Kluane National Park and Reserve
Haines Junction, Yukon, Canada
Kluane National Park and Reserve is a vast wilderness in Canada's Yukon Territory that centres on the largest non-polar icefield in the world. The park is…
What it's like here
Kluane National Park and Reserve is a vast wilderness in Canada's Yukon Territory that centres on the largest non-polar icefield in the world. The park is home to the St. Elias Mountains, with Mount Logan—Canada's highest peak at 5,959 metres—rising dramatically above the landscape. It's a UNESCO World Heritage site and entry is free, making it accessible to anyone willing to make the journey to Haines Junction.
The scale here is genuinely hard to grasp. Massive glaciers flow down from the mountains, and the silence is profound—the kind of quiet you find only in true wilderness. The park offers multiple ways to experience it: flightseeing tours sweep you over the icefield and peaks, backcountry hiking ranges from shorter walks to multi-day treks deeper into the mountains, and wildlife viewing includes Dall sheep, grizzly bears, and moose. Photography is permitted throughout, and the landscape is relentlessly photogenic.
Visitors should know the park is seasonal, with the best conditions from June to September. The weather can shift quickly and unpredictably, so come prepared for all conditions—this is not a fair-weather destination. The park has parking and toilet facilities, and is accessible by car from Whitehorse or Haines Junction. Guided tours are available if you prefer not to explore alone, though the park suits solo travellers just as well.
Kluane works for different styles of visit: a full day will let you experience a section of the park and maybe take a shorter hike, while a weekend allows for deeper exploration. Couples, families, and groups of friends all visit. It was recently named to AllTrails' 2026 bucket list for its exceptional hiking trails. This is a place for people who want genuine wilderness and don't mind the effort to reach it.
Highlights
- Flightseeing tours over the largest non-polar icefield in the world
- Mount Logan at 5,959 metres, Canada's highest peak
- Network of backcountry hiking trails from day walks to multi-day treks
- Wildlife including Dall sheep, grizzly bears, and moose
- Free entry to a UNESCO World Heritage site
Good to know
Visit between June and September for the best conditions. Weather is unpredictable, so pack for all conditions. The park is accessible by car from Whitehorse or Haines Junction. Flightseeing tours are the most spectacular way to see the icefield. The park has parking and toilet facilities, and guided tours are available if you prefer them.
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Questions people ask
What makes Kluane National Park distinctive?
It protects the largest non-polar icefield in the world and the St. Elias Mountains, including Mount Logan, Canada's highest peak at 5,959 metres. It's a UNESCO World Heritage site and true wilderness.
What's the best way to experience the icefield?
Flightseeing tours offer the most spectacular views of the vast icefield and mountain scenery from the air.
When is the best time to visit?
June to September offers the best conditions. Weather can be unpredictable year-round, so come prepared for all conditions.
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Last verified: August 30, 2026