Plan Your Visit

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Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park offers many things to do and places to go to experience gold rush history and enjoy the beauty of Alaska. Planning a visit between October and May? Read about visiting Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park during the winter.

Dig into the details of your visit with:

 
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Ranger Chats

Rangers share topics they are most passionate about in short conversations. Ranger chats may be in the park's theater, or outside nearby.

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The Mascot Saloon

Skagway's longest running saloon opened during the gold rush and closed with local prohibition in 1916.

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Self-Guided Walking Tour

Take a self-guided walking tour of park building in the Skagway Historic District.

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Plan Your Adventure

Follow the steps in this guide to get the most of your visit to a park

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Jeff. Smiths Parlor Museum Tour

Discover the legend and more behind one of Alaska's oldest museums.

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Hiking

With trails ranging from 1 to 7 miles, Skagway has hikes for any fitness level. See waterfalls, lakes, and sweeping vistas of the fjord.

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Hike the Chilkoot Trail

Start planning your backpacking or day hiking trip on the Chilkoot Trail

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Discover Dyea, Alaska

Where nature meets history. During the gold rush Dyea was a boomtown, today it is a lush natural area.

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Moore Homestead

Veer off the beaten path and learn about the first European American settlers in Skagway.

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Things to Do

Whether you've got a few hours, a full day, or multiple days, find out what activities work best for your trip.

Last updated: February 10, 2025

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
P.O. Box 517

Skagway, AK 99840

Phone:

907 983-9200

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