National Historical Park

Klondike Gold Rush – Seattle Unit National Historical Park

Pacific Northwest

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About Klondike Gold Rush – Seattle Unit

Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory of Canada. Today, the park is your gateway to learn about the Klondike Gold Rush, explore the area's public lands, and engage with the local community.

From the National Park Service.

Region: Pacific Northwest
State: Washington
Designation: National Historical Park
Entrance fee: None listed

Trail data for this park is still being added.
Places for this park are still being added.

Know before you go

Fees, hours, weather and getting to Klondike Gold Rush – Seattle Unit.

Entrance fees

The National Park Service lists no entrance fee for this park.

Hours

Park Hours

Mon: Closed
Tue: Closed
Wed: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Thu: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Fri: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Sat: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Sun: 10:00AM - 5:00PM

The park is open Wednesday through Sunday 10 am to 5 pm.

Weather and when to go

Warm dry summers from mid-July through mid-Sept, all the rest of the year, mainly rainy and cool.

Getting there

The park and visitor center are located on the northwest corner of 2nd Ave South and South Jackson Street in the former Cadillac Hotel. The Pioneer Square neighborhood is serviced by several public transportation options. Visit your directions page for more information about parking.

Directions from the National Park Service

Contact the park

Address: 319 Second Ave S., Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: (206) 220-4240
Email: klse_ranger_activities@nps.gov
Official site: nps.gov/klse

From the National Park Service, checked weekly. Fees, hours and road conditions change: confirm with the park before you go.

Trip planner

A day-by-day plan for Klondike Gold Rush – Seattle Unit

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Things to do in Klondike Gold Rush – Seattle Unit

The park service's own list, with how long each takes.

Trails and Rails: Klondike Seattle

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Trail to Treasure Walking Tour

Self-Guided Tours - Walking · about 1 hour

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