Yukon

Yukon is a territory in northwestern Canada where mountain ranges, forests, tundra, rivers and lakes spread across a large area. The landscape shifts between deep valleys, rolling hills and wide open plains that turn green in summer and lie buried under snow in winter.

Gold seekers arrived here in the late 19th century and turned the thinly populated area into a region full of camps and settlements. Many stayed only briefly, but some towns formed permanently and shape the region to this day.

First Nations people continue to practice their customs here and you can witness their crafts, storytelling and ceremonies in many places. In daily life you notice the strong connection to nature, reflected in how people interact with and respect the land around them.

A main highway leads here from British Columbia and connects the larger settlements, while an airport near Whitehorse provides access by air. Distances are long and weather changes quickly, so it helps to allow enough time and be prepared for cold conditions.

In summer the sun barely sets and casts the landscape in a continuous twilight known as midnight light. In winter the pattern reverses and night lingers long, creating good conditions for watching the northern lights.

Location: Canada

Inception: 1898

Capital city: Whitehorse

Reference: YT

Part of: Northern Canada

Shares border with: British Columbia, Alaska, Northwest Territories, North Slope Borough, Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, Valdez–Cordova Census Area

Website: https://yukon.ca

GPS coordinates: 60.72083,-135.05333

Latest update: December 14, 2025 23:39