Welcome to Whitehorse

Canada’s Wilderness City and the Yukon’s vibrant capital. Surrounded by mountains and the Yukon River, Whitehorse blends modern comfort with instant access to pristine northern wilderness.

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Whitehorse City Map Guide featuring aerial photo of Whitehorse with the Yukon River and SS Klondike along the banks of the river

Whitehorse City Guide

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Aerial photo of Whitehorse, from north side showing the Yukon River alongside the town.

A Wilderness City

Whitehorse is the Yukon’s capital and largest city, set along the Yukon River and surrounded by mountains, forest, and an extensive trail network that begins right in town. It offers easy access to hiking, paddling, wildlife viewing, and northern lights, alongside museums, galleries, local shops, and restaurants, making it an ideal base for exploring the Yukon.

Whitehorse History

The Whitehorse area has long been an important place for travel, fishing, and trade, with the Yukon River serving as a major transportation route. The community grew in the late nineteenth century as a river and rail centre and became the territorial capital in 1953. Today, Whitehorse is the Yukon’s administrative, cultural, and transportation hub.

Getting Here

By Road

Accessible by road via the Alaska Highway from Alaska and northern British Columbia, and via the Stewart Cassiar Highway connecting through northwestern British Columbia.

By Air

Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport (YXY) is served by Air North, Air Canada, and WestJet. For the most up to date information contact the airline directly.

Road Log

Explore the Alaska Highway Road Log, a complete guide to communities, viewpoints, and points of interest leading into and beyond Whitehorse.

Maps

Downtown Whitehorse
Whitehorse Overview
Whitehorse Subdivision
Maps
Yukon Highways

Essential Whitehorse

Explore Outdoors

Miles Canyon with the Yukon River, Whitehorse attraction

Miles Canyon

Walk or cycle along dramatic basalt cliffs carved by the Yukon River, just minutes from downtown Whitehorse.
People walking on the millenium trail bridge crossing the Yukon River minutes from downtown Whitehorse, Yukon

Millennium Trail

A paved riverside loop linking downtown, parks, and neighbourhoods, popular for walking and cycling.
Kids enjoying interaction with a Deer at the Yukon Wildlife Preserve

Yukon Wildlife Preserve

See northern wildlife along a scenic loop road featuring animals in large natural habitats.

Uniquely Whitehorse

SS Klondike

View this restored sternwheeler and see how river travel shaped transportation and daily life.

Hot Springs

Relax in nearby natural hot springs, a year round favourite for locals and visitors.

The '98

A long running Whitehorse pub known for live music, local atmosphere, and northern character.

Things to do

Explore Downtown

Stroll the riverfront and downtown streets lined with shops, galleries, restaurants, and historic buildings.

Canada Games Centre

A modern recreation facility offering swimming, fitness, climbing, skating, and wellness programs year round.

Yukon Arts Centre

Live performances, exhibitions, and events year round at Whitehorse’s main arts and cultural venue.

Local Experiences

Craft Beer and Distilling

Sample locally made beer and spirits at Yukon Brewing, Winterlong Brewing, and Woodcutter’s Blanket.

Glass Blowing

Watch glass artists or try it yourself at Lumel Glassworks and enjoy food and drinks at the onsite restaurant Gather.

Local Markets

Browse seasonal farmers markets and craft markets featuring Yukon grown food, handmade goods, and local art.

Museums and Culture

MacBride Museum

Discover Yukon history through artifacts, photographs, and exhibits covering Indigenous culture, exploration, and settlement.

Beringia & Transportation Museum

Two closely located museums exploring Ice Age Yukon and northen transportation system.

Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre

Experience contemporary First Nations culture through exhibitions, events, and striking riverfront architecture.

While you're in the area...

Carcross

A short drive south to a lakeside village known for colourful buildings, trails, and Indigenous culture.

Haines Junction

Gateway to Kluane National Park, offering access to hiking, wildlife viewing, and mountain scenery.

Skagway

Follow the South Klondike Highway to this historic coastal town and former Gold Rush gateway.

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98 Hotel

Whitehorse

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Air North

Dawson City

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Airport Chalet

Whitehorse

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Alpine Aviation

Whitehorse

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Amber Airways Inc.

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Arts Underground

Whitehorse

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BBQ King

Whitehorse

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Bear’s Paw Quilts

Whitehorse

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Best Western Gold Rush Inn

Whitehorse

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Big Bear Co.

Whitehorse

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Caribou RV Park

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Casa Loma Motel

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City of Whitehorse

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Crêperie La Petite Maison

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Edgewater Hotel, The

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Fortune House Restaurant

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Fox Bay Retreat

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Glacier View Cabins – Sidka Tours

Atlin

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Hi Country RV Park

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Hidden Valley B&B

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Historical Guest House

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Hyatt Place Whitehorse

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Icycle Sport

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Integra Tire

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Kanoe People Ltd.

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Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre

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La Bicicletta B&B

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Little Atlin Lodge

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Lopushinsky, James

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McCrae Petro-Canada

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McDonald’s 4th Avenue

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McDonald’s Walmart

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Metro Chrysler

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Midnight Sun Sheet Metal and Heating

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Mountain View Golf Course

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Muktuk Adventures

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Multicultural Centre of the Yukon

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North End Gallery

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Northern Lights Resort & Spa

Southern Lakes

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Nuna’s Crafts and General Store

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Pho 5 Star Restaurant Chez Noodle

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Pioneer RV Park

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PR Services

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Raven Recycling Depot Can/Bottle Refunds

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Robert Service Campground

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Ruby Range Adventure

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Skky Hotel

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Smoke & Sow BBQ Restaurant and Catering

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Tamarack Welding

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Up North Adventures

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White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad

Carcross

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Whitehorse Kia

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Whitehorse Subaru

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Wilderness Fishing Yukon

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Woodcutter’s Blanket

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Yukon Horsepacking Adventures

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Yukon Inn

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Yukon Transportation Museum

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Yukon Wide Adventures

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Yukon Wildlife Preserve

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Yukon Yamaha

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Advance North Mechanical

(867) 993-5785

Anglican/Episcopal Christ Church Cathedral

(867) 668-5530

[email protected]

Arctic Star Printing Inc.

(867) 668-4733

[email protected]

Asahiya Japanese Restaurant

(867) 668-2828

www.asahiya.ca

Bini Herbals Esthetic Centre

633-6570|335-3560

[email protected]

Black Bear Wilderness Adventures

(867) 335-0461

www.wildernessyukon.com

Builders Supplyland

(867) 668-6068

Canada Post Corporation

www.canadapost-postescanada.ca

Canada’s Best Value Inn/ River View Hotel

(867) 667-7801

[email protected]

riverviewhotel.ca

Capricmw Insurance

1-867-668-4343

Caribou Crossing Coffee

(867) 333-0535

www.facebook.com

City of Whitehorse – Trails

(867) 667-6401

www.whitehorse.ca

Cultured Fine Cheese

(867) 689-7463

Duffy’s Pets & Tanzilla Harness Supply

(867) 668-6350

[email protected]

www.tanzilla.ca

Fruit Stand

(867) 336-7183

Gold Originals By Charlotte

(867) 668-7928

[email protected]

Golden Sakura Japanese Restaurant

(867) 668-3298

www.goldensakura.ca

GoNorth Car & RV Rental RV Service & Parts

(867) 668-3222

[email protected]

www.gonorth-yukon.com

Horwood’s Mall

Inkspirationz

Inland Truck & Equipment

(867) 668-2127

Karla Desrosiers

Kentucky Fried Chicken –
Whitehorse

(867) 668-5900

www.kfc.ca

Kopper King Services

(867) 668-2347

La-Z-Boy Comfort Studio

(867) 668-6305

Locksmith Services

(867) 667-2281

LOL – Love Our Look Fashion & Accessories

668-2691

MacBride Museum of Yukon History

[email protected]

www.macbridemuseum.com

Marilyn Mah

Mighty Wash

(867) 667-4650

MountainView Church Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches

(867) 667-4889

[email protected]

www.Mountainview.church

NAPA Auto Parts

(867) 667-4275

NCES First Nation Art & Gift

(867) 633-4186

www.northernculture.org

New North Truck & Equipment

(867) 456-7154

Norgetown Laundry

(867) 667-6113

Northern Hospital & Safety Supply Inc.

(867) 668-5083

[email protected]

www.norhosp.com

P & M Recycling Centres

(867) 667-4338

Pacific Northwest Moving & Storage

(867) 668-2511

Paradise Alley

(867) 456-4228

Pickapeppa Caribbean Soul Food

1-867-456-4990

Qwanlin Centre

667-6251

Reliable Electric & Communications

633-6605

[email protected]

Renueva

689-9794

Ruby Range Wilderness and Fishing Lodge Inc

(867) 660-4073

[email protected]

www.yukonfishinglodge.com

Scissor Happy

(867) 393-2600

Seventh Day Adventist Church

(867) 633-5385

Shoppers Drug Mart –
Main Street

(867) 667-2485

Shoppers Drug Mart –
Qwanlin Centre

(867) 667-6633

Sport Yukon’s Klondike Trail Of ’98 International Road Relay

393-8338

[email protected]

www.sportyukon.com|www.klondikeroadrelay.com

Stacey’s Butcher Block

(867) 393-2565

Staples Business Depot

633-2550

Super A Foods & Tempo Gas
Riverdale

(867) 667-7860

Tait’s Custom Trailer Sales

334-2194

www.taittrailers.com.

Tamara Cromarty

Tatshenshini Rafting Expeditions

[email protected]

www.tatshenshiniyukon.com

Terus Construction LTD. DBA Skookum Asphalt

668-6326

The Franchise Footwear & Apparel

(867) 633-5848

www.facebook.com

Titanium Storage & U-Haul Rentals

(867) 334-3216

titaniumstorage.ca

Tokyo Sushi Japanese Restaurant

(867) 633-4567

www.tokyosushiwhitehorse.com

Totaltrac Yukon (2012) Inc.

(867) 667-4400

[email protected]

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church

(867) 668-4079

[email protected]

Whitehorse Legion

(867) 667-2800

Whitehorse Medical Services

(867) 393-6646

www.wmsl.net

Whitehorse Transit

www.whitehorse.ca

Windows & Walls Interior Designs Inc

668-6089

[email protected]

Wykes Your Independent Grocer

667-6251

Yukon Historical & Museums Association

(867) 667-4704

[email protected]

heritageyukon.ca

Yukon Liquor Corporation – Whitehorse

(867) 667-3630

[email protected]

www.ylc.yk.ca

Yukon Visitor Information Centre: Whitehorse

(867) 667-3084

Whitehorse History

Overland Trail

Once the lifeline between Whitehorse and Dawson, this historic winter route carried freight and mail long before highways linked the Yukon.

Dog Sled Mail

Before roads, dog teams braved the snow to deliver letters and supplies — explore the mushers’ courage and the North’s early communication lifeline.

KVA History

The Klondike Visitors Association helped turn Dawson’s rich past into a living story — from preservation efforts to legendary local events.

Gold Rush!

Step back to 1896 and the discovery that changed everything. Visit Bonanza Creek, see the claim sites, and relive the boom that built the Klondike.

Robert Service

Visit the cabin of the Yukon’s most beloved poet, whose verses captured the humour, hardship, and heart of the gold rush frontier.

Whitehorse Events

Experience Whitehorse’s yearround lineup of festivals, live music, and community events, from winter celebrations to summer nights, there’s always something happening.

More Whitehorse information

Gold Panning

From ancient Rome, to the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 1800s, to the modern day Discovery television show Gold Rush...

Bonanza Creek

This gold claim, No. 6 above Discovery on historic Bonanza Creek, is maintained by the Klondike Visitors Association...

The Tombstone Interpretive Centre

The Tombstone Interpretive Centre is a must-visit location for anyone visiting Tombstone Territorial Park or driving...

Practical Information

Emergency Numbers, General Information, Yukon Government Campgrounds, Dump Stations, Climate / Weather and more...

We are Gold Miners

WE ARE GOLD MINERS Our tradition is thousands of years old. We have mined in all the continents of the world. We have...

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