U.S. Says It's Still Illegal To Enter The Country At Any Place That's Not A 'Designated Port Of Entry'
And That Includes The Chilkoot Trail
Popular Alaska License Plate Once Showed The Trail
...A Symbol of Both Alaska & Canada's Shared Legacy
The United States government's newfound hostility to Canada
is exemplified by closing the Chilkoot Trail to people coming in from Canada.
The Chilkoot Trail Centennial License Plate Is Still A Popular Souvenir.
THE ACTUAL CHILKOOT TRAIL
1898 Photo of Chilkoot Pass between Canada and Alaska.
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COPPER RIVER COUNTRY JOURNAL ARCHIVED STORY
JUNE, 2025
Americans Must Stay On The U.S. Side & Canadians Stick To Their Side Of The Historic Gold Rush Chilkoot Trail
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.
