Chilkoot

The term Chilkoot can refer to several related topics, primarily associated with the Chilkoot Trail and the Chilkoot Pass, both of which are significant in the history of the Klondike Gold Rush.

Chilkoot Trail[edit | edit source]

The Chilkoot Trail is a historic route that stretches from Dyea, Alaska to Bennett, British Columbia. It was a major access route from the coast to the interior during the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 1890s. The trail is approximately 33 miles (53 km) long and traverses the Coast Mountains. The trail was originally used by the Tlingit people as a trade route. During the gold rush, thousands of prospectors used the trail to reach the goldfields in the Yukon.

Chilkoot Pass[edit | edit source]

The Chilkoot Pass is a high mountain pass through the Coast Mountains in the Boundary Ranges of British Columbia and Alaska. It is located at an elevation of 3,739 feet (1,140 meters). The pass was a critical point on the Chilkoot Trail and was known for its steep and challenging terrain.

Chilkoot Inlet[edit | edit source]

The Chilkoot Inlet is a body of water in Southeast Alaska, part of the larger Lynn Canal. It is named after the Chilkoot people, an indigenous group of the Tlingit nation.

Chilkoot River[edit | edit source]

The Chilkoot River flows from Chilkoot Lake into the Chilkoot Inlet. It is known for its salmon runs and is a popular spot for fishing and bear viewing.

Chilkoot Lake[edit | edit source]

Chilkoot Lake is located near Haines, Alaska. The lake is fed by the Chilkoot River and is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing.

Chilkoot People[edit | edit source]

The Chilkoot people are a subgroup of the Tlingit nation. They traditionally inhabited the area around the Chilkoot Inlet and were known for their trade routes, including the Chilkoot Trail.