easy
2–3 hours
Open to all fitness levels; no special physical condition required
Discover the rugged charm of Alaska with a homestead tour and hands-on gold panning. An authentic frontier experience that's perfect for all ages.
Take a walk with us to see animals, tractors & views.Try your hand panning for real ALASKA GOLD!
Experience the charm of our ranch on a guided tour perfect for all ages. Explore the history, meet our horses, and enjoy breathtaking views from Hummers. Discover wildlife, learn about farming equipment, and even pan for gold with the Legendary Prospector Wick Sunderland. A memorable adventure awaits, rain or shine!
This is a perfect tour for any age! Take a walk around our ranch learning about the history of our farm. Walk will be catered to the comfort and ability of our walking guests. This tour begins at the original ranch where you will meet our horses and see the barn milled from our own trees. Our ranch is quite spread out, so we will ride in the tour Hummers to cover the distance of the ranch. You will see our pastures where cattle are grazing and horses play. Ride up to the big fields where views will stretch for miles in every direction. See our zipline course and get some incredible pictures while you walk through the gardens and cut flowers. Enjoy learning about our equipment and tractors while you tour through the working part of our shops and barns. Guest’s may see wildlife such as eagles, cranes, porcupines or moose. Guides are knowledgeable of the vegetation in the area as well and the peaks around us. Meet the Legendary Prospector Wick Sunderland and learn to pan for Placer Gold. We will meet finish the tour at the welcome center where you may also purchase a coffee or a snack. This tour is 1.5 hours long.
Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for AK weather. This is a rain or shine tour.
Wear layered clothing and waterproof gear to stay comfortable rain or shine.
Capture the stunning scenery and your gold-panning moments.
Hiking boots or closed-toe shoes are best for navigating the ranch terrain.
Arriving in the morning maximizes your time and experience.
The ranch has been part of local Alaskan heritage since the early 1900s, originally serving as a gold mining camp and homestead.
Efforts are made to preserve local wildlife habitats and promote eco-friendly tourism practices.
Layered clothing and waterproof gear ensure comfort in varying weather conditions.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Good hiking shoes or boots help navigate ranch terrain safely.
Capture memories of your gold panning and ranch visit.
Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses protect against strong sun.
summer|spring|fall specific