Distance
1,600 km
Duration
10–30 days
Elevation
15,000m
Route Map
Start Finish · Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Elevation Profile
Gain
+1,340m
Loss
−1,390m
Max
1,100m
Key Points
Alaska Range · 700m · 200km
Rainy Pass · 1,100m · 300km
Kaltag Portage · 500m · 700km
About This Route
The Iditarod Trail Invitational is the world's longest and coldest winter ultra-endurance race, following the historic Iditarod Trail from Knik to Nome, Alaska. Riders travel on fat bikes through frozen wilderness, facing temperatures as low as -50°C, whiteout conditions, and complete isolation across the Alaskan interior.
Route Highlights
- World's longest winter ultra-endurance race
- Temperatures can reach -50°C
- Follows the historic Iditarod sled dog trail
- Passes through remote Alaskan villages
- Annual race held in February–March
Route Details
Start
Knik, Alaska
Finish
Nome, Alaska
Best Season
February – March (race only)
Surface
Frozen trail, snow, ice
GPX Track
Available for download
Community Ride Reports
First-hand accounts from riders