Kathleen Lake
A vivid blue glacial lake surrounded by mountains. It is home to the park's only drive-in campground, and the lakeside red chairs, short trails and boating make it ideal for a day trip.
Kathleen Lake lies beside the Haines Highway, about 27 km south of Haines Junction. Its water shows a patchwork of deep and light blue-green, framed by the steep slopes of Mount Auriol and King's Throne Mountain. It is one of the most common scenic photos in Kluane National Park. The day-use area by the lake has viewpoints, picnic spots and a dock. You can walk the roughly 0.5 km accessible boardwalk along the shore, or take the approximately 2 km Kokanee Trail. Canoeing and kayaking are possible, but the lake is windy and the water is very cold, so wear life jackets and keep an eye on the weather. Next to the day-use area, Kathleen Lake Campground is the only drive-in campground in the park. Reserve in advance through the Parks Canada website in summer. Entry requires a national park day pass. This is bear country, so carry bear spray.
Opening hours
Open all day (campsite approx. mid-May to mid-Sep)
Nearby sights
- King's Throne Trail
- Rock Glacier Trail
- Auriol Trail
- Dezadeash Lake
- Haines Junction Village
- Dä Kų Cultural Centre & Kluane National Park Visitor Centre
- Kluane Icefield Flightseeing
- Tatshenshini River Rafting