Skagway Historic District and White Pass

The historic district spans 23 blocks with over 350 wooden buildings painted in bright colors, featuring commercial structures with false fronts and residential houses set back from sidewalks.

During the 1897 Klondike Gold Rush, this district served as the primary gateway for prospectors heading to the Yukon goldfields through the White Pass mountain route.

The preserved wooden structures, including the Arctic Brotherhood Hall covered in driftwood, demonstrate the architectural methods and materials used during the Gold Rush period.

Visitors can explore the district through walking tours that connect historical buildings, museums, and interpretive exhibits explaining the Gold Rush activities and settlement patterns.

The White Pass Railway, rising from sea level to 3,000 feet across 20 miles, represents an engineering achievement that transformed gold rush transportation routes.

Location: Alaska

Inception: 1897

Part of: Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park

GPS coordinates: 59.52130,-135.23600

Latest update: March 8, 2025 23:54