Skagway Scooter Gold Rush Adventure

5.0

17 reviews

Excursion Overview

Awaken your sense of adventure while exploring the great outdoors by scooter!

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Skagway, nestled in a narrow glaciated valley at the head of the Taiya Inlet in Alaska. Surrounded by towering mountains and pristine wilderness, this stunning town is home to an incredible array of wildlife, including moose, bears, wolves, foxes, mountain goats, bald eagles, and golden eagles. Skagway offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and adventure, making it one of the most picturesque destinations in the world.

During the summer months, exploring the great outdoors on scooters is an exciting and easy way to experience the magic of Alaska. Before embarking on your adventure, your tour guide will provide a hands-on riding lesson to ensure everyone feels comfortable and confident riding their Honda Ruckus scooter. Whether you're a first-time rider or an experienced enthusiast, this thrilling ride will awaken your sense of adventure and let your inner child come to life!

This 19-mile guided scooter trip takes you to some of Skagway’s most iconic landmarks, including Lower Reid Falls, the Gold Rush Cemetery, and the head of the historic Chilkoot Trail. Along the way, your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories and facts, offering plenty of opportunities to ask questions and learn more about the area's rich history and stunning landscapes. Don't miss this unforgettable Alaskan experience!

Though prior experience isn't necessary, we encourage guests to realistically assess their ability to learn and confidently operate a scooter.. Guests will operate scooters on public roads throughout the tour. The route includes approximately ½ mile on a paved road through town, followed by a gravel road. While other vehicles may be encountered, guides maintain a leisurely pace and pull over whenever necessary to allow traffic to pass safely.

This tour is typically available from May through September. Our excursions were designed for cruise ship passengers but are available to everyone.

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

Knowledgeable guide
Helmets, gloves, Honda Ruckus scooter (with hands-on riding lesson)

Requirements:

Minimum of 2 passengers is required to book.
You must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license to participate in this tour.
All guests must successfully complete the pre-tour riding lesson and demonstrate safe control of the scooter before participating. Guests who do not pass the riding assessment will not be permitted to join the tour. Only the guest who does not pass the riding assessment will receive a refund; the remainder of the group may continue with the tour.
The maximum weight is 350 lbs.
You are required to wear a helmet which will be provided by your tour guide
Signed liability waiver
Guests are encouraged to dress in layers, as Skagway weather can be unpredictable and the tour operates rain or shine. Recommended items include long pants, closed-toe shoes, a light rain jacket or windbreaker, gloves, sunglasses, and a small backpack.

Duration: Approximately 3 hours (roundtrip from downtown Skagway near the cruise ship docks)

Guests will operate scooters on public roads throughout the tour. The route includes approximately ½ mile on a paved road through town, followed by a gravel road. While other vehicles may be encountered, guides maintain a leisurely pace and pull over whenever necessary to allow traffic to pass safely.
5-10 minutes - meet at local office and take a shuttle to Jewell Gardens
15 minutes - gear up and scooter demo/practice
2.5 hours - guided scooter trip to Skagway's city overlook, traverse a dirt/gravel road to Naku Bay scenic overlook, continue to Dyea overlook and a stop at the Chilkoot Trailhead (with outhouse), return to town
5-10 minutes - gear down and shuttle back to town

Meeting Instructions:

This tour meets at the corner of Broadway and 3rd Avenue in downtown Skagway, a short walk from the cruise ship terminal. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

This tour is not wheelchair or limited mobility accessible.
- Fully Wheelchair Accessible: No
- Limited Mobility Accessible: No
- Stroller Accessible: No
- Collapsible Wheelchair & Stroller Storage Available: No

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

This tour has a maximum capacity of 8 passengers. If you have a larger group, please email us at [email protected] to see if accommodations can be made for your group.

This is not a problem! The tour provider will ensure that everyone feels comfortable and confident before starting your adventure. Your tour guide/instructor will help you learn the ropes. Most guests find that they get the hang of it within a couple minutes of starting the tour.

No. Each scooter is designed for a single rider, so each guest must rent their own scooter. Guests who are new to riding or have concerns about operating a scooter can feel at ease, every tour includes a complimentary riding lesson to ensure everyone is comfortable and confident before departing. Children are not permitted to ride as passengers.

Before the tour begins, each guest completes a brief riding lesson in a parking lot, including riding a loop to demonstrate basic scooter control. If a guest is unable to safely complete the riding assessment or demonstrates insufficient control of the scooter, they will not be permitted to participate in the tour. In this case, only the guest who does not pass the riding assessment will receive a refund. The remainder of the group may continue with the tour as planned.

You will be riding a Honda Ruckus scooter.

This tour runs rain or shine. We recommend bringing a warm, windproof jacket and a pair of thick gloves. If you do not have gloves, there is extra gear at the tour provider's office that you may borrow.

Yes, there will be plenty of restroom stops along the way.

We recommend bringing a warm, windproof jacket, a pair of thick gloves, closed-toe shoes, a rain jacket, and sunglasses.

For more detailed packing tips for your Alaskan vacation, check out our What to Pack for Your Alaskan Cruise guide.

This tour requires a minimum of 2 guests to operate. Please contact our team to see if our local tour provider can accommodate your request to book as a solo guest.

Yes. This tour takes place on public roads. The route begins with approximately ½ mile on a paved road through town (35 mph speed limit) before continuing on a scenic gravel road (25 mph speed limit). Tours travel at a relaxed pace of approximately 15–20 mph, and guides pull over as needed to allow other vehicles to pass safely. Guests may encounter light traffic, including other tour vehicles.

Guest Reviews

5.0

17 total

Thomas G

On Jul 2026

This tour was 10/10. Carl was a great guide and balanced moving things along to see every spot but also taking the time to talk about each stop, history of Skagway, and photo opps. Would highly recommend to anyone comfortable on a motorcycle-like vehicle who likes a little adventure and wind.

Alicia R

On Jul 2026

This was my favorite excursion of the week. Morgan and Carl picked us up at our meeting spot. Since it was just my husband and I on the tour, we got to chat quite a bit with both of them about Skagway and their time here. Carl was a great guide throughout the tour giving us the history at our various stops. He was even kind enough to offer to take pictures of us so we didn't just have selfies. I had never ridden a scooter before, and was comfortable after a couple laps around the driveway. The tour goes at your pace so no need to worry about going fast. The scenery was breathtaking! A great way to see some beautiful Alaska without being around hordes of tourists. I highly recommend!

David C

On Jun 2026

We had such a fun time on this tour. The scooters were a unique way to explore the area. It was a great mix of beautiful scenery, local history, and just plain fun. This was a memorable excursion and a great way to see Skagway and Dyea. We would definitely recommend it.

Heather M

On Jun 2026

Great small group experience. Historically informative and beautiful scenery. Very fun day. Recommend!

Aubrey W

On May 2026

AWESOME! Such a unique way to see Skagway and loved it was done by a local so you weren't just seeing the tourist areas.

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Skagway Scooter Gold Rush Adventure

Excursion Overview

Awaken your sense of adventure while exploring the great outdoors by scooter!