Yellowknife
Canada · Northwest Territories · 205 m
Description
Yellowknife is the remote capital of the Northwest Territories, located on the northern shore of Great Slave Lake, and a fascinating hub of Arctic nature, northern culture, and Canadian frontier history. Known as one of the world’s best places to experience the Northern Lights, the city combines modern comforts with the rugged spirit of the Far North. Colorful wooden houses, the creative Old Town, Dene culture, and a heritage shaped by gold and diamond mining give Yellowknife its unique character. Surrounded by vast subarctic wilderness, the city is a gateway to unforgettable experiences such as dog sledding, boat tours, hiking, and winter adventures.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 3 to 6 days (optimal 4 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: November – December
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Northern Lights (August - April)
- Old Town
- Great Slave Lake
- Midnight Sun (June - July)
- Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre
- Bush Plane Tours over Great Slave Lake
- Houseboat Bay
- Bush Pilot's Monument
- Frame Lake
- Cameron Falls(Day trip)
- Hidden Lake Territorial Park(Day trip)
- Prelude Lake Territorial Park(Day trip)
- Dettah(Day trip)
- Dettah Ice Road (January - March)
- Dog Sledding (December - April)
- Snowmobile Tours (December - April)
- Ice Fishing (December - April)
- Dene Cultural Experiences
- Aurora Village
- Yellowknife Visitor Centre
- Snowking's Winter Festival (March)
- Wildcat Cafe (May - September)
Getting there
- Airports:
- YZF