Kluane National Park and Reserve

Kluane National Park is a large protected area in southwestern Yukon dominated by mountains and glaciers that shape much of the landscape. Canada's highest peak rises from this terrain, and numerous glaciers spread across the region.

The protected area was established in the 1970s to preserve these vast mountains and glaciers. Agreements with local peoples who have used the land for a long time followed afterward.

The park's name comes from the Kluane First Nation's language and refers to the mountains and land that have held meaning for their people across generations. Visitors can sense this deep connection to the landscape throughout the park, from traditional sites to the stories tied to this place.

The best starting point is Kathleen Lake on the southern edge, where park facilities and viewpoints are located. The region is most accessible during warmer months when snow has melted and trails are open.

The area holds one of the largest ice systems outside the polar regions, stretching across borders with neighboring protected areas. This massive frozen landscape connects with adjacent territories and forms a cross-border natural feature.

Location: Yukon

Inception: 1972

Operator: Parks Canada

Part of: Kluane / Wrangell – St. Elias / Glacier Bay / Tatshenshini-Alsek

Website: https://pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/yt/kluane

GPS coordinates: 61.19758,-140.99197

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:01