Preserved collection of wooden buildings and historic streets paired with a scenic railway route climbing through rugged mountains, showcasing the dramatic journey of gold rush travelers.
General Information
Hours:
Historic district: Open year-round as a public area
White Pass & Yukon Route Railway: Typically operates May through September with scheduled departures
White Pass & Yukon Route Railway: Typically operates May through September with scheduled departures
Fees:
Historic district: Free to explore
Railway excursions: Pricing varies by route, generally $100–$200+ per adult
Railway excursions: Pricing varies by route, generally $100–$200+ per adult
Pet Policy:
Pets are allowed in outdoor areas within the historic district; not permitted on most railway excursions
Closest cities with hotels:
Skagway
Seasons:
Best visited May through September for full access to tours, railway operations, and milder weather
Location:
Website:
How to Get There
From Juneau (90 mi): Take a ferry or short flight to Skagway, then walk from the harbor into downtown along Broadway Street where the historic district and railway depot are located.
Overview
The Skagway Historic District and White Pass is a National Historic Landmark district covering the gold rush town of Skagway (a 23-block historic downtown with wooden boardwalks and false fronts) and the White Pass route to the Klondike. Skagway was the gateway to the gold fields in 1898.
Highlights
- Broadway: historic buildings such as the Arctic Brotherhood Hall (1899, with a driftwood front) and the Mascot Saloon
- White Pass and Yukon Route: a narrow-gauge railroad built in 1898-1900, with a scenic 3-hour round trip climb to White Pass (2,864 feet)
- Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park: the visitor center and ranger walks
This article uses material from the Wikipedia article "Skagway Historic District and White Pass", "White Pass and Yukon Route", and "White Pass", which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0
