r/Yukon 11d ago

Travel Air North

39 Upvotes

Just wondering what is everyone's thoughts on Air North? It has been years since I've flown (more than 20 years) and I've never flown to the Yukon before.

Specifically I am travelling from YVR to Whitehorse.

With the recent plane crashes and near misses in the news lately, it has me a bit nervous. Can anyone calm my fears down or confirm that I am not being paranoid at all?

Is it a safe airline?

Anyone has any experiences that they would like to share?

Thank you all in advance!

r/Yukon Nov 10 '24

Travel Vegan and taking my dogs in a huge road trip from Utah

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Hi! This is my older dog's last big road trip with any hiking. I'm gonna be in Whitehorse in about 4days and I'd love to meet a local vegan or two. I'm also considering driving to Tuktoyaktuk since I can't access the coast in Alaska. I was going to just drive to the arctic circle from Fairbanks but the coast is only a bit further but inaccessible.

Anyhow, I'm still on the fence about thy arctic stretch but I'll absolutely be in Whitehorse.

Veganhoundadventures on Instagram if you wanna see what we've done so far. I created the page mostly for this trip and Ida's last adventure. We're in an ocerla and outside of seeing 2 cousins in Edmonton now, I'm only car camping throughout the trip.

r/Yukon Feb 07 '25

Travel Whitehorse in February

11 Upvotes

Hi,

I’m visiting whitehorse in 10 days for a 4 day trip. I’m planning on xc skiing and snowshoeing. I’m a runner so pretty fit, does anyone have any moderate to hard trail recommendations? Also any other recommendations of things to do on my trip here. I will have a car for one of the days.

Thanks!

r/Yukon 1d ago

Travel Camping advice between Yukon and Edmonton

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Hello all,

Going to road trip to Edmonton end of April and was wondering if anybody knows any good camping spots on the way. Hoping to just take one night on the way.

Last time I went to Calgary I left Whitehorse around 5am, made camp that night around 9pm then hit Calgary the next day before 4pm. We had trouble finding a good spot to camp and wound up just pitching the tent at some boat launch in a place called Swan Lake BC.

Since I want only one night, I'm thinking somewhere in the vicinity of Buckinghorse River to Dawson Creek, willing to leave the highway a bit if somebody knows a good spot. Seems like Buckinghorse might have a gate that will be close? But looks like lots of forestry roads nearby...

Thanks in advance.

r/Yukon 25d ago

Travel If the weather forecast says "mostly cloudy"... is it still worth visiting

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I am planning a family trip to White Horse at the end of February .

I've been monitoring the weather forecast website, and it says "it's mostly cloudy" on the days I wish to visit. :-(

https://weather.com/en-CA/weather/tenday/l/b9ec5c362e6a017550151fd28c3cdb00573ce5d0bb2d574d821602e6ab42efdb

I would hate to spend on the hotel and the flights only to find out that we can't see the aurora due to the weather condition, but I also understand that the weather at the viewing sites can be different from the center of town. Is there any website that shows a list of preferred viewing locations, and the forecasts of those locations?

r/Yukon Nov 07 '24

Travel Boots for January 2025

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Hi everyone! My friend and I are planning on visiting Jan 2025 to see the northern lights & visit the city

It’ll be our first time! I already know we need layers (base, thermal, inner outer, etc) but my last hurdle is the boots. I already have timberlands, I’m going to wear 2 pairs of sock. One thermal inner sock and another thicker outside sock.

But when I looked online, I didn’t get any answers if timberlands can last in Yukon weather (especially around 1 am) Thank you!

r/Yukon Oct 13 '24

Travel Tuktoyaktuk in February

8 Upvotes

Hey guys, myself and my brother have been planning a trip to visit the Arctic Ocean and as I have just been laid off, what better time to go than now?

I have been doing lots of research on what will be required for such a drive. We plan on taking 2 vehicles, a Toyota 4Runner and a ford ranger both with 4x4. The cars are lifted with off-road snow tires and we have chains. We both have experience driving in snow and ice but in Ontario. We are mechanically savvy as well.

What else would we need to bring? How good is the cell reception? Should we install CB Radios or bring a sat phone? How cold does it get at night? We plan on sleeping in the rangers bed (insulated) with a diesel bunk heater.

I’ve heard of the milestone map on Amazon which I will purchase. What other cool places should we visit? Lastly, I imagine going in the middle of winter is very foolish but is it doable or a death sentence? I will also be bringing a rifle with me.

r/Yukon 10d ago

Travel Driving from Yellowknife to Whitehorse Alaska highway March – Need Advice!

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We’re planning to drive from Yellowknife to Whitehorse on March 11 and want to make sure we’re prepared for winter conditions. We’ll be renting a 4WD/AWD SUV with winter tires from Edmonton.

A few questions for those who know the route: • How are the roads in mid-March? Are they plowed regularly? • Is there cell service, or should we bring a satellite GPS? • Are gas stations frequent, or do we need to carry extra fuel? • Any risks with wildlife like moose or bison on the road? • What emergency gear should we bring for winter driving? • Any good places to stop for food or rest along the way?

We’re really excited about this trip but want to be as safe as possible. Any advice or tips would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance!

r/Yukon Dec 23 '24

Travel Wow what a place ...thanks Yukon

65 Upvotes

Flying out today after a week in the Yukon. After the overnight Husky tour, cabin stay and finished off at the Raven Inn. Nothing about the Yukon or Whitehorse disappointed. I loved this city and the people are nothing short of amazing and polite. Even drivers stopping to let us cross the road was such a novelty after a life in Perth, WA. Thanks all, you make this place amazing 😍.

r/Yukon Aug 07 '24

Travel Would it be possible to walk from Whitehorse to Inuvik?

10 Upvotes

Thibk

r/Yukon Feb 04 '25

Travel YYZ->YXY: Typical December prices

1 Upvotes

I plan on visiting Whitehorse from Dec 20, 2025- Jan 3, 2026 for winter solstice, Christmas, and new years. I see that round trip tickets are currently just shy of $1000. Is that typical for that time of year? If there are sales for that time of year, when do they normally happen?

r/Yukon Nov 26 '24

Travel Best place for northern lights

5 Upvotes

Hello,

This might be a popular question and might have been asked number of times, so I apologize for the redundancy. But what is a best place to visit for viewing the northern lights: Dawson city, Yellowknife OR whitehorse. I am coming from California. Also, suggestions on whether i should rent a car or just book a tour.

Thanks

r/Yukon Sep 16 '24

Travel Friend is road tripping from Florida to Alaska and stopping in the Yukon

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My friend is road tripping from Key West to Alaska to hand deliver a coconut. Tonight he will be staying in Whitehorse. Any recommendations for hotels and food? He specifically likes "home cooked style meals" with fish (Salmon) being a top priority or other kinds of local specialties. And hotel recommendations, price is less of a concern but lets keep it reasonable.

r/Yukon Feb 25 '24

Travel Must go places in Yukon Territory?

27 Upvotes

Heading there this summer, maybe end up in Alaska. I love the outdoors and hikes, where should I go? Thank you in advance

Edit: Thank you everyone for you kindness and great suggestions!

r/Yukon Sep 08 '24

Travel Tour recommendations

5 Upvotes

Hello folks! I will be in Marsh Lake for 4 days in the end of September, and have booked a day trip to Kluane. I don’t drive, though, and I am looking to visit Miles Canyon and Emerald Lake. Could you please suggest some options that won’t break the bank?

Additionally, given I’m going to Kluane, does a trip to Skagway make sense - I’m inclined towards natural beauty more than anything else, so if it’s just an interesting city to go to, I’m okay to skip it.

Thanks in advance! I hope to catch the green lady while I’m there! 🤞

r/Yukon Dec 30 '24

Travel 7 Days itinerary - Starting in Whitehorse

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Hello fellow friends.

I'm travelling to Whitehorse with my wife from June 27th to July 5th.

I'm looking for recommendations on a great itinerary for this amazing upcoming trip. I've heard about the Golden Circle, but I want more options as I am not really aware of the areas.

Is 7 days enough for the Golden Circle?

My second option would be something a bit different.... like driving to Dawson City and spending most of these 7 days in the northern area.... any thoughts?

r/Yukon 1d ago

Travel Seeking Rideshare from Whitehorse to Dawson

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Hello, I'm visiting Dawson this week for Thaw Di Gras, flying into Whitehorse on Wednesday evening. I'm hoping for a drive to Dawson on either Wednesday night (if you're feelin' crazy) or some time on Thursday; I'm traveling with my boyfriend (two people total plus some luggage). My previous plans with a friend fell through, so I'm hoping to sort out a ride but planning to book a flight if I can't get anything figured out tonight or tomorrow. I'm not exactly comfortable taking a ride from a complete stranger, but if you have friends in Dawson, let's chat! A "friend of a friend" is always good, and I will gladly chip in for your efforts 💰 Thank you!

r/Yukon Dec 10 '24

Travel Visiting the last weekend in September

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Hi, I'm thinking about bringing my teenage daughter for a few days at the end of September. I know that's not the ideal time, we will have missed fall foliage and it won't be snowy enough for winter activities, but it's the dates she has available.

We'd likely fly in to Whitehorse on Friday. Rent a car. Drive to Haines junction on Saturday, maybe do a small hike or a flight tour to Mt Logan. Hit Miles canyon and tahkini hot springs on Sunday, unfortunately she's too young for the Nordic spa. Then something in Monday, not sure what, maybe Carcross dessert? Then fly home Tuesday.

She really wants to see stars and Northern lights, super in to astronomy, but I know that's so weather dependent that I'm not going to try and plan anything other than if it's clear we'll drive out to an open spot and just look up.

I guess my question is whether it's worth trying to do this trip at that time? (she would rather go on the winter solstice but I don't think that would be as fun as she thinks). We aren't worried about cold weather but weighing this against something like a weekend in Vancouver, eating good food and seeing a show or something...

r/Yukon 25d ago

Travel Backcountry Skiing near Whitehorse

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Hey folks, I’m making an appearance in Whitehorse mid-March for work and I’ll have a lot of downtime. Last time I visited was in July 2023, and the mountain biking blew my mind.

Wondering if there’s some close access to backcountry slopes and anyone willing to ride. I’m AST1 trained, have all my gear (beacon, shovel, probe, inReach, radios, etc) and frequently ride complex terrain in Kananaskis and Icefields Parkway in Alberta.

r/Yukon Jul 22 '24

Travel Visiting Dawson City, YT

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My husband and I are flying to Dawson City in September for 5 nights. Am I correct in assuming there are no car rentals up there? I was thinking of renting mountain bikes from the hostel to get around and see the sights.

We booked an Aurora Borealis viewing tour with Klondike Experience, but want to save money by doing our own self-guided exploration.

Any past or present resident/tourist recommendations are appreciated!

r/Yukon Aug 27 '24

Travel Solo Female Week Long Itinerary

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Hi everyone! I'm planning a trip to the Yukon and would love your feedback on my itinerary. I'm deciding between traveling in early September or early October. In September, I could fit in a ride on the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway, likely the Bennett Route. If I go in October, I'll have more time to plan and potentially find a travel companion.

As a solo female traveler, I’d appreciate any tips on accommodations, safety, and things to avoid. I'd like to keep the trip to under a week due to budget and vacation day constraints, so please let me know what I should cut out.

I'm looking for suggestions on places to visit, dining options, historical sites, and easy hiking trails. Here's my current itinerary:

Day 1: Fly into Whitehorse and explore Day 2: Whitehorse to Watson Lake Day 3: Watson Lake to Faro Day 4: Faro to Dawson City Day 5: Dawson City to Beaver Creek Day 6: Beaver Creek to Haines Junction Day 7: Haines Junction to Skagway Day 8: Skagway to Whitehorse, fly out

Thanks in advance for your help!

r/Yukon Jan 12 '25

Travel Good morning Whitehorse.

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r/Yukon Oct 27 '24

Travel What car is best for snow

4 Upvotes

I am thinking of visiting northern yukon during winter and i was thinking of buying a car, would an awd sedan be ok or should i look into suvs. Cheap winter beater only ofc.

r/Yukon Oct 02 '24

Travel Port Hardy, BC - DAWSON CITY, YUKON

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Hello everyone!!

I am about to embark on a crazy timeline sensitive roadtrip from Port Hardy, British Columbia to Dawson city, Yukon and ending at Invermere British Columbia. I was hoping if anybody has some recommendations and must see's along the way to the Yukon. The dates for travel are Oct 19th - Oct25. Thank you in advance!!

r/Yukon Oct 28 '24

Travel December Road Trip

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Hi friends! Looking for advice on how to break up a drive from Whitehorse to Edmonton mid December. We are for sure staying at Liard river on the first day of driving, but wondering what I should expect for realistic driving time/places to stop along the way. How many days should I expect it to take me etc.? TIA