Historic Gold Panning Adventure & Salmon Bake

Earn OneKeyCash when you sign in and book an activity

Historic Gold Panning Adventure & Salmon Bake

By Alaska Travel Adventures Inc.

See tickets

Features

4h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation

Overview

Spend your day in Juneau port panning for gold and indulging in a fresh Alaskan salmon bake. After a brief city tour of Juneau, make your way with a guide up to Gold Creek and Last Chance Basin for an adventure in gold panning. When you’ve built up an appetite, head to a traditional all-you-can-eat salmon bake. Take a short stroll along a natural salmon-spawning creek to the entrance of the Wagner Mine at beautiful Salmon Creek Falls where you can pan for gold, see mining relics, and look for salmon. Have fun roasting marshmallows over a campfire and feel free to take photos at our interactive, gold rush mural. You’re also encouraged to visit the Trading Post to purchase a souvenir and other mementos.

Activity location

Last Chance Basin
- 99801, Juneau, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Mount Roberts Tramway
- 490 South Franklin Street
- 99801, Juneau, Alaska, United States

Check availability

Historic Gold Panning Adventure & Salmon Bake

4h
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 3:30 PM

Price details

NZ$247.57 x 1 AdultNZ$247.57

Total

What's included, what's not

Buffet and Hot & Cold Drinks
All necessary equipment
Transport
Guide
Service charge
Alcoholic Drinks
Souvenirs (available for purchase)

Know before you book

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers MUST provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Children 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate in the absence of a parent or guardian

Activity itinerary

Last Chance Basin

Head out with your prospector/guide for a historical tour of Juneau, including the state capitol. Then, turn up the road to Gold Creek and “Last Chance Basin,” where Joe Juneau and Richard Harris struck gold in 1880. In a beautiful, secluded setting near a waterfall alongside Gold Creek — only accessible for groups under our tour’s special permit — your prospector shows you how gold panning is really done. Then, it’s your turn, as you expertly work the pan with helpful tips and advice in the creek, or in the waist-high demonstration trough. People of all ages and mobility limitations can learn how to pan and capture the full gold-rush experience. You’re guaranteed to find gold, and all that glitters is yours to keep! See the remnants of the original buildings of the Alaska-Juneau Mining Company all around you. At the height of production, it was the largest operation of its type in the world. You’ll learn about the mining techniques used, and the quest for gold that is such a major part of Alaska’s history. Take home a souvenir Orelove Brothers Gold Claim Certificate, all the gold you find, and an appreciation of what it was like to seek your fortune in the wilds of Alaska more than a century ago.

Gold Creek Salmon Bake

1h
Admission ticket included

In a beautiful, secluded setting near a waterfall alongside Gold Creek — only accessible for groups under our tour’s special permit — your prospector shows you how gold panning is really done. Then, it’s your turn, as you expertly work the pan in the waters of Gold Creek, with helpful tips and advice from your prospector guide. People of all ages and mobility limitations can learn how to pan and capture the full gold-rush experience. You’re guaranteed to find gold, and all that glitters and souvenir Gold Claim Certificate is yours to keep! Gold-panning is hungry work, so you’re sure to have an appetite for what’s up next on your Juneau adventure. Featured on Bravo Television’s Top Chef, Gold Creek Salmon Bake is an event that’s been grilled to perfection for over 40 years. After a 20-minute scenic transfer, find yourself in a truly unique, lush rainforest environment under heated, translucent domes. Savour the aroma of wild Alaska salmon, grilling over a fragrant alder wood fire—the signature entrée of an all-you-can-eat adventure. The sumptuous spread has something for everyone. Choose from our signature grilled Alaskan salmon or Cheechako Chicken and enjoy a variety of Alaskan sides, and blueberry cake for dessert. Relax listening to live music or take a short stroll along a natural salmon-spawning creek to the entrance of the Wagner Mine at beautiful Salmon Creek Falls where you can pan for gold, see mining relics, and look for salmon. Have fun roasting marshmallows over a campfire and take photos at our interactive, gold rush mural. The food, entertainment, activities, and ambiance make Gold Creek Salmon Bake an Alaskan experience that is much more than a meal. Shuttle buses run regularly, so no need for you to rush, take your time and enjoy. You can stay until your tastes have been satisfied and you're filled with great memories!!

Location

Activity location

Last Chance Basin
- 99801, Juneau, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Mount Roberts Tramway
- 490 South Franklin Street
- 99801, Juneau, Alaska, United States

Best Deals on Things to Do

Experience the wonders of the world up close with great deals on things to do near and far. Expedia offers one-of-a-kind activities that allow you to explore Juneau your way. Whether you love nature, culture, food or a bit of adventure, we have the perfect activity for you.

Top experiences in Juneau

With so many activities in Juneau, planning the perfect day out may seem like a daunting task. Expedia is here to take the hassle out of finding the best attractions, tours and activities in Juneau. Families, couples and business travellers can all find the perfect activity in Juneau to create life-long memories with the help of Expedia.