Limited Parking At Iditarod Restart In Willow

The Iditarod Restart will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 2, in Willow, on Willow Lake. A finite amount of public parking will be available at the Willow Airport, located at Mile 69.5 of the Parks Highway. In an effort to accommodate as many race fans who wish to view the Race Restart and at the same time eliminate chronic traffic congestion, the Iditarod Trail Committee is again offering a free shuttle bus system from a variety of pick up points.

For those choosing to travel to Willow in their personal vehicles, please note that there will be a $10.00 charge per vehicle for parking. Free round trip shuttle service to Willow will be available as follows;

North from Wasilla to Willow Lake - continuously from 11 am - 1:00 pm from the following locations:

- Wasilla High School

  • - Wasilla Multi Sports Complex
  • - Houston High School

South from Talkeetna Sunshine Station, two buses will be leaving, one at 11:00 and one at 12:00 noon.

The Iditarod Trail Committee, the Alaska Department of Transportation and the Alaska State Troopers strongly recommend that race fans use the shuttle service due to anticipated heavy traffic on the day of the restart. Additionally, drop off or parking for the handicapped will be available at the Willow Community Center.

The Willow Community Center will be open to the public for the convenience of all race fans. Shuttle service back to pick up sites will begin at 3:00 and will continue until 6 pm. Please dress warmly and enjoy the day responsibly.