Iditarod National Historic Trail

The dog-friendly Iditarod National Historic Trail system in Alaska extends from Seward in the south to Nome, a small community on the Bering Sea. Alaska’s sole National Historic Trail, the 2,300-mile network of winter trails evolved to connect Alaskan Native villages and became an established mail and supply route during Alaska’s Gold Rush. Today, the trail links communities and historic sites, and is well-known for the famous Iditarod Sled Dog Race. Begin the trail at Iditarod Historic Trail Statue Mile 0 in Seward, or navigate popular sections such as Johnson Pass Trail, Winner Creek Trail or Crow Pass Trail. Hikers seeking to explore Iditarod National Historic Trail should do so in winter but should be prepared for temperatures plunging as low as -40 degrees. In summer the trail is virtually unusable and many snowy paths turn to waterways. Timing a visit to coincide with the Iditarod Sled Dog Race is a great time to experience the rush of the trail and to learn about the local communities. Visit Website

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