Gold Dredge No. 8 Gold Mining Tour

Learn about Fairbanks's colorful gold history, and pan for gold like the miners of old.

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Starting at:
$72 / per person

Duration:
2 hours

Departure time:
10:30am and 1:45pm

Dates:
May 25 - August 31, 2026

Child rate:
$50

Child age:
3 to 12 years old

Tour overview:
This tour from Fairbanks begins with an up-close view of the Trans Alaska pipeline and informational displays about the pipeline. Continue with a ride on a replica of the Tanana Valley Railroad through some of the gold fields of the Interior. Once aboard the train, the conductor and commentators provide lively commentary about the history of gold mining in Alaska. The train ride takes you to your adventure at Gold Dredge 8, where you will see firsthand how the dredge worked the gold fields. Once the train arrives at the camp, receive a brief but informative narrated program about gold mining, and then try gold panning for yourself. You WILL find gold- it’s guaranteed! After you pan your gold, explore the dredge in detail and feel Alaska Gold Rush history come alive! This tour is exciting and entertaining for the whole family.

Note: transportation to/from Fairbanks is not included.

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What's Included:

Guided tour of Gold Dredge No. 8
Gold panning
All taxes and fees

What's Not Included:

Transportation from/to Fairbanks is not included and not available. If you do not have your own transportation you will need to arrange taxi transfers (approximately $60 one way).

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We had an awesome trip the whole time - from snowboarding to snowmobiling in Alyeska Resort, northern lights hunting in Fairbanks and Chena Hot Springs. And the food was great!! It was a fun, excellent itinerary and we couldn't be happier for the experience. Will definitely go back and we highly recommend... Read more

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