Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park

National park Seattle, Washington, United States

What to expect

Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park is a national historical park that commemorates the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 1890s. The park comprises staging areas for the trek to the gold fields in Yukon and the routes leading in its direction. There are four units, including three in Alaska and a fourth in Seattle, Washington. Visitors can explore the historic downtown area, visit the visitor center, and take part in ranger-led or self-guided tours. The park also offers a junior ranger program for kids. The White Pass & Yukon Route Railway Broadway Depot and the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway Administration Building are notable landmarks within the park

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This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the museum and learned about Seattle's role in the Alaskan Gold Rush through exhibits, films, and a walking tour

Highlights: The kids loved becoming junior rangers and learning about the gold rush. They also enjoyed the films and the guided walking tour in Pioneer Square ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We spent some time exploring the park and learned about the history of the gold rush

Highlights: The kids enjoyed the Junior Ranger Activity Center and the exhibits in the museum. They also liked walking around the park ✨