Yukon

When one thinks of the Yukon, the Klondike Gold Rush is one of the first things that come to mind. When you are exploring the Yukon you must take the time to follow the trails of the gold miners and visit the old gold rush towns. Even today, there are several local people who mine gold in the rivers of the Yukon.

Other then the gold rush when you think of the Yukon you must think of the Aurora Borealis. The Northern Lights are visible in the Yukon and it is a breathtaking site to see. The Aurora Borealis is best viewed between September and April and will be different each night. Located in the far north western part of Canada, the history of this area extends back thousands of years. This area is believed to be where the First Nations people crossed over the land bridge between here and Russia.

Steeped in a rich cultural heritage you will find that the Yukon offers a little bit of adventure for everyone. It is an outdoor paradise and if you enjoy hiking, camping or fishing you have found the right place. White water rafting is a very big sport in the Yukon. The Yukon has over seventy mountain rivers that you can raft or kayak down. Hiking enthusiasts will find the wilderness parks unparalleled to any other hiking place on the planet. The awesome scenery and abundant wildlife that you will encounter makes a hiking or bicycling trip truly one of a kind.

If you feel real adventurous and enjoy winter weather you must learn to dog sled! Visit the Yukon during the winter months and enjoy snowmobiling, cross country skiing and other winter only activities. Remember the Northern Lights are best viewed during the winter months so visiting in the winter has many advantages.