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Long Lake
Long Lake is a popular day use and swimming area. Hike along the trail encircling the lake or enjoy a picnic. Camping and fires are not permitted in this area.
Address: 3.5 km (2.2 mi) along Wickstrom Road (off of Hospital Road) Whitehorse YT Canada
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Rotary Peace Park
This downtown park is located beside the Yukon River. The park is home to many of Whitehorse's events.
Address: Waterfront & 2nd Avenue Whitehorse YK
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Herschel Island Territorial Park
Herschel Island is located in the Beaufort Sea, off the Yukon's north coast. Several species of birds and wildlife frequent the area once inhabited by prehistoric hunters and fishers. Enjoy hiking, camping, photography and wildlife viewing. Visitors to the park are advised to carry all necessary equipment, clothing and supplies as there are limited services.
Address: Access via chartered boat and aircraft. YT Canada
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Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, this park is located at the southwest corner of the Yukon and has Canada's highest peak, Mount Logan, and some of the world's largest non-polar ice fields.
 1 867 634-7250
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McIntyre Marsh
McIntyre Marsh offers great bird-watching and wildlife viewing opportunities. A gazebo onsite provides shelter and displays interpretive panels.
Address: Fish Lake Road Whitehorse YT Canada
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Kishwoot Island
With its mix of forests and shallow side channels, Kishwoot Island offers birding opportunities and provides wildlife habitats.
Address: . Whitehorse YT Canada
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LePage Park
LePage park hosts Arts in the Park, a summer event featuring performances by local musicians and displays of art. Performances are scheduled on weekdays during lunch hour and are free.
Address: Corner of Wood Street and 3rd Avenue Whitehorse YT Canada
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Lucky Lake Recreation Site
A popular spot with locals and tourists, Lucky Lake offers several recreational opportunities including swimming, hiking and picnicking. Enjoy the waterslide and beaches for some summer fun.
Address: Km 970/Mile 603 Alaska Highway Watson Lake YT Canada
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Ivvavik National Park
Ivvavik National Park is located approximately 200 km east of Inuvik. There is evidence that human habitation can be dated back 30 000 years. The remains of eight distinct cultures have been discovered by archaeologists. The Firth River is rated as difficult by canoers and kayakers.
Address: Box 1840 Inuvik NT X0E 0T0
1 867 777-3248
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Carcross Desert
Known as the world's smallest desert, the Carcross Desert is comprised of active sand dunes and sandy hillsides, at one time a glacial lake bed. Visitors can explore the unique flora that survive in the arid conditions.
Address: South Klondike Highway, Km 108 (mi 67) Carcross YT Canada
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Bert Law Park
Enjoy strolling through this small island park and viewing birds and looking for signs of mule, deer and berries. Access via the Robert Service Campground.
Address: . Whitehorse YT Canada
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Tombstone Park
Covering a protected area of 2000 sq km (772.2 sq mi), Tombstone Park features tundra environments filled with wildlife and birds. Located in the south Ogilvie Mountains, Dempster Highway runs through the park providing access to this natural attraction.
Address: . Dawson City YT Canada
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Rancheria Falls
Rancheria Falls is a recreation day-use area offering a 10-minute hiking trail to the Rancheria River and waterfalls. A large parking area and toilets are available.
Address: Km 1155/mile 718, Alaska Highway Rancheria YT Canada
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Vuntut National Park
Vuntut is dedicated to the preservation of wilderness and the traditional Vuntut Gwitchin way of life. Travelers must be entirely self-sufficient as there are no facilities or services of any kind.
Address: PO Box 19 Old Crow Yukon Y0B 1N0
 Send an Email (8) 1 867 966-3622
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Quartz Road Wetlands
An important wildlife area, the Quartz Road Wetlands contains several species of fish and birds including chinook salmon, arctic grayling, mew gulls and swans.
Address: Yukon River Whitehorse YT Canada
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Wye Lake Park
Spend the day at Wye Lake Park, a 26 hectare (64 acre) park located in downtown Watson Lake. Open year-round, locals enjoy walking along the trail around Wye Lake, an excellent birdwatching area. Other attractions include a gazebo, picnic area, playground and boardwalk.
Address: Downtown Watson Lake YT Canada
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Shipyards Park
Opened in 2003, this waterfront park is located downtown between the Yukon River and 2nd Avenue. Facilities include an outdoor ampitheatre, skating loop, picnic area and tobboganing hill.
Address: 2nd Avenue Whitehorse YT
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