Gold Panning & Salmon Bake
Strike it rich with guaranteed gold and a wild Alaskan feast!
Catch “gold fever” and experience what it was like to seek your fortune during Gold Rush days! Learn to pan for gold (and keep all you find!), and discover Juneau’s colorful mining heritage for yourself. Head out with a prospector/guide for a historical tour of Juneau en route to “Last Chance Basin”. Your prospector will show you how gold panning is done on the banks of Gold Creek, in a beautiful, secluded mountain setting.
Savor the aroma of wild Alaska salmon grilling over a fragrant alderwood fire—this sumptuous all-you-can-eat feast features our signature alderwood-grilled WILD Alaska salmon, Bonanza barbecue ribs, Chilkoot baked beans, Tongass wild-rice pilaf, hot chowder, a selection of sides, salads, beverages and homemade blueberry cake for dessert. Beer and wine are available for purchase.
The Experience
Experience the thrill of the Gold Rush and uncover Juneau’s rich mining history on this exciting gold panning tour, then savor Juneau’s favorite culinary tradition at Gold Creek Salmon Bake!
What's Included
- Escorted tour by prospector/guide from the dock
- Use of rain ponchos if needed during gold panning
- A souvenir gold claim deed
- All you can eat Salmon Bake
- Return transfer to the dock
- Costumed prospector/guide
What To Bring
- Layered, weatherproof clothing
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Camera
- Sunglasses & sunscreen
Tour Details
Good to Know
- Child rates apply to ages 12 & under.
- Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- Operates in most weather conditions—dress in warm layers.
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