3-Day Reindeer Backpacking Trip

Join us SUMMER of 2024!

Chena Dome Trail

Dates: July 8-10, 2024

Mileage: 29 miles

Elevation Gain: 8300 ft

Difficulty Level: Strenuous (although reindeer walk slowly)

Max Group Size: 3 guests

Location: approx. 50 miles east of Fairbanks

What’s better than hiking the breathtaking 29-mile Chena Dome Trail? Doing so with our friendly REINDEER (and experienced human guide)! Capable of carrying up to 40 lbs, our reindeer can help lighten our loads while also adding a magical feel to an already spectacular, high alpine hiking loop.

Each day will range between 7 miles and 12 miles with strategic stops at watering holes for our evening camp sites. The reindeer enjoy strolling at a leisurely pace, snacking on lichen, leaves, and mushrooms as they hike. The adventure is labeled as strenuous due to the steep uphills and downhills as we traverse the ridge lines in the Chena River Valley.

What’s provided: reindeer, human food, drinks, mosquito repellent and mosquito shirts or headnets upon request, professional human guide(s), and a good time!

What’s not provided: transportation to and from the trailhead, personal gear, sleeping bags, tents, rain gear, water bottles.

Guests will carry a day back with their own water, rain gear, snacks for the day, and sleeping bag. The reindeer will carry the rest!

More info on the route can be found here: Chena State Park Trail Guide

Email chenaoutdoorco@gmail.com with questions and pricing.