Whitehorse
Canada · Yukon · 702 m
Description
Whitehorse (ᑌᑌᑎᑌᑦ) is the capital of Canada’s Yukon Territory and a fascinating hub of northern history, wilderness, and adventure. Located along the Yukon River, the city is known for its dramatic landscapes, surrounding mountains and forests, and its deep connection to the Klondike Gold Rush, which continues to shape the region’s identity. Whitehorse combines First Nations heritage with historic sites, museums, a vibrant arts scene, and a modern northern lifestyle. The city serves as an ideal gateway for experiences such as hiking, canoeing, dog sledding, and witnessing spectacular northern lights. As the gateway to the vast landscapes of the Yukon, Whitehorse represents the unique blend of pristine nature, cultural heritage, and adventure that defines Canada’s far north.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 4 to 14 days (optimal 6 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – August
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Kluane National Park and Reserve
- Miles Canyon
- Northern Lights (August - March)
- S.S. Klondike National Historic Site
- MacBride Museum of Yukon History
- Yukon Wildlife Preserve
- Takhini Hot Springs
- Fish Lake
- Millennium Trail
- Yukon River Waterfront
- Whitehorse Fish Ladder (July - August)
- Midnight Sun (June - July)
- Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre
- Carcross(Day trip)
- Carcross Desert(Day trip)
- Emerald Lake(Day trip)
- Kluane Flightseeing(Day trip)
- Kathleen Lake(Day trip)
- King's Throne Trail(Day trip)
- Sheep Mountain Visitor Centre(Day trip)
- Alsek River Rafting(Multi-day trip)
- Tatshenshini River Rafting(Multi-day trip)
- Dawson City(Multi-day trip)
- Top of the World Highway(Multi-day trip)
- Yukon Quest (February)
Getting there
- Airports:
- YXY