Historical Walking Tour of Abandoned Gold Rush Era City with AR

Overview

The Treadwell mine collapse of 1917 ended an era of gold and industry in Alaska. Today, the preserved ruins of this massive site sit quietly among the trees. While the forest has grown in around it, the foundations, machinery, and stories still remain. This guided walking tour takes you through the original streets of Treadwell, past towering ruins, old mine shafts, and up to the edge of the 1917 cave-in. Along the way, carefully placed immersive media scenes help bring key moments of history to life right where they happened. The tour spans 2–3 miles of scenic walking trails, showcasing a century-old industrial footprint that few visitors ever see. Along the way, your guide shares stories of the people who both built and lost this remarkable place.

Itinerary

1. Treadwell Historic Mine Trail

   We take guests on a guided tour through the largest set of preserved Gold Rush era ruins in SE while telling the story of the rise and fall of Treadwell, the city that brought Juneau into the modern age. Guests are provided with an iPad (with harness) that has a custom application that allows them to see full scale augmented reality models that show the size, scope, and lives of Treadwell's original residents.

   · 2 h· Admission included

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

We will meet you at the tour site and will be driving a large black Mercedes Van with the Treadwell logo on the side. If we pick you up at a cruise ship or hotel, please gather near the Shore Excursion or front desk area and we will pick you up in the van described above and we will have a sign with the Treadwell logo on it.

How to use your ticket

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Guests will need to be able to walk roughly two miles. The trail is flat and well maintained.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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