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Yukon's Uncharted Territories: A Journey to the Lesser-known Wonders

Venture beyond the beaten paths of Canada's wild north with this handpicked selection of Yukon's hidden gems. Discover awe-inspiring vistas, cultural marbles often overshadowed by the iconic landmarks, and local secrets embedded deep in the territory's luscious landscapes. This collection captures the spirit of adventure for those eager to explore Yukon's less-travelled terrains and uncover its clandestine beauty.

Carcross Desert
Carcross Desert

Carcross, Yukon, Canada

Often referred to as the world's smallest desert, presenting a unique blend of sand dunes amidst northern pines.

Miles Canyon
Miles Canyon

Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada

The breathtaking natural canyon carved by the powerful Yukon River, encased by basalts and pine forests.

Dawson City Museum
Dawson City Museum

Dawson City, Yukon, Canada

Showcases the fascinating Klondike Gold Rush history through well-preserved exhibits in an authentic atmosphere.

Tombstone Territorial Park
Tombstone Territorial Park

Tombstone Mountains, Yukon, Canada

Experience rugged peaks and permafrost landforms in an area often missed by tourists, ideal for backcountry adventures.

Keno City Mining Museum
Keno City Mining Museum

Keno City, Yukon, Canada

Explore this tiny town's rich mining heritage, preserved in remnants and stories within the museum walls.

Emerald Lake
Emerald Lake

Southern Lakes, Yukon, Canada

A mesmerizingly vibrant body of water, known for its stunning turquoise hues caused by sunlight reflecting off white marl.

SS Keno National Historic Site
SS Keno National Historic Site

Dawson City, Yukon, Canada

A testimony to riverboat transportation, the SS Keno stands as a proud artifact from the days of Yukon's River commerce.

Five Finger Rapids
Five Finger Rapids

Yukon River, near Minto, Yukon, Canada

Previously daunting navigational challenge for steamboats, now an idyllic spot offering scenic views and tranquil walks.

Ivvavik National Park
Ivvavik National Park

Yukon, Canada

One of Canada's most remote national parks, it presents untamed wilderness and preserves the Porcupine caribou herd's calving grounds.

Old Log Church Museum
Old Log Church Museum

Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada

Historical landmark featuring ecclesiastical artifacts and chronicling missionary work during Yukon's early settlement.

Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre
Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre

Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada

Enter the prehistoric world of Beringia, an ice age landscape filled with mammoths and ancient cultures.

Fort Selkirk Historic Site
Fort Selkirk Historic Site

Yukon River, Yukon, Canada

Accessible only by boat or plane, this historic trading post offers a glimpse into the lives of early settlers and First Nations people.

Montague Roadhouse Historical Site
Montague Roadhouse Historical Site

Montague, Yukon, Canada

A historic stopover site from the early 20th century offering a glimpse into the lives of travelers and workers during the Klondike Gold Rush.

Takhini Hot Springs
Takhini Hot Springs

Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada

Natural mineral hot springs located in lush boreal forest, providing relaxation amid nature's embrace.

The Dredge No. 4 National Historic Site
The Dredge No. 4 National Historic Site

Dawson City, Yukon, Canada

One of the largest wooden hull dredges in North America, exemplifying the engineering feats of gold mining.

Old Crow Village
Old Crow Village

Old Crow, Yukon, Canada

A remote Vuntut Gwitchin community rich in cultural heritage, situated along the Porcupine River.

Tombstone Mountain Viewpoint
Tombstone Mountain Viewpoint

Dempster Highway, Yukon, Canada

A striking panoramic viewpoint featuring rugged Tombstone Mountain within the visceral beauty of the Yukon landscape.

Pingo Canadian Landmark
Pingo Canadian Landmark

Tuktoyaktuk, Yukon, Canada

Home to the northern hemisphere's highest concentration of ice-cored hills known as pingos.

Kluane National Park and Reserve
Kluane National Park and Reserve

Yukon, Canada

A UNESCO World Heritage site with Canada’s highest mountain peak and extensive glaciers.

White Pass & Yukon Route Railway
White Pass & Yukon Route Railway

Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada

Historic narrow gauge railroad linking the port of Skagway with Whitehorse, the capital of Yukon.

Klondike Highway
Klondike Highway

Yukon, Canada

A scenic route that retraces the steps of the 1890s gold seekers from Skagway to Dawson City.

Yukon Suspension Bridge
Yukon Suspension Bridge

Yukon, Canada

An engineering marvel offering breathtaking views over the Tutshi river canyon.

The Sign Post Forest
The Sign Post Forest

Watson Lake, Yukon, Canada

A collection of signs from all over the world started by a homesick GI during WWII.

MacBride Museum of Yukon History
MacBride Museum of Yukon History

Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada

Explores the history of Yukon through diverse exhibitions ranging from natural history to modern art.

Vuntut National Park
Vuntut National Park

Yukon, Canada

A remote and undisturbed natural area in Northern Yukon, preserving delicate tundra ecosystems.

Kathleen Lake
Kathleen Lake

Yukon, Canada

Nestled in Kluane National Park, a beautiful mountain-fringed lake offering hiking trails and paddle opportunities.

Top of the World Highway
Top of the World Highway

Yukon, Canada

An epic mountainous driving route providing panoramic views that span across Yukon and Alaska.

Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre
Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre

Dawson City, Yukon, Canada

Preserves and exhibits Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in heritage, offering educational programs and cultural celebrations.

Minto Bridges
Minto Bridges

Minto, Yukon, Canada

One of the few remaining suspension bridges in Yukon, presenting scenic views over the Stewart River.

The Forty Mile Site
The Forty Mile Site

Yukon, Canada

Once a thriving small town during the gold rush era, now an evocative historical site near the confluence of the Yukon and Fortymile Rivers.

Aishihik Lake
Aishihik Lake

Yukon, Canada

Stunning subarctic lake surrounded by mountains, providing habitat for a variety of species and traditional hunting grounds.

The Yukon Arts Centre
The Yukon Arts Centre

Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada

Showcasing Yukon artistry through performance arts, exhibitions, and community programs.

Carcross Desert Often referred to as the world's smallest desert, presenting a unique blend of sand dunes amidst northern pines.

Carcross Desert
Carcross Desert Often referred to as the world's smallest desert, presenting a unique blend of sand dunes amidst northern pines.
Miles Canyon The breathtaking natural canyon carved by the powerful Yukon River, encased by basalts and pine forests.

Miles Canyon
Miles Canyon The breathtaking natural canyon carved by the powerful Yukon River, encased by basalts and pine forests.
Dawson City Museum Showcases the fascinating Klondike Gold Rush history through well-preserved exhibits in an authentic atmosphere.

Dawson City Museum
Dawson City Museum Showcases the fascinating Klondike Gold Rush history through well-preserved exhibits in an authentic atmosphere.
Tombstone Territorial Park Experience rugged peaks and permafrost landforms in an area often missed by tourists, ideal for backcountry adventures.

Tombstone Territorial Park
Tombstone Territorial Park Experience rugged peaks and permafrost landforms in an area often missed by tourists, ideal for backcountry adventures.
Keno City Mining Museum Explore this tiny town's rich mining heritage, preserved in remnants and stories within the museum walls.

Keno City Mining Museum
Keno City Mining Museum Explore this tiny town's rich mining heritage, preserved in remnants and stories within the museum walls.
Emerald Lake A mesmerizingly vibrant body of water, known for its stunning turquoise hues caused by sunlight reflecting off white marl.

Emerald Lake
Emerald Lake A mesmerizingly vibrant body of water, known for its stunning turquoise hues caused by sunlight reflecting off white marl.
SS Keno National Historic Site A testimony to riverboat transportation, the SS Keno stands as a proud artifact from the days of Yukon's River commerce.

SS Keno National Historic Site
SS Keno National Historic Site A testimony to riverboat transportation, the SS Keno stands as a proud artifact from the days of Yukon's River commerce.
Five Finger Rapids Previously daunting navigational challenge for steamboats, now an idyllic spot offering scenic views and tranquil walks.

Five Finger Rapids
Five Finger Rapids Previously daunting navigational challenge for steamboats, now an idyllic spot offering scenic views and tranquil walks.
Ivvavik National Park One of Canada's most remote national parks, it presents untamed wilderness and preserves the Porcupine caribou herd's calving grounds.

Ivvavik National Park
Ivvavik National Park One of Canada's most remote national parks, it presents untamed wilderness and preserves the Porcupine caribou herd's calving grounds.
Old Log Church Museum Historical landmark featuring ecclesiastical artifacts and chronicling missionary work during Yukon's early settlement.

Old Log Church Museum
Old Log Church Museum Historical landmark featuring ecclesiastical artifacts and chronicling missionary work during Yukon's early settlement.
Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre Enter the prehistoric world of Beringia, an ice age landscape filled with mammoths and ancient cultures.

Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre
Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre Enter the prehistoric world of Beringia, an ice age landscape filled with mammoths and ancient cultures.
Fort Selkirk Historic Site Accessible only by boat or plane, this historic trading post offers a glimpse into the lives of early settlers and First Nations people.

Fort Selkirk Historic Site
Fort Selkirk Historic Site Accessible only by boat or plane, this historic trading post offers a glimpse into the lives of early settlers and First Nations people.
Montague Roadhouse Historical Site A historic stopover site from the early 20th century offering a glimpse into the lives of travelers and workers during the Klondike Gold Rush.

Montague Roadhouse Historical Site
Montague Roadhouse Historical Site A historic stopover site from the early 20th century offering a glimpse into the lives of travelers and workers during the Klondike Gold Rush.
Takhini Hot Springs Natural mineral hot springs located in lush boreal forest, providing relaxation amid nature's embrace.

Takhini Hot Springs
Takhini Hot Springs Natural mineral hot springs located in lush boreal forest, providing relaxation amid nature's embrace.
The Dredge No. 4 National Historic Site One of the largest wooden hull dredges in North America, exemplifying the engineering feats of gold mining.

The Dredge No. 4 National Historic Site
The Dredge No. 4 National Historic Site One of the largest wooden hull dredges in North America, exemplifying the engineering feats of gold mining.
Old Crow Village A remote Vuntut Gwitchin community rich in cultural heritage, situated along the Porcupine River.

Old Crow Village
Old Crow Village A remote Vuntut Gwitchin community rich in cultural heritage, situated along the Porcupine River.
Tombstone Mountain Viewpoint A striking panoramic viewpoint featuring rugged Tombstone Mountain within the visceral beauty of the Yukon landscape.

Tombstone Mountain Viewpoint
Tombstone Mountain Viewpoint A striking panoramic viewpoint featuring rugged Tombstone Mountain within the visceral beauty of the Yukon landscape.
Pingo Canadian Landmark Home to the northern hemisphere's highest concentration of ice-cored hills known as pingos.

Pingo Canadian Landmark
Pingo Canadian Landmark Home to the northern hemisphere's highest concentration of ice-cored hills known as pingos.
Kluane National Park and Reserve A UNESCO World Heritage site with Canada’s highest mountain peak and extensive glaciers.

Kluane National Park and Reserve
Kluane National Park and Reserve A UNESCO World Heritage site with Canada’s highest mountain peak and extensive glaciers.
White Pass & Yukon Route Railway Historic narrow gauge railroad linking the port of Skagway with Whitehorse, the capital of Yukon.

White Pass & Yukon Route Railway
White Pass & Yukon Route Railway Historic narrow gauge railroad linking the port of Skagway with Whitehorse, the capital of Yukon.
Klondike Highway A scenic route that retraces the steps of the 1890s gold seekers from Skagway to Dawson City.

Klondike Highway
Klondike Highway A scenic route that retraces the steps of the 1890s gold seekers from Skagway to Dawson City.
Yukon Suspension Bridge An engineering marvel offering breathtaking views over the Tutshi river canyon.

Yukon Suspension Bridge
Yukon Suspension Bridge An engineering marvel offering breathtaking views over the Tutshi river canyon.
The Sign Post Forest A collection of signs from all over the world started by a homesick GI during WWII.

The Sign Post Forest
The Sign Post Forest A collection of signs from all over the world started by a homesick GI during WWII.
MacBride Museum of Yukon History Explores the history of Yukon through diverse exhibitions ranging from natural history to modern art.

MacBride Museum of Yukon History
MacBride Museum of Yukon History Explores the history of Yukon through diverse exhibitions ranging from natural history to modern art.
Vuntut National Park A remote and undisturbed natural area in Northern Yukon, preserving delicate tundra ecosystems.

Vuntut National Park
Vuntut National Park A remote and undisturbed natural area in Northern Yukon, preserving delicate tundra ecosystems.
Kathleen Lake Nestled in Kluane National Park, a beautiful mountain-fringed lake offering hiking trails and paddle opportunities.

Kathleen Lake
Kathleen Lake Nestled in Kluane National Park, a beautiful mountain-fringed lake offering hiking trails and paddle opportunities.
Top of the World Highway An epic mountainous driving route providing panoramic views that span across Yukon and Alaska.

Top of the World Highway
Top of the World Highway An epic mountainous driving route providing panoramic views that span across Yukon and Alaska.
Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre Preserves and exhibits Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in heritage, offering educational programs and cultural celebrations.

Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre
Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre Preserves and exhibits Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in heritage, offering educational programs and cultural celebrations.
Minto Bridges One of the few remaining suspension bridges in Yukon, presenting scenic views over the Stewart River.

Minto Bridges
Minto Bridges One of the few remaining suspension bridges in Yukon, presenting scenic views over the Stewart River.
The Forty Mile Site Once a thriving small town during the gold rush era, now an evocative historical site near the confluence of the Yukon and Fortymile Rivers.

The Forty Mile Site
The Forty Mile Site Once a thriving small town during the gold rush era, now an evocative historical site near the confluence of the Yukon and Fortymile Rivers.
Aishihik Lake Stunning subarctic lake surrounded by mountains, providing habitat for a variety of species and traditional hunting grounds.

Aishihik Lake
Aishihik Lake Stunning subarctic lake surrounded by mountains, providing habitat for a variety of species and traditional hunting grounds.
The Yukon Arts Centre Showcasing Yukon artistry through performance arts, exhibitions, and community programs.

The Yukon Arts Centre
The Yukon Arts Centre Showcasing Yukon artistry through performance arts, exhibitions, and community programs.