What is the setting of Jason's Gold by Will Hobbs?

There are several settings used throughout the story, although the majority of them are based in Alaska and the Yukon.

The story speaks about Seattle, the home to the Hawthorns. Little is mentioned about the location, but it is clear that the region is still somewhat rough hewn and unsettled. The majority of the work is in industry including the sawmill and cannery. Mrs. Beal's boarding house is also a prominent landmark in the town, as it is the place where the Hawthorns live.

Alaska is the setting for a large part of the story. The Klondikers must pass through Alaska into Canada to reach Dawson City and their potential fortunes. The terrain and weather are rugged, often preventing people from going the distance. The last point where people stop in Alaska is Skagway. Skagway is one of the main stopping points along the route to Dawson City. It is located on the border in Alaska along the Canadian border. It is a rapidly developing town filled with thieves, opportunists and prospectors.

Chilkoot Pass is one of the two passes that lead to Dawson City. Chilkoot Pass is the shorter of the two passes but is much more dangerous. The other pass, White Pass is dubbed "Dead Horse Trail" because of the equine casualties. White Pass is chosen by many prospectors because it is supposedly the easier of the two trails.

The final destination for the prospectors is Dawson City, also known as The Golden City. Dawson City is located in the upper part of western Canada near the Alaska border. Dawson City is the site of the latest gold rush and was formed by the prospectors who traveled cross country to make their fortunes. In the beginning, there was nothing in the region. That all changed after George Washington Carmack staked his first claim.