Interior · Iditarod checkpoint
Takotna
A tiny village just past McGrath, famous among mushers for its hospitality.
Approx. mile
~376
of ~1,000
To Nome
~624 mi
remaining
Leg
Interior
Interior
Setting
Takotna River
On the trail
Takotna in the race
Despite its size, Takotna is a beloved 24-hour layover choice — the village is legendary for feeding mushers homemade pies and treating teams like family.
Mile markers are approximate and shift with the year's route. Takotna sits on the interior leg of the 2027 southern route.
Background
History
A tiny community near McGrath with mining-era roots, beloved by mushers for decades of generous hospitality.
Visiting
Getting there
Roadless; reached by air or a short hop from McGrath. Famous for feeding mushers homemade pies on their 24-hour layover.
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