Gold Dredge 8

Step into Alaska’s gold rush history with a ride on a replica Tanana Valley Railroad narrow-gauge train to the historic Gold Dredge 8, located near Fairbanks. This ladder-style dredge, operational from 1928 to 1959, extracted millions of ounces of gold and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors can explore the dredge’s massive structure and learn the techniques of gold panning, even keeping any gold they find. The experience offers a tangible connection to the region’s rich mining heritage.