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Photo: YG H.-G. Pfaff
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ALASKA HIGHWAY #1
The distance in kilometres refers to the
distance from Dawson Creek, British
Columbia.
Wye Lake Trail
km 980
A 3 km (2 mi.) trail winds around Wye
Lake, in the heart of Watson Lake.
Numerous species of waterfowl and
songbirds inhabit the area. Interpretive
panels along the trail present
information about Yukon wildlife.
Rancheria Falls
Rancheria Falls Recreation Site
km 1112
An easy, 10-minute boardwalk
leads you through boreal forest
to a picturesque waterfall on the
Rancheria River. Panels along the trail
interpret features of the boreal forest,
the benefits of fire and the life of the
American Dipper.
Teslin Lake Interpretive Site
km 1247
North of Teslin, look for a large
pullout on the west side of the road.
A deck with interpretive panels
overlooks Teslin Lake. The panels
interpret Teslin Tlingit First Nation
history and animal life.
Miles Canyon
Yukon River Bridge
km 1393
A large viewing deck overlooks the
beginning of the Yukon River. It
is known locally known as Lewes
Marsh. Panels here interpret the
history and nature in the area.
Canyon Creek Bridge
SOUTH KLONDIKE HIGHWAY #2
The Klondike Highway is divided into the
South (Skagway to Alaska Highway) and
North (Alaska Highway north of Whitehorse
to Dawson). Distances are measured from
Skagway, Alaska.
Carcross Desert Viewpoint
km 108
Carcross Desert is affectionately
known as the world’s smallest
desert. The wind blows sand from
Bennett Lake forming sand dunes
and making them advance across
the landscape, sometimes burying
trees along the way.
Emerald Lake
km 118
This pullout provides an excellent
view of Emerald Lake’s famous
turquoise waters. Interpretive panels
describe the effect of climate
on wildlife and explain the lake’s
mysterious colour, a result of light
reflecting off layers of marl, or CaCO3
(powdered limestone).
HAINES ROAD HIGHWAY #3
Distances are measured from Haines, Alaska.
Tatshenshini River Viewpoint
km 162
A pullout on the west side of the
road overlooks the beautiful Alsek
mountain range and the Tatshenshini
River, which was designated a
Canadian Heritage River in 2005.
Panels explain early exploration of
the area.
Kathleen River Bridge
km 221
A pullout on the east side of the road
provides access to the Kathleen River.
There are panels explaining fish use.
ROBERT CAMPBELL HIGHWAY #4
This highway is mainly gravel and is less
travelled than other Yukon highways.
Van Gorder Falls Trail
10 km up Mitchell Road, Faro
This trail is a wonderful way to spend
about two hours on an easy 1.5 km
(1 mi.) walk that winds its way
through the forest, at the edge of
town. The trail crosses Van Gorder
Creek, and then climbs up before
ending at a viewing deck overlooking
the falls. Sheep may be seen at this
important resting spot. Pick up the
trail pamphlet from the interpretive
centre to learn more about the
trailside flora and fauna.
Faro Arboretum
11 km up Mitchell Road
Less than a kilometre north of the
turnoff to the Town of Faro, this
site showcases native plants of
the region. Interpretive panels and
viewing decks feature local flora and
fauna.
Follow the 1.2 km (0.7 mi.) loop trail
from the kiosk to the viewing deck,
and down to the west arm of Van
Gorder Creek.
TOP OF THE WORLD HIGHWAY
Distances are measured from the West
Dawson ferry landing.
Fortymile Caribou Range
km 12.4 
There is a large rest-stop area on
the south side of the road. A short
trail leads to a deck overlooking the
Yukon River valley. Panels interpret
the Fortymile caribou herd that
roams this valley and the history of
the people of this area.
SILVER TRAIL HIGHWAY #11
Distances are measured from the Klondike
Hwy.
Binet House, Mayo
Devils Elbow Wetland
km 10
Discover the age-old movements of
the moose, the river and the Na-cho
Nyäk Dun, “the Big River People.”
Interpretive panels lead you on a 750
m (less than 0.5 mi.) walk to a viewing
deck overlooking the Stewart River
Valley and its important wetland
habitat for moose and waterfowl.
Signpost Hill, Keno City
Signpost Hill, Keno City
km 111
This area is renowned for its arctic
butterflies, but there is far more
to see. Collared Pika and Hoary
Marmots are commonly seen. The
Signpost Road, which can be driven
(not suited for RVs), leads 10.5 km
(6.5 mi.) to the milepost sign on
top of Keno Hill. Learn more about
alpine wildlife at the Keno Hill Alpine
Interpretive Centre, beside the Keno
City Mining Museum. Pick up your
copy of Viewing Alpine Wildlife on
Keno Hill and Exploring Keno Hill:
Stories of a silver deposit, or any of
the other free brochures.
Some Points of Interest Along Yukon Routes
Emerald Lake
Photo: YG H.-G. Pfaff
This summarized information was taken from
the free Yukon Wildlife Viewing Guide, available
at Visitor Information Centres.
Aussi disponible en francais.
Photo © YG
Photo © YG
Photo © YG
Photo © YG
Yukon.ca/yukon-wildlife-viewing-guide
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