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Campground · National Park Service Fees: There is a $20.00 nonrefundable permit fee per trip . The permit covers all Chilkoot Trail campsites that you reserve for your trip. Overview The Chilkoot National Historic Trail is not open for crossing the Canadian border. When you apply for your Chilkoot Trail permit you will need to select the campgrounds you wish to use, select which nights you will be there, and how many members are in your party. Each campsite includes one 10ftx10ft space which may be used for up to two small tents. If additional spaces are needed, select additional camp sites. - April 1-May 31 camping permits are not required. Campsites are listed as Walk up - First Come, First Served to indicate the campgrounds are open. You do not need to check in at the park upon arrival during this time period. - June 1 - September 12 camping permits must be reserved, printed out beforehand, and validated at the Trail Center in Skagway prior to heading out on the trail. There is a $20.00 nonrefundable permit fee per trip. Guide to Planning Your… Getting there: - Start by checking in at the Chilkoot Trail Center at 520 Broadway, Skagway, AK. The Chilkoot Trail Center is located on the east side of Broadway between 5th and 6th Avenues. - Once your permit has been validated you can head to the Chilkoot Trailhead. Head North out of town towards the Klondike Highway. Turn left onto Dyea road, and follow the road for approximately 7 miles. - The parking lot will be on your left, and the trailhead will be on your right, across the road from the parking… Phone: 907-983-9200 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10382456 Source: Recreation.gov. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: NPS/Renata Harrison, NPS/Kelsey Graczyk

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