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Where does the train run that you can hitchhike at any point on its route?

The Hurricane Turn train runs in Alaska between Talkeetna and Hurricane Gulch.

The length of the route is just under 93 km, and there are no intermediate stations along this distance. But at any point along the way, those wishing to board the train can stop it by waving a white cloth.

Authors: Jimmy Wales, Larry Sanger

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