Landmark
Bonanza Creek
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Bonanza Creek is the legendary stream where gold was first discovered in August 1896, igniting the Klondike Gold Rush. Today, visitors can explore the creek's historic gravel beds, try their hand at gold panning at designated sites, and view interpretive signs that recount the feverish days of stampeders. The surrounding landscape still bears scars of hydraulic mining, offering a tangible connection to the past. It's a must-see for anyone wanting to understand the region's transformative history.
Don't miss
- Pan for gold at the Bonanza Creek Discovery Claim
- Walk the historic creek bed and see remnants of mining operations
- Read interpretive panels detailing the 1896 discovery
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Bonanza Creek
You can see Bonanza Creek on your own. A tour is worth it for the story behind it, for transport, or for combining nearby sights into one day.
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