There’s something deeply American about the idea of staking a claim in the wilderness, and few places capture that spirit quite like Alaska. That dream of owning something raw, remote, and real still resonates, and Fay Ranches—led in the Pacific Northwest and Alaska by Troy Dana—has helped make that dream a reality for decades. With deep experience across Washington and Alaska, Troy brings a special blend of frontier expertise and brokerage insight to the table, shaped by a life spent navigating rivers, coastlines, and complex land transactions.
Before his real estate career, Troy was a licensed tugboat captain operating on the Yukon River and coastal Alaska, from the Arctic Ocean to Prince William Sound. That firsthand connection to the land and water gives him a rare perspective few brokers can match.
White River Gold Mine – Yakutat, Alaska, 11,320+ Claim Acres, Price: $150,000,000
Now, as the Designated Broker for Fay Ranches in Washington and Alaska, Troy specializes in natural resource properties, conservation land, lodges, and recreational properties that combine wild beauty with investment value. His work helps bring the untamed promise of Alaska to the lower 48 states, introducing clients to listings that range from luxury estates with pristine fly fishing waters to off-grid sites with documented gold discoveries.
Hidden Inlet Lodge – Ketchikan, Alaska, 23+ Acres, Accessible only by floatplane, Price: $2,975,000
Navigating remote Alaska takes more than a good map—it requires local knowledge, real-world experience, and a network built on trust. Fay Ranches excels at that because professionals like Troy know what to look for: terrain with potential, access to waterways, and the kind of peaceful seclusion that comes with owning a piece of the Last Frontier. The lifestyle they live—hunting, fishing, exploring—mirrors the one they help their clients find. That shared understanding makes all the difference when choosing land that speaks to both heart and portfolio.
Passage Island & Coal Cove – Seldovia, Alaska, 124+ Acres, Price: $3,395,000
With Troy Dana guiding operations in Washington and Alaska, Fay Ranches continues to bridge the wild promise of the North with the aspirations of buyers nationwide. Their listings are curated, their guidance tailored, and their reach impressive—especially in unique, rugged markets like Alaska. Fay Ranches is a great place to start if you’re curious about owning land in Alaska, especially with a little gold in the mix. You can browse listings at fayranches.com or talk directly with Troy Dana to help answer any questions about the opportunity of a lifetime. For anyone ready to turn that curiosity into something real, Alaska might be calling.