Sign Of The Times: No Border Crossings Allowed On The Famed Chilkoot Trail

 Americans Must Stay On The U.S. Side & Canadians Stick To Their Side Of The Historic Gold Rush Chilkoot Trail  

June, 2025 

PRESS RELEASE FROM: PARKS CANADA 

BORDER INFORMATION
CHILKOOT TRAIL NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE 

It is illegal to cross the international border on the Chilkoot Trail. Hikers can hike the trail on the Canadian or U.S. sides and must turn around at the border for the 2025 season.

Inquiries should be directed to the appropriate Canadian and/or U.S. officials.

Canada Border Services Agency
Whitehorse: 1-867-667-3943

U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Skagway Port of Entry: 1-907-983-3144 or 1-907-983-2325