Klondike Ski Safari, April 2025

Ski touring the Klondike region of Yukon and Alaska...

Ski touring safari in a remote corner of the St-Elias Mountains near the intricate Yukon, Alaska and BC borders. The terrain at Haines Pass and White Pass offer accessible and diverse alpine opportunities in the hearth of the Klondike region.

This unique ski trip will take us along a complete loop originating from Whitehorse Yukon. From there we will travel and ski the St Elias Mountains near Haines Junction YT, Haines Pass BC, Haines AK, Skagway AK, White Pass BC, before returning to Whitehorse.

We will access ski touring venues primarily from the road network while lodging in various B&B, cabins, and hotels. If weather allows, we will do a heli-access ski touring day from Haines.

Itinerary

This trip starts in Whitehorse, Yukon.

After a pre-trip meeting at our B&B in Whitehorse, we will travel with our group by van along the highway system in a counterclockwise loop through Haines Junction, Haines Pass, Haines, Skagway (by marine ferry), White Pass, and back to Whitehorse.

Through this 7day trip, we will ski various road side areas in the St Elias Mountains including Haines Pass and White Pass. We will access ski touring venues primarily from the road network while lodging in various B&B, cabins, and hotels. If weather allows, we will do a heli-access ski touring day from Haines.

After our 7th and final ski day, we will travel back to Whitehorse for a final evening together.

Prerequisites

Advanced downhill skills preferred, previous powder ski touring experience required. Ability to link turns in variable snow conditions is also required. You will need to sign our digital liability waiver before making payment.

Equipment

Location

This trip starts in Whitehorse, Yukon. Whitehorse is a vibrant norther city with a population of just over 25,000. Here you will find a great outdoor community along with incredible history.

The best way to get to Whitehorse is by plane from Vancouver BC. There are also some daily flights from Calgary.

There is a great little ski hill near town called Mount Sima. There is also a fun local hot spring called Takhini Hot Springs.

Weather

The weather in this region can vary wildly. The coastal areas tend to be milder with temperatures fluctuating between 5C and -10C while the inland region temperatures can dip down to -20C overnight. April is the optimal month for ski touring in this region. The snowpack is deepest, days longer and weather generally more favorable.

What's Included

Pre-trip planning support
Certified IFMGA and/or ACMG guide service
Group safety equipment (communication device, rescue kit, first aid supplies, GPS, maps)
7 nights accommodation
All ground transportation from Whitehorse return and to various ski venues
Breakfasts while on the trip

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