Yukon Territory
ATTRACTION Keywords:
Good Views / Viewpoint,
Walking/Hiking,
Monument - Natural
The name Yukon is evocative as well as descriptive: adventure, the far north, wilderness, moose. In the vast and thinly populated Yukon Territory, where most species far outnumber humans, is a grandeur and beauty only appreciated by experience. Getting here is part of the thrill and even the roads have their own lore.
Any visit to the Yukon Territory will mean much time outdoors. Whether it’s treks into Kluane National Park, canoe expeditions down the Yukon River, or Arctic explorations in the north, it will be you and the Yukon. Yes, the summers are short, but like the explosion of wildflowers in July, they are intense, magnified under the near-constant light. Fall comes early but with its own burst of color as leaves turn shocking shades of gold and crimson. In winter, you’ll understand why so many would never leave, as the season is filled with days of utter quiet to contemplate the snowy solitude. Join the offbeat vibe of Dawson City, the bustle of Whitehorse, and the unique character of villages throughout. It’s truly an unforgettable experience.
Latest Reviews
Review by Joseph Y, May 2013
Doing what: Skagway Shore Excursion: Full-Day Tour of the Yukon
This was absolutely our best excursion on this trip. Don't ride the train, ride the bus. It goes through the Yukon and into Canada. We had numerous stops for great photos, which you won't on the train. Our driver, Dan, was so knowledgeable that I feel like I have lived in Skagway all my life. We did the dog cart and even though there was not any snow, my dog loving husband loved it. My only complaint is that you can get this excursion cheaper after you dock.
Review by Mrs. .J.A. W, October 2012
Doing what: Skagway Shore Excursion: Full-Day Tour of the Yukon
Really had an enjoyable day even accounting for the bus ahead of us bursting into flames and us having to return to Skagway for 2 hours before heading off again. The day was the frist fine day in six weeks, the autumn colours were out in force in the mountains, there was snow on the mountain tops as they had had theri first snow of the season only a week before and the stop in the Yukon was great. The Guide was very friendly and informative and stopped many times for photos. The whole day was very enjoyable and if we hadn't have booked the trip we would really have missed out on an incredible day. We also enjoyed the town of Skagway. Joe and Jenny Walsh
Review by Ruby U, October 2012
Doing what: Skagway Shore Excursion: Full-Day Tour of the Yukon
Great trip. Our guide was entertaining and informative. We really were "up in the clouds" at the highest point in our journey when visibility reduced to almost zero. Not sure about the dog sledding and museum but you can't please everyone.
Practical Info
There are three major ways to reach the Yukon Territory: by ferry, you enter through Skagway and Haines; by car, you can reach the territory by the Alaska Highway from Dawson Creek, B.C., and by the Stewart-Cassiar Highway from northwest BC, which that joins the Alaska Highway near Watson Lake.
You can reach the town of Whitehorse from BC by bus. From there a patchwork of companies provides links to Skagway and Dawson. The Alaska and Klondike highways are paved and have services every 60 miles (100 kilometers) to 120 mi (200 km).
