Olnes is a former mining supply village and railroad station located in the Fairbanks North Star Borough of Alaska. Once a bustling hub during the early 20th-century gold rush, it now stands abandoned, offering a glimpse into Alaska’s rich mining history. Below is detailed information about the town.
County: Fairbanks North Star Borough
Zip Code: Not available
Latitude / Longitude: Approximately 65°04′N, 147°44′W
Elevation: Not available
Time Zone: Alaska Standard Time (AKST) (UTC-9)
Established: 1904
Disestablished: 1925
Comments: Olnes was established as a mining supply village and served as a station on the Tanana Valley Railroad. The post office was first established in 1908 under the name “Olness,” discontinued in 1910, reestablished as “Olnes” in 1922, and finally discontinued in 1925.
Remains: The area is now largely overgrown, with few visible remnants of its past structures.
Current Status: Abandoned
Remarks: Olnes’ decline began as gold resources dwindled and residents moved to more prosperous areas. Today, it serves as a historical site, reflecting the transient nature of mining towns during Alaska’s gold rush era.
