For leisurely day hikes and more challenging multi-day treks, the ,square-mile Yukon delivers. The most iconic route is the mile-long Chilkoot Trail where the most dedicated of walkers can follow in the footsteps of thousands of Gold Rush stampeders as they work their way through the Coast Mountains that lead from the Alaskan ghost town of Dyea to Bennett in British Columbia. A designated national historic site, this historical and gruelling journey takes around three to five days and assures sightings of boat skeletons, wagons, tram wheels, rusty stoves, and even shoes - all of which are the untouched remains of Chilkoot pioneers.
Equally impressive are the Montana Mountain Trail for is old mining ruins and full-day climbs into the alpine landscape, the Angelcomb Peak Trail for its great views up the East Blackstone River, and the Nares Mountain Trail for its wind-scoured slopes and stunning vistas.
For first-timers or those who fancy something less demanding , the easy-to-navigate Fish Lake Trail close to Whitehorse offers grassy hills, spring flowers, a cold alpine lake, and dazzling views. For feel-fabulous bathing, these historic and therapeutic hot springs discovered several centuries ago by the First Nations People are just minutes from downtown Whitehorse. Since the Fifties, the pool made from wood and canvas has been replaced and developed into two connecting pools; the 1.
The springs also host a number of themed events throughout the year, including mums-go-free on Mother's Day - and the same for dads on Father's Day.
Whilst this stunning light show is visible across the territory on a clear night, the best viewing spots for amateur stargazers and astronomy buffs are either outside the town of Whitehorse or at the Northern Lights Space and Science Centre on Watson Lake. The Yukon is widely known for its world-class and often gnarly trails, all of which are worth pedalling for.
One of the best cycle routes is the Highlights along the way include Bennett Lake, Tin Cup, and Wayne's World - the trail named after long-time Carcross resident and mountain bike trailblazer Wayne Roberts. The journey takes between three to six hours and is best suited for strong cyclists. Allocate half-a-day to ride this moderately- challenging trail that starts at Jackson Gulch Trailhead on Molison Drive in Dawson City and ends at Soda Station - an old box car used for storing mining supplies.
Choose from tried-and-tested waterways such as the Teslin, Big Salmon or Yukon River - or wade through the fast-flowing waters or rapids of the more exhilarating Snake, Bonnet Plume, Wind, Alsek and Tatshenshini.
Here you can marvel at the Jewel of the Yukon - a glistening expanse with intense blue-green hues created by sunlight reflecting off a white layer of marl calcium carbonate clay on the bottom of the lakebed.
Just 25 minutes from downtown Whitehorse, this acre conservation area is home to 11 species of northern mammals in their natural habitat. Expect to see woodland caribou, elk, mountain goat, Yukon moose, mule deer, muskox, thinhorn sheep, red and Arctic foxes, lynx, and a baby moose. Aside from marvelling at the wildlife roaming freeing over low-lying flatlands, wetlands, rolling hills and steep cliffs, you may even get lucky and hit feeding time at one or more of the enclosures.
In , prospectors found gold in a creek near Dawson city. When news got out, over , prospectors rused there. This event swiftly became known as the Klondike Gold Rush. Send us an enquiry or talk to one of our Canada Travel Specialists for help in planning your Yukon adventure.
Browse all Yukon holidays. We use cookies to provide the best experience on this website. See our cookie policy or continue to use the site if you're happy with this. Destination Specialist. Read on for a host of facts that you may not have known about the Yukon… 1. Sweeping shorelines… The Yukon has kilometres of beautiful shoreline… 3.
Welcome to Whitehorse! Of all the 37, people living in the Yukon, 29, can be found in the capital of Whitehorse. Witness the longest paddling race in the world Every summer, canoers and kayakers race through the rapids of the Yukon River Quest.
Elias Icefields contain the most glaciers in the world, totalling over 2, The raven is the official Yukon bird Ravens can talk and sing with an ability to make more than vocalizations. Mount Logan is 5,m high This peak is the second tallest in all of North America. Home to one of the longest river in Canada The Yukon River is a whopping 3,km long. Moose outnumber people in the Yukon There are around 70, moose in the territory and about 40, people.
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