Miles Canyon
Miles Canyon
4.5
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Tuesday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Ava C
British Columbia123 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
Quite the amazing view of this beautiful canyon. We wanted something to do but not too far from the city, this was a great little hike with some of the most incredible views we’ve ever seen. We also went up to the lookout to see where we had been and just more amazing scenery! Crossing the canyon bridge adds to the excitement of the visit. Easy path for slow pokes.
Written September 25, 2024
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andy_geology
Ottawa, Canada175 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Easy trails from suspension bridge to Canyon City. Roots and rocks locally. Peaceful along the Yukon River. The Canyon City site is interesting. The information signs at the parking lot, the bridge and the Canyon City are helpful. The immediate parking lot is small, but there is overflow parking along the access road. The exposures of the basalt, which created Miles Canyon, seen along the trail are very good. Many runners out along the trails. Visited June 11/23.
Written June 11, 2023
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karen b
Toronto, Canada145 contributions
Sep 2021 • Solo
I rented a bike from Cadence Cycle in downtown Whitehorse and I cycled up 2 Mile Road to the white horse statue, and then down the Alaska Highway to Miles Canyon. I returned back to downtown White horse via Schwatka Lake and all the floatplanes. I highly recommend this route to everyone by car or bike. Miles Canyon is definitely not to be missed. It is so pristine and clean and quiet. I crossed the bridge and then did the trails to the right of the bridge which were easy and offered some breathtaking views. It’s hard to believe there’s a park like this so close to the city.
Written September 26, 2021
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Stephen H
Los Angeles, CA23 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
Awesome views just a short ride from Whitehorse. Easy to get to. Several trails to along the river, and you can hike to the top of the island. Can easily spend an hour or more there, or you can enjoy the view from the parking lot and be on your way. A must do if you're in the area.
Written July 5, 2023
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Georgetheseal
Vancouver, Canada176 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Cannot drive down during the Winter season but it's a short 10 min walk to the bridge from the road entrance.
You can also walk back up the slightly steeper snowy pathway from the bridge entrance through the trees to avoid double backing up the hill.
Picturesque river running through the canyon.
You can also walk back up the slightly steeper snowy pathway from the bridge entrance through the trees to avoid double backing up the hill.
Picturesque river running through the canyon.
Written January 31, 2020
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Mark L
30 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
Excellent but the west bank is impassable now due to wash outs on sand cliff. Do not attempt this with children, dogs. You will end up having to cut out to miles canyon road in order to get back to start.
There definitely are some each and swimming areas on east side which are nice. Take bear spray.
There definitely are some each and swimming areas on east side which are nice. Take bear spray.
Written July 6, 2022
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Arthur M
Hamilton, Canada1,694 contributions
Sep 2021 • Family
Fresh from landing in Whitehorse, we went to the Miles Canyon. Pretty quiet area, great introduction and great time to condition yourself to the lack of crowds in parks unlike what you experience down south.
Yukon river colours were vivid and coming out and going north, there is also a lookout of the canyon and the nearby mountains.
Yukon river colours were vivid and coming out and going north, there is also a lookout of the canyon and the nearby mountains.
Written September 28, 2021
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Cat C
United Kingdom456 contributions
Sep 2024 • Couples
Spectacular trail. We actually walked out there from Whitehorse and back again so that racked up a few miles.
The most amazing and varied scenery and hardly anyone around. A little bit tricky at times if you miss the main trail especially near the canyon on the narrow path next to the gorge with tree roots ready to trip you up if you're not careful.
It was all well worth the effort and highly recommend.
The most amazing and varied scenery and hardly anyone around. A little bit tricky at times if you miss the main trail especially near the canyon on the narrow path next to the gorge with tree roots ready to trip you up if you're not careful.
It was all well worth the effort and highly recommend.
Written September 30, 2024
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Marie J
Rock Creek, Canada726 contributions
Aug 2020
Take a friend or family or even a tour boat to blast through the canyon waters . It will not disappoint . You can walk or hike along side of it or take the swinging bridge across the canyon to the other side . Loop around for a wonderful walk
Written August 21, 2020
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Tracy
Mundare, Canada22 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Super informative guide on two hour walk. Some steep spots so being in shape helps. Absolutely beautiful views from bridge. Not wheelchair accessible at all. Ghost town at end of tour is basically just the spot. No buildings etc. definitely worth it though!! Beautiful scenery!
Written July 31, 2022
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How far is the walk from the parking lot to the suspension bridge? Distance, difficulty and time?
Written September 20, 2020
The walk is not far, around 5 minutes, but it does involve going down a staircase and then walking on the natural surface of the rock canyon - not paved. Not difficult but not wheelchair accessible.
Written September 20, 2020
Hi there, how can I drive to Miles Canyon in winter time having noted that the road is closed? I plan to visit the canyon and see the suspension bridge in early February. Is it possible and safe to drive there around mid-night to see the northern light in the Miles Canyon area? Thanks in advance for reply and info.
Written January 8, 2019
Its a very short drive from the Alaska highway to the parking lot near the bridge so it might be possible but I don't know if they keep that road open. Maybe you can walk from the highway instead.
Written January 8, 2019
I saw an advertisement for a site seeing cruise through the canyon. Is this still running?
Written August 9, 2018
Not sure what as you saw but we took a cruise with Captain Kens Adventures. We were more than happy with the experience. Captain Ken was very informative.
Written August 10, 2018
HI i am traveling as a single person and looking to do one of the guided groups so that im not alone. I am a bit tight on time. I am wondering how long the guided trips are for both half and full days?
Written September 15, 2017
Guided tours take about 90 minutes
Hope you enjoy
David
Written September 16, 2017
How do I get there using public transportation?
Written February 3, 2017
Yes I agree, there are no buses that go there. If you cannot rent a vehicle then a cab would be the only alternative. It is a breath taking view of the Yukon River with a suspension bridge below that if you can drive there you will be able to walk across the bridge and rock it if you like swaying! At night during the season when the Aurora borealis is visible, it is a great place away from city lights!
Written February 4, 2017
Would we be able to drive into Miles Canyon area with a 40ft motor home? Not a lot of clearance on this RV/bus.
Written July 3, 2016
Yes, you can. There are tour busses that go down all the time, and I personally drove a 112 passenger bus down when I worked for summer camps. The trick is to not park in the lower parking lot that gets really tight with other cars. I would advise parking on the side of the area that is just before the parking lot. tour busses tend to stop here, and it provides enough clearance to get out as well.
Written July 4, 2016
polonajaki
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Dear Snoozie,
We came along your TripAdviser report/review on Miles Canyon. Can you give us some more information about trip to Canyon city and how we can book it.
Kind regards,
Polona
Written June 19, 2016
hello polonajaki, you can find Miles Canyon a short distance from downtown Whitehorse, travelling south out of town in the summer you can take the route alone the lake or continue to the highway and south to the "look out" of the canyon. It is a good walk into the river, you can cross Yukon River on the foot bridge and hike to Canyon City to explore the site of a stop the river boats would make on the way to the gold fields. You can also rent a canoe and paddle up river to the canyon if you are experienced, the Yukon is a strong river. Highly recommend this day trip.
Written July 3, 2016
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