• Stampeders Hiking the Golden Stair case with heavy packs

    Klondike Gold Rush

    National Historical Park Alaska

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  • Chilkoot Trail Bridge Out

    A bridge, south of Canyon City 6 1/2 miles from the Chilkoot US trail head has collapsed under heavy snow load and is out until further notice. Hikers should be prepared to wade through a boggy section, and water may be knee or wa

Volunteer

Volunteer In Parks Campground Host Position Available at Klondike Gold Rush NHP!

Spend the summer is beautiful Dyea, Alaska at the trailhead of the Chilkoot Trail! For more information on the Campground Host position at Klondike Gold Rush NHP see the position description listed below.

Position Description

To apply please send a resume and cover letter to:

Klondike Gold Rush NHP
Campground Host Program
PO Box 517
Skagway, AK 99840

or e-mail us

GET INVOLVED!

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Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park also offers great oppurtunities to get involved. Contact park Volunteer Coordinator at:

Klondike Gold Rush NHP
Attn: Volunteer Coordinator
PO Box 517
Skagway, AK 99840
907-983-2921

Did You Know?

Univ. of Washington historic photo: Several men stand near a canvas tent with various camp objects on the ground around them

During the height of the Klondike Gold Rush, Finnegan's Camp on the Chilkoot Trail was a tent city. There were saloons, restaurants and hotels all housed in tents.