Dedicated Northern Lights tours and accommodation can be found in the far reaches of Canada’s north. Northern Lights Resort and Spa just outside of Whitehorse is the top place to stay in Yukon to capture the stunning Aurora Borealis, and the lodge boasts heated log cabins as well as new glass chalets, so you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your bed to witness the displays.

The lights come on every night of the year, but the only time anyone can see them is when it’s completely dark outside. Because the sun never sets in the Yukon in the summer, visitors can only see the Northern Lights if they travel there in the winter. The best time to travel is between November and March when the days are short and the nights are long. If the venue is dark enough, the audience has a chance. That means going where it’s dark, away from artificial lights or urban areas. The Yukon's light show can be seen on clear nights from the middle of August to the middle of April, but viewing is best outside of Whitehorse, the capital.

Cross-country territory is the Yukon. Skiing is a great way to enjoy winter in the Yukon, and there are many different types of skiing available. No matter where they are from, guests may enjoy their favorite winter sport because it offers a wide range of skiing possibilities.

85 kilometers of top-notch cross-country ski tracks in Whitehorse will take you into the icy landscape of Mount McIntyre. Ski the five kilometers of a multi-use route that runs beside the Yukon Wildlife Preserve's fence for a one-of-a-kind and memorable experience. You'll witness muskox, caribou, moose, mountain goats, and many other northern species in their diverse natural habitats.

Those looking to increase their speed and elevation can hit Mount Sima, which offers the bonus of an amazing view of the surrounding mountains. The Whitehorse and Watson Lake ski hills are relatively uncrowded, but if you want to ski in solitude, the backcountry is waiting. It’s exciting, it’s pristine and it’s devoid of novice skiers who might uncontrollably plow into you.

Choose your skiing adventure, or try them all. Just be sure to snap a photo—sunny blue skies, gleaming snow, and rosy cheeks make for an amazing profile picture.

Snowshoeing in Yukon is a really close-to-nature activity and great for spotting wildlife in winter.

Snowshoeing is now a hobby that even a beginner can pick up with ease, thanks to technological advancements. And depending on one's disposition and degree of physical condition, treks might range from easy to challenging. Snowshoeing in Yukon is a terrific winter pastime for getting up close to nature and observing local species.

If one is wishing to go on their own adventure, the Fish Lake Loop in Whitehorse is a terrific area to go. Another choice is to sign up for a Whitehorse guided snowshoeing excursion and take use of the knowledge of the local guides.

Snowshoeing in the Yukon allows you to access areas that skiing cannot. The ease of learning how to use modern equipment makes snowshoeing simple. Additionally, you can choose between easy and difficult hikes based on your fitness level and mood.

If the thought of taking a fishing rod, auger, and stepping out into a frozen lake while on vacation doesn't sound like a typical way to spend one's free time, that's because it isn't. The ice fishing season in Yukon can start in the middle of winter and last well into spring, depending on the year. The light shining on the snow enhances the days, which frequently feature a clear, blue sky. The Yukon's waterways are home to a variety of freshwater plants and animals.

If you don't typically go ice fishing, rent all the clothing and equipment while you're here. Then go for that ice-fishing-chic parka and sunglasses outfit.

Snowmobiles are used to reach prime ice fishing spots. Once you're in place it's a matter of drilling holes through the ice to the freezing water below. Then simply bait your hook, drop the line, and patiently wait for something to bite.

In the Yukon, dog sledding is a popular winter activity. It's a favorite trend for those who prefer to be outside even when the temperature drops, including snowshoeing, skiing, and ice fishing. The Canadian region of Yukon is an excellent destination for dog sledding enthusiasts since the locals have plenty of experience in the field, thanks to the annual Yukon Quest International Dog Sled Race. The route begins from Yukon's capital of Whitehorse and arrives in Fairbanks, Alaska, a full thousand miles distant. So if you want the exhilarating rush of guiding dog sleds at speeds of up to 20kmph, learn to mush with experts at the dog-sledding camp in Whitehorse.

If your schedule allows it, there are plenty of tour companies close enough to town to make it simple to fit in a half-day experience. However, there are a variety of choices, such as overnight excursions where you'll assist with dog care, stay in a secluded wilderness camp, and search for the entrancing northern lights.

Commanding six dogs at the front of a dogsled is no easy task when you do ultimately decide to take the helm. Beyond saying "sit," "stay," and "shake a paw," you'll need to know how to talk to these animated puppies. Follow these experts' advice for the best riding results and the ride of your life.

During the winter months in the Yukon, caribou can be seen traveling along and crossing roadways. There are two herds of barren-ground caribou in the Yukon: the large Porcupine Herd and the smaller Forty Mile Herd. Barren-ground caribou are herd animals and may be found in both of these herds. These enormous herds go south later in the year after beginning their trek in the north during the spring.

When tens of thousands of Porcupine Caribou migrate over the 740-kilometer Dempster Highway from Dawson City in the winter, you can see them in northern Yukon.

These enormous herds travel north in the spring and then south in the fall. The ideal time to observe wolves and lynx on the Dempster Highway is during the winter, though. Stay at Canada's Best Value Inn in Dawson City to observe animals.

Go fat biking in Whitehorse, it's the Yukon hub for this thrilling winter sport and has some of the best, and best groomed, trails.

If you haven't tried fat biking, it's like MTB only on snow. But fat-tired bikes give a smoother ride, and snow cushions bump and fall. If you want to fat bike in Whitehorse, stay at The Yukon Inn and take on the Millennium Trail.

The term "fat biking" refers to any form of mountain biking that utilizes tires of four to five inches in width and enables riders to traverse foot-packed snow, Skidoo, and dog mushing routes throughout the winter. These tires allow you to maneuver in the snow, across frozen lakes, and through untouched trails (but definitely not crush a lineup of old cars, so please don’t try that). Rent a bike in Whitehorse, and we promise it’ll put your previous bike excursions to shame.

If you go to Whitehorse in the winter, you might see a few natives riding fat bikes to get around. "Fat bikes" are created for the best traction on snow and are named for their thick, large tires. It's a great opportunity to explore the outdoors and make it easier for you to go to some locations than you would during the summer. You may cycle directly to the other side rather than hiking around because of the iced-over lakes throughout the winter. Once you're back on the routes through the trees, search for animal footprints left by foxes and snowshoe hares.

Visit the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Center in Whitehorse to learn more about First Nations culture. This specially constructed area honors the Kwanlin Dün First Nation's cultural legacy and is located on the banks of the Chu N'nkwän (Yukon River). Visit Whispering Trees Adventures to learn more about all 14 Yukon First Nations.

Yukon First Nations artists create colorful traditional and contemporary art in a variety of performing and visual mediums. To enthrall audiences at home and abroad, carvers, weavers, sewers, beaders, sculptors, and painters derive inspiration from the environment, culture, languages, history, and communities. Dancers, drummers, actors, writers, poets, and filmmakers join them. In galleries, cultural institutions, festivals, and theaters around the Yukon look for indigenous art.

A flightseeing excursion, which can take tourists over some of the harshest and deserted regions of the continent, can provide some of the best views of the north. Bush planes and float planes have historically been based in the Yukon. For a long time, the only means of transportation to and from the Arctic were floatplanes and bush aircraft. To remote towns, mines, and camps, planes delivered people and materials. There were no highways. In the days of the explorers, traveling required becoming adept at the skies and waterways.

The cost of flightseeing in northern Canada is incredibly low. Here, small aircraft are viewed like taxis and are frequently used in place of long drives. That indicates a large number of easily available aircraft and pilots.

It's a great way to see hidden lakes, glaciers, and peaks. In winter you've also the chance of witnessing migrating caribou herds or viewing isolated and eerie Gold Rush ghost towns like Bennett BC.