The Klondike Gold Rush
1896 – 1899
Overview (1896–1899)
A sweeping introduction to the Klondike Gold Rush — its origins, scale, challenges, and historical importance.
Timeline of Major Events
A detailed chronological timeline of key events from discovery to decline.
Discovery at Bonanza Creek
How gold was first discovered at Bonanza Creek, triggering the Klondike Gold Rush.
The Journey North
The treacherous routes, physical challenges, and human costs faced by prospectors.
Life in Dawson City
Daily life at the boomtown epicenter — its struggles, triumphs, and eccentricities.
The End & Legacy
How the Klondike Gold Rush faded and the enduring legacies it left behind.
Economic & Social Impact
How the rush reshaped economics, demographics, and Indigenous communities.
Facts & Myths
Separating legend from reality: surprising facts and persistent myths.