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Running Reindeer Ranch

PO Box 73013, Fairbanks, AK 99707
907-455-4998
Ranked #3 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
5.0 of 5 stars 45 Reviews
Type: Ranchs
Owner description: By Appointment only. Walk through the boreal forest of Alaska with reindeer from Running Reindeer Ranch. Ruby, Olive, Willow and Jasper will be your...... more » Owner description: By Appointment only. Walk through the boreal forest of Alaska with reindeer from Running Reindeer Ranch. Ruby, Olive, Willow and Jasper will be your guides as you enjoy the beauty of Alaska’s interior. By Appointment. « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

How many average people get to say they went hiking with reindeer? This is one of Fairbanks's hidden gems and definitely worth the visit. My husband and I went with our friend's daughter and enjoyed a pleasant walk through the beautiful birch forest with Jane and her reindeer, Olive,Rufus,jasper,willow,and ruby. Jane and Olive led the way with the other reindeer... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

we visited here in March with lots of snow on the ground and the road. Getting up the driveway was a bit of a challenge, but once there, we throroughly enjoyed the reindeer and the company. would definitely recommend and would go back again the next time we visit Fairbanks. More

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Berkeley, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

We visited with Jane and her adorable herd where we learned so much about these smart, gentle creatures. Jane is a wealth of knowledge, passion, humor, and excitement. She is very generous with her time and her beautiful animals and home. We felt as though we had experienced something we might never have the chance to do again in our... More

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Torrance, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012

My husband and I went to visit the reindeer at Running Reindeer Ranch. The whole experience was even better than we had expected. The reindeer are very funny individuals. The whole walk is up to them. Jane gives you lots of interesting info about these animals. We learned lots about them. I would HIGHLY recommend this unique, interesting and fun... More

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Manhattan Beach, CA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2012

Remember seeing those prime time television specials about Santa and his flying reindeer? Ever imagine what it'd be like to be up close and personal with a real life reindeer? Running Reindeer Ranch fulfilled that wonderment for me. Jane from the ranch was very welcoming and very accommodating since we booked at the very last minute. We walked for roughly... More

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Russell City
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2012

Great way to see the interesting outdoors of Alaska, while having reindeer as your trail guides (sometimes they detour for a lichen lick but always get back on track!). Excellent hosts who provide a learning experience with wonderful hospitality. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2012

Our family visited Fairbanks last November, all the way from Mexico. We were there for Grandma's 85th birthday. We got to visit the Running Reindeer Ranch, and it was the best experience ever. We got to meet a wonderful family that opened their house to u: cookies, tea, and all. Meeting them, their reindeers and their sweet dog gave us... More

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 29, 2012

Jane is a great host and we just luv the walk with reindeer. They all have their own personalities and we learned a lot about them. We were lucky to had a chance to attend the session cuz we didn't make an appointment in advance. But Jane was so nice that she invited us to join other visitors. The whole... More

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RunningReindeer, Owner at Running Reindeer Ranch, responded to this review
March 2, 2012

Hi Elsa, I am glad that you were able to join us after all! I try hard to accommodate everyone but with only one walk a day I can't always do that! It was good timing on your part! You gals were a lot of fun to have here. One of Jasper's antlers fell off this morning so he will... More

Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2012

Every Christmas-lover dreams of meeting Santa's reindeer. While these are not Comet and Cupid, meeting Olive, Ruby, Willow, and Rufus was the closest that we will encounter! All 4 reindeer had their own unique personalities, quirks, habits that made our snow-ladened walk a delight! While Olive may be the herd leader, their owner, Jane, is the real herd leader, the... More

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RunningReindeer, Owner at Running Reindeer Ranch, responded to this review
March 2, 2012

Thanks Tay and Harry, it was really great to meet you two during your travels to Fairbanks. I did get a chance to research the body temperature and it is 101.5. Thanks for the stumper question! The guests are in for a nice treat this coming weak as Jasper has lost an antler and is settled down and has his... More

Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2012

My husband happened to find this ranch on this site and we decided to check it out when we came to Fairbanks (which is a great place to visit!). We totally enjoyed our time with Jane and all of her amazing reindeer! All of them are so sweet, they make you want to take them home with you! We had... More

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