Our Favourite Yukon Hikes

The one thing that the Yukon doesn’t not fall short on – are mountains! No matter where you are, you’ll be gazing around thinking “Oh! We should try to get to the top of that peak!” or “Let’s climb up there to check out what the view is like on the other side”. There are many established hikes but once you’re above the alpine, where trees are sparse, you can just pick a line and go! 

Navigating hikes in the Yukon can be tricky. Most hikes are split into regions. Each region offers a variety of hikes with varying length, elevation gain, and difficulty.  These regions include: 

• Annie Lake 

• Atlin 

• Carcross 

• Haines  

• Haines Pass 

• Keno 

• Kluane National Park 

• Skagway 

• Tombstone Territorial Park 

• White Pass 

• Whitehorse  

One of our favourite is Nares Moutain in the Carcross region. With the quick elevation gain, you are constantly surrounded by unbelievable views in every direction. The bare, south facing slopes ensure that you’re in the sunlight all day long.  

Another top choice for us is Talus Lake in the Tombstone region. This is the hike that will give you the best view of the Tombstone Mountain range. When driving into the Tombstone region you feel like you’ve left the Yukon and arrived in this magnificent new world – Tombstone Territorial Park is definitely worth the drive and should be number one of your to-do list in the Yukon.  

Upper Dewey Lake in the Skagway region is also another bucket list must do. Although it’s not in the Yukon, it’s still high recommended. This moderate hike brings you to a lake nestled below a cirque of rocky peaks and a glacier. It is an awesome hike for a day trip or an overnight excursion. Contact Skagway Recreation Center to inquiry about availability of the recently finished, modern and insulated A-Frame cabin over looking the lake. Numerous windows provide for ample lighting throughout the day, offering scenic views of the lake and surround mountain ridge. Upper Dewey Lake is definitely a must!