Yukon Wildlife Preserve
Semi-wild reserve amid vast northern forests and meadows, where you can see Yukon native animals such as moose, muskox, caribou and mountain goats.
The preserve covers about 700 acres and is home to more than ten northern species, including moose, muskox, wood bison, mountain caribou, Dall sheep, mountain goats, Canada lynx and arctic foxes. Most are injured or cannot be released back into the wild. You can explore a loop trail of about 5 km at your own pace, and there are guided shuttles in summer. The preserve lies beside the North Klondike Highway, about 25 minutes' drive from the city centre, and is often visited on the same day as nearby hot springs. Dress warmly in winter.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 09:30–18:00; shorter in winter (check the official website)
Nearby sights
- Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs (Takhini Hot Springs)
- Fish Lake
- Yukon Transportation Museum
- Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre
- Whitehorse Waterfront & Trolley
- Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre
- Old Log Church Museum
- MacBride Museum of Yukon History