Fairbanks: Evening Side-by-Side ATV Tour 32 Miles
New Can-Am Mavericks & Alaskan Backcountry: What You Actually See at 6:30 PM
You ride a new Can-Am Maverick side-by-side for five hours through 32 miles of Fairbanks terrain, starting at 6:30 pm from Pioneer Park with a year-round local guide. Goggles, helmets, gloves, water and snacks are included. The tour ends with a view that justifies the drive out, and you're back at your hotel by late evening.
5h
Step-by-step itinerary
Side by Side Evening Tour Experience
- Meet transportation to trail head
- Ride Can AM Trail Mavericks
- Travel over 32 miles varied landscapes
- Enjoy unforgettable scenic viewpoint
- Return to drop off location
The Experience
The Can-Am Maverick sitting in front of you is not what you expected — it's wider, lower, faster than the standard quad you've ridden before, and the moment you grip the steering wheel you feel the difference. Power steering, automatic transmission, engine braking: this is not a machine that makes you work harder; it makes the ride itself the point. The 6:30 pm departure from Pioneer Park means you're heading out when the light starts to shift, and over the next five hours you'll cover 32 miles of terrain that changes under you — altitude shifts, landscape turns, the kind of ground that looks flat until you're actually on it and realize it isn't.
Your guide is someone who has lived in Fairbanks year-round, not someone who moved here for the season. That matters more than it sounds. They know which ridges hold the view, which turns surprise people, where the light hits different in June versus August. The tour doesn't rush — you stop, you look, you hear something about the land that isn't in a brochure. The goggles and helmet come on, the gloves fit, bottled water and snacks are packed, and then you're moving. The Maverick handles the uneven ground without throwing you around, and the automatic means you're not thinking about gears while you're thinking about the view.
By the time you're heading back to Pioneer Park, the sun is doing something strange with the horizon, and you've been outside for five hours in a way that doesn't feel like work. Your shoulders might be tired, your hands might be dusty, but the ride itself — the actual experience of moving through Alaskan backcountry in a machine that responds to what you ask it to do — that stays with you longer than the photos.
What’s included
Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a new Can-Am Maverick side-by-side, safety helmet, goggles, gloves, bottled water, and snacks. A year-round Fairbanks guide leads the group over 32 miles of varied Alaskan terrain, with stops at viewpoints and a final vista before returning to Pioneer Park.
Operated by Midnight Sun ATV Tours
Is this one for you?Book this if you want to ride new equipment through real Alaskan backcountry without arranging your own transport or worrying about machine maintenance — the Mavericks and the local guide are what make five hours of rough terrain feel like a highlight instead of a chore.
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Top questions
What time does the evening tour leave?
The 6:30 pm departure from Pioneer Park. A morning tour at 9:00 am is also available.
How long is the tour from pickup to drop-off?
About 5 hours total, including the 32-mile ride and stops along the way.
What's included in the tour?
Can-Am Maverick rental, helmet, goggles, gloves, bottled water, snacks, and a guide. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
Do I need ATV experience to book this?
No. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels, and the Maverick's automatic transmission and power steering make it accessible to first-time riders.
What makes these ATVs different?
They're new Can-Am Mavericks with power steering, automatic transmission, and engine braking — designed for comfort and control on varied terrain.
Is this tour safe for someone with a bad back?
The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Check with your doctor if you have back concerns.
Can I do this tour if I'm pregnant?
No, the tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers.
What should I wear?
Closed-toe shoes, long pants, and layers. Goggles and gloves are provided. Bring sunscreen and a light jacket for the evening.
