Before you board the train, enjoy a close up view of the TransAlaska pipeline and a presentation about the history and operation of the pipeline. Then take a seat aboard the narrow-gauge Tanana Valley Railroad and hear the conductor tell tales of prospectors who arrived by the thousands during the gold rush. The train ride takes you to Gold Dredge 8 where you will see first hand how the dredge worked the gold fields. Once the train arrives at the camp, local miners will give a brief but informative course in mining, and then you will try panning for yourself! You will find gold- we guarantee it!
Next, explore the dredge camp; wander through the attraction's Bunk House, Bath House and Dredgemaster's House as well as the Supply Center to view interpretive panels and exhibits in order to learn more about dredges, the daily life of the dredge crews, and the operations of the Fairbanks Exploration Company.enjoy complimentary Enjoy coffee and fresh-baked cookies in the gift shop as your gold is weighed. Hop aboard the train and return to the train station.
Other Tours in Fairbanks:
Barrow Expedition
Beaver Village Tour
Southbound Arctic Ocean Adventure
Northern Fairbanks Alaska & Arctic Circle Tour
Arctic Circle Driving Tour
Arctic Circle Fly/Drive Adventure
Arctic Circle Anaktuvuk Pass Adventure
Arctic Circle Native Culture Adventure
Historic Fairbanks Alaska City Tour
Fairbanks Riverboat Discovery Tour
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Wonderful people, comfortable cabins with a beautiful view! The location and facilities are great but my memories will center on the superb staff, they were very warm and helpful!
-Father Don- Cabin: #42
They provided a wonderful experience for our family. The day tours were AWESOME. We will try to do this every year!!
Levi G. from Bloomington, IN - May, 2009
Dear Karen,
I want to thank you and Denali Tours for a most successful trip to Alaska. During these 10 days I am sure we saw and experienced a great deal of true Alaska at its best. To top it all the pictures we took of the peak of Mt. McKinley in the early morning sunshine with blue skies and a reflection on Wonder Lake was breathtaking....Read More
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