Skagway To Denver Round Trip
Skagway To Denver Round Trip
An unforgettable experience!
Begin your adventure by boarding the WP&YR in Skagway, for a 6-mile train trip to the Denver trailhead. Upon arrival at the trailhead you will detrain for a self guided walking tour to view Denver Glacier. The trail winds its way through a lush forest along the rushing East Fork of the Skagway River. As hikers distance themselves from the train tracks, they enter a world of dense vegetation that filters light to the forest floor, creating a soothing environment enveloped by silence.
The trail continues to wind through a beautiful old growth Western Hemlock forest, thick with an amazing array of mushrooms, climbing past the splendid Denver Falls, to the upper end of the valley. There hikers are greeted with stunning views of Denver Glacier’s hanging blue ice and the surrounding Sawtooth Mountains. Upon returning to the tracks you will re-board our train and return to Skagway.
We recommend this hike only for those who are in at least fair physical condition. This is a wilderness hike over uneven and sometimes difficult terrain. Hikers should wear a lightweight, long sleeve shirt or a sweater as temperatures can range between 55 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightweight hiking boots or shoes with some ankle support are recommended.
April 30 – September 30, 2026
ADVANCED PURCHASE REQUIRED!
Space is EXTREMELY limited on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Please consult our Reservations Office by calling 1-800-343-7373 for available dates.
No animals are permitted for day or overnight hiking excursions including those with reservations at the Forest Service Cabin rental.
Skagway to Denver Round Trip
Depart Skagway at 7:40 AM** / Denver Pickup at 11:20 AM
Depart Skagway at 12:40 PM** / Denver Pickup at 4:30 PM; Train returns to Skagway at 5:00PM
ALL TIMES LISTED ARE ALASKA TIME (RAIL TIME)
AM Hiking Departures Only: April 30; May 7,9; September 19, 20
No Hiker Service: May 2-4; September 26-27
Round Trip Service
Pick ups are made only at the times & locations listed in the Schedule
**Departures from Skagway at 7:40 AM and 12:40 PM require .5 mile bus transfer to train departure. Allow time to clear US Customs upon return.
All pricing in USD.
Monday-Friday
7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Alaska Time
For passengers arriving via cruise ship, this tour is available from your ship’s Shore Excursion Department. By booking through the cruise line, you will be able to take advantage of the dockside service and board the train on the pier alongside your ship. Contact your cruise line’s Shore Excursion Department for more details.
White Pass will assess a $10.00 penalty per person on a paid reservation if the reservation is cancelled for any reason.
- A cancellation may be made up to 24 hours prior to departure to receive a refund (minus penalty).
- If a cancellation is made within 24 hours of departure time, guest forfeits all rights to a refund.
- Please call 1-800-343-7373 to speak with the reservation office to cancel or alter a reservation.
