The Yukon Territory

One of three northern Canadian territories, the Yukon is situated in the northwest corner of Canada's continental mainland. It is situated directly north of the Canadian province of British Columbia, bounded by the 60th parallel in the south, the Beaufort Sea in the north, Alaska to the west and the Northwest Territories to the east.

Yukon covers an area of 482,443 km² (186,272 m²) rich with dramatic mountain vistas, wild rivers and crystal clear lakes. It is sparsely populated and close to 80 per cent of Yukon remains pristine wilderness. So there's a lot of wild space awaiting your exploration in this unique area, which is considered one of the last pristine wilderness areas left on Earth.

The Yukon is a place like no other, with a rich cultural heritage, fascinating gold rush history, legendary road trips, breathtaking scenery in every direction, trails to hike and rivers to paddle, all wrapped up with warm Northern hospitality.

The Yukon Territory - Parks - The Yukon's major appeal is its nearly pristine nature. Tourism relies heavily on this, and there are many organized outfitters and guides available to hunters and anglers and nature lovers of all sorts. Sports enthusiasts can paddle lakes and rivers with canoes and kayaks, ride or walk trails, ski or snowboard in an organized setting or access the backcountry by air or snowmobile, climb the highest peaks of North America or take a family hike up smaller mountains, or try ice climbing and dog sledding.

The Yukon is home to Canada's highest peak (5,959-metre Mount Logan), the world's largest non-polar ice fields, the glorious midnight sun, magical northern lights, several Canadian Heritage Rivers and healthy, abundant wildlife. Wild regions, varied ecosystems, and relatively sparse human population make Yukon a haven for some of North America's most rare and impressive species like caribou, wolves and grizzly bears and millions of migratory birds.

City of Whitehorse - Established as the Yukon's capital city in 1953, the City of Whitehorse is home to some of the most spectacular scenery, talented artists and innovative businesses in Canada. Situated along the Yukon River on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, over 28,000 call Whitehorse home. The City enjoys a healthy economy thanks to a strong business community, which was recognized when Whitehorse was named the top city for entrepreneurs in 2018 by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business.

Klondike Cruise - Klondike Spirit is the only operating paddlewheeler in the Yukon. Take a cruise and enjoy a nostalgic journey aboard the only operating paddlewheeler in the Yukon. Sit back and relax while they take you through the beautiful landscape and remarkable wildlife along the Yukon River.

Dawson City - Dawson City is an eclectic and vibrant northern community on the banks of the Yukon River. In this city you can find a mixture of First Nations Heritage and Gold Rush History blended with an active Gold Mining and Tourism Industry as well as a thriving Arts scene. Dawson’s past is marked by Beringia, an Ice Age period which formed our unique landscape and the treasures they contain, the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in, who have called this area home for centuries, as well as the Klondike Gold Rush, that put this town on the tongue of stampeders worldwide.

Travel Yukon - Discover what makes the Yukon unlike any other place in the world, capturing the hearts and imagination of travellers from around the world.

Yukon Info - Comprehensive links to attractions, bed & breakfasts, hotels & motels, outdoor adventures, sightseeing tours and more for the Yukon Territory, Inuvik, Beaufort Delta, Northern British Columbia and Skagway Alaska.

Did You Know?

The Yukon is slightly larger than California but with a population of only 37,600 - which is a mere fraction of the 39 million who call the Golden State home.

Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race is run in February (when weather conditions are at their coldest and most challenging) through some of the harshest and most unforgiving wilderness on the planet, regardless of weather conditions, and earned itself the moniker 'the toughest sled dog race in the world'. Find out more...

One of the most eagerly anticipated events on the Yukon calendar is the Dawson City Music Festival (DCMF). For one weekend in late July, under a warm midnight sun, locals, visitors and performers from across the country gather in this Klondike Gold Rush town for what is essentially one giant summer party.