Trail conditions

Chilkoot Trail National Historic Site

Everyone overnighting on the Chilkoot Trail, and day users on the Canadian portion of the Chilkoot Trail, require a Permit. Please adhere to Chilkoot Trail National Historic Site regulations at all times.

Crossing the Canadian/US border is not permitted. If hiking the American side, please refer to the Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park website for more information.

Hiking the Canadian side
Camping at Bennett

Your safety

Be self-reliant as there is minimal emergency response within the national historic site. Conditions and Comments are based upon the most up-to-date information available at time of posting. Be aware that conditions can change quickly.

Chilkoot Trail National Historic Site of Canada, British Columbia

Rating Trail Condition Comment Links
Difficult Chilkoot Trail, Canada: Chilkoot Pass to Happy Camp Snow covered. 30-06-2023: Snowshoes and trekking pole(s) recommended; Adhere to all posted warnings and closures along trails; Avalanche terrain; Avalanche hazard -- travel early; Caution; Possibility of winter conditions at higher elevations; Risk of post-holing; Route finding skills essential; Route unmarked; Snowbound; Steep snow slopes ; Cleats recommended;  
Difficult Chilkoot Trail, Canada: Lindeman City to Bare Loon Lake Spring conditions. 29-05-2023: Snow patches;  
Difficult Chilkoot Trail, Canada: Happy Camp to Deep Lake Be cautious. 28-05-2023: Snowshoes and trekking pole(s) recommended; Challenging route ; Possibility of winter conditions at higher elevations; Recommended for experienced hikers only; Route finding skills essential; Snow covered sections;  
Moderate Chilkoot Trail, Canada: Deep Lake to Lindeman City Early season conditions. 28-05-2023: Deadfall on trail; Risk of post-holing; Route finding may be necessary; Slushy sections ; Sturdy hiking boots and hiking poles recommended; Use caution;  
Moderate Chilkoot Trail, Canada: Bare Loon Lake to Bennett Spring conditions. 29-05-2023: Snow patches;  

Log Cabin (Chilkoot Trail National Historic Site of Canada)

Rating Trail Condition Comment Links
N.A. Log Cabin Open. 13-04-2023: Respect all posted notices and signs;  
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