Top 10 Outdoor Activities in Skagway, Alaska (AK)

October 14, 2021 Milan Banda

The Municipality and Borough of Skagway (/ˈskæɡweɪ/) is a first-class borough in Alaska on the Alaska Panhandle. As of the 2010 census, the population was 920. Estimates put the 2015 population at 1,057 people. The population doubles in the summer tourist season in order to deal with more than 900,000 visitors. Incorporated as a Borough on June 25, 2007, it was previously a city (urban Skagway located at 59°27′30″N 135°18′50″W / 59.45833°N 135.31389°W / 59.45833; -135.31389) in the Skagway-Yakutat-Angoon Census Area (now the Hoonah–Angoon Census Area).
Restaurants in Skagway

1. Upper Dewey Lake

near downtown Skagway, Skagway, AK http://www.nps.gov/klgo/planyourvisit/longerhikes.htm
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Upper Dewey Lake

2. Packer Expeditions - Day Tours

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Packer Expeditions - Day Tours

Packer Expeditions offers day hikes on wilderness trails not accessible by road, a sea kayak trip on a lake in British Columbia combined with a scenic ride on the White Pass and Yukon Route Railway, and guided and catered backpacking on the world famous Chilkoot Trail.

3. Alaska Excursions

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Alaska Excursions

Interact with Sled Dogs, Zip Line over glacially fed waterfalls, get up close and personal with the Davidson Glacier, or relax on a beautiful sunset Horseback Ride with us! We provide only the highest quality excursions to our guests in Skagway, Juneau and Glacier Point, Alaska!Our guests are very important to us! People visiting Southeast Alaska have numerous options available to them when choosing which excursions they will participate in while they are on vacation. When people choose one of our excursions, we are honored they would trust us to provide them with a positive, memorable experience, and we consider it a privilege to provide them with excellent service and a positive experience. This is just what we will do by providing them with the "E.X.C.U.R.S.I.O.N. of a lifetime". We all play a role in providing this whether we interact with a guest for only a minute or for hours. Join us this summer!

4. Skagway Float Tours

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Skagway Float Tours

Enjoy nature and rafting in Skagway with a Scenic River Float or Active Hike & Float on the Chilkoot Trail in Dyea, Alaska near Skagway. Get away from the crowds and out into nature!

5. Never Monday Charters

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Never Monday Charters

Things to Do in Skagway: Charter Fishing, Sightseeing / Wildlife Tours, Whale Watching Tours, Private Cruises, Boat Tours, Outdoor Activities, Private Tours, Tours and Activities, Adrenaline & Extreme Tours

6. Skagway Private Tours

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Skagway Private Tours

Join a born and raised Alaskan on a customized private tour of Skagway, White Pass and the Yukon. Your LOCAL guide will share the beauty and history of this majestic region and leave you feeling more connected to the land and community. Each tour is tailored to the interests of your small group. Break free from the cattle call. Experience Alaska through the eyes of a real local.

7. Trail of '98 Tours - Private Skagway Tours

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Trail of '98 Tours - Private Skagway Tours

Private Skagway Tours and Excursions with Trail of '98 Tours. Enjoy the comfort and privacy of your own van / mini-bus on you Skagway Alaska Private Tours. You have the owner/guide and private bus on your Skagway Alaska Private Excursions sightseeing tour. Follow the historic trail of the 1898 Gold Rush over White Pass Summit into Canada's Yukon Territory. Enjoy the majestic scenery and search for goats, bears, and other wildlife while travelling the Klondike, one of North America's most scenic highways en route to the historic town of Carcross. Options include a visit to a wildlife gallery museum with Iditarod dog musher camp, dog cart rides, gold panning, a stop for lunch, and even explore the world's smallest desert. Approximately 150 miles roundtrip for your Skagway Private Tour.

8. Beyond Skagway Tours - Private Tours

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Beyond Skagway Tours - Private Tours

We offer private, customized sightseeing tours for friends or family groups of 2-14 people. Your local and personal guide shares stories of the 1898 Klondike Gold Rush and their present day lives here in Skagway. Join us for sightseeing and adventurous fun for all ages! You may choose to add activities to your tour such as a visit to Michelle Phillip's dog mushing camp where you pet husky puppies or take a dog cart ride with Iditarod racing dogs, pan for gold from a lake or creek, cross the Yukon Suspension Bridge, an engaging scavenger hunt for the kids, take a hike and/or enjoy a wilderness picnic. Ask about our new escape room game experience with Skagway Alaska Escapes!

9. Ocean Raft Alaska

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Ocean Raft Alaska

Get ready for an intimate boating adventure through Lynn Canal, North America’s longest and deepest fjord! We will get extra-close to the shore while exploring hidden coves, waterfalls, beaches and abundant wildlife on this fun-filled, two-hour sightseeing tour. Your knowledgeable captains will make multiple stops for photo opportunities and wildlife sightings, while providing a colorful narrative throughout the tour. Keep your eyes open for whales, eagles, seals, sea lions, mt. goats and sea birds as we explore the rugged wilderness of this majestic fjord.

10. Skagway & Haines Excursions

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Skagway & Haines Excursions

Join professional mountain guides for an exciting rock climbing and rappelling adventure on the stunning granite walls of Alaska! Your adventure begins with an interpretive drive through historic Skagway and up into the majestic White Pass Gold Rush Route. A short hike through the temperate rainforest on an interpretive trail will bring you to the base of the spectacular rock face carved by retreating glaciers. Here you will gear up with rock climbing shoes, helmet and harness and then you're off to enjoy the incredible adventure! Choose between over a dozen climbing routes with each climb ending in an amazing view of the Skagway River and the surrounding wilderness. We will also have the opportunity to try an awesome 70 foot rappel!This adventure is perfect for those looking for a first climbing experience, or for experienced climbers. None of the climbing is mandatory, and everyone will enjoy the cliff side snack and breathtaking mountain views.

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