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This 33 mile trail begins on Dyea Rd and climbs Chilkoot Pass to Lake Bennett. It is the route of the 1897-98 gold seekers. Hikers should check with the Chilkoot Trail Center in Skagway.

The Trail Center is open 7am to 7pm May through mid-September. It has trail maps, local natural and cultural history guides, plus bear precaution and safety information.

Location: Skagway Alaska 99840 Telephone 907-983-3655

Other Sports and Sporting Events nearby:
(Skagway) Chilkoot Charters
(Skagway) Chilkoot Trail
(Skagway) Choctaw Charters
(Haines) Sockeye Cycle Co


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