Borealis. For photography buffs, we can organize to have a professional photo guide on staff to teach you Aurora photography skills.
FISH
Ice Fishing Day Trip
Join our guides to fish one of the local mountain lakes in search of trophy Lake Trout. Guests will travel by dog team or snowmachine to one of the local lakes. Here we’ll set up day camp with either a heated tent or campfire and try our luck at catching a lunker!
SKI
Cross Country Skiing
Strap on your cross-country skis for a day of exploring by human power. The open tundra landscape allows us to groom a trail that fits your skiing experience levels. Whether you prefer classic skiing with a set track, skate skiing or breaking your own trail through the woods, we have the place for you to get after it.
We do not have skis at the lodge, but we can assist you in finding a rental location in either Fairbanks or Anchorage if needed.
SNOWSHOE
Snowshoe Day Hikes
Strap on a pair of snowshoes and explore one of the local valleys. Snowshoeing is a great way to move quietly through the landscape and possibly catch a glimpse of the local wildlife.
We have snowshoes and trekking poles available for use.
LEARN AND RIDE
Snowmachine (snowmobile) Day Tours
This tours is designed for beginners or those who want a less strenuous tour. Guests will drive their own snowmachine on the local trails with an experienced guide to see the local sights and wildlife. Snowmachine rental available.
Ride in Style
Travel in the Susitna Snowcoach
We have a Suburban that we have adapted with snow tracks. Transportation with the Susitna Snowcoach is an option for those who do not want to spend two days traveling to the lodge by dog team. Transportation by dogteam or the snowcoach from Cantwell is included with all-inclusive stays.
Combine with a Train Ride
Take the Aurora Winter Train
We can help you arrange a magical winter train ride to Denali from Anchorage or Fairbanks. Simply get a cab from the airport to the train depot and we’ll pick you up at the Denali Depot. This While the Aurora Winter Train travels the same stretch of tracks as the summer Denali Star Train, the views are strikingly distinct; the vibrant colors of Alaska’s summer landscape give way to the quiet serenity of pristine snow. Passengers may enjoy the winter wonderland of Alaska’s backcountry from the comfort of a warm railcar, complete with comfortable seats, large picture windows and onboard dining. On a clear day, a spectacular view of Denali rises into view above the Susitna River. And anywhere along the tracks, a watchful eye may be rewarded with the sight of a moose in the wild.
No Travel Partners? No Problem!
Mixed Group Winter Adventures
Most of our offerings are for private groups. We do offer several mixed group adventures that may be more economical and more fun for one or two travelers. These trips are a great chance to meet new people with similar interests. In winter we offer several expedition and lodge based options including: women’s retreats, Iditarod themed trips and much more. Click the link here to learn more.
Prices include transportation, lodging, food and gear for activities.