Gold Creek Salmon Bake Tour

4.6

25 reviews

Excursion Overview

All-You-Can-Eat Gold Creek Salmon Bake

The Salmon Bake is the Alaskan version of the All-American Barbecue and since 1978 our Salmon Bake has been grilling up nothing but perfection! This all-you-can-eat buffet includes the signature Alderwood-grilled wild salmon, BBQ ribs, Chilkoot baked beans, Tongass wild rice pilaf, fresh clam chowder, and a selection of side dishes and salads. Don't forget to save room for not only the homemade blueberry cake but also the fresh S'mores by the fire!

Hike up the short trail up to the gorgeous Salmon Creek Falls and the entrance of the famous Wagner Mine. Take in the breathtaking scenery of Gold Creek circling around the Salmon Bake, and if you're lucky you may even see some salmon swimming upstream. Don't forget to take some pictures with the interactive gold rush mural!

The food, ambiance, live music, and activities make our Salmon Bake much more than a meal. It's a full experience you aren't sure to forget!

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

Roundtrip transportation from the cruise ship terminal
All-you-can-eat buffet (Beer and wine are available for purchase)

Requirements:

There are no additional requirements for this excursion.

Duration: 1.5-2 hours (Roundtrip from the cruise ship terminal.)

30 minutes - transfer to the salmon bake
1 hour - at the salmon bake
30 minutes - transport to the cruise ship terminal*
*The return buses depart back to the pier every 15-20 minutes

Meeting Instructions:

This tour meets in front of the Goldbelt Mt. Robert's Tramway building. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

This tour is limited mobility and wheelchair accessible. The large dining area at the salmon bake has plenty of room for wheelchairs to maneuver. Limited storage is available for collapsible wheelchairs and motorized scooters. Equipment would need to be broken down and able to fit through the bus door and be light enough to be lifted onto the bus. For guests confined to a wheelchair, please leave a comment and we can check on the availability of an ADA-compliant vehicle. Please leave a comment during checkout if you need specialized transportation for motorized equipment that will be required on tour. If the operator is unaware beforehand of necessary accommodations, they may not be able to accommodate guests the day of.

Refund Policy:

You may cancel for any reason up to seven (7) days prior to the date of the tour for a full refund.
Please see our Refund Policy Page for complete details.

Frequently Asked Questions

-Full Menu-
Clam Chowder (served upon arrival)
Coleslaw
Salmon Caesar Salad
Beet Salad
Pickles and Olives
Baked Beans with Reindeer Sausage
Au Gratin Potatoes
Pasta Salad
Corn Bread
Blueberry Cake
Alder Smoked Sockeye Salmon
BBQ Ribs
Roasted Marshmallows
Water, Lemonade, Coffee, Tea, Apple Cider
Beer, Wine, & Soda (for purchase)

Gluten Free Items:
Clam Chowder
Cole Slaw
Salmon Caesar Salad
Beet Salad
Pickles and Olives
Baked Beans with Reindeer Sausage
Steamed White Rice*
Au Gratin Potatoes
Alder Smoked Salmon
Roasted Marshmallows

Vegetarian Items:
Cole Slaw
Caesar Salad*
Beet Salad
Pickles and Olives
Baked Beans*
Steamed White Rice*
Corn Bread
Blueberry Cake

Please note that anything with an asterisk needs to be requested at least 72 hours in advance in order to ensure it's available. If you would like to request any of these items, please leave us a comment at checkout.

Definitely, arrangements of tours for groups or large families are possible. Please contact us with your group requirements.

All tours that cancel because of weather will be fully refunded with no fees or penalties.

All tours pick up either at your cruise ship or within a short walking distance of your cruise ship unless otherwise noted. When you purchase your excursion, your ticket will be sent to you via email with detailed meeting instructions and emergency contact information. If you have any questions relating to a specific excursion, please contact the tour operator listed on your ticket.

This will vary from port to port. Most excursions meet you either in front of your cruise ship or within a maximum 5-10 minute walk from your ship unless otherwise noted. All pertinent directions and details will be listed on your ticket.

We guarantee that your tour will return on time. If you were to miss your cruise ship because the tour did not return on time, we will comp your hotel, food, and flight costs associated with meeting your cruise ship the next day. We have never had a passenger miss their ship.

Yes. All tours pick up from the main cruise ship terminal and include round-trip transportation.

Guest Reviews

4.6

25 total

Jeffrey R

On Aug 2025

We really enjoyed our time here. We ended up driving ourselves from the Mendenhall Glacier and there was only about 15 other people there the whole time which was nice. Salmon was very good, other food was ok (not bad but not great). They had a nice little path to a waterfall, we watched salmon swimming up stream and they even have a very small place to pan for gold which the kids loved. It looks like it can get super crowded which may of changed our experience but we really enjoyed it. It is also in a somewhat 'busy' areas for Alaska but you feel like you are in the middle of the woods. Was pricey but do not regret it.

Sharon P

On Aug 2025

Really good experience. Lots of food. The ribs were our favorite!

Jessica T

On Aug 2025

We enjoyed the food at the Salmon bake; however, there is a giant condo / apartment complex that was right next door which impacted the overall ambiance.

STEVEN S

On Jul 2025

Nice area within a rain forest setting. Food was average for the cost. Did see many salmon in the stream and a picturesque waterfall.

Deborah S

On Jul 2025

Excellent location, food and the musician playing that day was brilliant. We loved the chance to roast marshmallows.

$79.00

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$79.00

Duration: 1.5-2 hours

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Duration: 1.5-2 hours

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Adult (13+): $79.00

Child (4-12): $55.00

Infant (3 and under): $0.00

Gold Creek Salmon Bake Tour

Excursion Overview

All-You-Can-Eat Gold Creek Salmon Bake