Alaskan Bike Trip - Golden Circle Tour
Over Chilkat Pass

June 26, 2006

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Today we climbed above timberline to Chilkat Pass (elevation 3,478 ft) as the scenery changes from rain forest to alpine tundra. Then it was downhill into the Yukon Territory where we camped at Million Dollar Falls.
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Morning at campsite in Tatshenshini/Alscek Park


Biking back to main highway
 


Looking back - incredible sights

Small stream along highway

Almost to the pass, Dave!

Guardsman Pass

Chilkat Pass - highest point on the ride

East side of Haines Pass

Local enjoying a few dandelions
 

BC - Yukon border

Another great dinner prepared by Thom Ely

Last climb of the day


Relaxing at camp after long day on the bike.

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