Skagway Adventure Hike
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
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Your adventure will begin with a guided driving town tour of Skagway and continue up the White Pass on the Klondike Highway. Along the way your guide will regale you with history about the Klondike Gold Rush and the natural history of the area.
From the trailhead you will spend the next 2 hours hiking through the beautiful alpine forest surrounded by the towering snow capped mountains of the White Pass.
Your naturalist guides will stop frequently along the way to share their knowledge about the native flora, fauna, and to describe the amazing glacial history of Alaska. Each group is outfitted with binoculars to maximize your opportunities to see up close the spectacular mountain and river scenery.
Midway through the hike you will be treated to a delicious snack at the final breathtaking overlook with incredible views of the Skagway valley, White Pass, and the Lynn Canal.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Guests should dress in layers.
Minimum of 4 guests required to operate
Recommended clothing: Stable, closed-toed shoes, layers for warmth, rain gear.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Guests will walk through the Tongass National Forest
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Trekking Poles
Gratuities
Options
Skagway Adventure Hike
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best hike ever!!!
B7534AVseanw,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I had an awesome time with Lara and Erin. We would recommend this hike to anyone who wants to see breathtaking views and experience the Alaska wilderness.
Chilkoot Hiking & Rafting Excursion! can’t miss!
David A,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jianna is a Legend! I couldn’t quite find the exact name of the excursion we booked but was a hike and rafting excursion, If you’re docking in Alaska and debating shore excursions, stop scrolling and book this one. Our small group of six had Jianna as our guide, and she single-handedly made the whole day feel like we’d lucked into the VIP wilderness experience. Jianna is the Swiss Army knife of guides: shuttle driver, hiking expert, history buff, raft rower, and plant-safety instructor all rolled into one ridiculously competent human. You can tell she actually loves this stuff—her passion is contagious, and her knowledge runs deep without ever feeling like a lecture. She kept a perfect eye on everyone’s pace and comfort, which was much appreciated when my legs started asking why we couldn’t just admire nature from the raft the whole time. The hike itself was solid. Lots of trees (shocking, I know 😉), but we also spotted a bald eagle, a sea lion, and an extremely photogenic red squirrel. Jianna kept us alive by pointing out which berries would ruin our vacation in creative ways. The only downside? You spend so much time watching your feet that the scenery sometimes feels like a background app. That’s where the rafting portion saved the day. Much easier to actually look up and soak in the views, snap decent pictures, and just enjoy floating through Alaska like it’s a giant nature documentary. The periodic history stops on the hike were a nice touch too—no one wants to raft past centuries of stories without context. Perfect group size, zero dull moments, and a guide who clearly knows her stuff inside and out. If you want to actually experience Alaska instead of just checking a box, this is the one. Jianna for president (of wilderness adventures). Highly recommend!
Zip Line Skagway fun
SCUBAgirl55,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did an adventure zip line with Celeste and Caden, not the adventure hike. For some reason the Trip Advisor app doesn’t work well with the iPhone 17. Anyway, Celeste and Caden were a lot of fun! They told us fun facts, some jokes and riddles, and we had lots of laughs. The zip line adventure starts off with some rope obstacles course, then you move on to the zip line fun. They offered hot chocolate and snacks after, while we waited for the van to take us back to town. Would recommend!
Great hike!
733sherriec,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful hike. It is straight up and rocky and muddy!! Our guides were great! Celeste and (sadly i went blank on her name) did a great job with our group and the hike!!
Thumbs up!
Y5070POcarriep,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jamie was an amazing tour guide. She was patient with all of our different hiking abilities. She was knowledgeable about the nature and history of Skagway. I would highly recommend.
Challenging hike, but worth every step!
59tammyw,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time! Tabby was such a knowledgeable guide. Safety & fun were her priorities. The views we breathtaking! We are very happy we chose this hike.
Perfect antidote to being boat-bound
Katie M,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great little hike! The steepness of the trail, both up and down, qualifies this as challenging and adventurous, but there are ropes to ease the way, and the reward is a beautiful view! I loved getting away from the noise and busy-ness of our cruise ship and into the beautiful, quiet forest for a while. Our guide, Evan, was super-friendly, fun and chill, and more than happy to adjust to our pace. Recommended!
Hiking with Jaycee
I3540WWjanf,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jaycee , was the absolute best!! We enjoyed her knowledge, energy. Kindness, and made this tour so so much fun!!! Not only did we see some amazing views , it was great to hike in this beautiful area.
Great hike and guides,...
Marco C,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great hike and guides, they take care of us!! Very nice views from above, we were a group of kids and adults! I recommend it!
Rainforest Adventure
LarryM1325,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We didn't know what to expect on this excursion from the cruise ship, but we had a memorable and fun experience thanks to our two ladies who guided us up and down the mountain. They were both friendly, helpful, and informative as we climbed up and then descended the path. The ropes were helpful on the steeper parts!
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Operated by Alaska Mountain Guides Adventures, inc. Chilkat Guides Ltd