We had a wonderful time!! Fantastic views and a lot of fun!! Our guide was courteous and knowledgeable. read more

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Where do I even start?! Mountain Musher provided us with one of the best experiences ever. From start to finish, they went above and beyond. When we arrived at the meet-up destination, we were pleasantly greeted by Brock, who gave us some information on the ride up the mountain. During the drive, he gave us great tips and some insight into what the sled ride would be like! When we arrived where the dogs were, we were greeted by other mushers and were guided to which sled we would be on. My boyfriend and I got to do our own rides with our own musher, making the experience that much better. I got to go with Wallie and my bf was paired with Brock. Let me just say that this whole experience was pure magic. You can tell these pups really love what they do, and their connection with the mushers is like no other. During our ride, Wallie was so sweet and gave me some background of the area and the kinds of animals they usually see. He told me the background of all the pups and how long he has been doing this. We stopped halfway to have some hot chocolate and homemade pumpkin bread (YUM). Wallie spoke about how his wife Denise loved baking and, let me tell you, that pumpkin bread was AMAZING. During the break, make sure to make your way to the pups and give them all lovings! That's what I did! When we finally finished our ride, we went into a small tent they have where they sell items Wallies daughter makes (i.e., paintings, ornaments). We bought a painting and an ornament as a keepsake of a wonderful experience. If you are in the area and are looking for somewhere to dog sled, this is the place to do it. Although we already did it once, we will return if we come back to Colorado because we enjoyed it that much! read more

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BUYER BEWARE!!!! First off: the worst customer service I've ever experienced. Denise lacks professionalism and any semblance of customer service. While disputing communications (or lack there of), Denise hung up on me twice, after not allowing me to explain thoroughly our situation. Denise told my girlfriend and I (separately) that she would have the "owner" get back to us. It's been several days, and I've yet to get a reply email or phone call, even after I requested to speak with her "supervisor." After finding this company on Yelp, we quickly made attempts to secure a tour, paying for a tour in the morning. After making payment, we prepared to set out the following morning. After not getting much instructions after online payment, we drove out to the address listed on Yelp. Making it to that location listed, at the time we were to meet for our tour, we quickly realized something wasn't right. Not having any phone service, we drove back down into town where we had cell reception, only to find out that we were to meet at an off-site location for pickup. Denise claims an email with instructions was sent. However no email (or phone call) was received prior to the tour. After requesting consideration for any opening tours within the next few days, my GF was told we would hear back from them. We never did. Surprisingly I received an email detailing availability of a tour opening for the weekend. The email detailed payment, weight limits, and cancellation policies. I responded I was interested and would much prefer that tour than a refund. After not receiving a phone call or email reply, I called Denise personally, only to have my worst customer service experience. She "explained" to me that the openings in the email she sent me (assuming I was a brand new customer) were now no longer available. The families who canceled their booking coincidentally were able to make their tour. We were ROBBED of our Valentines Day experience and this company was totally unwilling to work with a paid customer. We haven't heard back from management or ownership, much less, received a refund. I am certain the dogs are great!! Here... the humans suck! read more

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My wife and I were in from Los Angeles visiting family and we decided to try this. Reserving ahead was painless and the crew is a good bunch of people. The experience itself was excellent. Cameron was are "musher" and he was great! He shared stories and taught us about the dogs and how they work together, as well as sharing about the land we were on. He was really friendly and knowledgeable. I also loved that it was a family owned and operated business. We will definitely be going back! read more

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This is one of those activities you don't think about, but needs to be checked off the list. Mountain Mushers do a great job and are super friendly! The most interesting part were the dogs, which are 9 or 10 per slay. They bark the entire time until they start running, then quiet! You begin to understand the ride is all they live for and love it! The hot chocolate and homemade pumpkin bread were a nice treat! If you love dogs, you will love this activity!! Hike!!! Gets the dogs going! read more

Such a fun experience, with great views. All of the employees were very friendly and welcoming. Our musher was great, very informative too. They love the dogs and take good care of them, the dogs love the job and were so ready to start the ride!!! I've been looking at different dog sled companies. I chose this one because it's family operated and didn't make it seem they are just running the dogs to add as many people on a tour as often as they can. The location is also great it's so close to Vail. read more

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We had a fantastic day with Matt and his dog sled team! Would highly recommend this company! Loved seeing these dogs in action and loving what they are doing. read more

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We had an amazing time dog sledding! The dogs were awesome, the mushers were great, and the terrain was beautiful! My kids rated it top 3 of all things they've done, and my husband and I loved it too. Highly recommend! read more

Dog sledding has been on my "bucket list" for several years now. As a Colorado native, it felt remiss to not do this mountain activity. There are not a lot of mushers in Colorado but Mountain Mushers had the most comprehensive web site and I really liked what I saw on-line. In person, it was even better. My husband and I went yesterday and we had SUCH. A. GOOD. TIME!!! From start to finish the experience was wonderful and the crew of Mountain Mushers outstanding. We were picked up from our car at a small parking lot and then driven back to where the dogs were ready with the sleds. When we got out of the van, the dogs were barking and talking and I got this excited buzz in my stomach. It was awesome to see so many dogs all excited to do what they love to do. The mushers encouraged us to pet the dogs and talked to us about each dog and what their personality was like. It was incredible to see the human animal connection! We had Landon as our musher. He is a cutie which is always a little bonus but more importantly he was really nice, funny and answered all of our questions. We learned so much from this experience. The trail was really pretty in the desolate winter way of Colorado. We didn't see any wild animals on this particular trip but the environment is certainly right for it. At about halfway, we stopped and got up to pet dogs or if you wanted to drink hot chocolate and eat pumpkin bread. We opted to pet the dogs :) On the second half, we both got to "drive" the sled which was essentially standing in front of the musher and holding on to the handles. It was awesome to see the dogs working from this angle and put the experience up a notch. When we got back to base camp all the dogs were loaded up and we had the opportunity to tip and buy some artwork. One of the other guests commented to me that it wasn't totally obvious to tip the mushers and she felt that she hadn't tipped enough. Tipping is always a delicate situation but it might help guests if the website mentioned tips - the mushers definitely earn them! We were driven back to our car and the driver (who was also a musher and I've forgotten his name) asked us to start our car to make sure we weren't going to be stranded. Top notch customer service!! This is a more expensive activity to do, BUT when you realize how much the dogs eat and when you see what goes into this activity and you have an amazing time and can't stop talking about it with your husband, sharing pictures and videos with your friends and thinking about the next time you can go, it is totally worth every penny!!! read more

Excellent tour. Fun and exciting. Not your grandmas sleigh ride. The drivers were all great and the dogs are happy and gorgeous. Highly recommend them. read more

Best Time EVER!!! Dogsledding being on our bucket list for years, none of the outfitters around Leadville sounded appealing with just a valley tour on flat land. A friend was in Vail in December and took a ride with Mountain Musher. After learning of his experience, recommendation, I checked them out. Love the fact that their tour is on a private ranch out of Edwards, rolling hills, through aspen groves with amazing views. I sent an email listing four days in February that would work, though we were extremely flexible.. Denise's response was timely and complete. We arrived at the meet point off I-70 to have Bill pick us up with the rest of the folks he picked up in Vail and Beavercreek. Bill was our Musher and WOW! what a time he gave us. He knows the history of the area, all about mushing and had us laughing and cheering on the dog team all the way. Halfway through the ride we stop for hot chocolate and homemade pumpkin bread. It provides an opportunity for the dogs to rest and for us to get photos with the dogs and pet them. All the mushers know their dogs and advise on the friendliness and temperament. Then we head back to the starting point. BUT there is more. Little did we know that each of us would have an opportunity to mush! My husband was first. Bill trained us on the commands, then sat on the sled with me. Once he determined Mark could handle it, he got out and went ahead to get photos. Then it was my turn. Bill trained me on the procedures when going around curves, braking and the commands. It became quite apparent that I didn't have sufficient weight for braking so he joined me on the back. What fun! We were sad that the ride came to an end, but look forward to another opportunity. At the break and after the ride we had an opportunity to visit with the owner. Great guy. Been doing this for 30 years. His dogs are very well cared for and trained. We WILL return to Mountain Mushers. What a grand experience!! read more

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This was a great bucket list item! They were wonderful and we had so much fun! Daniel was our musher and did a great job on not only the ride but telling us about what they do! The icing on the cake was when he said I could get off the sled and get on the back with him. It was simply exhilarating and I loved every minute of it! Would definitely do this again and come back here. read more

I've been coming to Steamboat for 23 years now, and this was the coolest thing I've ever done here. I can't believe it took us so long to try dog sledding, but now this will definitely be a yearly tradition. They picked us up in a van directly from our condo at the base of the mountain, so that was really convenient. Then we drove about 45 minutes from Ski Time Square out to the location with the dog sleds. The drive went by pretty quickly, since there was so much scenery to take in. But if you get carsick easily you may want to prepare yourself for the windy roads as you get closer to the location. The facility was modest, but it had everything we needed. There was a little shed with hot chocolate (and some adult beverages to help us stay warm), cookies, extra boots and gloves in case ours weren't warm enough, and hand warmers for us to use while dog sledding. I'm so glad they had these, because we all realized that what we thought were warm boots were not actually as warm as the ones they had. So several of us borrowed boots and all of us took some hand warmers. The staff made us feel welcome to take anything we needed. Just great hospitality. There's also a porta potty, which actually ended up being as clean as they get. And in the cold, the smell wasn't bad at all. I appreciate them having some kind of restroom facility, because we would've essentially been stranded out in the woods with no bathroom. The timing of everything felt really relaxed, which was super nice. We had plenty of time to get ready in the shed, play with and learn about the dogs, take pictures, and get ready to drive home after we finished sledding. And even though the sledding part wasn't incredibly long, it felt like the right amount of time for amateurs like us. At the end we were just starting to get a little tired from driving the sled without it being too exhausting. It wasn't rushed at all, and the timing was spot on. The staff was outstanding. They made us feel comfortable and were super friendly and helpful the whole time. They taught us about dog sledding races and answered any questions we had. They showed us how to put the harnesses on the dogs and we got to harness a few dogs. They showed us how to drive the sled, then we just started going! We rode/drove in partners while the staff rode snowmobiles alongside us to guide us and do damage control whenever necessary. Our group had one guide per sled. I accidentally let my sled get away from me once, and one of the guides was able to jump off her snowmobile to catch my sled before the dogs ran too far (my bad, but also super impressed by the staff for that save). We stopped a few times along the way and they were super friendly and asked if we wanted any pictures. Advice for this is to dress more warmly than you think. Wear your warmest shoes with your warmest socks. Make sure you have sunglasses or goggles, and a hat that won't fall off. You also may want to have something to cover your face, because the wind hits your face in the sled. I dressed like I was going skiing, which ended up working out. I did end up using their boots and hand warmers though. Make sure to tip the staff well, because they really make the whole experience lighthearted, fun, and they really know their stuff. If you have the opportunity to try dog sledding, definitely go with this company! read more

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In my honest opinion, Mountain Musher provide exceptional services! The booking is easily done through phone call! The activity started when Bill, the driver/musher from the Mountain come to pick us up at the Four Season in Vail. He was very friendly and nice. My girlfriend and I chatted with him quite a bit during the half hour ride to the trail. Once we got there, we were quickly introduced to the staffs and the dogs. They were all extremely friendly. The dogs are well trained. The trail run was nothing short of exceptional. If we have a chance to visit Vail again, we will definitely go back to these guys for more!! Highly recommended! read more

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Mountain Musher was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. From the greeter/ van driver to the mushers and the owner, everyone on the team at Mountain Musher was friendly, upbeat, and full of great information. On the ride itself- I found myself laughing with glee in a way I can't remember ever doing- just pure, spontaneous joy. The dogs were friendly, happily accepting petting and attention when they weren't working. They are obviously loved and well-cared for, and the owner beams with pride discussing how he has rescued some of the dogs. My 16 year old daughter and I were the only ones to make the this trip, but next time we are taking our whole extended family. Highest recommendation! read more

From start to finish Mountain Mushers didn't disappoint. In our group we had 2 sleds, me and my daughter on one and my husband and daughter on the other one. The van driver was courteous and on time. The dogs were friendly and loved their pictures taken and to be petted. The scenery was magnificent, we got a fresh coat of snow the night before. The terrain could be fast a rough at parts which didnt bother us. We can't say enough about the crew, Friendly, knowledgeable and truly love their jobs and the dogs. We would recommend this adventure to anyone. read more

Mountain Musher - Tours Near Me - Bond, Colorado

This company was AMAZING. I would love to experience this again, hands down... worth every penny. The booking is simple and user friendly, you get a great ride to the ranch, the dog sled "mushers" are so friendly and knowledgeable and the dogs are amazing. You also have a really fun and beautiful ride. The break the middle with treats and dog bonding time is wonderful. Huge shout out to Cameron and the A Team!! Unforgettable experience. Thank you everyone! read more

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We had the most fantastic experience! The sled drivers were awesome! Especially Wally, the owner! Loved the gorgeous trails and the dogs were so happy and healthy! A truly wonderful experience, highly recommended! read more

The mountain mushers deserve way more than 5 stars! We have been dog sledding with them for three years now and it is our favorite day of the year every year. The dogs are treated so well and each musher loves their team so much. The dogs are super friendly and safe, and everyone on the Mountain Mushers team has been such a pleasure to work with. The owners are extremely nice and their team of mushers are all super friendly, welcoming, and genuinely good people! This is the only company I would recommend to dog sled with. You can tell how well they take care of the dogs and how much they care about them. They do not just see their dog sled teams as dollars, they truly care about them! Love to support them! Definitely book!!! read more

Just returned home after a recent vacation to Vail with the family. The challenge that we faced on our trip was finding something fun to do in Vail with our youngest daughter who is not a fan of winter sports. I came across the Mountain Musher web site before heading up to Vail and decided that we'd give dog sledding a try. Great decision! The entire family felt that this was absolutely the highlight of the trip. Each member of the staff is very friendly and happy to answer questions related to anything and everything to do with dogs, dog sledding and Vail in general. Not only were the people at Mountain Musher great, the dogs were even more enthusiastic about meeting new visitors. If you go, ask to meet Kishka the couch eater. Dog sledding itself was quite a blast and it was so nice to be out in the wilderness where you don't see a house or a car or any other sign of civilization for a few hours. While I wouldn't qualify it as a "thrill ride", going downhill can be a bit exhilarating (like a VERY tame roller coaster). Going back up is a slow scenic journey. If your the type that is more comfortable riding a merry-go- round than a coaster, then perhaps this is not the activity for you. It definitely feels very safe and I'd recommend it for anyone of any age. tips... - book early! They have a very limited number of slots so I'd book as early as possible. - dress warm as you would for skiing and bring sunglasses. read more

Great experience. Mountain Mushers runs a professional outfit. The dogs appeared to be very well cared for and the guides were energetic and informative. The 6 mile loop we traveled offered many hills and interesting turns. Great views of the surrounding valley and ridges. Hot chocolate/Pumpkin Bread interlude was also very nice. Overall very positive experience and would recommend it. read more

I loved this so much. Wally and the rest of the crew were amazing. And I just loved the dogs. They were very sweet yet hardworking and focused. read more

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Fun fun fun!! Best experience ever. Driver Bill was on time picking us up from the hotel. He was our musher as well, very nice guy. The dogs were friendly and hard working. A little pricey, but it was well worth the money. A++++++ read more

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The family and the employees of Mountain Musher are great. They obviously love what they do. It is expensive but it is a great experience. The only thing we were bummed about was the shortness of the trail ride. It didn't seem like we were actually sledding that long. But this is a great family activity that everyone will love. Job well done! read more

Great family owned business! We were visiting Colorado and this was one thing I insisted on experiencing. So glad we did. The tour was great. Amazing views. Very private. Personable staff. The dogs are just the best. So happy that you just know they are well taken care of and love their job. I got engaged during the half way point of the ride. The Musher was amazing, they were in on it and took pictures and video that are worth a thousand words. It's just so great that they care so much. Now yes there might be other companies that claim they do the same dog sledding tour but you get what you pay for and if you want to experience a real dogs lead ride and have time with the dogs and be on secluded land than you must book with them. And do book early! They will fill up and trust me you don't want to miss out! read more

Mountain Musher - Tours Near Me - Bond, Colorado

We communicated with them confirming openings for today's morning tour but when requesting more directions to the meetup spot, Denise denied that we had made a reservation. They never sent us the invoice required to finalize our reservation and wasted our time. Our communication started on 1/3 and yet this payment detail was never discussed despite back and forth emails about their openings. Now our last day in Colorado is a disappointment because we couldn't find another activity on such short notice. read more

Best Service from Beginning to End! Booking with Denise by phone was so easy and she called with pickup time confirmation the afternoon before our scheduled mush. Bill picked us up in a comfortable van for the 20 minute ride and was full of great info and stories. We met and petted the dogs and musher, bundled into our sleds and we're off for a breathtaking ride through a pristine hill and big valley. No buildings or skiers in sight - just snow covered mountains. Loved the break in the middle with delicious pumpkin bread and hot chocolate and more dog bonding. I can't say enough how impressed we are from start to finish! We can't wait to go again - the highlight of our trip! read more

This by far was the best adventure we had while on our 5 day vacation in Vail. The Mountain Musher Dogsledding staff was amazing! People and dogs! They were friendly and professional. Well worth the price. I can't wait to come back and do it again. read more

We weren't sure what to expect be we definitely got our money's worth. We were picked up by a wonderful guy named Cameron. We were met by the rest of the Mushers. They gave us time to meet the dogs and get familiar with the dogsled. We took off for a memorable ride; stopped halfway through to spend some more time with the dogs, enjoy the views, hot chocolate and pumpkin bread. Our Musher "Cam the Man" answered all out questions and chatted with us the entire way. We were taught how to "mush" and both my husband and I got some time at the helm. It was an incredible experience and I can't wait to bring my Granddaughter out next year! read more

I'd give this place 10 stars if I could. My wife and I tried dog sledding for the first time and we were very impressed. Mountain Mushers is a first class business. The people are great and the dogs are even better! They have a very nice private area to mush and the scenery is incredible. My wife set this up for my Birthday and I'd have to say it was one of the best things we have done. Cameron is the best. Definitely worth doing! read more