Bookable Excursions

A park interpretation chief's overview of Skagway's gold rush buildings, museum and nearby Chilkoot Trail. Some details are dated (it describes the Soapy Smith parlor museum as opening in 2016, and the park has since dropped ranger-led walking tours).

A short history of the "Dead Horse Trail" and the building of the railway over White Pass. Good background reading before a train ride.

The railway's own fact sheet on construction dates, cost, grades and its shutdown and revival as an excursion line.

The state tourism site's profile of Skagway, covering its history, outdoor activities and how to get there by air, sea or road.

The town's own sample day plans, grouped by theme, from Chilkoot hikes and river floats to the railroad, Yukon van tours and slower-paced galleries and shows.

A contributor's review of the train trip with practical notes on seating, comfort and what you will see. Includes a tip on which side of the car to choose on the way down.

A port-by-port roundup of popular Alaska shore excursions, including Skagway and Haines, useful for comparing Skagway with other stops on an itinerary.

A news report on rockslides that have kept the Railroad Dock closed to foot traffic since 2022 and on research into rockslide risk around town. Explains why some passengers reach their ship by shuttle or water taxi.