Yukon 2009 Vacation Planner - (Page 59) CAMPBELL don’t leave without South Canol road Adventures Quiet Lake (Kìt Den Â) is a favourite destination for canoe and boat trips, including those heading down the Big Salmon River (Gyò Cho Chú). If you’ve brought your boat – or even just a fishing rod – the Canol’s series of idyllic lakes and crystal-clear rivers will tempt you. Between Quiet Lake (Km 99) and the Campbell Highway (Km 217), the road winds along picturesque Rose (L’ex Hîni Shâk Âyi) and Lapie lakes and their outlet rivers. Access the South Canol from the Campbell Highway near Ross River, or the Canol junction near Johnsons Crossing at Km 1295 on the Alaska Highway. This remote road is passable to most vehicles, but the route has many curves and road conditions vary. Travel prepared, as there are no services between Johnsons Crossing and Ross River. Campgrounds are located at Km 76 and Km 99. Pick up a copy of the South Canol brochure at the Campbell Region Interpretive Centre. events Annual Crane & Sheep viewing Festival May 8 – 10, 2009 Come watch migrating sandhill cranes and admire unique Fannin’s sheep, enjoy natural history talks, viewing tours and entertainment. 12th Annual Faro open Golf Tournament july 17 – 18, 2009 Eighteen holes, best ball format, teams of four. There will also be a BBQ. Registration deadline is July 16. Mini Arts Festival and Wild Game BBQ july 25 – 26, 2009 Come to the Faro Campbell Region Interpretive Centre and enjoy the display of local artisans as well as take part in a workshop or two. Wild game BBQ. For more events, refer to the Calendar of Events on pages 6 – 11 or visit travelyukon.com North Canol road Adventures The U.S. government launched the Canadian American Northern Oil Line (CANOL) project in 1942. This expensive pipeline was used for one year before World War II ended and the line was dismantled. Now a National Historic Site, the Canol Road is used by tourists, hunters and mining companies. Once across the river by cable ferry at Ross River, this rugged road carries travellers all the way to Macmillan Pass at the Yukon/Northwest Territories border. It’s a long day’s drive (oneway) to the scenic mountain ranges near the border. The fishing and canoeing in roadside lakes are excellent. Further north, the road passes beneath the ice-capped Itsi Range and the spectacular Hess Mountains. Travellers journeying onto this seasonal route should be fully provisioned and prepared for rough road conditions that may require a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Ask in Ross River for road conditions and ferry hours of operation. Beyond Macmillan Pass, the route becomes the Canol Road Heritage Trail. Contact the Norman Wells Historical Centre for trail information. Pick up a copy of the North Canol brochure at the Campbell Region Interpretive Centre. Dena Cho Trail This trail retraces the historic 65-km route between Ross River and Faro used by gold prospectors and First Nations hunters. The Dena Cho is a multi-day backcountry hike, but day trips are possible, and it features a number of warm-up cabins. For more information, contact the Campbell Region Interpretive Centre or the Town of Faro. www.faroyukon.ca one of the most spectacular mountain ranges. pat FiscHer, abboTsFord, briTish columbia, canada Paddling the Pelly River between Ross River and Faro – YG photo travelyukon.com 59 http://www.travelyukon.com http://www.faroyukon.ca http://www.travelyukon.com
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