February 1 - 3, 2013
Bayfield
The Apostle Islands Sled Dog Race is held annually. Half of the total race distance is completed each day. There are two main races: an 8 dog, 80-mile race and a 6 dog, 60-mile race. A 40-mile Sportsman's Race and a 16 and under 8 to 10-mile Family Race will also be held over the weekend. Multiple spectator locations with amenities including warming tent with concessions and bonfire. This race is a favorite among mushers in the Midwest averaging over 70 teams entered. "Meet the Mushers" Dinner will take place Friday night at 6pm in the Bayfield Lakeside Pavilion which is open to the public.
bayfield.org/bayfield-activities/apostle-islands-sled-dog-race/
AddressNorth of Bayfield
Bayfield, WI 54814
Contact InformationVoice: 715-779-3335
Toll Free: 800-447-4094
Email: chamber@bayfield.org
Event Date Detail2/1/2013-2/3/2013 Races start at 10am on Saturday and Sunday
Directions from Nearest Town/IntersectionThe start and finish line is located 15 miles north of downtown Bayfield at the Echo Valley Gravel Pit on Hwy. 13. The course is The Sand River Trail System of Bayfield County.