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Fishing Whitehorse and the Southern Lakes by RV

Arctic grayling on the Takhini, Teslin and Lake Laberge waters near Whitehorse, and the RV parks around the Southern Lakes.

Regulation links last checked October 2026.

In short. Most Yukon waters are fished for Arctic grayling, and lakes and large rivers also hold lake trout and northern pike. Check the regulations summary for the water you pick, including any special limits.

Rules change. Seasons, closures and limits change often and can change mid-season. We link to the official pages rather than repeat them, so check them before every trip.

Licences and rules

  • Fresh water: managed by the Government of Yukon. Start at How and where to catch Yukon fish and the fishing regulations summary.
  • Licences: you need a Yukon fishing licence. The government page above links to it. Set lines for burbot need a separate free sport fishing licence.
  • National parks: waters inside Kluane and Ivvavik fall under Parks Canada rules, so check them separately.
  • Moving boats and gear: clean, drain and dry your boat and gear between waters.

Choose your fishing area

Fish named for this region: Arctic grayling, Trout, Whitefish, Burbot. Read the species guide.

Whitehorse, Takhini and Lake Laberge

  • Whitehorse area
  • Arctic grayling (named for Lake Laberge, the Takhini and Yukon rivers)

The Government of Yukon names McIntyre Creek and McLean Lakes near Whitehorse, and Outdoor Canada names Lake Laberge, the Takhini River and the Yukon River among 20 Yukon places to catch Arctic grayling.

We list 9 campgrounds and camp sites in this area. Browse the regional campground directory.

Carcross, Tagish, Marsh Lake and Teslin

  • Southern Lakes
  • Arctic grayling (named for Tagish Lake, Little Atlin Lake and the Teslin River)

Outdoor Canada names Tagish Lake, Little Atlin Lake and the Teslin River among 20 Yukon places to catch Arctic grayling. These are the Alaska Highway towns in our listings nearest them.

We list 15 campgrounds and camp sites in this area. Browse the regional campground directory.

Gear for this water

  • Shore fishing essentials. A compact rod and reel suited to your target fish. Search on Amazon
  • River & fly-fishing kit. A rod/reel combination suited to the planned method. Search on Amazon

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Where the fish names come from

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