The route for the Nushagak Classic Sled Dog Race varies slightly from year to year, but this map reflects the basic route. Click on a checkpoint or section of trail between two checkpoints to see more information about that item. The race starts and ends in Dillingham and proceeds north past Okstukuk Lake. On the way back in from Ekwok, Okstukok Lake, Aleknagik Lake, and Hoseth's Cabin checkpoints are all hit again heading back for the race's finish in Dillingham. February in Southwest Alaska can bring a variety of weather conditions, from rain to heavy snow fall.
Temperatures can range from below zero to the mid-forties.