Trek History
In 1993, a small group of snowmobilers known as the Alaska Trailblazers arrived in Dawson City from Tok, Alaska. This group journeyed over the Top of the World Highway in winter which back then was unheard of. Today, this trip has become "Yukon's Premiere Snowmobile Event": Trek over the Top.
In 1994, the Alaska Trailblazers were approached and plans were made to try and organize a few events for their visit. It turned out that 100 snowmobilers made the trip. A few events were organized and with the support of the Klondike Visitors Association, Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall was opened for ‘Trekkers’.
Throughout the next years, the popularity of the run rose tremendously. A second run became necessary and then a third. Each run consisted of about 200 participants and runs were extended so ‘Trekkers’ could enjoy an entire weekend in Dawson.
While the majority of participants are our brothers from Alaska, the Trek has been enjoyed by numerous participants worldwide. Canadians, Americans from the Lower 48, and even Europeans have made the trip to Tok to participate in this epic event. Up to date, maybe the most famous Trekker of all has been Sarah Palin who, with her husband, made the Trek in 1998.
Trek over the Top has become an annual tourist attraction for Dawson City, YT and receives the support of all the community and its businesses. With the help of the Dawson City Sled Dawgs, the Klondike Visitors Association, and the Alaska Trail Blazers, this event continues to be a success and remains to this day, the most northern international poker run in North America.
2012 will be 19 years of Trek over the Top, so come and join us for the party.
