Dawson City Dike

Dawson City is one of the iconic gold mining towns on the Yukon River. On this Tour, you’ll walk along the banks of the majestic river, where there’s so much more to discover than just the rushing water. This route is part of the Trans Canada Trail, a network of paths that spans the whole of Canada.

Starting on the northern edge of the town, the route takes you to the car ferry across the Yukon. From here, you’ll walk through Waterfront Park, where colourful houses form a photogenic backdrop. The S. S. Keno, an old stern-wheel steamer that used to transport tonnes of ore on the Yukon, is also moored here. If you’d like to hop on board, you can do so on the Klondike Spirit, the only ship of its kind still travelling on the Yukon.

After about 2 kilometres (1.2 mi), you’ll reach the Tr'ochek Overlook, the turning point of the Tour. The view from here is particularly impressive. You then have the option to take the same route back, or to seize the opportunity to explore the town more intimately.