7 Beautiful Views of the Yukon

Monday, 30th January 2017

Destination Specialist

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From the contrasting shades of Emerald Lake to dramatic aurora displays over the Yukon Valley, here are 7 of our favourite views in the Yukon.

 

1. Dempster Highway

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Head north on an epic road trip from Whitehorse into the Northwest Territories, following the Dempster Highway across the Arctic Circle.

2. Kluane National Park

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The endless glaciers and sheer scale of Kluane evoke images of the world’s last unspoiled wilderness regions.

3. Northern Lights

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In the heart of the wilderness, with little artificial light – the Yukon offers excellent opportunities for viewing the aurora borealis.

4. Emerald Lake

Emerald Lake, Yukon

Emerald Lake is one of many gem-coloured glacial lakes to be explored…

5. Wildlife in the Wilderness

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Take to the open road but keep your eyes peeled for wildlife!

6. Tombstone Territorial Park

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The aptly-named ‘Tombstone Territorial Park’ boasts imposing black granite peaks rising from a vast sub-arctic tundra landscape.

7. Goldrush Fever in Dawson City

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Forever synonymous with the Klondike Gold Rush, quirky Dawson City is a colourful slice of living history where you can still pan for gold.


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Visit any of the above on many of our Yukon holidays, or tailor-make your own itinerary to suit your travel needs. Contact our team of Canada Travel Specialists today or continue to browse our Yukon blogs…

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