Skagway Waterfall Tour: Small-group bus with Reid Falls hike

Four waterfall stops and a rain forest hike in one morning

A three-hour guided bus tour of Skagway's waterfall destinations in a small air-conditioned vehicle, with a local guide providing history and commentary at each stop. The itinerary includes Pitchfork Falls, Bridal Veil Falls (where you can place your hands under the water), International Falls, the Welcome to Alaska Sign, and a moderate half-mile hike through the Gold Rush Cemetery's temperate rain forest to Reid Falls on unpaved, uneven surfaces.

The Experience

The tour departs Skagway in a small bus and moves through the city's scenic overlook before heading to the waterfall destinations. You'll stop at Bridal Veil Falls, where the water is close enough to touch, and at Pitchfork Falls for photo opportunities from viewing platforms. The guide provides commentary on the history and geology of each site as you move between them, and you pass the Welcome to Alaska Sign along the way.

The hike to Reid Falls is the centerpiece: a half-mile round trip that climbs about 500 feet on uneven, unpaved surfaces through the rain forest. The National Park Service rates it as easy, though it does require moderate walking ability and comfort on uneven ground. If the terrain is not for you, you can stay with the bus and skip this leg—participation is optional.

An English-speaking local guide is with you throughout, and the air-conditioned vehicle means you're not walking between every stop. The whole experience is contained in one tour, so the logistics of getting to multiple waterfalls on your own is handled.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned small tour bus.
• live English-speaking guide with local knowledge and historical commentary.
• stops at Pitchfork Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, International Falls, the Welcome to Alaska Sign, and the Gold Rush Cemetery.
• optional half-mile hike to Reid Falls through temperate rain forest.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Tru North Enterprises, LLC DBA Southeast Tours

Is this one for you?This is a shared tour on a set schedule, so you move with the group and the guide sets the pace at each stop. Choose it if you want the waterfalls and the rain forest without arranging your own transport or researching which falls are worth the drive—the guide handles the route and the timing, and you show up ready to walk.

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Top questions

What is Bridal Veil Falls like when you get there?

Bridal Veil Falls is close enough that you can place your hands under the water. It's one of the main stops on the tour, with a viewing platform for photos.

How difficult is the hike to Reid Falls?

The hike to Reid Falls is a half-mile round trip with about a 500-foot elevation gain on unpaved and uneven surfaces. The National Park Service rates it as easy, but it does require moderate walking ability. Participation is optional—you can stay with the bus if you prefer.

How long does the whole tour take?

The tour runs three hours from start to finish, including all stops and the hike.

Is the bus accessible for wheelchairs?

Yes, the bus is wheelchair accessible. However, the hike to Reid Falls involves uneven surfaces and elevation gain, so that portion may not be suitable for all mobility levels.

What should I bring for this tour?

Bring a valid passport, as the tour travels near the U.S.-Canada border. Wear sturdy shoes for the unpaved hike and bring a camera for the waterfall viewing platforms. The bus is air-conditioned, so layers are useful if the weather changes.

Can I skip the Reid Falls hike and just stay on the bus?

Yes, the hike is optional. If you prefer not to participate, you can remain with the bus at the Gold Rush Cemetery while others hike to Reid Falls.