White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska
White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska Man with his sled going through Box Canyon on the White Pass Trail over the Skagway River in 1898. E.A. Hegg photo.
Blue Grouse, National Parks Birds Images
Male blue grouse inflate air sacs to make "hooting" sounds. Listen for them as you hike through the forest to Lower Dewey Lake or on the Chilkoot Trail.
Cooper and Levy Building in Seattle
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National parks: Columbine - public domain image
Columbine, Aquilegia formosa, grow in a variety of locations. Look for them along the Dyea road and around Yakutania Point and Lower Dewey Lake in Skagway.
On the trail - National Parks Gallery
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Descending Saintly Hill - National Parks Gallery
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Whiting Collection, Subseries 1, File 1. Klondike Gold Rush NHP Museum Collection.
Willow ptarmigan (Lagopus lagopus), Klondike Gold Rush National Histor...
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Alaska free images - Chilkoot Trail
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National parks: Waterfall - public domain image
The lower section of the Chilkoot Trail is lush with moss, ferns, and lichens, supported by glacial streams and a mild marine climate.
Alaska free images - Chilkoot Trail
Artifacts at the Historic Canyon City Townsite After the Gold Rush, much of the machinery and structures were dismantled or moved. While some artifacts and remnants remained, the forest and harsh climate quic... More
White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska
White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska From the book: Building the Gateway to the Klondike by Historian Robert L. Spude we learn that by February 1, 1898 there were 1,000 stampeders arriving in Skagway each week!
Suspension Bridge at Canyon City Historic Area
A suspension bridge to the Canyon City historic area was built in 1982.
Bridge into Deep Lake campground
Nicole Bauberger painted this as part of her two weeks on the Chilkoot Trail. She did one painting for each day she hiked.
Pleasant Camp campsite - National Parks Gallery
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Artifacts on the trail - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska
White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska View from Klondike Highway, Alaska
Backcountry rangers on the Golden Stairs
Each spring the route up the Golden Stairs is marked with tall orange poles to help hikers navigate through snow, fog, and rain.
Wild Columbine, National Parks Wildflowers
Native wildflowers grow in a cluster of vibrant understory vegetation along the edge of the trail.
Alaska free images - Hiking North
Segment of the trail between Finnegan's Point and Canyon City. The precise route of the historic trails (a foot trail and a wagon trail) from Dyea to Canyon City are unknown due to reforestation and river ero... More
Alaska free images - Chilkoot Trail
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The Guardians of Skagway, Alaska
The guardians in front of the Manila Saloon, after rounding up Soapy Smith’s gang, ca July 1898.
The Guardians of Skagway, Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park,...
The Guardians of Skagway pose in front of The Manila Saloon after rounding up Soapy Smith's gang, July 1898.
View of Glaciers along the Chilkoot Trail
The Chilkoot trail offers many scenic views of alpine terrain and glaciers.
Dangerous Dan and Lady Lou - Public Domain image, National Parks Galle...
The Jeff. Smiths Parlor includes a "Lady Lou," an animatronic manikin built in 1935 by Martin Itjen. Unlike the other manikins, "Lady Lou" sits by herself... in the restroom.
National parks: Campsite - public domain image
Canyon City campsites are on the ground rather than wooden platforms.
Artifacts on the trail - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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On the White Pass Trail - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska
White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska “The day was perfect. A long winding hill, not steep, with rocks and great trees on each side, made the walking easy. We walked the nine miles, but were so tired we sa... More
Sheep Camp ranger cabin - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
During permit season a ranger is on duty at Sheep Camp to help orient hikers and aid in emergencies. The cabin is 1/4 mile from the campground
The Skagway Red Sox Team, Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park,...
The Skagway Red Sox team: (left to right, back) Miss Della Rapuzzi, Miss Edith Liddicoat and Miss Nelli Flynn. (left to right, front): Miss Lela Malan and Miss Verna Mulvihill. Keywords: redsox; red sox; skagw... More
Historic Dyea Townsite - National Parks Gallery
Slide Cemetery There were several cemeteries in historic Dyea. Most of the graves in this cemetery belonged to Stampeders who died in a 1898 avalanche on the trail.
Alaska free images - Finnegan's Point
Finnegan's Point, located about five miles north of the Dyea townsite, was the first campsite that served Stampeders and packers. By April 1898, Pat Finnegan constructed a toll road across the Taiya River at th... More
Alaska free images - Preservation Work
The dark, cold winters of Skagway do not stop our preservation crews from working to protect our historic structures.
National parks: Wintergreen - public domain image
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Moe's Frontier Bar Parade Float, Skagway, Alaska 7-4-14
Long-time Skagway establishment, Moe's Frontier Bar, was resurrected for the parade and won the Most Patriotic float award.
Kriss Jackson-Harper - Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
Kriss Jackson-Harper is a graduate of the University of Washington. With a degree in Sociology and a graduate certificate in Environmental Education, she hopes to improve her identification of animal and plant ... More
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Looking Towards the Front Door - Public Domain image, National Parks G...
View from the back of room one inside Jeff. Smiths Parlor looking towards the front door.
Historic Dyea Townsite - National Parks Gallery
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Alaska free images - Chilkoot Trail
Goat's Beard The Chilkoot Trail changes from coastal forest at sea level, to high alpine near the summit, to boreal forest towards the Lake Bennett end. Goat's Beard, Aruncus dioicus, is one of the wildflowers... More
Sheep Camp Shelter amenities - Public Domain image, National Parks Gal...
The picnic shelter at Sheep Camp is a central location for storing, preparing, and eating food as well as the location of nightly ranger talks.
Alaska free images - Moore Homestead
Moore Cabin (left) and J. Bernard Moore House In 1887, Captain William Moore and his son Bernard (Ban) began construction of a log cabin and wharf at Skagway Bay and named their site "Moorsville." They cleared... More
Bald Eagle, National Parks Birds Images
Look for bald eagles in Dyea. In the late summer they are often drawn to salmon runs on the Taiya river watershed.
Outhouse at Finnegan's Point - Public Domain image, National Parks Gal...
It may not be fancy, but the lush setting of this "comfort station" is tough to beat.
Yarrow with an Arctic Butterfly
Yarrow, Achillea millefolium, grows in well drained areas such as along roadsides, on gravel bars, and in open meadows.
Finnegan's Point warming shelter
This warming shelter is a nice place to warm up and dry off after your hike.
Alaska free images - Bear boxes
Anything with a scent including food, bear spray, and toiletries must be kept in bear boxes while in the campground.
National parks: Fireweed - public domain image
Fireweed, Epilobium angustifolium, grows well in disturbed areas like roadsides and recently burned areas. This ability makes it an early pioneer to new habitats.
Along the trail - National Parks Gallery
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On the trail - National Parks Gallery
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NPS Parade Float, Skagway, Alaska 7-4-14
Ranger Kira and Charlotte from Alaska Geographic start off the Klondike Gold Rush NHP float in Skagway's annual Fourth of July parade.
Outhouse at Finnegan's Point - Public Domain image, National Parks Gal...
It may not be fancy, but the lush setting of this "comfort station" is tough to beat.
Alaska free images - Moose Skull
This strange moose skull includes red light bulbs for eyes and barnacle like growth on the antlers, most likely caused by a hormone imbalance.
Alaska free images - Chilkoot Trail
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Alaska free images - Saintly Hill
The trail ascends to Saintly Hill. Public domain photograph of hiking trail, National Parks tourism, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Logging Road history - National Parks Gallery
A wayside interprets some of the post Klondike Gold Rush history of the Chilkoot Trail.
Canyon City History - National Parks Gallery
The largest artifact along the loop trail is this boiler. Learn more about its history and use with a nearby wayside.
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The Mascot Saloon, Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, 2016.
Photo date unknown. Front and center is Albert Reinert, proud owner of Skagway's longest-lived saloon (1898-1916), The Mascot Saloon. The Mascot has been restored to this time period by the National Park Servic... More
View From Front Door - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
View of the Jeff. Smiths Parlor interior from the front door. Animatronic manikin "Soapy Smith" stands at the bar while manikin "Dangerous Dan" watches from a seated position at the back of the room. Historic... More
Ranger helping hikers - National Parks Gallery
Rangers are available to answer questions and help with emergency situations.
Alaska free images - Chilkoot Summit
Modern recreational hikers should expect to traverse snow year round.
Alaska free images - Snow Bridge
Snow conditions change frequently along the Chilkoot and potential avalanches and snow bridge collapse are challenges that modern day hikers and historic gold seekers were faced with.
On the Golden Stairs - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska
White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska View from Klondike Highway, Alaska
All aboard in Seattle - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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Boats on Lake Lebarge - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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Alaska free images - Irene Glacier
The glaciers and streams have influenced the alignment of the trail.
Boiler at the Canyon City Townsite
The steam boiler was once used to power the tramway that was used to move freight from Canyon City up to the Pass. Much of the tramway machinery was broken down and removed after the Gold Rush period, but some ... More
Plaque near the top - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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Tourist Attraction - Crossing a bridge
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The summit warming shelter - Public Domain image, National Parks Galle...
This foggy view of the warming shelter located a the summit is a welcomed site for hikers
Alaska free images - Western Columbine
Western Columbine, Aquilegia formosa var. formosa, comes in many colors but red is popular with hummingbirds and butterflies.
Approaching Bennett Station - National Parks Gallery
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At the campground - National Parks Gallery
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Alaska free images - Chilkoot Trail
Nurse log and devil's club Devil's Club, Oplopanax horridus, may have an appealing cluster of small white flowers at the top, but much of the plant is covered in sharp, sliver-like spikes that can be a torment... More
Canyon City Loop Trail sign - Public Domain image, National Parks Gall...
Much of the Canyon City Loop Trail provides access to parts of the park formerly inaccessible by trail.
Skagway Cornet Band - National Parks Gallery
The Skagway Cornet Band of Skagway, Alaska, who use and recommend the instruments made by the C. G. Conn Company of Elkhart, Indiana as the best on earth.” Ca. 1908
American Dipper, National Parks Birds Images
The American dipper can dive underwater using its wings to stabilize itself while it hunts for insects to eat. Look for it in the Skagway River and along Pullen Creek.
“Come up and see me sometime” – Martin, Mae and the golden nuggets
Studio portrait of Martin Itjen and Mae West. Ca 1935.
Martin and Mae beside the Skagway Streetcar
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NPS Director Gary Everyhardt at at Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in Skagway during his Alaska trip.
Wood stove in warming shelter - Public Domain image, National Parks Ga...
Finnegan's Point has a wood stove in the warming shelter, making it a nice place to dry off and warm up while you cook your food.
Hiker on Canyon City Suspension Bridge
Mike Mol on Canyon City suspension bridge
Chilkoot Trail Summit - National Parks Gallery
Artifacts can be found along the trail, including this gold rush tram remnant at the summit.
Alaska free images - Group campsite
Canyon City campsites are on the ground rather than wooden platforms.
On the trail - National Parks Gallery
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Alaska free images - Park Visitors
Nearly one million people visit the Skagway Historic District each year. Klondike Gold Rush NHP and its historic structures has a very diverse group of visitors from around the world.
White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska
White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska View from Klondike Highway, Alaska
Artifacts at the Historic Canyon City Townsite
After the Gold Rush, much of the machinery and structures were dismantled or moved. While some artifacts and remnants remained, the forest and harsh climate quickly covered or degraded them. The site still reta... More
Bridge over the Rushing Taiya River
A trail visitor pauses mid-bridge to look on over the cascading waters of the river.
Alaska free images - Chilkoot Trail
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White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska
White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska Bridge at Tunnel Mountain, February 1899 (Courtsey of British of Columbia Archives) The tunnel pierced through the mountain 800 feet above White Pass City.
White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska
White Pass, Klondike Gold Rush NHP, Alaska January 15, 1899, dawned bright and cold when, according to the Daily Alaskan, the first official passenger train left Skagway : The officials of the railroad company ... More
The Hike Begins - National Parks Gallery
These people were part of a Hollywood film crew shooting location footage for a future big Hollywood production on the Klondike Gold Rush. Buildings in the photograph have yet to be identified but are north of ... More
Devastating fire, Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, 1932.
On this day in 1932, the White Pass & Yukon Route lost their train shop and roadhouse to fire. They were quickly rebuilt; however, in a small Alaskan town during the depression, this was likely a very difficult... More
Alaska free images - Pleasant Camp
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Along the trail - National Parks Gallery
Long Hill is exactly what it sounds like, lots of uphill, a lot of it rocky.