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NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush.

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OVERVIEW

About Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

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.

WITHIN A DAY'S DRIVE

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Driving times from Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.

WHEN TO GO

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
THINGS TO DO

Activities

Guided ToursLiving HistoryMuseum ExhibitsPark FilmSelf-Guided Tours - Walking
PLAN YOUR VISIT

Getting there

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

Directions →Official NPS page →

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do at Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park?
Popular activities include Guided Tours, Living History, Museum Exhibits, Park Film, Self-Guided Tours - Walking.
Which national parks are within a day's drive of Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park?
Within about a day's drive you can reach Wing Luke Museum Affiliated Area (2 min), Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve (1 h 39 min), Mount Rainier National Park (2 h 5 min), North Cascades National Park (2 h 35 min), Fort Vancouver National Historic Site (2 h 44 min), San Juan Island National Historical Park (3 h).