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The grand Yukon RV road trip – 25 things you must know

Parks Canada campgrounds in Yukon are postcard awesome. Fox Lake, north of Whitehorse, is one of our personal favourites (photo: Brook James).

Last updated . 29 January 2020

It may be an adventurous road trip, but it doesn’t have to be a bumpy ride. Here, our Yukon expert, Steve Madgwick , shares his tips on how to make your Grand Yukon RV Road Trip a smooth one.

It’s astounding how much you learn on a 3000-kilometre road trip, driving an eight-metre long, three-metre high, 6.5 tonne RV on some of this planet’s most remote roads.

Alaska gets all the bucket-list love, but Canadian next-door neighbour Yukon shares the same latitude, same mountain ranges, same animals but with a personality all its own. In the summer months, the ‘larger than life’ history, cultures and huge horizons make for one of the best road trips on Earth. The Yukon’s scale and sheer remoteness can seem daunting at first, but don’t let that stop you. Please.

The one issue you will not have on a Yukon road trip is finding your own space (photo: Brook James).

After two weeks driving under the Midnight Sun (past the Arctic Circle), I reckon I am a pretty much an expert now. So here’s everything you need to know about your Grand Yukon RV Road Trip.

Which route should I drive?

1. the classic loop: whitehorse-klondike-alaska-kluane-whitehorse.

One of the last things you’ll pass if you drive the classic Yukon loop is Kluane National Park. And what a crescendo it is… (photo: Brook James).

You can drive this 1500-kilometre loop in five days, but push it out to two weeks to give yourself time to appreciate Yukon’s nuances. Start in capital Whitehorse; head north up Klondike Highway to Dawson City; west over Top of The World Highway to Chicken, Alaska (unsealed road); head south and re-cross the border into Yukon; south to marvelous Kluane National Park ; then finish the loop back into Whitehorse.

2. The Arctic Circle side-trip

If you’ve time and an adventurous spirit, branch off the classic loop up and back down Dempster Highway (unsealed) to the Arctic Circle, and beyond to Inuvik (Northwest Territories). This is Ice Road Trucker territory in winter, but in summer its highlights are infinite ( Read: The Arctic Circle road trip ). Other more laid-back add-ons include the Southern Lakes loop (Carcross, Tagish, Marsh Lake) and The Silver Trail side-trip to Keno and Mayo.

Before you leave Whitehorse on your great Yukon RV road trip, gather as much information and supplies as you can carry (photo: Brook James).

Before you leave Whitehorse…

3. do a big shop.

Yukon’s capital is endowed with all the services you’ll need, from supermarkets to Starbucks. Use them. You can buy most incidentals in village roadhouses, but the choice dramatically shrinks and costs explode the further you are away from the city.

4. Some pre-road-trip R&R

Jet-lag and RV road trips don’t play well together. Plan at least one prep/rest day in Whitehorse to get your bearings before you hit the road. Drop by the Visitor Information Centre for the good oil on road conditions et al, check out the sites and, most importantly, get a good night’s slumber.

5. Make sure you’ve packed…

Yukon’s summer temperatures range from brisk to hot so bring your coolest sunglasses and hat, plus throw in sunscreen and mosquito repellent (you’ll thank me later). Conversely, pack rain gear and layers for warmth, especially if you’re heading far north. Sort out playlists, too, because there isn’t great phone or radio reception where you’re going.

6. If in doubt, fill up

Always ask where the next gas pump is… distances are BIG in the Yukon and the fuel stops few (photo: Brook James).

Yukon’s settlements are well and truly spaced apart, so every time you pass a petrol station, ask yourself, “where’s the next one?”. Fuel prices in Dawson City and Whitehorse are on par with the rest of Canada, but ‘isolation tax’ bites in remote corners (remember, RVs have huge tanks to fill!).

How to drive an RV for first-timers

7. it’s okay to be the slowest thing on the road.

RVing the Yukon is all about embracing life in the slow (and windy) lane (photo: Brook James).

Despite their torquey engines, RVs are always the tortoise, never the hare. Ninety-nine times out of 100 you will be the passee not the passer. Cars will occasionally bank up behind you; it’s up to them to pass you . Get used to this and you will enjoy the drive a lot more.

8. Driving by mirrors

Learn how to use you mirrors before you leave the rental lot. Because of their length, which cause gaping blind spots, RV’s rear-view mirrors are split into two: the bottom half shows close cars, the top shows those approaching from afar. (The windscreen-mounted mirror is useless.) Mirrors are also the best way to ensure the wide beast is in its lane. Tip: Don’t stress, the Yukon’s wide-open roads make for a forgiving environment.

9. The art of RV steering

Obviously a long wheelbase vehicle needs more room to turn than a car. Most rentable RVs are less than nine metres (unlike the Winnebago whales you’ll see) so it’s just like driving a really big car. Simply allow a wider turning ark and use your mirrors to check that you aren’t curb-cutting with your rear tyre. Be prepared to execute four- and five-point turns instead of the usual three. (Check out YouTube for masterclasses.)

10. Chill on hills

The Yukon’s roads cut through endless mountains and valleys, meaning you have to deal with steep gradients in a vehicle the weight of a small truck. There are a few things to know: slow down before (not on) a hill; select a low gear if the incline looks precarious; then chug calmly down it.

11. The reversing partner

Whenever you don’t feel 100 per cent confident reversing the beast, it is your passenger’s sworn duty to get out and help. Your reversing-angel should stand in clear view of one of your mirrors and use obvious hand signals to help you ‘land’. (Note: Always look up for obstructions, too.)

12. Don’t forget to unplug

Do a final walk-around your RV every time you drive out of a campground! It’s amazing how many stories you hear about power boxes and water connections being dragged down the road. Remember to close your ‘pull-out’ too.

RV Life: there are no stupid questions

13. what’s inside an rv.

RV life is about self-sufficiency. The ‘Midi’ motorhome we rented (see No. 22) sleeps four comfortably and has everything, including the kitchen sink: a (small) shower, toilet, propane stove, fridge/freezer, conventional oven, microwave, television, electric ‘pull-out’, on-board generator, solar panels and much more!

The best thing about learning to drive an RV in the Yukon is the forgiving wide, open roads (photo: Brook James).

14. Yukon’s campgrounds are postcard awesome

Parks Canada provide some of the most stunning campground settings in the free world. My fave is Fox Lake (north of Whitehorse) for its sheer reflective-lake prettiness. The secluded, well-maintained sites offer only basic facilities (clean long-drop loos, free firewood etc.) for well under twenty bucks a night. (Tip: it’s first-come, first-served so turn up before 11am when other RVers tend to move on.)

15. RV parks: pump and dump

Each decent-sized town has at least one commercial RV park, mandatory so you can ‘plug in’ to recharge batteries and refill drinking and shower water (and to dump waste water). You only need to stay in one every few nights; generally they don’t have the same charm as outta-town places.

16. Can I free-camp by the roadside?

Officially no, but lots of people do; there’s plenty of open space up north. Check if it’s private property, don’t ‘take the piss’ and you should be fine. (Tip: park your RV on reasonably level ground.)

It’s a Yukon thing

17. sleeping under the midnight sun.

Seeing the sun in the sky at midnight is an utter privilege. With 18 hours of daylight in summer, there’s no need to rush through your day here, but it does take some getting used to, come beddy-byes. Bring an eye mask, black out the RV as much as possible, and set a ‘bed-time’, otherwise your body tends to want to party through the night.

18. Finding the First Nations

The Yukon’s First Nation culture is vibrant and engaging, but can be a little difficult to pin down with limited time. Many of the Yukon’s 14 First Nation bands have great interpretive centres; the Whitehorse , Carmacks and Haines Junction ones are particularly worth your attention.

19. Go on, splash out

On long journeys, stay a night or two away from the RV to avoid cabin fever ( Go off-grid in a Kluane log cabin ). Splash out at the odd local eatery, too, so you get to meet local characters and eat local fare (like Steve Watson and his giant cinnamon buns in Braeburn Lodge).

Secret stops: reward yourself with plenty of pitstops at places like Braeburn Lodge where the legendary giant cinnamon bun awaits (photo: Brook James).

20. There’s a bear (or two) in there

Yukon roads can be like zoos so drive with care. Here, mum and two black bear cubs make a careful crossing on the Dempster Highway (photo: Brook James).

You are very likely to come across plenty of critters, big and small, from the ubiquitous raven (‘mischief maker’) and squirrel, to wolves, moose, caribou, muskox and more (please drive with this in mind!). And, yes, you’re likely to see grizzly and black bears. Visit Parks Canada interpretive centres to watch the ‘bear aware’ video and buy some bear spray if you plan long hikes.

Beware and behold: The Yukon, especially in the far north, is grizzly bear territory (photo: Brook James).

21. Drive like a Yukoner

Apart from the whole other-side-of-the-road thing (for Australians), always have your headlights on (it’s the law) and slow down when you see little roadside flags because there’s a nasty bump coming your way. A friendly wave to oncoming traffic is also the custom.

Ready to book your Yukon RV road trip?

22. how much does it cost to rent an rv.

What’s inside an RV? The one we rented from CanaDream sleeps 6 people and comes complete with shower, toilet, fridge, oven, microwave, air con and a whole lot more (photo: Brook James).

We paid about $400 per day, including insurance (but not including fuel), for the second-largest RV in CanaDream’s fleet, the Midi. Reduce the cost substantially by booking well in advance and by hiring a smaller vehicle (we booked late in peak season). Remember that this is the bulk of your accommodation costs covered and you can save money by cooking.

23. Read the insurance fine print!

Ask your travel insurance provider/rental company if you are covered to drive a vehicle of your RV’s weight. Quiz them on exclusions: we weren’t covered for undercarriage damage on unsealed roads, even though the RV company said it was OK to drive on them. Ask how much it charges for flat tyres and windscreen damage (it can be steep!).

24. Border crossings

Australians need an eTA to enter Canada and an ESTA to enter the USA if you cross over to Alaska, plus a land-crossing authorisation (going into the US, which costs USD$6 cash at the border).

25. How do I get to the Yukon?

Air Canada flies daily from Vancouver to Whitehorse. For more information, visit Travel Yukon . Read about our Yukon RV adventures…

Across the Top of the World to a place called Chicken

The full Arctic Circle road trip
Canada’s Yellowstone: 3 wild adventures in Kluane National Park

Dawson City under the Midnight Sun: a strangely local guide

The twisted tale of the sour toe cocktail (yes, with a real human toe)

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The Perfect Yukon Territory Road Trip for Adventurers

Last Updated on March 7, 2024

Adventurous road trippers, look no further than a Yukon road trip in remote Northwest Canada for a journey through stunning landscapes waiting to be explored by the few visitors who are creative about finding uncrowded places to explore.

The Yukon has been one of my favorite places in the world since I first feel in love with it 25 years ago while living in Skagway. I’ve been fortunate to spend plenty of time there since and drive all of these highways and I can’t wait to share it with you so you can plan your own unforgettable Yukon road trip!

About 25% of the population of the Yukon is Indigenous. First Nations people are very involved in governing the modern Yukon Territory and the Yukon is among the longest inhabited regions of North America. First Nations people in the Yukon include the Kwanlin Dün , Kluane, Tagish, Little Salmon Carmacks, Liard, Ross River Dena, Selkirk, Teslin Tlingit, White River, Champagne and Aishihik, Na-Cho Nyak Dun, Selkirk, Gwich’in and Ta’an Kwäch’än .

Is visiting the Yukon worth it?

How many days do you need to see the Yukon?

When is the best time of year for a Yukon Road Trip?

How to get to the Yukon Territory

Road tripping to the yukon from vancouver, calgary or edmonton.

Adding the Yukon to your Alaska road trip
What is the best vehicle for a Yukon road trip
7 Day Yukon Road trip Itinerary
10 Day Yukon Road trip Itinerary
Two Week Yukon Road trip Itinerary

A woman smiling and waving in the driver seat of a pickup truck with a camper on it at midnight dome with the Yukon River below and in the background near Dawson City.

Is visiting the Yukon Territory worth it?

The Yukon is absolutely incredible and for anyone who loves to experience stunning landscapes you must do whatever it takes to put a Yukon road trip right at the top of your travel must do list.

I recommend spending at least a week in the Yukon. If you have less time than that, I’d recommend going to Whitehorse and making that your base camp and doing day trips from there, or tours if you don’t want to rent a car.

If you have more time, even better! 10 days or two weeks will give you the chance to get deeper into the Yukon, more details on this below.

My two week Yukon Road trip itinerary in this article is an absolute dream. If you can spend that much time, do it!

When is the best time of year to visit the Yukon?

A person in a puffy coat and blue hat with black leggings standing on a path in the bright red and orange fall tundra. It's a sunny day and there are a few trees and mountains in the distance

For a road trip, you want to visit in the summer months (June through September). I think September is absolutely ideal for a Yukon road trip because the fall colors are absolutely stunning, the bugs are usually gone and there’s a chance to see the Northern Lights!

Winter is magical in the Yukon, but it’s not as ideal for a road trip since you’ll be dealing with severe winter weather and much slower driving. But it’s a great time to visit Whitehorse or Dawson City for some winter fun and adventure.

Most visitors to the Yukon fly into Whitehorse. There are mulitple direct flights daily to Whitehorse from Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton.

If you’re interested in driving to the Yukon from Vancouver, Calgary, or Edmonton, the most important thing to know is that it’s a very long drive. Whitehorse is 2000 km from Edmonton (1240 miles), 2250 km from Calgary (1400 miles) and 2400 km from Vancouver (1500 miles).

Plan on a solid 3-4 day trip in each direction to drive to Whitehorse from any of these cities.

Adding the Yukon to your Alaska Road Trip

If you’re already planning to drive to Alaska , then you’ll already be in the Yukon for a couple days so you can add any of the itineraries below onto your Alaska trip. In two or three days you can go up to Dawson City, and you can even go from Dawson City over Top of the World Highway to Alaska if you have an extra day or two in one direction.

If you’re flying to Alaska but taking a road trip once you get there, you can add on some time in the Yukon too! With five extra days you could:

Day 1: Fairbanks or Anchorage to Dawson City over Top of the World Highway (make sure you have a rental vehicle that allows you to do this, many do not) – long but beautiful day
Day 2: See Dawson City
Day 3: Drive from Dawson City to Whitehorse
Day 4: See Whitehorse
Day 5: Drive Whitehorse to Tok (spend two days to spend some time in Kluane National Park

What is the best vehicle to drive for a Yukon road trip?

Public highways in the Yukon can be driven in any vehicle in the summer months. Unless you are driving over Top of the World Highway or on the Dempster Highway (see below) any rental car will be fine.

Top of the World and the Dempster are gravel and not all car rental companies will allow you to drive on them, so find out in advance if those highways are in your plans.

I think a rented recreational vehicle is ideal for a Yukon road trip, if you’re comfortable with camping. In an RV (motorhome, pick up camper or camper van), you can have plenty of creature comforts while still being able to stay in the most beautiful places in the Yukon.

Hotels and lodges are few and far between outside of Whitehorse and Dawson City. Make sure to reserve everything ahead of time if you’re not planning on camping, and expect rustic accommodations.

Whatever vehicle you drive, make sure the tires are in excellent condition and you have a full size spare and all the equipment to change it. If you get a flat, you’ll need to drive many hours to get it repaired and there are lots of stretches on the highways without cell service.

7 Day Yukon Road Trip Itinerary

If you just have seven days to spend in the Yukon, this is the road trip itinerary I’d recommend. If you want to avoid the gravel road over Top of the World Highway, you could do a loop down to Skagway and Haines instead of up to Dawson City, or you could backtrack on paved roads to Whitehorse and up to Dawson.

Day 1: Whitehorse

Get your rental vehicle and stock up on supplies. Grocery stores are very limited outside of Whitehorse and restaurants are limited outside Whitehorse and Dawson City. Make sure to pick up groceries and snacks and drinks for the road here before heading out. Spend the rest of the day exploring Whitehorse.

A DC 3 airplane converted into a wind vane

Day 2: Whitehorse to Kluane National Park

If you’re camping, head to Lake Kathleen or Congdon Creek for some of the best camping in the Kluane area. If you’re staying in motels, look for something in Haines Junction or stay at the Talbot Arms in Destruction Bay.

You might even have time to go for a hike in Kluane before settling in for the night.

A muddy flat area below beautiful mountains on a partly cloudy day in Kluane National Park on a Yukon road trip

Day 3: Kluane National Park to Tok, Alaska

It’s about a 5 hour drive from Kluane to Tok, depending on where you end up staying (Lake Kathleen is farther). A few highlights along the way include:

Soldier Summit -great view hike to the spot the Alaska Highway was completed.
Burwash Landing museum
Kluane RIver lookout
International border rest area with Yukon and Alaska signs
Tetlin Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
Fast Eddy’s Restaurant in Tok – an Alaska Highway institution

Stay the night at the cabins by Fast Eddy’s, or in the RV park, or stop before or after Tok for a more off grid camping experience

Day 4: Tok, Alaska to Dawson City

Many layers of rolling mountains into the distance on a cloudy day on a Yukon Road tirp

The Taylor Highway in Alaska and the Top of the World Highway in the Yukon are absolutely gorgeous but slow. Plan on at least 6 hours to make the drive, longer in wet weather. Check the border crossing hours and give yourself plenty of time.

You’ll enjoy amazing views along the way of the mountains of Interior Alaska and the Yukon as well as the small and quirky community of Chicken.

Low wooden buildings with a picnic table and a 4wheeler

The remote border crossing brings you back into the Yukon with more views as you descend to the Yukon River and Dawson City.

Take the unique George Black Ferry to delightful downtown Dawson City. Dawson City has plenty of hotels. I like the Gold Rush RV park for camping because you can walk to everything in town. If you prefer to be further outside of town there are other RV parks and campground nearby.

Day 5: Dawson City

Dawson City is a wonderful town to explore! Check out my article about all the things you can do in Dawson to make for the perfect day.

Three hundred year old abandoned buildings leaning in various direction

Day 6: Dawson City to Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs

You’ll want to spend an evening relaxing at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs , about a 6 hour drive from the Dawson. You’re on vacation after all! There’s a great campground there, and it’s not far from Whitehorse if you want to go there for the night.

Along the way, make sure to stop at Five Finger Rapids, an interesting feature of the Yukon River with a beautiful hiking trail down to the river.

Another mandatory stop is Braeburn Lodge, known for their enormous and delicious cinnamon rolls.

A large cinnamon roll covered in frosting with a person's hand for scale

Day 7: Whitehorse

The SS Klondike, a riverboat turned museum in Whitehorse Yukon

It will only take about 20 minutes to get to Whitehorse from the hot springs campground. Spend the day enjoying the many things to do in Whitehorse and return your rental vehicle.

10 Day Yukon Road Trip Itinerary

Have ten days or more to explore the Yukon? You’ll love it. One option to spend the extra days in Whitehorse or Dawson City. Both towns have great food, lots to do in town and plenty of trails and outdoor adventure while staying put.

You can also add to the 7 day itinerary a three day loop down to Skagway and Haines in Alaska, or continue on the Alaska Highway past Kluane National Park to Tok, Alaska and up to Dawson City on Top of the World Highway. You’ll need a few more days to add both of these (details below).

A big benefit of 10 days is that you can do your Yukon Road Trip with less back tracking.

Two Week Yukon Road Trip Itinerary

If you have two weeks to explore the Yukon, lucky you! You can really see most of the highways in the Yukon Territory and even dip into Alaska a couple of times. Going down to Skagway and Haines takes you to the coast and going up to Tok takes you into Interior Alaska. Interior Alaska is very similar in landscape, culture and weather to the Yukon Territory.

For this itinerary, you’ll need a rental vehicle that you can take on gravel roads as well as into the United States. I recommend an RV for this drive, but you can do it without one and stay in motels along the way.

You will also need to plan your trip around the ferry schedule between Skagway and Haines and the border crossing hours and dates on Top of the World Highway.

Day 2: Whitehorse to Skagway

A foggy day in the mountains near a lake

It’s only a couple of hours to drive to Skagway, but there are so many interesting stops along the way you’ll want to take your time. You’ll also want plenty of time to explore Skagway and be there the day before your ferry.

Highlights include:

Miles Canyon near Whitehorse
The small community of Carcross
The Carcross Desert
Emerald Lake
Exploring Skagway

Day 3: Skagway to Haines

The ferry ride between Skagway and Haines is only an hour, but it takes some time to line up and get on and off. It is imperative to have a reservation for the ferry as far ahead as possible if you are bringing a vehicle.

The Haines Alaska small boat harbor with many boats docked inside a breakwater. Across the water are high mountains with snow and some clouds around them on a partly sunny day

Spend the rest of the day exploring Haines and Skagway.

Day 4: Haines to Kluane National Park

The drive up to Haines Junction from Haines is gorgeous. Make sure to stop along the Chilkat River to look for Bald Eagles and give yourself plenty of time for the many picture stops along the way.

Day 5: Kluane National Park to Tok, Alaska

The border between the US and Canada and Alaska and Yukon. There is a welcome to Alaska sign and several flags and people taking photos.

Day 6: Tok, Alaska to Dawson City

A small ferry across the Yukon river with a few cars getting on

Day 7: Exploring Dawson City

Dawson City is such a fun town to explore! Check out my article about all the things you can do in Dawson to make for the perfect day.

Days 8-12: Driving the Dempster Highway to the Arctic Circle, the Northwest Territories and the Arctic Ocean.

a pick up camper at the arctic ocean next to a sign that says arctic ocean

If you’re up for a remote and big adventure, the Dempster Highway and the Road to Tuktoyaktuk are the trip of a lifetime!

I recommend spending five days for this part of the drive, and if you have an RV you can split it up how you like. If you are staying in hotels, you’ll need to stay two nights in Eagle Plains (once in each direction) and two nights in Inuvik (giving yourself a day to get up to Tuk and back).

I’ve written in detail a day by day and step by step itinerary and guide to preparing for that part of your journey here .

Plan to either camp at Tombstone Territorial Park or stay in a hotel in Dawson on the evening of Day 12.

Day 13: Dawson or Tombstone to Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs

After all this driving, you’ll want to spend an evening relaxing at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs, about a 6 hour drive from the Dempster Highway junction. There’s a great campground there, and it’s not far from Whitehorse if you want to go there for the night.

The Yukon River at Five Finger Rapids with lots of trees and the river going through the rapids

Day 14: Whitehorse

It will only take about 20 minutes to get to Whitehorse from the hot springs campground. Spend the day enjoying the many things to do in Whitehorse along with washing your vehicle which will really need it at this point!

Final Thoughts

A Yukon road trip is an ideal way to see the Yukon Territory and an absolutely must do for those who love epic landscapes, wide open places and welcoming, quirky fun small towns. It’s worth the effort to get to this off the beaten track location!

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The Best Yukon Road Trip Itinerary with our CanaDream RV

Sep 1, 2022 | 0 comments

Often, where we travel dictates how we travel. Some destinations are perfect for choosing a “home base” to explore from. But there are a few locations that we’ve found where booking a camper van or RV is almost essential to truly experience it properly.

Iceland? Definitely need an RV. New Zealand? Can’t do it without one. And now we’ve discovered another place where having an RV drastically enhances your trip; the Yukon.

With its wide-open spaces and dramatically changing landscapes, the Yukon was built for RV trips. Not only is there a lot to see, but everything is connected by absolutely beautiful drives, including the Alaska Highway, the Dempster Highway and the Klondike Highway. It’s hard to keep your eyes on the road!

With only a week to explore, we decided to cram our itinerary chock full of activities, learning a ton about what to do and what not to do along the way.

Our #1 “do”? Rent an RV!

The vehicle we were lucky enough to have on this adventure was the CanaDream Maxi Travel Camper which was an absolute dream to drive and perfect for just the 2 of us.

The camper comes with a Queen bed setup, fully equipped kitchen, plenty of wardrobe space and a washroom/shower. CanaDream also supplied camping chairs, which were fantastic to have.

While learning to drive a camper or RV can require a bit of a learning curve, the Maxi Camper made it super easy, as it was quite similar to the large SUV we drive at home. With it’s high ground clearance and 4wd capabilities, we felt ready to tackle anything the North had to throw at us.

I’ve outlined our week-long itinerary below, which can be used as a rough guide to planning your own Yukon road trip. I’ve included the hikes we did, where we stayed, driving distances, and all the hidden gems we discovered along the way.

Day 1: Whitehorse – Gathering supplies

We picked up our RV at the new CanaDream station located conveniently in Whitehorse.

We didn’t realize that our booking came with a shuttle service from the Whitehorse Airport. I received a phone call as we were on our way to the airport, confirming our flight number and time of landing – a very pleasant surprise!

Whitehorse is the perfect place to ready yourself for a big camping/RV trip. They have outdoor stores, gear rental shops, big grocery stores, bakeries, and just about anything else you could want for the road.

Things we picked up for our trip: an inflatable SUP rental, lots of camping food (smokies and s’mores!), and one last hot meal before our foray into the wilderness. Oh, and lots of mosquito repellent because we had heard numerous times how bad the mosquitos are in July.

From Whitehorse, we headed to our first campground: Caribou RV Park located a short 15 minute drive from town.

Total drive time: 20 minutes

Day 2: Carcross Region – Paddy Peak and Emerald Lake

The Yukon is known for its hiking so we felt like we needed to start the trip off with a big one. Paddy Peak is actually located in British Columbia, but was in all the Yukon hiking guides we picked up and it looked spectacular!

We were met with an ice blue lake with large icebergs floating around on the surface. Purple wild flowers framed the sides and added a nice pop of colour. It was absolutely stunning, but with Paddy being the highest peak in the range, it seemed to create its own weather system and was obscured by clouds the entire time we were there. A beautiful hike nonetheless.

Note: with a 4×4 and enough clearance (basically if you have an ATV), you can actually drive the majority of the road into Paddy Peak. Expect very rough terrain. We obviously did not try this with our CanaDream camper.

Hike stats:

Distance: 17.5 km round trip Elevation gain: 957 m

Round trip time: 6.5 hours

After our hike, we decided to spend the rest of the afternoon paddling on Emerald Lake. This is the most photographed lake in the Yukon and for good reason – it’s vividly green, especially from up above! We sent our drone up to capture the magic and I’ll let the photos do the talking.

Where we stayed: Caribou RV Park

Where we ate: Even though we had camping food, we couldn’t resist dining at Wolf’s Den Restaurant which was located very conveniently within Caribou RV Park. Originally, we had popped in to purchase some Yukon beer, but saw their expansive menu and just had to stay!

Total driving time: 2 hours round trip

Day 3: Carcross Region – Carcross Desert and Caribou Crossing Trading Post

While driving to Paddy Peak the day before, we caught glimpses of sand dunes right off the side of the highway and our interest was piqued. Turns out, we were driving past Carcross Desert, one of the smallest deserts in the world.

It’s truly baffling to travel so far North and encounter this natural phenomenon. The sand felt so good on our aching feet as we trekked barefoot across the dunes. With snow capped mountains in the distance, I have to say this is one of the most unique locations we’ve ever encountered!

Sandboarding is a popular pastime at this location and as an avid snowboarder, I was a little disappointed that we hadn’t planned ahead and brought some gear with us!

But I didn’t have much time to be sad, as our next stop involved puppies… husky puppies!

Caribou Crossing Trading Post gave us a little taste of Yukon wildlife, culture and history. There’s everything there from dog sledding, Klondike Gold Tours, an animal museum, old time ice cream parlour, and much more!

We loved our visit here and the staff were extremely knowledgable and friendly.

Where we ate: Caribou Crossing Trading Post Total driving time: 1 hour round trip

Day 4: Kluane National Park – King’s Throne Peak

The moment we saw King’s Throne on the cover of a Yukon hiking map, we knew we had to do it. While the stats can be a little daunting, I knew it would be worth it… and I was right. This is definitely one of the most epic hikes we’ve ever done. As crazy as the views were on the way up, nothing could have prepared me for the view at the summit, which happened to be hidden from view until the very last moment.

King’s Throne Peak is a must do if you’re visiting Kluane.

Most people we shared the trail with turned around at the saddle, probably because it was one of the windiest hikes we’ve ever been on.

Hike stats (to the “seat” of King’s Throne)

Distance: 10km round trip Elevation gain: 548 m Round trip time: 4-6 hours

Hike stats (to King’s Throne Summit)

Distance: 16 km round trip Elevation gain: 1,258 m

Round trip time: 6-10 hours

While we had originally planned to paddle on Kathleen Lake after our hike, it was way too windy and we were honestly way too tired to do anything else but crawl into the back of our camper. The second we got to our campground, it started pouring rain which made us feel better about bailing on our plans. We fell asleep to the sound of raindrops on the roof and were both extremely grateful we weren’t tent camping.

Where we stayed: Pine Lake Campground Where we ate: Frosty’s Restaurant Total drive time: 2 hours 45 min

Day 5: Kluane National Park – Kluane Glacier Air Tour

With how windy it was the day before, we were a little concerned that our glacier flight on this day would be cancelled. Luckily, we woke up to blue sky and not a stitch of wind.

Heading to Haines Junction Airport, we checked in for our 1 hour glacier flight seeing tour with Kluane Glacier Air Tours. This tour was absolutely mind-blowing and if I could recommend just one thing to do in Kluane National Park, it would be this.

As we flew deep into the mountains, we not only witnessed several incredible glaciers, but caught glimpses of wildlife as well! Our pilot had an incredible eye for mountain goats and we saw over a dozen of them from up above.

Once again, I’ll let the photos do the talking, as nothing I say will do this spectacular landscape any justice.

With our feet safely back on the ground, we decided we had a choice. Stay and explore more of Kluane, despite the increasingly windy conditions and looming rainfall, or return to Whitehorse where the weather looked significantly better. I have to say this is one of my favourite things about traveling in a CanaDream camper. It is an absolute breeze to change plans at the drop of a hat, without having to cancel and rebook hotels, find a place to stay for the night or feel like you’re stuck in one place. The freedom it gives you to explore at whatever pace you want is unmatched.

In the end, Whitehorse won, and we headed back to explore more of Yukon’s capital city.

Where we stayed: Free RV parking in Whitehorse, near the river/train station. Parking here is limited but this is one of the city’s best kept secrets. Whitehorse on the whole is extremely RV friendly and we had absolutely no trouble navigating the busy streets.

Where we ate: Azhong Noodles, an inconspicuous food truck parked across from the MacBride Museum, which had the absolute best hand-pulled noodles I’ve had (including Asia!)

Total driving time: 2 hours

Day 6: Whitehorse – Yukon Wildlife Preserve, MacBride Museum, Grey Mountain Hike

With our legs still aching from the big hikes we had done, we decided to get our steps in through a much less strenuous activity: the 5km walk around the Yukon Wildlife Preserve, located just 20 minutes outside of Whitehorse.

We were able to observe bison, moose, caribou, foxes, mountain goats and other local animals from a safe distance, as we walked around the absolutely enormous preserve. We learned a few interesting facts, including our favourite one – that the Yukon has twice as many moose as people!

Heading back to Whitehorse, we contemplated doing a short hike, but our legs were still not quite ready. So we decided to indulge in a bit of culture and history at the MacBride Museum. If you’re visiting the museum, definitely plan to spend a couple hours here. It covers everything from the gold rush, the Indigenous way of life, and the events that shaped the Yukon as it stands today.

Feeling hungry, we decided to give the one restaurant everyone had been raving about a try. Klondike Rib & Salmon is located in downtown Whitehorse and we felt like we had stepped back in time to an old saloon in the middle of the gold rush. The food was extremely hearty and the portions were absolutely enormous and by the time we left around 6pm, there was quite the line-up outside. Go early if you can, they don’t take reservations!

While the Kluane and Carcross regions are known for their hiking and incredible views, we thought we would give the hikes around Whitehorse a chance as well. We were more than surprised to discover a unique trail with gorgeous sunset views located very close to the city.

The Cave on Grey Mountain is basically a 1 km hike that goes straight up and is extremely steep. Luckily, the grind is over quickly and the cave offers some spectacular views of Whitehorse below.

Distance: 2km round trip Elevation gain: 200m Round trip time: 30 minutes

Where we slept: Our new favourite spot, the free RV parking in Whitehorse

Total driving time: 1 hour

Day 7: Time to head home

Time to pack up and go home! We were very reluctant to end this trip, every single day was perfect and the Yukon absolutely has a special place in our hearts.

The drop-off process with CanaDream was quick and easy and they kindly offered once again to shuttle us back to the airport. I truly don’t think this trip would have been close to what it was had we not had our camper. The freedom, flexibility and convenience made everything so much better and we can’t wait to return for more adventures in one of our new favourite destinations.

This post was kindly sponsored by CanaDream and Travel Yukon. All experiences and opinions are our own.

Written by Louise

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Hi, we’re Rob and Louise! We’re obsessed with travel and love to share our adventures! We’re a UK/Canadian couple that currently lives Banff, Canada.

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The Golden Circle Route – An Epic Yukon Road Trip Itinerary

Last Updated: February 9, 2024

Everything you need to know to complete one of the best Yukon road trip itineraries in Canada – the Golden Circle Route.

Known for its vast expanse of jagged mountain range peaks, snowy icefields, turquoise lakes and Arctic tundra, the Yukon Territory in Canada’s far north is the kind of off-the-beaten-path destination that you come to once, and never want to leave.

While most travellers head to more popular places like Banff in the Rockies, those with a sense of adventure will seek out the country’s more remote frontiers, and this is where the Yukon shines brightly.

From more well-known places like Dawson City, Kluane National Park and the Alaska Highway to lesser-known adventures following the Klondike gold rush settlements along the Yukon River or the Dempster Highway to the top of the world, there is nothing like a Yukon road trip!

Whether it is for a week or a month, the freedom of having your own vehicle in such a wild place will ensure you have a plethora of amazing views and intrepid experiences all to yourself.

With a limited amount of time though it can be tough to narrow down the perfect itinerary that will encompass all that the Yukon has to offer.

We had only 7 days of driving in the Yukon to find the perfect route, and today we want to share it with you so you can add this road trip to your bucket list!

Table of Contents

Check Out the SS Klondike

Where to stay in whitehorse, take a scenic flight over kluane national park, visit the da ku cultural centre, hike the auriol trail, mount logan lodge, welcome to alaska, see the grizzly bears at chilkoot river, drive to chilkat state park, go sea kayaking, where to stay in haines, the white pass and yukon route train journey, explore the klondike gold rush history in town, where to stay in skagway, check out the first nations art, hike montana mountain, visit the carcross desert, where to stay in carcross, day 7 – carcross to whitehorse (73km), best time to drive the golden circle route, rent an suv, never let the fuel drop below half-full, book accommodation and tours ahead of time, you can do the golden circle route in either direction, don’t forget your passport, it will take longer than you expect, there’s very little phone signal, the golden circle route yukon road trip.

The Cabot Trail. The Icefields Parkway. The Golden Circle Route. The Dempster Highway. The Alaska Highway. The Klondike Highway.

These are just some of Canada’s best road trips, and while the first two are deservedly popular, and which we have had the pleasure of driving when we lived in the country, it’s the third one that truly left us humbled.

Circling the far south of the territory, and crossing briefly into British Columbia and Alaska, this journey incorporates some of the legendary highlights the Yukon is famous for.

Conducted as a loop starting in Whitehorse, this trip is perfect for travellers of all ages and styles, from family vacationers to grey nomads, adventurous couples and groups of friends.

There are other great options in the territory, such as the Dempster Highway and Top of the World, taking the highway to Dawson City and bouncing along gravel roads and chasing the midnight sun.

But if you’re looking for the best Yukon road trip itinerary, this is the one for you.

READ MORE – Coming in winter? Then check out our post all about dog sledding in Yukon !

From Whitehorse head to Haines Junction, bordering the Kluane National Park and home to the world’s largest non-polar icefield.

Continue to the pretty town of Haines in Alaska, which is much more than just a popular dock for cruise ship passengers.

Those with their own vehicle can get out to the rugged peninsula, make the most of the incredible hiking opportunities, or even have one of the planet’s most remarkable wildlife encounters!

Head across the waters to Skagway to dive into the region’s gold rush history, with a trip along the famous White Pass and Yukon Route train ride that helped shape the economy of the Yukon.

The last spot is Carcross, the location of what’s known as the world’s smallest desert, and proudly showcasing a multitude of First Nations art.

It really is a wonderful adventure, and after completing the trip ourselves, we’re thrilled to put together this Yukon road trip itinerary for the Golden Circle Route.

Check out our video below all about our road trip around the Yukon!

Day 1 – Whitehorse, Yukon

Whitehorse, the capital of the territory, is the perfect place to start your Yukon road trip on day 1!

The Erik Nielson Whitehorse International Airport is decently connected with a few major cities in Canada, including Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton, meaning that travelling to the Yukon is getting easier if you aren’t planning on driving from your home.

Once you land in Whitehorse you can pick up your rental car from the airport. We used Driving Force , which is the most popular rental company in town.

Depending on what time you land, we recommend spending the night in town so that you can leave bright and early the next morning.

Things to Do in Whitehorse

For a town with less than 30,000 residents, Whitehorse is surprisingly buzzing, and you’ll easily fill a day by hanging out in town (and much longer if you head out into the wilderness on Whitehorse’s doorstep).

No trip to Whitehorse is complete without paying a visit to the SS Klondike , the large steamboat resting on land next to the Yukon River in town.

When the Klondike Gold Rush kicked off in the late 19th century, it brought with it immeasurable wealth for many citizens, and as such a luxury travel industry emerged.

The SS Klondike was part of that – a decadent steamboat experience that would sail the Yukon River, giving rich prospectors and their families a marvellous holiday.

As time went on though the demand for such travel died down, and so today this iconic boat has been turned into a museum.

Town and Mountain Hotel is one of the top rated places to stay in Whitehorse.

Set in a rustic, historic building right in the center of town, it has a homey feel and an on-site pub.

This hotel isn’t anything luxurious, but it’s affordable and cozy and gets the job done.

It’s also only 7km from the airport, so once you arrive you can quickly drop off your car and bags here so you can explore the town during your 1 day in Whitehorse.

Day 2 – Whitehorse to Haines Junction (154km)

After an early breakfast, it’s time to load up the car and hit the road on Day 2. The drive to Haines Junction can be done in two hours, but if you have nice weather it’s going to take you a lot longer!

You’ll be taking the famous Alaska Highway, a highlight of any Yukon road trip, all the way to Haines Junction.

Once you get out of the city you’ll start to enter the mountains of the remarkable Yukon Ranges, with majestic snow-capped peaks and dense boreal forests.

But it’s not just the mountain scenery you have to enjoy – It doesn’t take long out of Whitehorse to come across your first two main attractions along the way.

READ MORE: Check out our complete guide to help you travel to Canada .

Turn right at the Klondike Highway, and shortly afterwards there’ll be signs and a turn-off to visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve and the Takhini Hot Springs

The Yukon Wildlife Preserve is a 700-acre property that has been segregated into different habitats to highlight some of the territory’s iconic animals.

Here you’ll see moose, elk, wood bison, arctic foxes, woodland caribou and a range of other wildlife that call the Yukon home.

While there’s always a chance you could see some of these animals out in the wild along the way, if you want the best possibility to catch a glimpse of them and learn more about each species, the Yukon Wildlife Preserve is the place to do it.

A bit further along the way is the Takhini Hot Springs, and if you love soaking in a hot pool then you’ll be in your element here.

These natural hot springs are funnelled into man-made pools and housed in a family-friendly complex. The water ranges between 36 to 42 degrees, and is filled with minerals.

Once you’ve had your soak, it’s time to return to the Alaska Highway and continue heading towards Haines Junction.

The further west you get, the grander the mountain range becomes, and on a clear day you’ll be rewarded with views over large lakes, turbulent rivers and glaciated valleys.

Take as many stops are you like as you go, as the drive really is about the views rather than activities.

It will probably be mid-afternoon by the time you arrive in Haines Junction, and at this point you can either head straight to your accommodation and relax for the afternoon, or head out on a drive to check out some of the nearby lakes.

It was pretty misty and wet when we arrived, so we decided to spend the afternoon driving up the Alaska Highway and check out the different scenery as we went.

We recommend spending at the very least two nights in Haines Junction, with one day checking out a few of the things to do below.

Things to Do in Haines Junction

The more time you have in Haines Junction the better, as you could very easily spend up to a week here hiking, fishing, riding mountain bikes and driving around.

In fact, even though this itinerary just has you there for one full day between day 2 and day 3, we recommend staying at least three days.

With its location right on the edge of the Kluane National Park there are plenty of outdoor activities to make the most of, and here are just a couple of the things to doin Haines Junction that we did on our Golden Circle Route.

Kluane Glacier Air Tours operates daily flightseeing tours over the national park (weather permitting), and after taking part in a 75-minute flight, it proved to be one of the most memorable experiences of our entire time in the Yukon!

The Kluane National Park is home to the largest non-polar icefield in the world, and the best way to view it is from the air.

Taking off from the Haines Junction Airport your flightseeing tour will take you over the twisting rivers of Kluane National Park before heading deep into the mountains, and eventually to the icefield.

Glaciers appear in every direction, and jagged peaks pierce the sky. Seeing the expanse of Kluane National Park from this angle is a truly phenomenal experience, and something that will stay with you for years to come.

Check out our detailed post about our Kluane flightseeing tour.

No trip to the Yukon is complete without learning all about the fascinating First Nations culture and history.

The indigenous people of the Pacific Northwest have been a part of the region for thousands of years, and thankfully up in this territory their roles and culture have been fully embraced.

The Da Ku Cultural Centre in Haines Junction is a tribute to their story, and the exhibitions are incredibly well done.

You’ll find artefacts, beautiful pieces of art, interactive exhibits and a wealth of information, allowing you to get a better understanding of the First Nations people of the area.

It’s completely free to visit, and is located right next to the Haines Junction Visitors Centre.

When we swung by the Haines Junction Visitors Centre and asked the park ranger what her favourite hike was in the area, she responded without hesitation that it was the Auriol Trail.

The trailhead to this hike is just 7km south of Haines Junction, off the side of the highway, so in terms of accessibility, it’s pretty perfect.

The 15km loop is fairly easy, with very little elevation gain, but the views you are treated to are awe-inspiring.

Once you pass through the forest you hit a large plain, with the peaks of the national park rising up in the distance. It’s definitely one of the best things to do in Haines Junction!

The hike only takes a few hours, so it’s something you can fit in after taking the flightseeing tour. Make sure you stop by the visitor’s centre for up-to-date information on the trail conditions and bring bear spray.

Where to Stay in Haines Junction Yukon

The accommodation options in Haines Junction Yukon are quite limited, and for the most part they are fairly standard abodes, but there’s one place just outside of town that is well worth stopping off at for a few nights!

10 minutes out of town along the Alaskan Highway, the Mount Logan Lodge is redefining what comfort and hospitality is in the Yukon.

The traditional log cabin lodge is set in a picturesque spot, with pine trees surrounding the property and spectacular mountains forming the backdrop.

They have a number of various accommodation options available, including a yurt (yep, a real yurt!) , a bus converted into a guesthouse and a number of bedrooms in the main lodge.

If you want something elegant and spacious or are travelling as a small family, go for the suite upstairs. It’s huge with lots of sitting areas and plenty of windows and a balcony giving magnificent, elevated views over the region.

The owners, Roxanne and David, are amazing people as well, and offer what might just be the best service in Haines Junction Yukon.

Breakfast is included every morning, and if you’d like you can join them for a home-cooked meal every night. Roxanne is a phenomenal chef, often using ingredients she’s grown herself on the property, so you’re guaranteed to have a meal to remember!

While they are a bit more expensive than other places in town, you can’t compare the level of quality and service that Mount Logan Lodge gives.

Book direct with Mount Logan Lodge for the best prices, and tell Roxy and Dave we said hi!

Day 4 – Haines Junction to Haines, Alaska (238km)

Once you’ve explored the best that Haines Junction and the Kluane National Park has to offer, it’s time to continue your Yukon road trip!

The next part of the Golden Circle Route will take you briefly through British Columbia and across the border to the United States, and to the pretty seaside town of Haines.

As to be expected on pretty much every mile of this journey, the scenery is outstanding, so you should leave early and give yourself plenty of time on day 4 to stop off along the way and make the most of the landscape.

Once you get out of Haines Junction your first stop will most likely be Kathleen Lake. The viewpoint from the road is lovely, and you’ll get an amazing perspective of just how large this lake is.

More lakes will keep appearing, and the further you drive you’ll start to notice the landscape change as you slowly lower in altitude.

You’re bound to be amazed at how lush the terrain is as you approach the international border crossing into the United States.

Entering the country is fairly straightforward. You drive past the Canadian border patrol and continue onto the US office. You stop your car at the gate and chat to the customs and immigration officer.

As Australians, we were asked to park the car and come into the building for final processing.

The guys were friendly, and it was just a matter of formalities to be let into the US.

Continuing on your drive, you soon join the Chilkat River, which is absolutely stunning and home to a huge number of bald eagles.

Be sure to pull over at all the parking lots on the side of the road to jump out, check out the views, and see if you can spot these majestic creatures.

You twist and weave between deep valleys, with the river widening on your right, until you head into the beautiful town of Haines, Alaska.

It should be around lunchtime now, so stop into a cafe or restaurant for a meal (we had some sandwiches at the Rusty Compass Cafe, which were lovely), then get out exploring!

Things to Do in Haines

Haines is a small town, but there are quite a few things you can do, depending on how much time you want to spend here and your interests.

We’re going to level with you…This was the number one thing we wanted to do in Haines!

A short drive from town is the Chilkoot River, flowing out of Chilkoot Lake and spilling into the Chilkoot Inlet. While the beauty of this region should be enough to bring you here anyway, there’s something else that makes this spot truly incredible.

During the autumn months the river fills with spawning salmon, and this attracts a large population of grizzly bears who come to feed on the abundance of fresh food.

As you drive along the road to the lake, keep an eye out on the river to your right, and you might get lucky and spot a hungry bear (or 12!) fishing for salmon.

You can park your car and walk right to the edge of the river to admire these powerful creatures feeding, but please keep in mind that these are EXTREMELY dangerous wild animals.

Do not get too close to the bears, do not get anywhere near a bear cub, and do not do anything to draw attention to yourself.

Stay close to your car at all times, so if a bear gets spooked or approaches, you can quickly retreat to your vehicle.

With those precautions in place, this is a thrilling place to see grizzlies up close in the wild. The best time to see them is early in the morning or at dusk.

Have a read of our travel photography tips to help you capture some beautiful pictures from your holiday.

The peninsula that juts out between the Chilkoot Inlet and Chilkat Inlet is a spectacular drive, and you’ll be given lovely views of the mountains on both sides of Haines.

You can head out to Mud Bay and go for a short hike, or simply drive to the end of the road and admire the beauty of the spectacular inlet.

If you give yourself a full day in Haines then you should definitely look at booking a sea kayaking tour.

These trips last from 4 to 7 hours and let you get right into some epic little coves. If you’re really lucky you might even get the chance to spot some of Alaska’s big wildlife, such as bald eagles, grizzly bears and maybe even whales.

Haines’s remote location and the frequency of cruise ship visitors hitting town in the summer make it an expensive town, so trying to stay here on a budget will either come down to parking up at the campground or finding a spot to park your RV.

If you don’t have your own gear to set up camp, you’ll have to opt for one of the basic guesthouses in town . Note that a lot of these are only open in the summertime.

Day 5 – Haines to Skagway, Alaska (The Ferry)

Have a bit of a lie-in and leisurely breakfast, because the morning is more or less yours to enjoy. But if you are an early riser, we recommend heading back to Chilkoot River to see the grizzlies again!

Otherwise you can spend the morning walking around town, checking out some First Nations art and exploring the waterside.

Once the afternoon comes around it’s time to continue the Golden Circle Route, and the best way to do that is to take the car ferry from Haines to Skagway.

This particular trip is quite short (lasting only an hour), but has to-be-expected magnificent views as the boat navigates through the inlets towards the popular cruise ship destination.

Most of the ferries leave around lunchtime, which means you’ll get to Skagway, Alaska with the afternoon to hang out and learn more about the Klondike Gold Rush history that this region is famous for!

Tip – Make sure you book the ferry ride well ahead of time, as there’s only one a day that can take vehicles.

Haines Skagway Ferry Golden Circle Route

Things to Do in Skagway, Alaska

Skagway is a beautiful small town, and if you’re interested in learning more about the Klondike Gold Rush , then you’re in the right place.

When gold was discovered at Bonanza Creek near Dawson City in 1896, thousands of prospectors made their way up from the US and southern Canada with the hopes of striking it rich.

The most direct route was through the Inside Passage, finishing the boat journey in Skagway before continuing overland into the Yukon.

As such Skagway become an enormous transport hub for people both coming and going, from the gold-rich creeks further north.

Today the town feels like it’s still stuck back in time in the ‘golden’ era, with timber buildings and old saloons to grab a drink at. If you’re into the Klondike Gold Rush, you’ll find plenty of things to do in Skagway.

By far the number one attraction in Skagway is the White Pass and Yukon Route train ride up the Chilkoot Pass.

When gold rush prospectors flooded into Skagway they were confronted by harsh mountains that blocked their journey further north.

They had two options to push deeper into the Yukon – Either take the steep and challenging Chilkoot Trail to the summit of the pass, or take the longer White Pass Route.

Both trails were fraught with danger, and so in 1897 George Brackett built a toll-road through the mountains using his own money. The toll gate was largely ignored by the prospectors, and he fell into financial despair.

In 1898 two railroad investors, Sir Thomas Tancrede and Michael J. Heney, travelled to Skagway and developed the idea to build a railway through the White Pass.

They leased Brackett’s failed road off of him for $110’000, set to work on the arduous and expensive construction of the rail, and by the beginning of 1899 the passenger train journey to the summit of Chilkoot Pass was completed, opening the flood gates to the north.

Fast forward to today and the train still makes its once perilous 20-mile journey from Skagway to the top of the pass, but this time transporting tourists rather than prospectors and cargo.

It’s a spectacular train ride, offering unrivalled views of the valleys and mountains above the town. You travel in an old-fashion coach with large windows so none of the scenery is missed.

The whole journey takes just under 3 hours, and is the number one thing to do in Skagway!

Make sure you book this ahead of time though, because if you happen to be in Skagway on a day that a cruise ship is in, you might have a hard time getting a spot.

With so much Klondike Gold Rush history in the area, one of the best things you can do is simply wander around the streets and learn as much as you can.

The best place to this is at the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park Visitor Center, but once you’ve finished stocking up on information there, just check out the other cool spots in Skagway.

Skagway has a number of accommodation options, but they are quite few and far between to be honest, just like Haines across the water.

If you’re not in your own RV then you might want to look at the places on Booking.com to make sure you get a place to stay.

Day 6 – Skagway to Carcross, Yukon (105km)

It’s time to keep moving on the Golden Circle Route and your Yukon road trip and actually return back to Canada!

Once you hit the road from Skagway on day 6 you start climbing up through the mountain range, in much the same way the train did the previous day, until you hit the Canadian border crossing.

Hopefully another quick and painless process, and then you’ll be on your way into some of the most unique scenery of the entire trip!

After days of dense forests and snow-capped peaks, it now appears as though you’ve driven into another planet.

The lunar landscape between the US/Canadian border and Carcross is a sight to behold, with bare, layered rocks stretching out to dirt-covered mountains.

Glistening blue lakes shimmer brightly in the sunlight, nestled amongst the rugged terrain. Make sure your camera batteries are charged because you’ll be stopping to take a lot of photos.

Along the way is another big attraction you can stop off at – the Yukon Suspension Bridge.

Rising 20m above the rapids of the Tutshi River, you can walk across this swaying 60m long suspension bridge, and if you have a slight fear of heights it’s bound to get your heart racing.

At CAD$18 (plus tax) per person though, it’s a pretty expensive excursion for what it is.

And considering it’ll only take up a few minutes of your time if you don’t visit the museum, we recommend saving your money and skipping it, unless you have a thing for suspension bridges.

You’ll eventually break through the rugged mountains and into the Southern Lakes region, which brings on a whole new beauty in itself.

Stop by in Carcross to check out the First Nations art (more on that below), and then head to your accommodation for the night in Tagish.

Things to Do in Carcross

Carcross is actually one of the oldest towns in the Yukon, and despite its tiny size, you could easily spend an hour or two walking around the village.

With its strong First Nations history, one of the best things to do in Carcross is simply head downtown and wander around the Carcross Commons.

This cute collection of souvenir stores and cafes surrounding a purpose-built square are adorned with marvellous First Nations art, which you can’t help but be amazed by.

Besides the large paintings on the walls, the main focal point in the Carcross Commons is the totem poles.

These intricately-carved wonders have been expertly created by some of the region’s best artists, and each one has a story to tell.

Make sure you read all the plaques about the First Nations history!

Carcross Commons First Nations Art Yukon Road Trip

Just south of Carcross on the South Klondike Highway lies Montana Mountain, a stratavolcano with unique geological formations and incredible views.

Hiking the Montana Mountain trail is one of the best things to do in the area for those who love a challenging, outdoor adventure.

The trail is 15km total, but it’s not too difficult. Most people complete the entire hike in 5-6 hours.

Majestic views of the surrounding mountains follow you the entire hike. Caribou also roam the area, so you may be lucky enough to see some! Just be sure to keep your distance if you do see any wildlife.

Mountain biking is also a popular activity on Montana Mountain. Check out Montana Mountain Bike Park for some of the Yukon’s best mountain biking trails.

Often referred to as the ‘world’s smallest desert’, the Carcross Desert is one of the more unique things you’ll see on this Yukon road trip.

If you took away the mountains and pine trees in the distance, and instead focused on the rolling dunes and sand plains that make up the 1 square mile block, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were in the Sahara or the Gobi.

The truth is though that it isn’t actually a desert, it’s just a series of dunes. Don’t let that stop you from stopping off and wandering around the place though.

The town of Carcross itself is quite limited with its accommodations, so instead head out of town and stay at the fabulous Southern Lakes Resort.

This amazing collection of log cabins is set on Tagish Lake, about 30 minutes from Carcross, and you’ll be hard-pressed to find another place that quite compares to it on Yukon’s Golden Circle Route.

The resort itself has a huge lodge high on a hill and overlooking the lake, so you can kick back at the end of the day with a craft beer in hand and enjoy amazing views.

If you’re a foodie then you’re in for a real treat too, as Bruno, the head chef, serves up some absolutely incredible meals every night!

He focuses on adding a unique flair to traditional dishes, and often with locally-sourced ingredients. Even if you’re not staying here, it’s worth stopping by for a meal!

The accommodation is also phenomenal. Large, spacious log cabins with vistas over the lake ensure you’ll feel like you’re in a natural wonderland.

The beds are comfortable, and you can monitor the temperature with an electric thermostat, so you’ll never get to hot or too cold, despite the weather outside.

If you love being active as well it’s a great spot to hang out, as you can rent kayaks and canoes to paddle off from their private dock and explore the glorious Tagish Lake.

One of the real highlights of Southern Lakes Resort is the chance to see the Aurora Borealis. We were very lucky and saw the Northern Lights on both nights we were there, and this was in September when they’re not actually at their peak!

If you’re looking for an excellent place to stay in Carcross during your Yukon road trip, we recommend driving a little bit further to Tagish and hanging out at Southern Lakes Resort.

Get in touch with them on their website to book a log cabin.

The final leg from Carcross to Whitehorse on day 7 will mark the end of your short Yukon road trip along the Golden Circle Route, but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to see along the way!

You can hit the road from Tagish and head towards Jake’s Corner, then drive up the Alaska Highway towards Whitehorse. But we recommend heading back the way you came and taking the south Klondike Highway to see another awesome spot.

Not far past Carcross, you’ll drive right between two of the most beautiful lakes you’ll ever see – Emerald Lake and Spirit Lake.

There’s a large carpark to the side of the highway so you can pull over and marvel at these turquoise gems in the shadows of large mountains.

We have to admit that these two lakes were our favourites on the entire road trip!

Once you connect back up with the Alaska Highway it’s a pretty straight forward drive all the way into Whitehorse, so you’ll probably make it back in time to have lunch and enjoy a well-earned beer.

After spending 7 days driving the world-famous Golden Circle Route, we can safely say that it was the perfect way to explore the territory on our first ever Yukon road trip.

It provided a fascinating diversity in not just the mountainous terrain that this part of Canada is famous for, but also gave the opportunity to dive into the history of the Klondike Gold Rush.

Add it to your bucket list!

The tourist season in the Yukon is usually limited to summer, unless you’re the kind of person that loves cold weather, deep snow and winter activities like skiing, dog sledding and snowshoeing.

The typical time to drive around the Yukon is from April to November , with the peak season being June, July and August.

That being said though, we believe that there really is only one perfect time to drive around the Yukon. Autumn.

In September and October the trees start to change colour and are filled with deep violets, oranges, reds and yellows, giving the already spectacular scenery a life of its own.

You just cannot beat Canada in the Fall, so that’s why we recommend that if you’re planning your epic Yukon road trip, especially around the Golden Circle Route, that you explore the region in September and October.

Tips for a Yukon Road Trip

There are a few tips we want to share with you to help you get the most out of your Golden Circle Yukon road trip.

The roads along the Golden Circle Route are pretty good, but there are plenty of times that you’ll want to veer off the main highway and check out some of the harder-to-reach places.

For this we recommend renting at the very least an SUV, and if you can afford it getting a large truck.

It’s also much safer in case you have a collision with an animal, which in this part of Canada is entirely possible.

The best way to get around is to rent a car and explore on your own! We recommend Rental Cars , which has the largest range of vehicles for the best value on the market.

You can go quite a long way between fuel stations on the Golden Circle Route. Do yourself a favour and fill up whenever you see your fuel tank getting close to half and you come across a station.

Even though the Yukon is a fairly remote place and doesn’t receive a lot of visitors, outside of Whitehorse there just isn’t a huge number of accommodation options.

If you have your own RV or camping gear, then you don’t have to worry. But if you are travelling around like we were, with a vehicle and relying on guesthouses, you should book things ahead of time.

This is so you don’t show up in a town like Haines Junction and find all the good places (ie Mount Logan Lodge) are gone, leaving you with a run-down highway motel.

The tours can also book out a few days in advance, so if you know you’re going to be somewhere give the operators a call and see if you should make a reservation.

Even though we drove to Haines Junction first and did the loop counter-clockwise, the truth is you can drive this trip in either direction and you’ll still have an amazing time.

You’ll be crossing the border into the US, so don’t leave your passport behind!

Don’t let the relatively short distances on the Golden Circle Route fool you. There’s a good chance that any one leg could take you all day with all the stops you’ll be making as you go.

Make sure you start your days early, and have some snacks with you to keep you energised on the road.

Outside of the big towns don’t expect to get much phone signal on the Golden Circle Route. That means you’ll have to post your Instagram pics that night!

Don’t let that scare you though in terms of safety. If you break down you’ll probably only have to wait 10-15 minutes max before an overlander or friendly local drives by.

Our Yukon road trip was made possible thanks to our partnership with Destination Canada and Travel Yukon. All thoughts, opinions, and thousands of photos taken of grizzly bears eating salmon are, as always, our own.

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How to Road Trip the Yukon on a Budget

Tombstone Territorial Park near the Dempster Highway in Yukon, Canada

Canada is home to some of the most pristine and unspoiled landscapes in the world. One of the country’s most scenic regions is the Yukon. In this guest post, writer Ethan Jakob Craft shares his tips and advice to help you road trip the region on a budget.

Tucked away in Canada’s northwestern corner is the Yukon Territory, a veritable paradise home to just 35,000 people and endless top-notch wilderness. The Yukon is dominated by thick boreal forest in the south and treeless tundra in the north and dotted with rugged peaks and lakeside beaches in between.

I first visited the territory at age 7 as a half-day shore excursion on an Alaskan cruise (yes, the border really is that close), and didn’t know what to make of it. But returning as an adult, it blew my expectations away.

Due to its sheer size and limited public transit options, I found the Yukon to be an ideal place for a Canadian road trip. Two weeks is perfect for covering the best of what the territory has to offer by car, taking you to both historic towns and untamed wilderness.

With a little bit of northern know-how, I took a summer road trip there on the cheap, and you can too using this handy guide that includes all of the territory’s most famous sights (plus some off-the-beaten-path excitement, too!).

Days 1–3: Whitehorse

Miles Canyon near Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada

I’d liken Whitehorse to an Austin or Portland of the North; it’s one of the hippest cities I’ve seen in Western Canada. With three days to enjoy, here are some things to do:

Take in some local history — The four-story MacBride Museum of Yukon History downtown covers every aspect of the territory, with exhibits on the region’s wildlife, art, and Indigenous peoples; the Alaska Highway; and the Klondike Gold Rush, to name just a few.
Hike Miles Canyon — South of town, the Yukon River has carved a deep canyon that is now home to a network of hiking and biking trails, all anchored by the Miles Canyon Suspension Bridge. According to almost every local I spoke to, the bright blue water here offers the most scenic view in town!
Eat at the Fireweed Market — If you’re lucky enough to be visiting on a Thursday evening in the summer, swing by the territory’s largest outdoor market . It’s a delicious mix of food trucks, bakers, local artisans, and buskers that gives the markets in Toronto (my hometown) a run for their money. But get here early — some of the locals’ favorite treats can sell out quickly.
Train with Iditarod sled dogs — Dog lovers, rejoice! In winter, head to the outskirts of Whitehorse to find a range of local sled-dog champions who are happy to offer kennel visits and training runs with a team of race-ready huskies. And don’t worry, you can still visit in the summer (just be ready to race in an ATV instead of a sled). I used Alayuk Adventures near Mt. Lorne and have nothing but praise for Marcelle and her dogs.
Tour the S.S. Klondike — Now permanently dry-docked next to the river it used to ply, this historic touring ship operated by Parks Canada gives you the run-down on the long and haphazard history of Yukon River paddle wheelers, all while onboard one of the largest ones ever built.

Where to stay

Town & Mountain Hotel — Like everything in the Yukon, lodging comes at a premium, though this hotel on Main Street appears to offer a fair deal at all times of the year, as well as free parking and an on-site lounge.
Beez Kneez Bakpakers — The only true hostel in Whitehorse, Beez Kneez is full of perks, including free Wi-Fi, free coffee, laundry service, and a full kitchen.

Tip : Get gas before leaving major population centers. Not only can it be up to 50% more expensive at smaller stations in the backcountry, but you don’t want to risk running out of fuel in the Yukon wilderness. In the far north, you can drive hundreds of miles between gas stations, so fill up wherever you can.

Days 4–5: Dawson City

The Kissing Buildings in Dawson City, Yukon, Canada

The drive to Dawson City can be done in as little as five hours from Whitehorse, but that’s without accounting for the numerous viewpoints, roadside hikes, and likely construction delays en route.

Here are a handful of things I’d recommend during your first of two stays in Dawson:

Downtown Hotel — This property is one of the cheapest in town, and offers perks for guests. When I checked in, I got 2-for-1 drink coupons at its bar (the famed Sourdough Saloon) and a discount at the in-house Jack London Grill.
Dawson City River Hostel — Situated in West Dawson, this is the northernmost hostel in Canada! Long a hit with backpackers (especially Europeans), it offers dorms, private rooms, a sauna, and even free bicycle parts. No credit cards.

Days 6-8: The Dempster Highway

The Yukon portion of the highway runs for about 300 miles (482km) through the Tombstone mountain range and endless pristine wilderness, crossing the Arctic Circle. While the drive was tough on both me and my vehicle, the sights and experiences along the way were worth it:

Hike Tombstone Territorial Park — I think the most striking scenery on the Dempster Highway can be found just an hour into the drive, where you can enjoy jagged mountains and snaking rivers in this no-fee, off-trail territorial park. I stopped by the Visitor Center at kilometer 71 for all the information I needed.
Stand on the Arctic Circle — There’s no better photo op to prove you experienced the True North than standing on the Arctic Circle, 30 minutes north of Eagle Plains, the only settlement in the area. Soon after, the tree line ends and you’ll be driving through barren tundra.
See the Midnight Sun or Northern Lights — Depending on the season, you will likely be far enough north to see either 24-hour darkness and the aurora borealis, or 24-hour daylight when the sun never sets. Bring a flashlight or an eye mask accordingly.
Watch wildlife — Black bears, marmots, foxes, moose, eagles, and herds of caribou so dense they darken the tundra are just a handful of the animals you might encounter on the Dempster Highway. Personally, I saw more wildlife on this stretch of road than I did in the rest of the territory combined. Binoculars are encouraged!

Tip : Prep your car! I cannot stress this enough: the Dempster Highway will batter your car, no matter how rugged it is. Axle-snapping potholes, shredded tires, and broken windshields are not uncommon. At best, you’ll get away with a layer of inch-thick mud. Experienced truckers recommend having at least one full-size spare tire, road flares, a satellite phone, and a 4×4 vehicle (though I did it with no issues in a four-door sedan). Check road conditions here .

Eagle Plains Motel — This place isn’t cheap, but it is clean, warm — and your only lodging option for 250 miles in either direction.
Camping — The Yukon government operates a handful of self-register campsites for both tents and RVs along the Dempster Highway. All government campgrounds are cash-only, but they are inexpensive and operate on the honor system.

Note : If you’re renting a car for your Yukon trip, make sure you are allowed to take it on the Dempster Highway — and any other unpaved roads, for that matter. Due to the route’s rough nature, some rental agencies charge an additional fee for Dempster driving, while others ban it outright. For the best deals, use Discover Cars .

Days 9–10: Dawson City

A wooden sign declaring the Arctic Circle in Yukon, Canada

Check out the Dawson City Firefighters Museum — Located at the north end of town, this by-donation museum houses more than a hundred years of Dawson City’s firefighting history. It’s overseen by a former local fire chief who gave me a very personal guided tour of the old trucks he once drove and the blazes he put out.
Have a drink at Bombay Peggy’s — To celebrate the end of your Dempster Highway adventure, head for Bombay Peggy’s. It’s a fully restored brothel that serves the best mixed drinks and martinis in Dawson, according to every local I spoke with. And see if you can find out how Peggy got her nickname!
Explore the “Paddlewheel Graveyard” — Along the riverbank in West Dawson, nearly a dozen paddlewheel ships from the early 1900s have been wrecked on the beach, offering photographers and urban explorers the chance to see some unique Yukon ruins. But don’t make my mistake: bring waterproof shoes if you have a pair.
Press your luck at Gertie’s — There’s not a person in Dawson who won’t point you to Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Gambling Hall for a night of fun. Whether your vice is the casino (like me), the bar (like me), or the nightly can-can dance shows, there’s something for everyone under Gertie’s roof.
The Bunkhouse — Centrally located, this historic hotel has free parking, the fastest Wi-Fi I used in the Yukon, and, if you’re really on a tight budget, smaller private rooms with shared bathrooms.
Camping — Take the free 24-hour ferry over to West Dawson and pitch your tent (or park your RV) at the Yukon River Campground. It’s first-come-first-served, but because the site is one of the largest campgrounds in the territory.

Day 11: Faro

A wintery forest and hills near Faro, Yukon, Canada

Cutting through some of the most unspoiled scenery in North America, this road is arguably more remote than the Arctic Dempster Highway — and depending on weather conditions, it can be even more of a challenge.

After a long day’s drive in the backcountry, your best choice is to overnight in Faro, a small mining community named after a card game . Here are some things to check out:

Visit the Campbell Region Interpretive Centre — There’s no better place to learn the backstory of the Campbell River region and its eponymous explorer than this small-town museum and visitor center, located in the heart of Faro.
Golf — Despite a population of just a few hundred residents, the layout of tiny Faro is unique, because there’s a nine-hole golf course running right through the middle of town. For an afternoon of fun, rent a set of clubs and hit the links at the Far North’s quirkiest green.
Play the lottery — Once known for its zinc mining, the Faro of the 21st century has a new claim to fame: selling a $25 CAD million winning lotto ticket , the largest lottery win in the history of the territory. Years later, townsfolk were still telling me the story. Visit the Discovery Store, the only shop in town, and cross your fingers for a repeat!
Faro Valley View B&B — This B&B’s rates vary with the seasons but never go higher than around $100 CAD in peak season (in winter, rates are about half that). Satellite TV, Wi-Fi, and snacks are all included in the price.
Airbnb — While Airbnb hosts are few and far between in this part of the Yukon, I suggest checking out this hidden gem outside of Faro. An off-the-grid cabin situated in true wilderness, this rustic stay offers homemade baked goods, canoe rentals, and even a vegetable garden to eat from.

Day 12: Watson Lake

Colorful signs in the Signpost Forest in Yukon, Canada

Cross the Ross River Suspension Bridge — Built in the 1940s to support the ill-fated Canol Pipeline, this wooden suspension bridge towers over one of the only other towns on the Campbell Highway. Here, the only signs of human civilization are the rusting hulks of trucks and cranes once used to build the pipeline. Required listening: “Canol Road” by legendary Canadian folk singer Stan Rogers.
Learn about the Northern Lights — In the winter, Watson Lake is one of the most popular places in the territory to view the aurora borealis. But whether or not you’re around to see them in the sky, you can learn about this dazzling phenomenon year-round at the local Northern Lights Centre.
Wander the Sign Post Forest — Any local will tell you, this is the town’s best attraction. Started by a homesick soldier who first posted a sign pointing to his hometown in Illinois, this literal forest has grown to include tens of thousands of road signs, license plates, and other markers from around the world. As a world traveler and license plate collector, this was my version of heaven.
Add a sign — It’s not just permitted to leave your mark on the Sign Post Forest, it’s encouraged! Whether you bring a souvenir sign from home or create your own at the visitor center’s small sign-making station, travelers passing through are the ones who keep this attraction growing.
Air Force Lodge — Located in refurbished World War II barracks, this hotel offers one of the best deals in town, with reasonably priced private rooms (most have shared bathrooms).
Stampeder’s B&B — This B&B is located in the heart of town and is within walking distance of all shops, restaurants, and attractions.

Days 13–15: Whitehorse

An old airplane at the Museum of Transportation in Yukon, Canada

Visit the George Johnston Museum — Located on the shores of Teslin Lake, about halfway between Watson Lake and Whitehorse, this small-town museum focuses on the lives of the local Tlingit Indigenous people and is highly informative.
Swim in the Takhini Hot Pools — These steaming hot springs have been in operation for over a hundred years, warming locals and tourists alike in chilly Whitehorse. If you visit on a day when the temperature is at least -20°C, be sure to enter the Hair Freezing Contest for a chance to win $2,000 CAD.
Take a day trip to Carcross — This is where at age 7 I first laid eyes on the Yukon. With some time to spare, take a trip to this quaint town 45 minutes south of Whitehorse. The terminus of the scenic White Pass & Yukon Railroad that connects to the Alaskan coast, Carcross also lays claim to the oldest store in the Yukon and a patch of sand dunes billed as the world’s northernmost desert.
Drink at the Yukon Brewing Company — In the world of craft brews, the Yukon Brewing Company is known as one of the most prolific brands in Canada’s north. Ales, lagers, and IPAs are all on offer at this famous Whitehorse brewery.
Hot Springs Hostel — This year-round hostel is located next to the Takhini Hot Pools and guests get 20% off.

This two-week itinerary covers almost all the Yukon has to offer in a reasonable amount of time, but, for the true outdoorsman or dedicated explorer, there is much more than can be seen with an additional week: Canada’s highest mountain in Kluane National Park, a perfectly preserved mining town at Keno City, and the scenic White Pass & Yukon Railroad into Alaska, just to name a few.

Yukon is one of the least explored and most underrated parts of Canada. It’s the perfect place for a road trip, to get away from the crowds, and to get closer to nature. Enjoy!

Ethan Jakob Craft is a journalist, dual American-Canadian citizen, and lifelong traveler who visited all 50 U.S. states before he could legally have a beer in any of them. Recent trips have taken him to the Arctic Circle, Mexico, Morocco, and the Azores in his long-term quest to visit every corner of the globe. Ethan is currently based in Toronto, Canada.

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7 Reasons Why You Must Road Trip in Yukon, Canada

Canada has some pretty awesome road trip opportunities across the country but Yukon Territory may be the ultimate grand tour destination.

A drive here features unbelievably wild landscapes, quiet roads, the chance to see captivating wildlife and more . If you like road trips, Yukon should definitely be next on your list and here are seven great reasons why.

Driving a road in Yukon, with mountains in the background and trees in the foreground

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Unparalleled scenery

There is no other word for Yukon’s scenery other than epic. Azure lakes, rugged mountains, endless tundra, mighty rivers, boreal forests….there’s no other place like it!

This is the true wilderness that so many people dream of seeing. In some places, the landscape just seems to go on forever.

With less than 34,000 people living in 474,391 km 2 of land (and with most of these living in Whitehorse), there is a heck of a lot of wilderness in the Yukon.

With this much space, there is enough untouched scenery for everyone to enjoy. If, like us, you prefer to avoid crowds, Yukon Territory is the place to be.

A hiker stands ontop a hill looking out to sweeping views of tundra

Opportunities for adventure

The immense wilderness found in Yukon Territory lends itself very naturally to incredible outdoor adventure opportunities. Drive as far as you like, and then as long as you are capable of being self-sufficient, you can pick a mountain, river or lake to conquer.

In Tombstone Territorial Park, for example, the park guides actively encourage you to leave the trails and hike anywhere you want. How wonderfully liberating!

With all this wilderness in mind, make sure you have the Milepost guidebook on your Yukon road trip. It includes a mile-by-mile breakdown of every Yukon highway. With the Milepost, you won’t miss a thing.

JR on top of the world - Rake Mountain Tombstone Yukon

The unusual and expected

Plenty of people consider Canada’s north to consist of entirely barren landscapes. I bet you wouldn’t have guessed that you can see both tundra and desert while on a road trip in the Yukon!

Or how about a forest of 72,000 signs? A retired aeroplane being used a weather vane? Or better still, a drink with a petrified toe in it?

Maybe you’ll be lucky and see green lights in the night’s sky, or quite possibly no night at all if you visit mid-summer. It’s a strange place up north to say the least!

Looking to book a stay in Whitehorse to start your Yukon road trip adventure?

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JR stands in the middle of a sandy desert, with high hills behind - the Carcross Desert, another must see on a Yukon road trip

Diversity of wildlife

The sheer variety of wildlife that lives in Yukon is pretty darn impressive; grizzly and black bears, wolves, coyote, moose, bison, porcupine, foxes, eagles, falcons and, the Canadian icon, beavers.

And we managed to see all of these on our Yukon road trip! Some friends of ours were even lucky enough to spot a lynx. The muskox is even more elusive, only found in the very north of the territory.

This beautiful coyote (below) was hanging out near the Five Finger rapids on the Yukon River, not far from one of Yukon’s main highways.

Close up of a coyote surrounded by purple flowers

The chance to drive across the Arctic Circle

The Yukon is home to the first two-thirds of the Dempster Highway, Canada’s only all-weather public road to the Arctic.

An epic road trip in its own right, the Dempster Highway offers stunning views of jagged mountains and tundra. Visit in late June/early July to experience an incredible twenty four hours of daylight and seemingly endless fields of wildflowers.

Since 2018, it has been possible to drive all the way to Tuktoyaktuk (NWT) to dip your toes into the Arctic. An unforgettable experience…just remember to bring a decent spare tire and lots of bug spray!

Dirt road leads into the distance - this is the Dempster Highway to the Arctic, Yukon

Yukon Territory’s history and culture

While the territory may only be technically 116 years old, the Yukon has a lot more history than you would expect. Of course, most people know a little something about the 1897 Klondike Gold Rush that brought thousands of aspiring miners to the area. This event helped shape modern Yukon and Canada as familiar to us today.

But did you also know that a quarter of Yukoners identify as having Aboriginal ancestry (compared to around six percent in neighbouring British Columbia)?

We were taken aback by all the kind people who shared their stories and traditions with us, as well as recipes for bannock and Labrador tea. While paddling from Whitehorse to Dawson city, we learned the importance of the Yukon River to First Nation life.

Not long after, we were fortunate enough to experience the Moosehide Gathering, a celebration of Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in history and culture in a traditional village just downriver of Dawson City. I left the Yukon with a new appreciation for a culture I previously knew very little about.

People gather around a fire at the Moosehide Gathering

Yukoners and visitors to the Yukon

From enterprising and eccentric locals eking out a living from the land to travellers looking for wilderness and adventure, the north does attract some interesting folk.

Modern Yukon still has its share of pioneers and characters; I guess you have to be pretty resilient to live out those winters!

We also met plenty of people on or about to start amazing journeys across the territory, Canada or the wider world. While some folks were impressed we had driven the full length of the Dempster Highway, I was more awed by those who had decided to cycle it.

The bright aquamarine waters of Tagish Lake, a roadside attraction in Yukon

Bonus reason you must road trip in Yukon Territory

If your preferred road trip style involves camping, the Yukon Territory is a perfect match! There are over 50 government campgrounds located around Yukon Territory.

These are easily accessible by paved road and offer unreservable sites for $12/night with free firewood, communal cooking shelters and a water source. Typically located next to lakes and other water sources, Yukon’s government campgrounds are usually surrounded by beautiful views and nature.

We still did a fair bit of free wild camping too in Yukon but it’s hard to beat paying $12 for a well kept campsite with free wood. End each day of your epic road trip in Yukon with a campfire under the stars.

Firepit, wood and picnic table with blue van in background at Million Dollar Falls campground in Yukon

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Josephine Babou

Wednesday 26th of September 2018

Would 10 days be sufficient to do Yukon-Alaska golden circle route? If not what would your suggestion be?

Thursday 4th of October 2018

Hi Josephine, sorry for the late reply, we have been on a week long canoe trip. I wasn't familiar with the 'Golden Circle' terminology but having Googled it, I would say a six or seven days minimum and then extra depending on your interests e.g. hiking, fishing etc. When I was in Haines I was tempted visit Juneau for the day, but had to cancel due to bad weather.

Saturday 10th of June 2017

Great blog Gemma, thanks for sharing your beautiful photos. Quick question, where was the last photo taken, the "another day, another roadside lake"? We are visiting in a few weeks and would love to go there. Dan

Sunday 11th of June 2017

The lake is Tagish Lake and it was taken near Carcross. Have a great time on your trip! Thanks for the comment

Brandon @ Green Global Travel

Sunday 1st of February 2015

Wow, The Yukon seems like a really cool way to be thrifty, yet have an awesome experience in the outdoors.

Wednesday 4th of February 2015

While gas and food expenses may be high in the Yukon, the sights to see are all around are very free :) Thanks for your comment Brandon

Paul Getson

Tuesday 14th of October 2014

The Yukon is also home to the Bluefish Caves, which has been dated to having 'allegedly human' worked mammoth bone, dated to 28,000 y.b.p., although it's not reachable via roads.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bluefish_Caves

Beautiful place, and even though we have a long winter, there's usually no major storms to contend with compared to the rest of Canada.

Wow, the Bluefish Caves sound incredible Paul. I was really intrigued about visiting the Old Crow area. I imagine you would have to fly in to see the Bluefish Caves? Thanks for your comment!

Sunday 12th of October 2014

Wow, the Yukon has been on my bucket list for a long time, these pics are amazing!

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Thanks Lizzie! I hope you get up to the Yukon soon! Let me know if you need any tips or advice.

The Ultimate Two Week Yukon Road Trip Itinerary

Last updated on June 1st, 2023 at 03:16 pm

We were lucky enough to spend two weeks in the Yukon this summer but it would be easy to spend so much longer. I put together our two week Yukon road trip itinerary, it gives just a taste of what the Yukon has to offer, I wish we had a month there but the real world was calling, so instead, we will have to go back with our now huge list of things we want to do!

Our two week Yukon road trip itinerary includes all the key hot spots, along with details on where to camp and what to do in each place. The Yukon is filled with amazing campgrounds and if you are on a budget I can’t recommend camping on your road trip, the provincial campgrounds are in all the key spots you’ll want to check out and there are also some incredible private campgrounds where you can grab a much needed shower and do laundry.

Getting To The Yukon

For our Yukon road trip, we drove the Alaska Highway through British Columbia to the Yukon, if you have the means and the time, this is a gorgeous drive, however, it is a long drive and if you are short on time, can eat into your trip. However with stunning spots like Muncho Lake and of course a dip in the Liard Hot Springs , it is absolutely worth driving up if you have the time.

You can also fly to the Yukon, with Whitehorse having the largest airport, most large Canadian airports have flights to the Yukon and from here you can rent a car for a Yukon road trip. However check the terms of your rental, if you are planning on driving the Dempster Highway as part of the trip, some rental companies do not allow their rental cars to be driven on this rough road!

When To Plan A Yukon Road Trip

The Yukon is beautiful at any time of the year, however to see the most I’d recommend planning your Yukon road trip for the summer months. Mid June to Mid September are optimal, with long days of sunlight and snow free roads and trails. This is the perfect time to be able to explore everything the Yukon has to offer.

Winter has its own benefits, being much quieter, however travel can be harder and the temperatures can be extremely cold. There is also not much daylight during the winter months. However for those hunting to see the Aurora Borealis, the winter months, may be the perfect time to visit the Yukon.

Two Week Yukon Road Trip Itinerary

Day 1: watson lake to kluane national park.

If you are driving the Alaska Highway, the town of Watson Lake will be the first major civilisation you may have seen in a while and the start of your Yukon road trip. There is a grocery store here, so stock up on snacks and goodies for the rest of the trip. Along with this Watson Lake is probably most well known for its signpost forest.

This is a pretty crazy spot and a must stop at if you are passing through. I couldn’t believe just how extensive the signpost forest was. You can really lose time looking around and checking out all the signs. If you have the time, there is a provincial campground here on the lake which could make a great overnight spot.

Otherwise it’s onwards along the Alaska Highway towards Whitehorse. We headed didn’t stop at Whitehorse on our way through because we needed to be in Kluane National Park early the following day. However even if you are just driving through, this is the best spot to grab a lot of groceries with plenty of large stores and a Canadian Tire for anything you may have forgotten.

Just over an hour further along the highway, you will be in Haines Junction. A small town with some motels, gas stations and restaurants. We stayed at the Pine Lake provincial campground the first night, just outside of town. This spot is clearly popular, right on Pine Lake but a short drive to town.

Day 2: Kluane National Park

Day two on our Yukon road trip we woke early and packed up our tent. We had a flightseeing tour booked departing from the airstrip, which was conveniently located almost right beside the Pine Lake Campground. We took the Super Logan flightseeing tour and it was incredible to see the world’s largest non polar icefields along with the highest peak in Canada. Easily the biggest splurge of our trip, I’d do it again in a heartbeat.

After we landed we hopped back onto the road and drove into Kluane National Park, to Kathleen Lake. This gorgeous spot is also home to a Parks Canada managed campground, which is where we spent the night.

The lake offers lots of recreation opportunities from canoeing to hiking. There is a short and easy walk along the beginning of the lake. However there are also scrambles such as the Kings Throne for those who want to really get moving.

Day 3: Kluane National Park to Whitehorse

There is plenty to do around Kluane National Park and Haines Junction. It would be easy to spend more time here if we had it, with so many incredible trails and lakes to explore. We will be back!

For day three of our Yukon road trip we left Kluane National Park and headed to Whitehorse. We had been of the road for a few weeks prior to getting to the Yukon and needed to do some serious grocery shopping and laundry. We booked a night at the Caribou RV Park just outside Whitehorse. It had rave reviews and really did live up to them. The showers here were easily the best we had on our roadtrip.

Day 4: Whitehorse

Whitehorse has everything you could possible need. We spent day four of our Yukon road trip in town, stocking up on groceries and mosquito coils before heading north the following day.

The weather was good so we also spent some time checking out the incredible Miles Canyon. This incredible spot is a must see while in Whitehorse. If you have all day you can walk from Whitehorse and do a loop. For those shorter on time there is a parking area signed from the Alaska Highway which leaves you a short walk to the canyon and it’s suspension bridge. From here you can walk as far as you like before turning back.

Day 5: Whitehorse to Dawson City

It is around a six hour drive between Whitehorse and Dawson city for this stretch of our Yukon road trip. There aren’t any major places along the road but there are a few gas stations in case you need to fill up or grab some snacks or a drink.

Once we got to Dawson City we headed along the main road which followed the river to the ferry. Once across the mighty Yukon River there is a provincial campground on the other side. The Yukon River campground is ideally located to explore all the Dawson City has to offer. It has River side sites and more treed sites. Better still its a five minute walk to the ferry and once you are across the river you are in downtown.

Day 6: Dawson City to Tombstone Territorial Park

Backtracking from Dawson City along the highway, you’ll reach a sign for the Arctic Circle and the Dempster Highway. Turn here and start heading up the gravel road. The Dempster Highway is notorious for being a car destroyer. Especially tires! So make sure you have a spare…or two before heading up this road on your Yukon road trip.

Just over an hour after starting on the Dempster Highway, depending on road conditions, you’ll find yourself at the Tombstone Territorial Park visitor centre. This informative centre is filled with information about the wildlife, flora and fauna as well as the history of this incredible place.

Just up the road is the only front country campground in the park, a perfect base to explore Tombstone Territorial Park from with lots of day hiking and sightseeing opportunities nearby.

Day 7-10: Backpacking in Tombstone

We were lucky enough to secure permits to backpack to Grizzly, Divide and Talus Lakes in Tombstone Territorial Park . If this is something you want to do, I’d recommend booking your permits on the day booking opens via the Yukon Government website . It is a very popular trail, for good reason, it is stunning! However it was considerably harder than we expected as two people who were used to hiking the mountains. The steepness is not to be taken lightly!

You have numerous options, many people just backpack and spend one night and Grizzly Lake, which is gorgeous. If you have it in you for more, you can scale a mountain pass and enter the next valley over which is home to Divide and Talus Lakes, both have campgrounds at them.

backpacking into tombstone territorial park

Once you’ve managed to get over the incredible steep Glissade Pass it is worth spending at least two nights either at Divide Lake with a day hike to Talus Lake or a night at each lake. You’ll probably also need a night at Grizzly Lake on the way out to save having a huge day hiking out from Talus or Divide Lake with a lot of elevation gain.

If you don’t secure permits or don’t want to go backpacking, the day hike to the viewpoint on the trail will give you a spectacular view looking down the valley towards Grizzly Lake and is well worth doing but there’s plenty of elevation gain on this section!

Alternate: Drive the Dempster Highway to the Arctic Circle

If you aren’t into backpacking but want to see the best the area has to offer, continuing up the Dempster Highway to the Arctic Circle is another incredible option and one we will be back to do when we have more time.

The road is rough and cell reception is limited or non-existent so you must be self-sufficient if you are going to take this trip. Shortly before the Arctic Circle you’ll come across the town of Eagle Plains which offers a few essentials, including a hotel, but you’ll need to book in advance.

Day 11: Dawson City

After finishing our backpacking trip we headed back to Dawson City and the Yukon River Campground. We stopped at the RV park in downtown Dawson City and paid three bucks for a much needed shower before heading across the river to set up camp.

Dawson City is packed with history from the gold rush Era. Check out the docked SS Keno just beside the river for a look at the transportation options during the gold rush. There are also tours which will take you to pan for gold to see if you can win big.

If you are looking for brilliant views over Dawson City and the Yukon River, head up to the Midnight Dome, you can drive or hike up this gorgeous viewpoint.

Don’t forget to do the sour toe shot at the Sourdough Saloon in the Downtown Hotel. This right of passage is unusual but for many a must do during a stop in Dawson City with over 95,000 people having done it!

Day 12: Dawson City to Whitehorse

As our Yukon road trip started to wind down, we headed back to Whitehorse. A slow drive since when we visited a forest fire had passed across the highway a few days prior so there was lots of traffic control.

Once back in Whitehorse, we stocked back up at the grocery store and grabbed a bite to eat before heading back to spend the night at the Caribou RV Park.

Day 13: Whitehorse

Our last full day on our Yukon road trip was spent in Whitehorse. There are museums to explore such as the Yukon Transportation Museum and next door is the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre, which we decided to visit. This museum goes back in time to look at when North America and Asia were joined by a land bridge. The exhibits are phenomenal and you can easily spend a few hours here exploring.

Then we headed down to the river to visit the National Historic Site, the SS Klondike. A sternwheeler from the gold rush days. While we were there the boat was closed to visitors but there were plenty of great information boards around the outside of the boat.

We headed out of Whitehorse and camped at the provincially managed campground, Marsh Lake, just off of the Alaska Highway. A beautiful but busy spot on the lake shore. A great place to spend the night.

Day 14: Whitehorse Towards Home

Since we drove up for our Yukon road trip, today we headed back south on the Alaska Highway, leaving the Yukon behind, next stop Liard Hot Springs campground in Northern BC for a sleep and a soak on the way home.

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RVing in the Yukon: Slow Down and Enjoy This RVers Utopia

September 9, 2019

Many American RVers have Alaska on their bucket list and for them, Canada’s Yukon is just a pit stop along the way.

But for me, The Yukon (as the locals still call it) was a mysterious wilderness that called to me and in the summer of 2018, she was my destination. With a tiny population and far fewer tourists than Alaska, Yukon still feels untouched and is an RVers paradise!

Camping in Yukon

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Camping in Yukon is easy thanks to the Yukon Government Campgrounds. In contrast to expensive, and often crowded, state and provincial parks across North America, these rustic territorial campgrounds offer affordable, dry, RV camping at scenic locations throughout Yukon. No need to reserve ahead: sites are available on a first come, first served basis and payment is by cash to the iron ranger. They even include free firewood with your stay.

Yukon’s capital city is Whitehorse, so named for the rushing rapids of the Whitehorse River which claimed more than a few lives of desperate prospectors during the heady days of the 1896 Klondike gold rush.

Yukon Territory’s entire population is around 40,000 people, with three quarters of them living in the capital. Whitehorse is RV friendly and the city makes tourists feel welcome! The Yukon Visitor Information Centre in downtown Whitehorse has designated pull-through RV spots with free all day parking, while multiple RV parks around the city offer a variety of camping options. We were allowed to park our RV free overnight in the gravel lot beside the library at the Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre, right on the Yukon River. Alternately, just a 10 minute drive from the Visitor Centre, Long Lake Overlook offers quiet, scenic, free boondocking in a large roadside gravel lot surrounded by forest.

Things to do in Yukon

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Whitehorse offers residents many benefits that smart visitors can also enjoy. If possible, plan to arrive in time to partake in the July 1 st Canada Day celebrations at Shipyards Park. This free community event features an outdoor stage filled with colourful performances by local groups, while food vendors keep everyone well fed. Open year round, the Canada Games Centre is a huge recreation complex with an aquatic centre, ice rink, indoor sports arena and workout gym, open to all with very reasonable rates.

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I love a good museum and Whitehorse had me covered! The Yukon Transportation Museum brought out the kid in me with its planes, trains and automobiles. I also enjoyed tinkering on their piano, freely available for visitors to play, after enjoying tunes from a local performer. However my favourite museum by far was the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre with towering skeletons of extinct woolly mammoths and giant sloths. Beringia tells the incredible true story of human migration into the Americas from Asia over 12,000 years ago on the massive Beringia land bridge, a vast grassy plain connecting Russia and Alaska when sea levels were much lower during the last ice age.

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Visiting Dawson City

The Yukon River runs right through downtown Whitehorse, flowing north toward the quirky, wild-west town of Dawson City. Diehard paddlers can partake in the Yukon River Quest, a 444 mile marathon paddling race down the Yukon River from Whitehorse to Dawson City, held each year in early June.

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However you get there, Dawson City is an absolute must for your Yukon adventure. Dawson City still looks and feels like a gold rush town of old, with dirt streets that turn to mud in the rain, and historic buildings on cribs so they can be leveled out as needed against the melting permafrost. Yet the town is bursting with youthful energy from the flamboyant folks who flock there each summer to work in Dawson’s bustling tourism industry.

Parks Canada manages the Klondike National Historic Sites, offering guided walking tours with entry to historic buildings led by costumed interpreters and interactive theatre programs. For a more mature audience, the ever popular Diamond Tooth Gerties offers a fun and friendly atmosphere that combines a bar and licensed gambling hall, with energetic cancan-inspired performances. Talented dancers take the stage in a series of three song-and-dance shows that become increasingly risqué as the night progresses.

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Driving northwest from Dawson City, the Top of the World Highway is a high-elevation road with incredible views in all directions. There are multiple roadside pullouts where you can overnight in your RV to extend your time on this incredible scenic roadway before reaching the Alaska border. To continue your Yukon adventure, loop through Chicken to pick up the Alaska Highway at Tetlin Junction and head south back into Yukon. The Alaska Highway runs parallel to Kluane Lake, a huge, gorgeous lake with campgrounds and free boondocking sites available.

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Within Kluane National Park, part of an International UNESCO World Heritage Site, the popular Kathleen Lake Campground offers educational nature talks by Parks Canada staff. Kluane NP is unusual in that it allows RVers to boondock for free within the park boundary in dispersed camping locations.

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Yukon has even more to offer including the historic towns of Carcross and Keno, events such as music and beer festivals, and much more! Put Yukon on your bucket list and plan your Yukon adventure today at www.travelyukon.com.

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Margot Bai has traveled the 4 corners of North America in her 17’ Taylor Coach travel trailer, from Maine to the Florida Keys, and Baja California Sur to Canada’s Yukon Territory. Follow her adventures on Instagram @margotbai

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This is very much the trip I went on July 2019. You are right it is beautiful territory. So much to see and do. Glad to see you at the square dance covention.

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A nature enthusiast’s dream

With pristine wilderness surrounding you, the midnight sun above you, and the squeaky wheel of the charming westfalia you rented below you (you might want to get that checked), there’s no shortage of feel-good vibes on the Alaska Highway. The 2200km stretch boasts dozens of unique government operated campgrounds—but if it’s glamping you’re after, you might want to bring your own fuzzy robe and slippers (we’re more of a one-with-nature kind of place).

If you’re planning a road-trip camping adventure in the Yukon, here are 5 must-stay sites that’ll blow your mind, and at $18 a night, they’re good for your wallet and for your spirit.

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Congdon Creek

Leave your alarm clock at home because the lapping shores of Kluane Lake are your wake up call at Congdon Creek. Famous for its spacious sites, clean bathrooms, and waterfront grounds, this site is a must-stop. You’ll even get a free foot massage on the gravely shores of the beach—rocks between your toes is the new sand between your toes. Heads up, bears love to roam this site, so campers in tents stay within a secured area for everyone’s safety.

Visit Congdon Creek

Nestled near Haines Junction with an epic view of the mountains, Pine Lake has it all. With a sandy beach and a boat launch on the lake, you’ll be too mesmerized by the turquoise waters to remember that it’s also one of the few campsites in the Yukon with cell service.

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Wolf Creek Campground

If it’s fish you fancy, Wolf Creek Campground has its own salmon enhancement project, where you can view the route of thousands of migrating Chinook salmon—you could say it’s fin-tastic, but we wouldn’t, because that’s a pretty bad pun. For nature enthusiasts, this site also has its very own wheelchair accessible trail through a lush boreal forest, so you can find a little peace and quiet from that one crazy uncle who loves “back in my day” stories.

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If fishing, bird watching, kayaking and swimming sound like your cup of tea, we’ve brewed a kettle full of Marsh Lake for you (it’s just a metaphor, DO NOT try to drink the lake water). If that’s not enough, this glacier-fed lake is home to Army Beach, a local favourite for its sandy beaches and welcoming waters.

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Squanga Lake

Sandwiched between a pine forest and crystal blue waters with mountain views, Squanga Lake is one of the most beautiful—and most hard to pronounce—places on our list. Head down to the famous dock for the perfect place to bask in the sun all day, and in the midnight sun all night. Don’t forget your SPF.

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Alaska Border Crossing Information

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Crossing the border between Canada and Alaska by road is usually simple although there are some requirements to be aware of. Wait times at border crossings are generally short or even non-existent. In addition to providing travel documents, you may be asked about your travel plans and what you are bringing into the country, particularly fruits, meat and other plant and animal products, alcohol and firearms. Be prepared with your identification ready. It’s a good idea to know what you can and can’t bring across the border, and what you need to declare. Here are some useful links:

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If you are traveling with your pet, you must bring Proof of Rabies vaccinations for a dog. This is recommended but not required for cats.

Personal Exemptions All articles acquired in Canada must be declared. There is an $800 exemption for gifts and personal articles, including one liter of alcoholic beverages per person over 21 every 30 days.

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British Columbia, Canada

Klondike Highway #2 Fraser, British Columbia • 1-800-461-9999 Year-round: 8 am – midnight (Yukon time)

Haines Highway #3 Pleasant Camp, B.C. • 1-800-461-9999 Year-round: 8 am – midnight (Yukon time)

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Klondike Highway #2 Skagway, Alaska • (907) 983-2325 Year-round: 7 am – 11 pm (Alaska time)

Haines Highway #3 Dalton Cache, Alaska • (907) 767-5511 Year-round: 7 am – 11 pm (Alaska time)

Alaska Highway #1 Beaver Creek, Yukon • 1-800-461-9999 Year-round, 24 hours

Top of the World Highway #9 Little Gold Creek, Yukon May – Sept: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm (Yukon time)

Interior Alaska

Alaska Highway #2 Alcan, AK • (907) 774-2252 Year-round, 24 hours

Top of the World Highway #9 Poker Creek, Alaska May – Sept: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm (Alaska Time)

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Please advise me what date the “Top of the world highway” closes for winter usually. Thanks.

The highway is open during May – September (for exact dates call the information centre in Dawson City at (867) 993-5566)

Is thier any date set when they will allow Rv travel from the US to Alaska

We aren’t aware of any timeline that will allow regular RV travel. It will all depend on how soon this pandemic slows down enough where it is safe to do so again.

My family and I are relocating to Alaska and I will be working as a nurse. Do we only have 24 hours to make it all the way through to Anchorage? Do I need a passport to enter back into Alaska?

You only have 24 hours to travel through the Yukon. We are not aware of any time limit when travelling through British Columbia. You will need a passport to enter Canada. For US see this page on what you need: U.S. Citizens – Documents needed to enter the United States and/or to travel Internationally

My husband and I will be traveling to Alaska on the ferry in August 2021 with our vehicle. We then plan to drive back to our home in Seattle. Will this be possible with the current Covid restrictions? We are fully immunized at this time.

Great idea to get yourself into Alaska by Ferry! You should probably be ok. Of course, things can change by the time you are travelling, but assume the same tight restrictions that are currently in place. It’s still at the discretion of the border agent to give you entry into Canada. Worst case, you may have to take another ferry back down to Seattle?

I want to bring my grandchildren, do they need passports? Will birth certificates work?

You will need their passports and also a permission letter from their legal guardians. In the letter you’ll want to include details like how long the trip is and when you will be back.

Travelling to Alaska from Canada in my RV, what meats am I allowed to bring?

Canadian citizens traveling from Yukon to Alaska resrictions: can I bring fresh eggs, frozen fresh meat, fresh fruit, or vegetables? Next canned or dehydrated foods such as canned fish, dry pasta, dry cereal, packaged potatoes chips, roasted nuts? What quantity of wine, beer or spirits? Cigarettes? Tools: can I bring axe, chain saw. Weapons there will be no fire arms. What about bear spray? Documents will be passports. BC identification. Proof of extended medical. Pharmaceuticals I would bring are prescription or over the counter aspirin, Tylenol, anititch, Benadryl, antacids, diarrhoea med, antibacterial ointment.

Please refer to US Customs and Border Protection site, they have some information on what food items are allowed. https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/1273/~/food–bring-personal-use-food-into-the-u.s.-from-canada

Bear Spray shouldn’t be a problem. The medicines for personal use is also not a problem.

I am looking to travel from Washington state back home to Alaska and driving in Jan. Would the road from Canada to Alaska be closed?

The Alaska Highway Canada/US border is open year-round. Safe travels!

good morning, we are 2 Italian tourists. Next November 9 we would like to go from Whitehourse to haines for the eagles festival. Is it possible to cross the border with a rental car at Whitehourse? On November 14 we should return from Haines to Whitehourse. Please help me to know if it will be possible? Thank you so much and greetings from Italy. Bruno

Yes, you can cross the border with your rental vehicle into Alaska.

I want to travel through Canada border to get to Alaska. If I have my passport has there been any restrictions due to the coronavirus?

HI Tiffanie! There are currently no restrictions at the Canadian border in place due to COVID-19.

I’m trying to move from Florida to Alaska within the next 2 weeks is there any restrictions do to The covid 19?

I am in AZ and want to travel home to Alaska through Canada like I normally do. Will Canada let us cross the border and proceed to Alaska without quarantine? I realize once in AK we have to quarantine for 2 weeks.

I have two loads of trusses going Haines ak from anchorage i need some information on how long of a trailer is legal and how wide the load can be with out pilot cars and whatits going to cost to go thru so if i could get a phone number of who i need to talk to please Thank You

The border is only open to essential good movement. Perhaps it’s possible to transport your trusses by Ferry from Whittier? Or perhaps AML ?

Hi I need to move to be with my husband from washington to Alaska and in light of the border closing im wondering if it’s still possible to cross the border to get to Alaska. If anyone knows please let me know

We cannot provide any travel advice other than our COVID-19 Statement found at the top of the page. You have to call the Canada Border Services Agency 1-800-461-9999.

Can Alaska residents drive home through the lower Canadian border from the USA into Canada all the way to Alaska during the covid -19 virus outbreak!

That number doesn’t work in my are for some reason

Sorry, that only works from within Canada. Here’s the number to call from outside of Canada: 1-204-983-3500

The number you provide to call 1-800-461-9999 says I am out of the call area. I can not get an answer to whether or not I can get home to Alaska.

I am needing to report for US Forest Service work in Petersburg, AK on June22nd 2020. I currently live in Washington state and wish to drive through Canada, (Bellingham to Prince Rupert Ferry to Petersburg). Is this considered acceptable to border crossing security for covid?

Ferry is not traveling to or from Prince Rupert. I called and Alaska Marine Highway (ferry system) told me they are not going to Prince Rupert for the rest of 2020.

What about traveling on military orders from Alaska to the lower 48? Is this allowed?

Yes, based on our understanding if you have a reason to travel to the lower 48 you will be able to travel through Canada.

Is moving to Alaska with a u-haul considered “essential” travel? My husband & I are helping our son move there in July.

Yes, as far as we understand.

Hi I am starting a job in anchorage alaska and am driving to alaska from idaho. Is the canadian border open fore alaskan residents to drive there from the US?

Yes, for essential travel. This sounds like it would be.

We are wanting to drive thru Canada via the Alcan Hiway to relocate back to Alaska. We are in the process of selling our home in Oregon, and working with a real estate agent in Wasilla, Alaska, for the purchase of our new home. Is travel thru Canada to Alaska allowed for relocation? We are aware of the restrictions concerning touristing, shopping, etc. We will be traveling in our self contained motorhome with sufficient groceries and supplies to comply with the isolation requirements. The only commerce requirement we will need are fuel and RV camping. We are originally Alaska residents, with family history from back into the 1950’s. We have been retired in Oregon for 10 years and are relocating back to Alaska to be closer to family.

What type of documentation do we need besides our passports and government issued ID’s?

We believe this is deemed as essential travel. Make sure to check with the Canada Border Services Agency for further details.

I have an employment opportunity in Anchorage area. Will I be able to travel there in my RV with my wife and dog from the lower 48 ? I need to let the employer know ASAP.

It is our understanding that this would be deemed as essential travel. Make sure to contact the Canada Border Service Agency. Safe travels!

Hi, I am moving from Florida to Alaska permanently July 17th 2020, my home is being built as I write this, my question is can I drive the uhaul through Canada to get to my home? To me this is very essential travel because I won’t have a place to live if I don’t get to my home in Alaska. I can provide all information if needed. I will also have my dog with me. Thank you very much! Roger

Hi Roger, this sounds to me like essential travel. Make sure to contact the Canadian Border Services Agency and explain your situation. And make sure to adhere to safety guidelines in place by the local authorities as you travel through Canada. Also, make sure to read the guidelines put in place by the state of Alaska. Safe travels!

How much time do people have driving through British Columbia on their way to and from Alaska? By I read that you have 24 hours in the Yukon but you don’t specify how much time between the Yukon and other border crossings?

At this time we’re not aware of any time restrictions on your time in B.C., however you are required to stick to your travel corridor and not spend any time in Canada other than drive through to the States or Alaska.

We are thinking of flying down to Portland and purchase a motorhome there and drive it through the Alcan highway. Another married couple that lives in Portland that use to live here will be coming back with us to help us drive up. Is this possible? Thinking of doing this late August

Hi Tina, that sounds like it will be fine. As long as you are aware it’s the border agent’s discretion to approve entry into Canada. Having said that, you’ll be in an RV, self-contained and make sure you know you are not allowed to spend extra time in Canada and you are supposed to stick to your travel corridor.

We need to travel from Fairbanks to Utah. Our house in Utah was recently flooded and needs.$20-30k work done and we can’t have it done without being there. Also, my Wife is a mental Health Professional volunteering for the American/Nevada office of the American Red Cross. We are Alaska Residents and divide living in both Alaska and Utah. We want to cross at Beaver Creek and will be in a self-contained RV. We don’t want to fly because we are in our 70’s. Tried doing the ArriveCan app without success (it won’t accept usa address as destination). How do we find out if we can get thru?

This sounds like essential travel. I would suggest calling the Beaver Creek border station to confirm. But if you live in Utah as well it shouldn’t be a problem.

A family member will be moving from Alaska to Midwest , will they be allowed to travel thru Canada . They plan on leaving near end of September

A move from Alaska back to the midwest is considered essential travel. Any documentation they may have backing up the claim would be helpful.

I’m flying up to AK from KY to help my daughter drive back to KY. Her spouse is stationed in AK, but she is moving to live with us (her parents). She has no actual orders. Will we be permitted to travel through Canada on the Alaskan Hwy?

This definitely sounds like essential travel. However, as always the border agents have final say in individual cases.

My husband has a rare eye cancer & treatment is only available out of Alaska. We have a letter from an MD at Harborview Med Ctr in Seattle for treatment. Passports & ID & will isolate in our RV through Canada. RV is fully self contained, are we required to stay in campgrounds in Canada?

There are designated hotels that are located right along the highway. When you get to Beaver Creek the government staff will provide you with that information so that you can stay in a hotel in Whitehorse for example on your way south.

I am moving from Alaska to Mississippi. I have my truck, motorcycle and a few things to go in the truck (no trailer). I have made the trip from Alaska/Beaver Creek to North Portal/US Border/North Dakota many times. Am I allowed to drive from Beaver Creek to North Portal stopping only for gas, take out meals and one night lodging?

I would enter Canada on or about March 29, 2021 sleeping in truck. Spend one night in Edmonton and then drive on to the Canadian/US/North Dakota Border before it closes, as per website – North Portal closes at 9:00 p.m.

May I have permission to finalize this trip? Thank you for your response. David Baldwin

Hi David, you shouldn’t have any issue. It’s always good to call the CBSA or the border station directly. Starting February 15th you do have to show a 72-hour negative PCR test. Safe travels!

I will be flying to Alaska from Colorado to pick up a car i bought through the auction, then drive it back from Alaska to Colorado. Do i need to provide covid 19 Test to embark on this Journey? Can you please advice me on the proper things I need before embarking on this Journey? Thank you

As of February 15th, you are required to show a 72-hour negative PCR test at the land border.

Can we travel through Canada to vacation in Alaska?

Great question. I don’t think you would be able to cross the border into Canada if that was the only reason for travelling. It is open to non-essential travel through Canada for other reasons such as moving, snowbirds heading back south, or returning home from the southern states to Alaska. As always, it’s up to the border agent’s discretion to allow or deny you entry into Canada.

My husband and I will be flying into Anchorage from Minnesota on Aug 4th, Renting a car, and would like to drive to Haynes to see our friends who live there. On August 13 we plan to return to Anchorage and fly out. We are both vaccinated, will we have any trouble with this plan? Well we need a Covid test to drive through Canada for this visit? Thank you for your help.

Based on the current border restrictions I think the only way to get to Haines will be by air or via the Alaska Marine Highway. I hope you still make it to Haines, it’s a very nice trip!

Hi we are planning to fish for Salmon and Halibut for 7 days in Alaska on June and we want to take our fish with us across Canada from Alaska to lower 48 via our vehicle. Do you know of any restrictions? Thank you in advance.

It looks like you are allowed to bring back up to 40KG of fish back across the border. Bringing food into Canada for personal use

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Ultimate Off-Road-Capable Luxury: 2025 GMC Yukon Gets AT4 Ultimate Model

Turbo-Diesel or Big V8 Under the Hood

You can still get the massive 6.2L V8 that puts out 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. But, you also now have the option of the 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel on both the AT4 and AT4 Ultimate for the first time. The turbo-diesel puts out 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque.

Both will no doubt be good for off-road adventures in this big SUV, but the diesel’s impressive low-end torque should be very appreciated when tackling technical terrain. Also, the diesel is currently about $1,000 less than the 6.2L V8, so there could even be a price savings (2025 pricing has not yet been announced).

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Under the 2025 Yukon AT4 Ultimate is a front skid plate and 20-inch wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires . These features for sure improve the off-road capability, but not by a lot.

Adaptive air suspension under the AT4 Ultimate Yukon provides up to a 2-inch lift while also making it super easy to get in and out of.

Inside the 2025 Yukon AT4 Ultimate

Inside is where you’re going to notice the biggest changes in the Yukon for 2025, especially in the top-spec AT4 Ultimate. The massive vertical 16.8-inch infotainment screen is the most obvious update.

Rugged ethos with luxury feel is the interior theme. It has a new open-pore Ash Burl wood trim that is laser etched with topo patterns. Combined with chrome accents and loads of leather, the interior screams luxury.

The 22-speaker Bose Performance Series sound system will likely impress as well. It even has stainless-steel head restraint speakers in the front row and optional second-row executive seating.

More Safety

GMC — and all OEMs — continue to add safety features year after year. The 2025 GMC Yukon offers a bunch of new standard safety features. This includes front pedestrian and bicyclist braking, rear cross-traffic braking, side bicycle alert, and intersection automatic emergency braking.

Also, an available Night Vision system and thermal object detection help you drive the 2025 Yukon with confidence in any weather conditions.

Trailering Tech

The Yukon has always been one of the best SUVs for towing , and for 2025 it is likely to lose that crown. It can tow up to 8,400 pounds, depending on configuration.

It also offers a ton of trailering tech; Blind Zone Steering Assist, Transparent Trailer View, Trailer Reverse Trajectory, Trailer Tire Health, and Jackknife Alert.

2025 GMC Yukon: Availability & Pricing

The 2024 GMC Yukon Ultimate comes in at a starting price of right at $100K, so I don’t expect the 2025 GMC Yukon AT4 Ultimate to be a bit more. Pricing has yet to be announced, but it should be announced soon .

First deliveries of the 2025 GMC Yukon are expected before the end of 2024, but no word on when exactly the AT4 Ultimate model will start hitting dealers. All 2025 Yukons will be built in the Arlington Assembly plant in Texas.

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Bryon Dorr is the Motors Editor of GearJunkie. He has been writing about overland travel, off-road vehicles, general automotive, whitewater kayaks, and outdoor and travel gear for 12+ years. He has created content for a wide range of outdoor, automotive, and travel media outlets, both online and in print, as well as for a wide range of commercial clients as a photographer, social media marketer, business consultant, and copy editor.

After living on the road for nearly eight years, he is now based in Portland, Ore. Bryon is an avid kayaker, cyclist, skier/snowboarder, runner, and photographer. When not outdoors doing human-powered adventures, you’ll find him behind the wheel or bars of something with a motor and wheels finding adventure around the globe. You can keep up with his life of adventure on your favorite social media @ExplorElements .

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Ah, the open road. Whether you're on a short-term getaway or it's your full-time setup, the RV lifestyle offers a freedom unlike any other. You have all the best comforts of home but the ability to move about as you please. Like any good adventure, though, the more miles you put on the road, the more issues will inevitably crop up. A handful of safety measures can ensure you have a smooth trip and stay prepared for whatever comes your way.

One of the best moves you can make, hands down, is to schedule routine maintenance appointments for oil changes and tire rotations, along with preventative measures like brake checks and engine inspections. These financial investments will save you time, stress, and money by identifying minor problems before they become major issues. Plus, you'll have peace of mind knowing you're doing everything you can to stay safe on the road.

Read more: Safety Items You Should Pack For Your Next Road Trip

Create A Safety Checklist

Before your road trip, create a pre-departure checklist, including checking the gas, tire pressure, and fluid levels. Inside the cabin, make a note to secure loose items and have the proper documentation in the RV, like proof of registration or a special license (if required). To make sure you're not forgetting anything, download the Ultimate RV Checklist app. Make it a habit to go over the checklist each time you hit the road. Walk around the interior of the RV and do a perimeter check on the outside to make sure everything looks as it's supposed to.

You'll also want to practice the RV lifestyle ahead of time. Spend a few weekends mastering some of the trickier maneuvers in an empty parking lot, like sharp turns and backing up in a straight line. On your dry runs, notice what items get tossed around inside the RV. Head to the hardware store for nets, locking shelf units, and cables to keep everything secure. The last thing you want is for an item to come flying out of a cabinet towards one of your passengers. It's better to iron out those kinks now.

Pack Emergency Items

One staple to always have on hand is an emergency first-aid kit for road trips . If an injury or an accident happens in a remote location, you'll need the basics until you can reach medical services in town. Keep a note in your phone reminding you where the emergency kit is located, so you don't have to go digging through your stuff in an emergency. Every so often, take an inventory and make sure you have enough essentials like bandages, pain relievers, gauze, tweezers, and antiseptic spray.

You'll need a first aid kit for your RV, too. Even when you do everything you can to mitigate problems on the road, you can still break down or end up with a flat tire. Depending on where you're parked, it could take several hours for roadside assistance to reach you. At night, mechanical issues are even trickier to deal with. Be sure to keep safety essentials on board and know exactly where they are, like a flashlight or headlamp, extra batteries, jumper cables, bottled water, and a fire extinguisher.

Expand Your Insurance Coverage

One of the appeals of RV life is that it's an affordable way to live a life of adventure without breaking the bank. But one place not to skimp is insurance coverage. Check with your provider to see if they offer roadside assistance for RV-related issues and what the towing policy is. Many providers will offer up to 100 miles of towing for free, but that could still leave you high and dry if you plan to travel to remote locations.

If your insurance policy is lacking, don't be afraid to shop around. Good Sam Roadside Assistance is to RVers what AAA is to road-trip enthusiasts — an absolute staple to carry in your wallet. The company has 24/7 breakdown support and unlike other insurance companies, Good Sam's plans include unlimited towing to the nearest service center, tire delivery, and technicians on staff who specialize in RV services.

Take RV-Friendly Routes

Not all routes are created equal. A traditional GPS is great, but it won't tell you about size and height restrictions on roads and bridges. Plus, Google Maps and Apple Maps may not hold up in remote, forested, or mountainous areas. To avoid coverage issues, invest in an RV-specific GPS unit, like the Garmin RV 890 . You can plug in your RV's size and it will adjust the route accordingly. It's not a bad idea to carry a paper map or a current trucker atlas as well.

If you do plan to rely on traditional GPS systems, make sure to write down your RV's height and width and keep it taped to the side of your dashboard. That way, when you see a low clearance sign you can do a quick reference check and make sure your RV will safely make it through overpasses, bridges, drive-through restaurants, and gas stations. Stick to main highways, as you're more likely to have a successful RV trip .

Be Aware Of Weather Conditions

Life on the road means you're going to encounter the best of what Mother Nature has to offer — and the worst. It's important to stay aware of the forecast in your area so you can plan accordingly and stop if you need to. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great app called the Storm Tracker , which gives you real-time weather updates and storm path predictions. You can see exactly what the weather is going to be like on your route, hour by hour. If there's an advisory in your range, you'll get an alert on your phone. This is a must if you're traveling through hurricane, tornado, and flood-prone areas.

If you're traveling with pets and plan to keep them inside the RV while you're out, place a sign on the window that says there are pets inside and to please call you if the RV is in some kind of danger. It's also a good idea to invest in a pet monitoring service. It will alert you if the temperature or humidity level exceeds a certain temperature in the RV, so you can come back and safely let them out. Some popular options in the RV community include the Waggle Pet Monitor and MarCELL . It's worth every penny to keep Fido safe.

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As the capital and only city in Canada's Yukon province, Whitehorse is unique. Beautiful, vibrant energetic - it has nature right on its doorstep.

The Yukon is ripe for an RV adventure and Whitehorse is at its hub. Our Whitehorse RV Rental location is ideally located close to the airport and downtown and welcomes visitors from around the world eager to experience the Yukon at their own pace.Less than an hour away in various directions, you'll find hot springs, emerald green lakes, wildlife viewing and much more. There are so many things to do in Whitehorse itself before you even head out on your RV vacation.

Not to be missed is Miles Canyon, minutes away from downtown. Aside from the spectacular scenery, there's an extensive network of hiking trails in the area, one taking you to an abandoned historic settlement called Canyon City.

A number of museums in the city provide visitors with an insight into the history of Whitehorse and the S.S. Klondike, moored permanently on the banks of the Yukon River, is a proud reminder of the days when rivers were highways.

Wherever you choose to travel, Yukoners will welcome you with open arms. They will tell you their capital city is a mix of wildlife, nightlife and everything in between.

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Whitehorse is known as the Wilderness City. It is named after historic rapids on the Yukon River which resembled the flowing manes of charging white horses.

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It may be an adventurous road trip, but it doesn't have to be a bumpy ride. Here, our Yukon expert, Steve Madgwick, shares his tips on how to make your Grand Yukon RV Road Trip a smooth one. It's astounding how much you learn on a 3000-kilometre road trip, driving an eight-metre long, three-metre high, 6.5 tonne RV on some of this planet's most remote roads.
A Two Week RVing Road Trip Through the Yukon Territory
A fourteen day road trip highlighting scenic spots and the best outdoor destinations throughout the Yukon Territory. Start: Whitehorse. End: Kathleen Lake Campground. 14 Days. 10 Stops. 1435 KM. SHARE THIS. Start off your trip in the Yukon's capital city and see all of it's hot spots, most of which are within walking distance from each other.
The Perfect Yukon Territory Road Trip for Adventurers
In an RV (motorhome, pick up camper or camper van), you can have plenty of creature comforts while still being able to stay in the most beautiful places in the Yukon. ... A Yukon road trip is an ideal way to see the Yukon Territory and an absolutely must do for those who love epic landscapes, wide open places and welcoming, quirky fun small ...
The Best Yukon Road Trip Itinerary with our CanaDream RV
Rent an RV! Day 1: Whitehorse - Gathering supplies. Day 2: Carcross Region - Paddy Peak and Emerald Lake. Hike stats: Day 3: Carcross Region - Carcross Desert and Caribou Crossing Trading Post. Day 4: Kluane National Park - King's Throne Peak. Hike stats (to the "seat" of King's Throne) Hike stats (to King's Throne Summit) Day ...
The BEST Yukon Road Trip Itinerary
The Golden Circle Route Yukon Road Trip. Day 1 - Whitehorse, Yukon. Things to Do in Whitehorse. Check Out the SS Klondike. Where to Stay in Whitehorse. Day 2 - Whitehorse to Haines Junction (154km) Things to Do in Haines Junction. Take a Scenic Flight Over Kluane National park. Visit the Da Ku Cultural Centre.
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Your dream trip to the Yukon combines exploration of the unknown with down-to-earth comforts. Seeing the iconic landscape by any means possible is how you like to travel; car, hiking, dog sledding, horseback riding, mountain biking, you'll do it all. Plus, you're not shy to ask locals for recommendations.
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Day 1: Whitehorse. Most trips to the Yukon start in the capital of the Yukon, Whitehorse. The city is well known as "The Wilderness City," and it serves as a jumping-off place to explore the territory. It's well worth a night or two or even a couple as many operators run tours such as hiking, white water rafting, mountain biking, and ...
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An RV road trip in the Yukon enables you to soak in the scenery, chat with the locals and find out just what makes the Yukon Territory such a special place. Yukon's capital, Whitehorse, is a pick-up point for RV rentals, enabling you to get out and explore the unspoiled beauty of the Territory. Whitehorse is a city of around 25000 people and ...
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YUKON RV CAMPING. Yukon is home to Canada's highest peak, the world's largest non-polar ice fields, wild rivers and crystal clear lakes. FIND A CAMPGROUND. RV camp in the Yukon Plan Your Trip. About Yukon ... Yukon Travel Office Phone: 1-800-661-0494
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The Yukon has pristine rivers and lakes; endless forests teeming with wildlife; and a fascinating Gold Rush history that is so close, dance hall music can still be heard. And anywhere there is a place to park a camper - whether it is in a natural Motorhome or RV park, or beside a stream with no name - a mountain view is practically guaranteed.
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With some time to spare, take a trip to this quaint town 45 minutes south of Whitehorse. The terminus of the scenic White Pass & Yukon Railroad that connects to the Alaskan coast, Carcross also lays claim to the oldest store in the Yukon and a patch of sand dunes billed as the world's northernmost desert.
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If your preferred road trip style involves camping, the Yukon Territory is a perfect match! There are over 50 government campgrounds located around Yukon Territory. These are easily accessible by paved road and offer unreservable sites for $12/night with free firewood, communal cooking shelters and a water source.
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The Yukon River runs right through downtown Whitehorse, flowing north toward the quirky, wild-west town of Dawson City. Diehard paddlers can partake in the Yukon River Quest, a 444 mile marathon paddling race down the Yukon River from Whitehorse to Dawson City, held each year in early June. Local outfitter Yukon Wide Adventures can launch you ...
Yukon Golden Circle Loop
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August 26, 2022. 1. Fort Selkirk, located in Canada's Yukon Territory, is the featured ghost town in this month's installment of Ghost Town Trails. Last month we visited Coolidge, Montana, also known as Montana's Mystery Camp. I chose Fort Selkirk as the August entry as you can only visit this site in the summer.
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As the capital and only city in Canada's Yukon province, Whitehorse is unique. Beautiful, vibrant energetic - it has nature right on it's doorstep. The Yukon is ripe for an RV adventure and Whitehorse is at its hub. Our Whitehorse RV Rental location is ideally located close to the airport and downtown and welcomes visitors from around the world eager to experience the Yukon at their own pace.
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The grand Yukon RV road trip – 25 things you must know

It may be an adventurous road trip, but it doesn’t have to be a bumpy ride. Here, our Yukon expert, Steve Madgwick , shares his tips on how to make your Grand Yukon RV Road Trip a smooth one.

Which route should I drive?

2. The Arctic Circle side-trip

Before you leave Whitehorse…

4. Some pre-road-trip R&R

5. Make sure you’ve packed…

6. If in doubt, fill up

How to drive an RV for first-timers

8. Driving by mirrors

9. The art of RV steering

10. Chill on hills

11. The reversing partner

12. Don’t forget to unplug

RV Life: there are no stupid questions

14. Yukon’s campgrounds are postcard awesome

15. RV parks: pump and dump

16. Can I free-camp by the roadside?

It’s a Yukon thing

18. Finding the First Nations

19. Go on, splash out

20. There’s a bear (or two) in there

21. Drive like a Yukoner

Ready to book your Yukon RV road trip?

23. Read the insurance fine print!

24. Border crossings

25. How do I get to the Yukon?

Across the Top of the World to a place called Chicken

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7 Day Yukon Road Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Whitehorse

Day 2: Whitehorse to Kluane National Park

Day 3: Kluane National Park to Tok, Alaska

Day 4: Tok, Alaska to Dawson City

Day 5: Dawson City

Day 6: Dawson City to Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs

Day 7: Whitehorse

10 Day Yukon Road Trip Itinerary

Two Week Yukon Road Trip Itinerary

Day 2: Whitehorse to Skagway

Day 3: Skagway to Haines

Day 4: Haines to Kluane National Park

Day 5: Kluane National Park to Tok, Alaska

Day 6: Tok, Alaska to Dawson City

Day 7: Exploring Dawson City

Days 8-12: Driving the Dempster Highway to the Arctic Circle, the Northwest Territories and the Arctic Ocean.

Day 13: Dawson or Tombstone to Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs

Day 14: Whitehorse

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Day 1: Whitehorse – Gathering supplies

Day 2: Carcross Region – Paddy Peak and Emerald Lake

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Day 3: Carcross Region – Carcross Desert and Caribou Crossing Trading Post

Day 4: Kluane National Park – King’s Throne Peak

Hike stats (to the “seat” of King’s Throne)

Hike stats (to King’s Throne Summit)

Day 5: Kluane National Park – Kluane Glacier Air Tour

Day 6: Whitehorse – Yukon Wildlife Preserve, MacBride Museum, Grey Mountain Hike

Day 7: Time to head home

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