How long is the Iditarod trail?
the iditarod trail is actually about 1049 miles this is because Alaska is over 1000 miles and it is the 49th state.The Iditarod Trail is 1,600 kilometers, or 994.194 miles in length. It is located in Alaska.
What kind of terrain does the Iditarod cover?
It is a race of over 1,150 miles of the most extreme and beautiful terrain known to man: across mountain ranges, frozen rivers, dense forests, desolate tundra and windswept coastline. To add to the terrain are sub zero temperature, darkness, and blinding snow.
What does the word Iditarod mean in Alaska?
The word Iditarod is an annual dog sled compatition (race).