Whitehorse Area

You can hike, bike, or jog the vast network of trails, many of which follow the shores of the river. Shipyards Park hosts a weekly Farmers Market, where you can find local products such as produce and crafts, as well as music and other performances.

Watch for salmon at the Fish Ladder, and check for music festivals and other special events taking place along the waterfront. Don’t forget to visit the S.S. Klondike National Historic Site, the most famous attraction, which is also located on the banks of the Yukon River.

Once you’ve gotten your fill of nature, discover a downtown that’s loaded with charisma. Whitehorse is a captivating mix of coffee shops, museums and quirky heritage buildings, blended with a capital city going about its business.

Creativity runs deep here—enjoy public art, inspired cuisine, live performances and inviting cultural explorations. Small shops offer everything from fine local artwork to fireweed jelly. Locals and visitors hit the larger stores for a variety of outdoor gear and trendy fashions—a line that can blur a bit up here.

Stroll the Millennium Trail past the impressive Whitehorse dam and along the river to tour the historic S.S. Klondike sternwheeler. Carry on to the picturesque waterfront.

Fill your day here at the many tempting places to explore, including the historic White Pass and Yukon Route train station and the welcoming Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre. Or take a seat at one of the viewing platforms and just watch the river go by.