Iditarod Trail

The Iditarod Trail is a historic sled dog race that takes place annually in Alaska, covering around 1,000 miles from Anchorage to Nome. It commemorates early transportation routes used by Indigenous peoples and prospectors during the gold rush era. Musher teams, composed of handlers and dogs, race through challenging Arctic conditions, navigating snow-covered wilderness, mountains, and forests. The event tests endurance, skill, and teamwork, celebrating Alaskan culture and the vital role of sled dogs in the region's history. It is considered one of the most demanding and iconic endurance races in the world.