Linking Skagway with Yukon, The White Pass & Yukon Route climbs from sea level in Skagway to the Summit almost 3 000 feet above sea level reaching steep grades of almost 3.9%. Built in 1898 during the Klondike Gold Rush, the White Pass & Yukon Route is a marvel of engineering despite the harsh weather and challenging geography that thousands of workers faced during construction. Due to its rich history and beautiful scenery, The White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad offers an array of excursions including overnight train drives, as well as train drive and hike combinations.