With the crystal clear Klondike River meandering through it, the Klondike region is attractive to tourists. The area is popular among those with an interest in gold rush history, or even just those with a desire to get out in the wilderness and see what Mother Nature has to offer. In addition to natural wonders, the Klondike region also has lively communities and entertaining attractions.
While the Alaska Highway is a joy to travel start to finish, there are several stops that make the journey extra special.
Not all that glitters is gold, unless it’s in Dawson City. Here are the best things to do and experience in this small Klondike town.
Engaging tours, fascinating artifacts and a living museum: Welcome to Gold Dredge 8.
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This looped road trip will take you through four historical towns of the Yukon Territory.
Dawson City, Yukon, is a ways off the Alaska Highway but worth the trip
The great thing about a caravan is having guides who know the area and can showcase the best there is to see in each community: entertainment, attractions, campgrounds and restaurants.
Art is in the eye of the beholder; just ask any visitor to Dawson Creek. The renowned Dawson Creek Art Gallery offers up some amazing Canadian art of the traditional variety, but a few steps outside the box turn up some more unusual artistic fare.
Last summer, longtime snowbirds Cal Wilson and Lynn Dent-Wilson travelled through northern B.C. to Yukon and Alaska to visit old stomping grounds and soak up some history.
Dawson City, Yukon, brings many northern adventurers each year, and never ceases to amaze.
