Snowshoe Adventure: Frozen Falls and Firelight Tour — Yukon Winter Day Trip
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—comfortable walking on snow and modest uphill sections. Suitable for families and beginners with basic stamina.
Overview
Spend a full winter day snowshoeing from Mount Sima to a dramatic frozen waterfall, then warm up at a campfire with hot drinks and toasted marshmallows. This guided tour includes transport, gear, and storytelling that brings Yukon winter to life.
Snowshoe Adventure: Frozen Falls and Firelight Tour — Yukon Winter Day Trip
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The bus eases away from Mount Sima and the town’s orange glow shrinks behind you. Outside, the Alaska Highway runs like a pale ribbon through a forest of black spruce and birch; the windows frame the winter landscape as the guide points out spruce mounds dusted in hoarfrost. Two hours of driving unwrap the Yukon's scale — lakes frozen hard as glass, distant ridgelines outlined in powder, and the quiet that only a true winter landscape can hold.
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Adventure Tips
Layer for changing conditions
Temperatures and exertion levels can change rapidly; use a moisture-wicking base, insulating mid-layer, and a windproof outer shell.
Protect your extremities
Bring insulated gloves, a warm hat, and high-quality socks — cold fingers and toes ruin a day fast.
Bring spare batteries
Cold drains camera and phone batteries quickly; keep spares in an inner pocket close to your body.
Arrive ready for pickup
Confirm your pickup location in Whitehorse ahead of time and be ready 30 minutes before departure to keep the schedule tight.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Moose (tracks and occasional sightings)
- Snowshoe hare
History
The route follows corridors opened by the Alaska Highway during WWII; the road transformed access to remote Yukon landscapes and supports modern winter adventures.
Conservation
Boreal ecosystems are fragile in winter—stay on established routes, pack out all waste, and follow guide instructions to minimize impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Insulated winter boots
Keeps feet warm and dry on snowshoe trails and around the campfire.
winter specific
Three-layer clothing system
Allows you to regulate temperature during steady trekking and breaks.
winter specific
Sunglasses or goggles
Reduces glare from snow and protects eyes from wind and reflections.
winter specific
Thermos with hot drink
A warm beverage helps regulate core temperature during breaks.
winter specific