Canada

Whitehorse, Yukon

The vibrant capital of the Yukon, a blend of modern northern life and historic gold rush relics along the Klondike River.

Region
Yukon Territory
Country
Canada

What to see

Klondike River & waterfront

Stroll along the beautifully developed riverfront and spot local art installations.

Yukon Wildlife Preserve

See local northern Canadian wildlife like bison, caribou, and moose in a natural setting.

SS Klondike National Historic Site

Tour a historic sternwheeler ship that preserved the transport history of the territory.

Experiences

Reachable by road from Skagway, Whitehorse serves as the gateway to Canada's vast northern wilderness. It is a modern city with a strong frontier spirit, offering museums like the MacBride Museum and the Yukon Beringia Centre. The city is the starting point for the famous Klondike Highway and offers great opportunities for northern lights viewing in the winter and midnight sun hiking in the summer. It is a must for history lovers following the stampeders' trail.

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