Gold Rush Cemetery

In Skagway, USA, the Gold Rush Cemetery stands as the oldest and most accessible of the town’s three historic cemeteries. This small, undeveloped burial ground is the final resting place for a mix of hapless miners and colorful local figures. Among the notable interments is Jefferson “Soapy” Smith, an infamous Old West con artist known for his audacious schemes, including robbing his own customers. Visitors today can explore the cemetery, which offers a tangible connection to the area’s tumultuous gold rush era.