We live in Haines Junction, Yukon with our two young daughters, Evelyn and Aria. We love living in this small northern community at the edge of Kluane National Park and Reserve. 

Our lives are filled with adventure and family travels and you often will find us paddling, skiing, boating, involved in our community or doing silly things with our kids. Over the past 23 years in Haines Junction, we have learned a lot of tips and secret gems about the park and region. We are thrilled to share its wonders with you during your stay.

We are just down the road from Kluane Skyline and are just a message away.

Laura & Scott

Haines Junction or Dakwäkäda, is a small northern village on the Alaska Highway at the edge of Kluane National Park and Reserve. The community lies within the traditional territory of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations. Surrounded by a beautiful and rugged mountain landscape, Haines Junction is the stepping off place for endless opportunities for exceptional outdoor adventures and experiences.

The house is in a quiet country residential area of Haines Junction with large forested lots. Walking around the neighborhood you will be surrounded by nature and stunning views of the impressive Front range mountains of Kluane National Park.   The Kluane National Park Visitor Centre and Daku Culture Centre are a 10 minute walk from the house.

Kluane National Park and Reserve is home to seventeen of the country’s 20 tallest mountains, including Mount Logan, Canada’s highest peak. The park is a place where visitors can explore a world of high mountain peaks and massive valley glaciers, boreal forests, sparkling lakes and northern wildlife. Together with three other protected areas it is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In Winter

-Cross county ski over 40 km of tracked ski trails in the area 

-Walk or snowshoe surrounded by mountain views and boreal forest

-Ice fishing on local lakes including Pine, Dezadeash and Kathleen

-Snowmobile numerous local trails and frozen lakes of the region

-Take in local Haines Junction community events such as markets, music concerts and festivals

-Drive the Haines Road to the Haines Pass for outstanding backcountry touring

In Summer

-Walk and hike the numerous montane and alpine trails and routes within the 22,000 km2 of Kluane National Park and Reserve 

-Walk the lake shore and take in the stunning mountain landscape at iconic Kathleen Lake within Kluane National Park, only 20 minutes away

-Take in the world class exhibits and speak to Parks Canada staff at the Kluane National Park Visitor Centre within the Daku Cultural Centre (10 minute walk from Kluane Skyline)

-Book a flightseeing trip over the world’s largest non polar icefields and valley glaciers of the St Elias Mountains and see Canada’s highest peak – Mount Logan

-Learn about the rich culture and traditions of the Champagne & Aishihik First Nations at the Daku Cultural Centre 

-Relax on the beach, go for a paddle board or kayak on Pine lake with views of Paint Mountain and the Kluane Front Ranges

Kluane Skyline is:

• 1 km (10 minute walk) to the Kluane National Park Visitor Centre and Daku Cultural Centre. Make sure and check out the world class exhibits and this is where you can get information about the park and region.
• 1 km (12 minute walk) to the Little Green Apple grocery store.
• 2 km (25 minute walk) to the famous Village Bakery and Deli for delicious food, coffee and live music on weekends. Open May to September.
• 2.6 km (30 minute walk/5 minute drive) to the Dezadeash River trail, a lovely walking trail with scenic views of the Front Range mountains of the park.
• 9 km (8 minute drive or 30 minute bike on paved trail) to Pine lake for beach, playground, zipline and boating.
• 26 km (20 minute drive) to spectacular Kathleen Lake in Kluane National Park on the Haines Highway.
• 160km (100 miles) to Whitehorse or about 1 hour and 45 minute drive.
• 240km (149 miles) to Haines Alaska and it takes about 3 hours to drive. You need a passport, you are crossing an international border!