Experience of bit of Alaska's gold-panning heritage on this self-guided tour from Anchorage. This tour is designed for the independent traveler, as you'll ride the Turnagain Arm Shuttle on your own from Anchorage to the Indian Valley Mine, listed on the US National Register of Historic Places. Upon arrival, learn how to pan for gold from an on-site guide. Then return to Anchorage when you wish.
- Travel between Anchorage and the Indian Valley Mine with provided round-trip transport on the Turnagain Arm Shuttle
- Meet a local guide when you arrive at the mine
- Admission to the mine and one paydirt bucket are excluded
- Enjoy the flexibility of an independent tour without having to wait on others in a tour group
What To Expect
Alaska’s Finest Tours & Cruises – Tours
Take a drive down the Seward Highway on the Turnagain Arm Shuttle to Gold Pan
• Admission Ticket Free
Seward Highway
Take a drive down the Seward Highway on the Turnagain Arm Shuttle to Gold Pan
• Admission Ticket Free
Turnagain Arm Drive
On the way down to the Indian Valley Mine you will be traveling down Alaska’s most scenic highway known as Turnagain Arm. You will make a stop at Beluga Point, Turnagain Gallery and then on to the Indian Valley Mine where you can try your luck for Gold.
• Admission Ticket Free
Beluga Point
Photo spot
• Admission Ticket Free
Turnagain Gallery
On the way down to the Indian Valley Mine you will be traveling down Alaska’s most scenic highway known as Turnagain Arm. You will make a stop at Beluga Point, Turnagain Gallery and then on to the Indian Valley Mine where you can try your luck for Gold.
• Admission Ticket Free
Indian Valley Mine, National Historic Site
You may want to take some of the scenic walks found around Indian Valley Mine. When you are ready to continue on simply board the hourly shuttle from the Indian Valley Mine back to Anchorage. The return journey back to Anchorage is simple allow us to arrange your shuttle back to Anchorage. It’s that easy.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Turnagain Arm Shuttle is a hop on hop shuttle. Please be aware that seats are guaranteed on the outbound and hop on hop off on the return.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Max group – 8
