Be advised that the NPS has issued alerts for this park.
U.S. side of Chilkoot National Historic Trail to Open as far as Mile 4
No public access on the U.S. side of the Chilkoot Trail past mile 4.0. Permitted overnight camping is only for the Canadian side of the Trail – Reservations will open in May for the 2025 hiking season.
Headlines screamed "Gold!" The dream of a better life catapulted thousands of people to Alaska and the Yukon Territory. Their journey shaped them, and changed the people they encountered and the north forever. Today, the park remembers the trails...
When you make your Chilkoot Trail reservation you must designate which campgrounds you will use. With your reservation specific sites are not assigned, only a space in that campground.
When you make your Chilkoot Trail reservation you must designate which campgrounds you will use. With your reservation specific sites are not assigned, only a space in that campground.
When you make your Chilkoot Trail reservation you must designate which campgrounds you will use. With your reservation specific sites are not assigned, only a space in that campground.
Check out some very early gold rush-era construction in Skagway at the former Brackett Trading Post and Boss Bakery!
A one and a half-story building. The first floor is all wood and holds large glass windows and doors. At the top, “The Trail Center: Klondike Gold Rush International Historical Park” is bracketed by the Parks Canada logo and the National Park Service.
From 1897 to 1899, thousands of prospectors and "boomers" used the Chilkoot and White Pass Trails to reach the Klondike and Upper Yukon Valley during the Klondike gold rush.
Discover the stories of early tourism in Skagway at one of the oldest gold rush museums in town!
The front of a white building displays a black sign that reads “Jeff. Smiths Parlor Museum”. A tan door is next to two windows. In front of the building, a fence and large rose bushes. Behind, other buildings and a green grassy area.
See the original barracks built for the Buffalo Soldiers of Company L in 1900.
A two-and-a-half story white building with green trim reads “Lynch & Kennedy”. A short green-and-white awning extends over large glass windows on the first floor. Five windows line the second floor; one window sits slightly off-center on the top floor.
A two-story orange building with red trim. A large black sign on the second story reads “The Mascot”. Large glass windows read “Mascot” and “A. Rienert” in gold letters. Colorful Victorian structures are visible behind; a mountain rises up into the fog.
A green grassy lawn and large trees surround two structures: a small log cabin and a wood frame house with green trim. The house is bright blue with green trim and multiple roof lines.
Skagway Historic District and White Pass is an Alaskan frontier mining town, situated on a prime route to the Upper Yukon Valley and Klondike gold-bearing regions.
The Moore Homestead was established in 1887 by William Moore and his son Ben. Visit outdoor exhibits, explore the Moore House museum, or enjoy the large grassy lawn.
The Moore Homestead is a large grassy lot with a diagonal line cutting into the street in front. A white fence borders the property. Facing the homestead you see the Moore House, blue with dark green trim. It is a sprawling house with a second story over the middle section. To the left and slightly set back is the Moore Cabin, a rustic log cabin. To the front left is a seating area with benches. A boardwalk leads from the benches to the house and between the two buildings. Large evergreen trees surround the bench area and walkway to the house.
Discover the original train depot for the White Pass & Yukon Route! Built in 1898, this building served as the train depot for 71 years.
A historic two-story red building with yellow trim reads “Visitor Center: Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park”. A bay window on the second floor projects over a wooden boardwalk, and two chimneys extend into a cloudy sky. Beyond the building a small piece of another green and yellow Victorian-Era structure is visible.
Learn about the first YMCA in Alaska! Explore early recreation during the Klondike Gold Rush and dive into the story of the Buffalo Soldiers who were stationed in Skagway.
A large unpainted wood building with a gable roof stands three stories tall. Two closed doors are at street-level; two windows sit mid-way up the structure.
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park's Administrative Offices are located upstairs from the park museum. Administrative Office Summer Hours: Monday-Friday 9 am -4:30 pm. Winter Hours: Monday - Friday 10 am - 4 pm. Closed Federal holidays.
Open daily Memorial Day to Labor Day, this is the registration and information center for the Chilkoot Trail. Stop by to pick up your Chilkoot Trail permit, see the bear awareness video, and get your trail orientation. During permit season, regularly scheduled orientations are at 8am, 10am, noon, 2pm, and 4pm daily.
The visitor center is located in the historic White Pass & Yukon Route depot. Talk to a ranger, learn about daily programs, watch park film "Gold Fever: Race to the Klondike," and more. Restrooms, water stations, and benches are available for visitors.
The Chilkoot Trail is a 33-mile recreational hiking trail spanning from coastal Alaska to boreal British Columbia. Each summer over 3,000 people retrace the route of gold seekers by hiking this trail. Find out how to plan the best trip along this trail if you are taking your dog.
Explore the Historic Dyea Townsite
During the gold rush Dyea was a bustling town situated at the start of the Chilkoot trail. Since the gold rush, nature has reclaimed the area. Today there is a network of trails in place of the town roads. Walk the forest trails and immerse yourself in the history.
Stop By The Ton Of Goods Display
Heading to the Klondike was no easy trip. Get a feel for what supplies were needed to make the journey at this outdoor sculpture exhibit.
Explore the Moore Homestead
The Moore Homestead was established 10 years before the gold rush. Today, contemplate early frontier life in the wilds of remote Alaska as you explore the first building in Skagway and the first family to live here.
Visit the Mascot Saloon
Once Skagway's longest running saloon, step back in to time with this restored saloon museum. Learn about the role of vice in the community, see how the owner adapted his business in the face of change, and find out why the saloon finally closed.
Tours
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Self-Guided Walking Tour of Park Buildings in the Skagway Historic District
Welcome to Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park! Today we’ll be exploring some historic gold rush-era buildings throughout Skagway on this .64-mile tour. While many original gold rush-era structures remain, today you will see a town representing its gold rush-era past while serving its present visitors. Take a moment to orient yourself: “north” is up the valley; “south” is facing the water. There are several street crossings – please remember to look both ways!
Self-Guided Walking Tour: Explore the Historic Dyea Townsite
During the Klondike Gold Rush, Dyea was a bustling town much like Skagway. Both towns had their own trail heading north. Dyea had the Chilkoot Trail, which people still use today. The historic town of Dyea has been replaced by a forest but remnants of the town can still be found there. Make the 2 drive over to the Historic Dyea Townsite and you can: Picture the bustling town of Dyea that existed on the very spot that you’re walking Take a short stop at the various information panels to learn mo
