Yukon 2008 Vacation Planner - (Page 70) Klondi Ke July 4th celebrations on Front Street, Dawson City, 1899 – Dawson City Museum and Historical Society, Lindeman Collection 984R-47-2 take time to explore riverfront Boardwalk, carmacks Stroll along the scenic riverfront boardwalk in Carmacks. The route is wheelchairaccessible and features interpretive panels and benches—perfect for contemplating the mighty Yukon River. Km 356 North Klondike Highway S.S. Keno S.S. Keno National Historic Site of Canada commemorates the hundreds of riverboats that plied the waterways of Yukon. It was part of a fleet which played a major part in the history of the territory. Without the riverboats, the gold of the Klondike and the silver, lead and zinc of the Mayo district would have remained in the hills for at least another half century, and the development of the Canadian West and North would have suffered in consequence. agate Trails, carmacks Attention rockhounds! Several Carmacks-area trails pass through complex topography and feature interesting rocks, including agates. Inquire at the Carmacks Community Visitor Information Centre Roadside Kiosk for more details or the Village of Carmacks office. five finger rapids From the parking pullout, descend boardwalk stairs to the Yukon River to view these famous churning rapids. Interpretive panels describe the gold rush and natural history surrounding the rapids. The three-km return trail and long stairway is well worth the walk. Km 380 North Klondike Highway Tatchun/frenchman road S.S. Keno on the banks of the Yukon River at Dawson City – YG This connector explores a lovely little corner between the Campbell and Klondike highways. A pleasant side-route and popular destination for families, there are four lakeside campgrounds to choose from. Watch for signs. If travelling on the Klondike Highway, turn east about 30 km north of Carmacks; if driving on the Campbell Highway, turn north about 40 km east of the junction of the Campbell and Klondike highways. The midnight Dome, Dawson city Drive or hike to the top of the Dome, the rounded peak above Dawson City that boasts panoramic views of the town, Yukon and Klondike river valleys, and Ogilvie Mountains. Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of caterpillar-like dredge tailings in the Klondike River valley. This spot is extra special during a summer’s night, when the light won’t quit and the sky is glorious. Watch for paragliders! 70
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