The Lake Minnetonka Klondike Dog Derby is excited to bring Mushers another world-class racing opportunity this coming February!
Registration information below and questions can be directed to Musher Representative, Amy Flakne at mushers@klondikedogderby.com

Klondike Dog derby musher information

$40,000 Total Purse

1st place Winner: $10,000

12th place: $450

13th place: $400

14th place: $350

15th place: $300

16-35th place: $200

2nd place: $7,000

3rd place: $5,000

4th place: $3,600

5th place: $2,400

6th place: $1,700

7th place: $1,500

8th place: $1,200

9th place: $900

10th place: $700

11th place: $500

Important registration links:

2024 Race Registration is currently closed. To register for a spot on the waitlist, please email mushers@klondikedogderby.com.

We’ll be collecting 75-100 word bios and bio photos via a google form (link below)
*Google account sign up is required if you don’t have an existing account.*

trail info

The Lake Minnetonka Klondike Dog Derby will start on Water Street in the heart of charming downtown Excelsior, Minnesota. The course will continue down Water Street on to Lake Minnetonka and will run along its beautiful shores. The 40-mile race will run the perimeter of Lower Lake Minnetonka with no road crossings. The race will finish where it began, on Water Street in Excelsior. It will be a flat and fast run! We anticipate a great turnout of spectators, making for a fun race fueled by the energy and cheers of many race fans.

class: 8 dogs / 40 miles

team limit: 35

When we reach registration capacity for our 2024 race, you can sign up for the waitlist (waitlist to be released when registration is near full)

Mushers must be eighteen years of age or older. Younger drivers may be allowed to race with submission of musher’s race experience, signed release by a parent or legal guardian, and per Race Marshal approval. 

age limit: 18

Lodging Information

Chanhassen, MN

Chanhassen, MN

Chanhassen, MN

Chanhassen, MN

Chanhassen, MN

Chanhassen, MN

host families

If you are interested in staying with a host family, please contact us for more information:
mushers@klondikedogderby.com

race weekend basics:

  • Sled Dog Veterinary Checks

  • Musher Meeting and Luncheon

  • Meet-the-Mushers

  • Hug-a-Husky Event

Friday, February 2, 2024
Downtown Excelsior, MN

Saturday, February 3, 2024 Downtown Excelsior, MN

  • Opening Ceremony Race

  • Awards Ceremony

  • Finishers’ Banquet

  • Klondike Wrap Party

additional information

  • Race Marshal: Stan Passananti

    Chief Veterinarian: Dr. Jackie Piepkorn

    Race Director: Bethany Hway

  • Alex Angelos, Scott Myre, and Tom Benson

  • • Maps & driving directions

    • Detailed itinerary with meeting times and locations

    • Hotel information and other lodging options

    • Information on veterinary checks

  • If you have additional questions, please contact our Musher Representative, Amy Flakne at mushers@klondikedogderby.com