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Chilkoot Trail Reopened After Flooding Conditions

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News Release Date: August 16, 2021
Contact: Jason Verhaeghe, 907 983 9243

Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park has reopened the Dyea campground and Chilkoot Trail after flooding conditions along the Taiya River had caused a closure starting Friday, August 13, 2021.

Hikers are advised to exercise cation; trail has sediment, standing water and slippery sections throughout. Some bridge planks and footing may have shifted or been loosened. The risk for rock and landslides is heightened during times of heavy rain events and for the days following. Hikers are to watch for rock fall activity on the hills and side slopes throughout the trail.

Contact the Trail Center in Skagway (907-983-9234) for the latest trail conditions information.

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