Old-School Alaska in Skagway

Image by Raymond Eatough.

Written and sponsored by the Municipality of Skagway.

Welcome to Skagway, Alaska, the first incorporated city in Alaska—on June 28, 1900—and gateway to the Gold Rush of 1898.

At the northernmost reaches of the Inside Passage, this unique gold-rush town looks much as it did 100 years ago when it swelled with arriving prospectors. Skagway is nestled in a remarkably picturesque setting, between the dramatic 7,000-foot-high Canadian boundary mountains and the mouth of the powerful Skagway River.

Skagway's history and spectacular natural setting create unparalleled sightseeing and recreation opportunities. Skagway is filled with outstanding attractions, shopping, entertainment and museums. Lined with wooden boardwalks and restored buildings, this quaint and historic town is easy to navigate. Poke around on your own or select from a variety of tours. Either way, you will be rewarded with the sights and activities in and around Skagway.

Accessible by air, sea and land, Skagway is located 110 miles south of Whitehorse on the Klondike Highway; it is the northern terminus of the Alaska Marine Highway System; and it has daily air service from Juneau.

Famous for its hospitality, Skagway offers visitors all the amenities they desire for a comfortable, fun and memorable stay in this quaint and beautiful town.

For more information about all that Skagway has to offer, visit www.skagway.org.