This race is the largest sled dog event in the lower 48 states, and continues to attract the top international names in mushing. The race passes thru Wyoming's backcountry to make the sport of sled dog racing accessible to the public and to showcase our magnificient public lands to fans and media. The stage stop format is a dog-friendly competition, allowing mushers and dogs to rest overnight, and providing stage stop communities, such as Kemmerer, Wyoming, the opportunity to show off the town.