Gold Creek Salmon Bake
An all-you-can-eat outdoor salmon cookout beside Salmon Creek, with a short walk to a waterfall and gold panning. Transport from downtown is included.
By Greg Peters, editor · Updated October 2026
An all-you-can-eat outdoor salmon cookout beside Salmon Creek, with a short walk to a waterfall and gold panning. Transport from downtown is included.
On the menu
- Alder-roasted wild salmon
- Walk to Salmon Creek waterfall and old Wagner Mine site
- Gold panning
- Live folk music and marshmallows
- Covered, heated tents
Facts checked October 18, 2026 with alaska.org, alaskatrippers.com. Hours and prices change, so confirm before you go.
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