In short. The Yukon is long highways, gold-rush history, and midnight sun. Gravel, fuel gaps, and distances call for preparation, but the main roads are good.
At a glance
Ten trips, each with a suggested time, rough distance, best months, and a rig difficulty. Easy means paved roads and frequent services. Moderate means grades, narrow stretches, ferries, or fewer services. Challenging means remote, gravel, long fuel gaps, or steep roads.
| Trip | Days | Best months | Rig difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Highway through the Yukon | 5 | May to September | Moderate |
| Klondike Highway: Whitehorse to Dawson City | 4 | May to September | Moderate |
| Dawson City and the Klondike gold rush | 3 | May to September | Moderate |
| Top of the World Highway to Alaska | 2 | June to September | Challenging |
| Dempster Highway | 6 | June to September | Challenging |
| Kluane National Park and Haines Junction | 4 | June to September | Moderate |
| Haines Road to Alaska | 3 | June to September | Moderate |
| Silver Trail: Mayo and Keno | 3 | June to September | Moderate |
| Campbell Highway | 4 | June to September | Challenging |
| Whitehorse and Carcross | 3 | May to September | Easy |
Good to know
- Plan fuel carefully on remote roads. See our fuel planner.
- Gravel, dust, and chipped windshields are normal. Carry spare tires.
- Summer is the main season for most routes.
1. Alaska Highway through the Yukon
- Suggested time: 5 days
- Distance: about 900 km
- Best months: May to September
- Rig difficulty: Moderate
From Watson Lake to Beaver Creek, the Yukon stretch of the Alaska Highway passes Whitehorse, Kluane Lake, and the mountains of the Kluane region.
RV tip: Services are spaced out. Fill up in the larger communities, and watch for frost heaves and wildlife.
2. Klondike Highway: Whitehorse to Dawson City
- Suggested time: 4 days
- Distance: about 530 km
- Best months: May to September
- Rig difficulty: Moderate
A northern road through the Yukon River valley to the Klondike goldfields.
RV tip: The Dawson ferry crossing is free and seasonal. Plan fuel at larger communities.
3. Dawson City and the Klondike gold rush
- Suggested time: 3 days
- Distance: Varies by route
- Best months: May to September
- Rig difficulty: Moderate
A preserved gold-rush town with wooden sidewalks, museums, and midnight-sun summers.
RV tip: Roads are mostly gravel in town. Book campgrounds ahead in July.
4. Top of the World Highway to Alaska
- Suggested time: 2 days
- Distance: about 108 km
- Best months: June to September
- Rig difficulty: Challenging
A high ridge road from Dawson City to the Alaska border at Poker Creek, with huge views.
RV tip: Open in summer only, with border hours that differ from other crossings. Check conditions, and carry passports.
5. Dempster Highway
- Suggested time: 6 days
- Distance: about 740 km
- Best months: June to September
- Rig difficulty: Challenging
A gravel highway from near Dawson City to Inuvik, crossing the Arctic Circle and two mountain ranges.
RV tip: Fuel is only at the start, Eagle Plains, Fort McPherson, and Inuvik. Carry two spare tires, and check the road report.
6. Kluane National Park and Haines Junction
- Suggested time: 4 days
- Distance: Varies by route
- Best months: June to September
- Rig difficulty: Moderate
Canada's highest peaks and some of the world's largest non-polar icefields, seen from the Alaska Highway.
RV tip: Weather can be wet and cool. Book campgrounds ahead in July.
7. Haines Road to Alaska
- Suggested time: 3 days
- Distance: about 250 km
- Best months: June to September
- Rig difficulty: Moderate
A scenic road from Haines Junction through mountain passes to the coast at Haines, Alaska.
RV tip: A border crossing is involved. Carry passports and see our U.S. border guide.
8. Silver Trail: Mayo and Keno
- Suggested time: 3 days
- Distance: about 112 km
- Best months: June to September
- Rig difficulty: Moderate
A quiet northern road from the Klondike Highway to historic silver mining communities.
RV tip: Services are limited, and the road is narrow in places. Fill up at the start.
9. Campbell Highway
- Suggested time: 4 days
- Distance: about 580 km
- Best months: June to September
- Rig difficulty: Challenging
A mostly gravel route between Carmacks and Watson Lake through remote boreal country.
RV tip: Fuel is very limited. Check the road report, and carry a full set of spares.
10. Whitehorse and Carcross
- Suggested time: 3 days
- Distance: Varies by route
- Best months: May to September
- Rig difficulty: Easy
A territorial capital on the Yukon River, with a short drive south to the tiny Carcross desert and the road to Skagway.
RV tip: Skagway involves a border crossing. Check hours and documents before you go.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time for an RV trip in Yukon?
Most of these trips run well from June to September. Check each trip's best months, since remote and northern routes have shorter seasons and some seasonal roads and ferries close.
How many days do I need for Yukon?
These trips suggest anywhere from 2 to 6 days each. Combine two or three nearby ones for a longer trip.
Do I need to book campgrounds and ferries?
For popular parks and any ferry, yes, especially in July and August. Each province has its own booking system and window, so check early.
Sources and planning links
Distances and seasons are approximate. Confirm road conditions, ferry schedules, and park openings before you go.
Plan the whole trip. Build a shortlist in our trip planner, check the fuel planner for remote routes, and read the border checklists if you cross a border.