Yukon Wild Life Preserve

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Yukon Wild Life Preserve is a Park in Canada

The Yukon Wildlife Preserve spreads over hundreds of acres of forest and meadow north of Whitehorse, home to the great animals of the North. Along its trails and drive, visitors can see moose, caribou, muskox, bison, mountain goats, Dall sheep and lynx roaming large natural enclosures. A rare chance to watch these creatures up close, it lies out in open country at around 61°N, well within the auroral zone, where dark night skies can bring the northern lights.

Where to find Yukon Wild Life Preserve?

60°52'17"N, 135°20'14"W

Aurora hunting in Whitehorse?

The aurora season here runs from August to April, with the best chances of seeing the Northern Lights in September, October, February and March. The open spaces around Yukon Wild Life Preserve can provide unobstructed views of the Northern Lights.

What do people think of Yukon Wild Life Preserve?

  • 4.4

  • Do not miss the Arctic Fox! And if they're being elusive for some reason, wait around. They're worth it.

    Kirsten A31 March 2017

  • Check out the muskoxen! Jessie is the female ox who is often seen on her own. (She was rejected by her mother and raised by humans.)

    Brittney L15 June 2014

  • Super beautiful

    Super beau

    Audrey P14 June 2014

  • They've 3 lynx kittens at the time

    innici31 August 2013

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