Welcome to fairbanks
Last Frontier Mushing Co-op is located 40-minutes East of Fairbanks, halfway to Chena Hot Springs Resort. Please adhere to your scheduled tour time so we can ensure a well rounded experience. We are very grateful for your business and are excited to invite you into our world of dog mushing, however our tours are private and we require time to prepare for your arrival. Thank you!
DIRECTIONS
PLEASE SCREENSHOT OR PRINT BEFORE DRIVING TO OUR LOCATION:
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・ Take Chena Hot Springs Road East
・ Follow the green mile markers to Mile Post 20.5
・ Take a RIGHT onto Grange Hall Road
・ Take a LEFT onto Snow Leopard Drive
・ We are NOT located on Snow Leopard Drive
・ Take a RIGHT onto Gettinger Road
・ Follow the GREEN ”The Mushing Co-op” directional signs
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・ Take Chena Hot Springs Road West
・ Travel 35.6 miles on CHSR
・ DO NOT take Kauffman Lane
・ PASS Kauffman Lane and continue to Mile Post 21
・ Take a LEFT onto Grange Hall Road
・ Follow the above directions from Grange Hall -
Under no circumstances should you use Kauffman Lane to get to our location, it is a DEAD END. If you are using a GPS system that directs you down Kauffman Lane, it is wrong. Always use Grange Hall Rd to access Snow Leopard Drive. Please respect our neighbors privacy, thank you!
Transportation Options
Please note that transportation services are not provided by our company. However, we highly recommend renting a vehicle to explore the area at your own pace. Below are our suggestions for trusted rental options.
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We highly recommend renting a vehicle. Most adventure tours and tourist attractions are located outside of Fairbanks city limits. Not to mention if you want a chance to see the Northern Lights, you’ll need to get away from the light pollution of the city.
For winter driving, we suggest renting a vehicle that has been winterized (battery + oil pan warmers and studded tires) with four-wheel or all-wheel drive (suggestions: Jeep, Toyota 4Runners, Subaru).
If you are renting through a larger rental agency (i.e. Hertz, Enterprise, Expedia), we recommend booking your rental vehicle over the phone to ensure that the rental agency secures a four wheel or all-wheel drive vehicle for you. It is equally important to verify that the vehicle is equipped with winter tires.
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Below are the two shuttle services that have passed our strict guidelines for being punctual, safe, clean and friendly.
Cold Compass Tours (907) 371-0941
Captain Dave (907) 251-1984
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Scheduling a taxi service is similar to the below ride share apps. IF you schedule a taxi you must request that driver stays for the duration of your tour OR schedule a pick up immediately upon arrival.
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We do not recommend booking a ride share app like Uber or Lyft. Two Rivers is not part of the drivers daily route, therefore requesting a return ride to Fairbanks is not an available option.
IF YOU USE UBER/LYFT you must request that driver stays for the duration of your tour. Unfortunately, this request is not always a possible for the driver. We must emphasize that the driver does not drop you off, they must wait for the duration of your tour.
Alaska Driving tips
Driving in Alaska can be intimidating, especially in the winter months when icy roads and low visibility present significant challenges. However, as long as you exercise safe driving practices, such as reducing speed, increasing following distance, and being vigilant for wildlife, you will be better equipped to navigate our unique Northern conditions. Below are a few suggestions to ensure a safe journey while visiting Fairbanks.
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GO SLOW: Roads are slick with ice and can sometime have snow drifts. Give yourself at least an hour to reach your destination.
DO NOT TAILGATE: Brakes & ice do not mix. Give the driver in front of you room to stop unexpectedly.
WATCH OUT FOR MOOSE: Moose are everywhere and LOVE to cross the road. Their coats are dark and blend in well to their surroundings—Keep your eyes peeled.
KNOW WHERE YOUR GOING: Alaska is known for its beauty and remoteness, not for cell phone service. Screen shot your directions before you leave your lodging.
PACK WARM CLOTHES: In case of an accident, make sure you have layers to put on to keep you warm if your battery dies.
SOFT SHOULDERS: The side of the road might not seem deep, but trust us, you don’t want to measure the depth with your tires. Make sure to stay in your designated lane.
PLUG IN YOUR VEHICLE: Those weird cords hanging out the front of your grill are there for a reason. Plug your vehicle in if a) It’s 20 below or colder AND/OR b) you intend on spending more than 6 hours at your location.
GO SLOW: Yes, we are mentioning this again because a tour is not worth risking the safety of yourself nor passengers. We are patient and will wait for you!
NORTHERN LIGHTS VIEWING: And finally, maybe one of the most important tips—Do NOT stop on the side of the road to view the Northern Lights. This is very dangerous and poses a threat not only to yourself but oncoming drivers. If the Aurora is spotted, please proceed to a designated pull out, keep your head lights on and do not walk into the road.
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GO SLOW: After a long winter, our roads produce frost heaves that are very dangerous if you hit them with speed. We personally travel Chena Hot Springs Road at 50 mph.
DO NOT TAILGATE: This is just a good practice, especially in a state where wildlife is abundant, including our bull moose (~1500lbs).
KNOW WHERE YOUR GOING: Alaska is known for its beauty and remoteness, not for cell phone service. Screen shot your directions before you leave your lodging.