Refer to the articles on page eleven for specific information. Local mushers take advantage of the area's terrain to train for the 1000-mile Yukon Quest, the Iditarod and local dog sled races. The Chena Hot Springs Winter Trail, used by the Yukon Quest sled dog race, runs through the recreation area for about 26 miles. Mushers also enjoy the use of the cabins. Trappers and hunters find that small game animals are abundant in the park during the winter months.
Sport hunting includes moose, bear, rabbit, grouse, ptarmigan and fur animals.
Park officials advise that people bringing firearms into the recreation area familiarize themselves with appropriate regulations. Wildlife viewing and photography offer additional incentives to seek out animals in the recreation area. Grouse, fox and lynx are common in the park and moose are everywhere. Snowshoeing is a great way to follow animal tracks. New trail development proposals at the Chena River State Recreation Area promise to provide even more areas for winter sport enthusiasts to enjoy.