Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park
The colorful Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park in Skagway examines a significant part of Alaska's heritage. It contains trails and mountain passes, as well as practically all of the little city's historic downtown, and another unit is also located in Seattle, Washington.
When gold was discovered in Canada's Yukon Territory in the late 1890s, thousands of prospectors headed out to earn their fortunes. Because it was the closest port, the town's population grew rapidly, with businesses, saloons, and offices springing up overnight. Some of these, such as Jeff Smith's Parlor and the Mascot Saloon, are still standing today.
Aside from wandering about its fascinating old buildings and railway terminal, you may also head into the mountains where the prospectors passed. Though the gold fields, which were the final target of the stampeders, were in Yukon Territory, the park includes staging places for the journey there as well as highways leading in that direction. There are four units, three in the Municipality of Skagway Borough, Alaska, and one in the Pioneer Square National Historic District in Seattle, Washington. All of these fascinating historical sites paint a picture of life during the Klondike Gold Rush.
Address: 291 Broadway, Skagway, AK 99840, United States
Phone: +1 907-983-9200
Opening hours: 10AM–5PM
Rating: 4.7/5.0, 274 Google reviews
Website: https://www.nps.gov/klgo/planyourvisit/visitorcenter.htm
