In 2020, Skagway experienced the unthinkable due to COVID. Our entire economy came to a stand still! It was at that time, that I created this list of local businesses that could use some love and support. The list was created in an effort to help support the businesses, since our major source of revenue had been taken away with the cancellation of the cruise season. That cancellation continued into the following year before we had an abbreviated season in 2021 (with much lower passenger counts than we were accustomed to).

Fast forward to the 2022 season…we were finally gaining momentum. While passenger counts were still not full, it felt amazing to have people bustling about town again. In fact, for our personal business, it finally felt like our business was going to make it (after two false starts)!

If you are a fan of Alaska cruises, you have probably heard by now, that we have been plagued with an active rockslide that is diverting ships to other ports. And while it is certainly a disappointment to miss your stop in Skagway, it is definitely a blow to the tour companies and other small businesses in town. We essentially have 6 months to make all of our yearly income.

This is certainly not a new rock slide. It has been sliding since we got here in 2017. However, it has become increasingly more dangerous.

Businesses in town are still trying to get caught up from the last two years. So, I am publishing this list again. Maybe you were scheduled to visit Skagway and your ship got diverted. If that is the case, maybe you could shop online with one of these local businesses to show your support!

For those who are still able to visit Skagway, stop by one (or ALL) of these locally owned businesses to show your support! Click on the business names below to be taken to their websites!

Alaskan Fairytales - Alaskan totems, knives, artwork and more

Back Alley Rock Shop - Rocks, gems, and jewelry

Buckshot & Bobby Pins - Food and home goods

Corrington’s Alaska Ivory - Home goods, Alaska souvenirs, knives, art, jewelry, and food items

Duffs Back Country Outfitters - Gear needed for all Alaskans…souvenir shirts - contact for purchase

Gold Rush Gifts - Her Facebook page has some great new products added to the store. Contact for purchase.

Klondike Gift Supply - Alaskan made merchandise - jewelry, home goods, souvenirs

Klothes Rush - souvenir games, clothes, home goods

Off Your Beaten Bath Photography - photography prints from all over Alaska

Red Onion Saloon - Red Onion gear: hats, shirts, and more

Richters - Alaska souvenirs

Skagway Brewing Company - Skagway Brewing Company gear: hats, clothing, home goods

Skaguay News Depot & Books - book store

Sockeye Cycle - Sockeye Cycle merchandise: clothing

The Mountain Shop - Mountain Shop gear: clothing and disc golf supplies

White Pass & Yukon Route Train Shoppe - All things White Pass & Yukon Route train related: clothing, home goods, videos

We hope that you will help to support the Skagway community by buying a souvenir or two! Every little bit helps!

***Please note, this is not a comprehensive list of Skagway businesses. It was not my intent to leave any off of the list. This original list was compiled during the pandemic. Other business may be open now that were not open then!***