Skagway

Skagway is a small historic town in Southeast Alaska, perched at the head of Taiya Inlet at the northernmost end of the Inside Passage.

Once a booming gateway for prospectors during the Klondike Gold Rush (1897-98), it still retains many of its old-west charm: wooden boardwalks, false-front shops, restored saloons, and historic landmarks.

A major draw for tourists, especially cruise ship passengers, Skagway offers attractions like the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad, the Chilkoot Trail, and museums dedicated to Gold Rush history.

Though its permanent population is small (around 1,100 people), the town swells during summer as thousands visit daily to enjoy its dramatic mountain scenery, access to wilderness, and its unique cultural heritage.