Set in southeast Alaska, Skagway is a wonderful city that was the heart of the Klondike Gold Rush. During your visit there, you’ll see many structures and attractions dedicated to that particular era, including original buildings that have been preserved by Gold Rush National Historical Park. Outdoorsy travelers will enjoy seeing many of the area’s natural attractions, such as Davidson Glacier, Emerald Lake, and Pitchfork Waterfalls.
Davidson Glacier
Originally discovered in 1867, Davidson Glacier is a must-visit natural attraction while in Skagway, Alaska. There are many day cruises lasting around 5 to 6 hours that take you right to the foot of the glacier and back; these tours may include boat rides, raft rides, or canoeing.
White Pass and Yukon Route Railway
The White Pass and Yukon Route Railway goes along one of the most scenic rail routes in the world. There are many tours to take, with one of the most popular being the Bennett Scenic Journey, which goes from Skagway to Carcross; the tour also includes a picturesque motor coach drive along the Klondike Highway.
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
Get to know about the area’s history, nature, and people with a visit to Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park . The actual gold rush was between 1897 and 1898 and brought people from all over the world to settle in Yukon and Alaska. The park preserves many of the historical structures, landscapes, trails, artifacts, and stories of its past, which you’ll be able to explore in detail during your visit there.
Lower Dewey Lake Hiking Trail
Extremely kid and animal friendly, the Lower Dewey Lake Hiking Trail is a 3-mile loop that visitors and residents love exploring while in Skagway.
Alaska Mountain Guides - Adventure Park and Zip Line
Ziplining from tree to tree with Alaska Mountain Guides - Adventure Park and Zip Line is hands down one of the most thrilling things to do while in Skagway.
Red Onion Saloon Brothel Museum
The Red Onion Saloon Brothel Museum is housed in what was once a thriving dance hall, bar, and brothel. Men and miners who flocked to Skagway during the gold rush days would come there for some liquid courage and love and affection.
Skagway Museum and Archives
Though the Klondike Gold Rush is an important aspect of Skagway’s history, it’s not the only thing that shaped this town and its people into what you see today. The collection at the Skagway Museum and Archives spans various eras and has artifacts including mammoth tusks, an original Tlingit war canoe, and a roulette wheel and slot machine from the gold rush era.
Yakutania Point - Smuggler’s Cove Trail
Skagway is renowned for being a friendly community, and many of its residents and visitors opt to walk or cycle to where they need to go. Therefore, it features several trails and sites that you can enjoy, including Yakutania Point - Smuggler’s Cove Trail.
Captain William Moore Cabin
The Captain William Moore Cabin is the first building that was ever constructed in Skagway. The well-preserved cabin, which still stands today, was built almost a decade before the Klondike Gold Rush by Captain Moore and his son Ben.
The Arctic Brotherhood Hall 1899
The Arctic Brotherhood Hall 1899 is the local chapter of the Brotherhood that was established there in 1899.
Pitchfork Falls
A usual stop with many of Skagway’s local tours, Pitchfork Falls is a gorgeous waterfall that is surrounded by rich mountainous terrain.
Jeff Smiths Parlor Museum
The Jeff Smiths Parlor Museum is one of the state’s oldest museums and is dedicated to early Alaskan oddities and the infamous outlaw Jefferson Randolph “Soapy” Smith.
Skagway Centennial Statue
The Skagway Centennial Statue was erected in 1997 by the Skagway Centennial Committee as a way to commemorate the area’s rich history.
Beyond Skagway Tours - Private Tours
Beyond Skagway Tours - Private Tours is a small family-based business that is operated by an array of people who fell in love with Alaska and have a passion to share the state’s natural beauty with visitors.
Frontier Excursions and Adventures
Frontier Excursions and Adventures was established in 1987 to provide great outdoor tours for adventure seekers.
Skagway Brewing Company
The Skagway Brewing Company is a combination brewery, restaurant, and pub. Their food is renowned with residents and visitors and is made from scratch using quality ingredients that are often locally sourced.
