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Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Parkline of modern hikers on snowy slope of Chilkoot Trail Photo credit: J Eve Griffin
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Taiya River with calm waters snaking through misty fog with blue mountain backdrop  

Did You Know?
The Chilkoot Trail in Klondike Gold Rush NHP takes the hiker from sea level to alpine tundra in just 16 miles. As you hike you will ascend from northern coastal forest to boreal forest to alpine tundra. Watch for seals, then bears, then the pika, a member of the rabbit family.

Last Updated: July 24, 2006 at 22:37 EST