While the story has a sad ending, the famous Stampede Trail has become a pilgrimage for many avid travelers trying to recreate Chris’s free spirit and adventure. Many hikers from all over the world attempt to complete the dangerous hike through the beautiful Alaskan wilderness.

Before setting out on the 20-mile adventure, make sure to check with the authorities that it is safe, the weather is dependable, and most importantly, that they know you are out there and when you are expected back. The most dangerous part is crossing the Teklanika River where extreme caution should be taken.

For those not wanting to do the 40-mile roundtrip hike, or those waiting out the bad weather, there is another option for how to experience a piece of the adventuresome spirit. 49th State Brewery in Healy, Alaska holds the replica of the bus that was used to film the movie, and is filled with artifacts and pictures from the creation.

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Although it is famous for being the starting point for hikers trying to reach the peak of Mt. Denali, the tallest mountain in North America, there is plenty to do here even if you are not an avid climber. Talkeetna is famous for its small flight companies who will fly you over Mt. Denali, glaciers, or even Denali National Park.

Other activities include ziplining, river tours, and hiking, and on a clear day, you can see the incredible sight of snow-peaked Denali in the distance. Some of the more famous pictures of the mountain are taken from the town with the Talkeetna River adding an extra backdrop.

On summer evenings head downtown for some great restaurants and bars. In June and July, the sun will be out until 1 or 2 AM and most nights will have live music coming from the lively bars. You can hear stories over a cold beer from the tired hikers who came back from their multi-week hike up Denali, as the small town of 800 comes alive on long summer nights.

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While the story has a sad ending, the famous Stampede Trail has become a pilgrimage for many avid travelers trying to recreate Chris’s free spirit and adventure. Many hikers from all over the world attempt to complete the dangerous hike through the beautiful Alaskan wilderness.

Before setting out on the 20-mile adventure, make sure to check with the authorities that it is safe, the weather is dependable, and most importantly, that they know you are out there and when you are expected back. The most dangerous part is crossing the Teklanika River where extreme caution should be taken.

For those not wanting to do the 40-mile roundtrip hike, or those waiting out the bad weather, there is another option for how to experience a piece of the adventuresome spirit. 49th State Brewery in Healy, Alaska holds the replica of the bus that was used to film the movie, and is filled with artifacts and pictures from the creation.

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Although it is famous for being the starting point for hikers trying to reach the peak of Mt. Denali, the tallest mountain in North America, there is plenty to do here even if you are not an avid climber. Talkeetna is famous for its small flight companies who will fly you over Mt. Denali, glaciers, or even Denali National Park.

Other activities include ziplining, river tours, and hiking, and on a clear day, you can see the incredible sight of snow-peaked Denali in the distance. Some of the more famous pictures of the mountain are taken from the town with the Talkeetna River adding an extra backdrop.

On summer evenings head downtown for some great restaurants and bars. In June and July, the sun will be out until 1 or 2 AM and most nights will have live music coming from the lively bars. You can hear stories over a cold beer from the tired hikers who came back from their multi-week hike up Denali, as the small town of 800 comes alive on long summer nights.

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