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Visiting Dawson City, Canada


Although its population is just over a thousand people, Dawson City attracts tens of thousands of visitors per year, drawn to the pristine wilderness and the thrill of its Gold Rush history. The main street is lined with historical buildings and replicas, from old time saloons to trading posts. A casino and Can-Can show provide just some of the period entertainment. Visitors may pan for gold in one of the remaining dredges or tee off at midnight on the Top of the World Golf Course.
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Jul 5, 2009

Dawson city is a small town with great flavor. Arrived in town via the Yukon Queen 2 from Eagle, AK. It was a beautiful trip. We enjoyed walking around town from the neighborhoods to the 'downtown'...more

Goldrush Campground

5 of 5 stars
Verviers, Belgium
Nov 27, 2009

Ce n'est pas pour les vacancs ... C'est pour le Yukon Quest 2008 et 2009 Le campground de Dawson est bien cool de supers souvenirs de ces deux Quest à Dawson Qui est une "ville" fabuleuse pour qui...more

Jun 12, 2009

Nach der Überfahrt über den Yukon haben wir das Ende der Tagesetappe erreicht: Dawson City. Ein süßes verschlafenes Nest im Yukon. Beeindruckend fand ich die Infrastruktur. Es gab eine Hauptstraße am...more

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