Spend 8 days discovering the peaks and tarns of Yukon's wilderness on this guided trek
Tombstone Territorial Park is often referred to as the Northern Hemisphere’s Patagonia. This remote part of the Yukon is blessed with incredible hiking and scenery, and is truly a once in a lifetime trip for hikers and trekkers that love remote, unspoiled wilderness.
Furnished with quintessential northern Canadian views, the Trekking in Tombstone Tour winds through herds of caribou, tundra, and crystal-clear rivers. The fusion of the jagged syenite peaks staggering behind the vibrant arctic plants dotting the landscapes forms remarkable vistas as you meander.
Your eight-day journey weaves majestic vistas with monuments and stories of the gold rush that once prospered Canada’s north. Spend some time in the iconic Dawson City, which acted as a base during the Klondike Gold Rush, before and after embarking to Tombstone Territorial Park, a hotspot along the Dempster Highway, for your memorable intrepid hiking and camping adventure.
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Trekking in Yukon’s Tombstone Park Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Dawson City
Meet up with your guide at the Dawson City Airport, check into your hotel, and discuss the itinerary for your upcoming journey through Tombstone Territorial Park. Spend some time exploring Dawson City before resting up for your trek through Canada’s wilderness.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Dawson City
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Dempster Highway & Tombstone Park
After breakfast, journey up the Dempster Highway by van to Tombstone Territorial Park. Warm-up your body for the treks ahead by starting with a two to five-hour jaunt up Goldensides Mountain. Admire the remarkable view of the arctic tundra sweeping the land below. Set up your tent and enjoy a night amid nature at Tombstone Campground.
Overnight Location: Camping at Tombstone Campground
Distance: 2 to 5 hours
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 Grizzly Lake
Start the day by filling your body with a tasty breakfast before embarking on a six to 11-hour trek deep into Canada’s backyard. Today’s hike may be the longest, but the views from the North Ridge, along Grizzly Creek Valley, will force you to forget of any tiredness. After hiking the ridge, descend towards Grizzly Lake and set up camp.
Overnight Location: Wild camping at Grizzly Lake
Distance: 6 to 11 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 Glissade Pass & Divide Lake
Consume breakfast before setting off to your next wild camping spot. Be sure to admire the mountains reflecting in Grizzly Lake in the crisp morning light before you go. As you make your way to Divide Lake, you will walk through the undulating trail spanning Glissade Pass. Be prepared for super steep descents on today’s trek! Reach Divide Lake, where the dramatic, rocky face of Mount Monolith stands, creating a wonderland of mysticality, after six to eight hours of hiking.
Overnight Location: Wild camping at Divide Lake
Distance: 6 to 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Mount Monolith
Wake up to blissful natural sounds and prepare for another day of getting to know Canada’s wild side on foot. A combination of weather conditions and group abilities will decide whether you head north of Mount Monolith or hike south to a quaint lake. Either way, spend the day admiring the warm autumn hues and valleys and lakes cradled by the staggering collection of mountains.
Overnight Location: Wild camping near Mt. Monolith
Distance: 3 to 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Tombstone Territorial Park
Today, you will head back to the trailhead, encountering new, remarkable views en route. You will also retrace some of the trails you’ve walked the last few days. Enjoy a drive back to where this outdoor expedition began: Tombstone Campground.
Overnight Location: Camping at Tombstone Campground
Distance: 6 to 9 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Dawson City
After breakfast, hop back in the van and drive back to Dawson City. Travel back in time on an informative tour detailing the gold rush that attracted numerous gold seekers, turning this northern city into the land of milk and honey in the late 19th century. Visit Canada’s oldest casino—Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall—in the evening. Spend the night relaxing at a hotel in Dawson City.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Dawson City
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8 Depart Dawson City
Say your goodbyes and get dropped off at either the airport in Dawson City or connect with your next tour.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: None
Trekking in Yukon’s Tombstone Park Tour Price and Dates
This guided trekking tour to the Yukon wilderness is run as a fixed-departure tour where you’d be joining a group.
Prices below are per person:
Accommodation on Trekking in Yukon’s Tombstone Park Tour
This tour will have you staying in a combination of hotels and campsites. Expect to stay in two or three-star hotels, which come equipped with necessary, comfortable amenities. Keep in mind that you will stay with another member of the tour in a room at the hotels. Feel free to upgrade to single occupancy for an additional fee.
Throughout your trek, you will spend five nights at established campsites and wild camping in a shared tent. You can always upgrade to a single tent for an additional fee.
Please note that the hotels listed below may need to be swapped for other similar accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement of $275 USD to have a private room in a hotel and a private tent when travelling with your group. Travelling alone? Don’t worry. It’s definitely possible to match single travelers up.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Downtown Hotel in Dawson City
This hotel has a great balance of the century-old atmosphere and modern conveniences. Also, the location is excellent!
Wilderness Campsites
Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes as you camp out beneath the stars. High-quality equipment and expert guides offer a wonderful camping experience.
Downtown Hotel in Dawson City
This hotel has a great balance of the century-old atmosphere and modern conveniences. Also, the location is excellent!
What’s included in the Trekking in Yukon’s Tombstone Park Tour?
Meals
5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners are included. Meals in the hotels are not included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transport for you and your gear is included from pick-up at the airport in Dawson City to drop-off at the airport in Dawson City or at your next tour connection.
Also Included
- An expert guide throughout the entire trip
- Camping equipment (except for a sleeping bag and mat)
- Transfer to your next tour connection (in Dawson City)
- Entrance fees for national parks
- Entrance fee for Diamond Tooth Gerties
- Tour through Dawson City
Not included
- Flights to get to Dawson City
- Meals in hotels
- Personal necessities
- Optional tour guide gratuity
- GST (Goods and Services Tax) - 5%
Optional Extras
- Extra night in Dawson City or Whitehorse before or after the tour
Frequently Asked Questions about Trekking in Yukon’s Tombstone Park
Ruby Range Adventure has been guiding visitors to the Yukon and Alaska for over 30 years. They are a Yukon-based wilderness tour operator providing an unmatched experience and a genuine love of the North in every trip they lead.
Ruby Range’s guides are qualified to lead guests into the deepest wilderness and knowledgeable enough to explain the rich history of the communities that dot the landscape.
They recognize that their livelihood is based on the environment, so they work to protect the balance between man and nature by limiting group size and choosing eco-conscious excursions.
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Stephan is a trusted adventurer and a longtime guide with Ruby Range Adventure.
His love of the North and nature is what brought him into guiding over 25 years ago.
You can meet him on one of their canoe expeditions, on a sightseeing adventure or on a hiking trip- he does it all!
- Q: What is the best part of guiding tourists in your region?
- A: Reconnecting guests with nature so they can recharge for their busy life back home. Making them aware of the environmental sensitivity of the North so they can understand the importance of protecting Yukon's wilderness and wildlife for future generations.
- Q: What are guests most surprised about when visiting your region?
- A: The pristine wilderness of the Yukon, its rich living history, its vibrant culture, stunningly unique geography, epic scenery, and wildlife. Also, the fact that the Yukon is almost twice the size of Germany, but moose still outnumber humans by far.
- Q: What is one local dish or drink that visitors absolutely have to try?
- A: Homemade Pemmican, it's Canada's oldest power bar made from dried meat or fish, dried wild berries, and tallow.
- Q: What do guests say about the tours you lead?
- A: Guests value my experience and vast local knowledge about Yukon and indigenous history and about the wildlife. They appreciate my professionalism and kindness and how I ensure every guest has a memorable trip experience.