Milepost 627 – near Watson Lake, Yukon(Historic Signpost)
Approx. Mile 647–648 – Just west of Rancheria, the highway dips back into British Columbia for a short stretch
Approx. Mile 716 – Near Swift River, the highway crosses back into Yukon for the final time, remaining in Yukon until reaching the Alaska border near Beaver Creek.
Watson Lake (Milepost 635)
Sign Post Forest – Iconic landmark with over 100,000 signs from travelers
Northern Lights Centre – Planetarium-style aurora and astronomy shows
Watson Lake Historical Society Museum – Local and WWII highway history
Wye Lake Trail – Easy scenic walk near downtown
Northern Beaver Post, YT (Milepost 650)
Baby Nugget RV Park – Full-service RV park with pull-through sites, Wi-Fi, satellite access, laundromat, and 24-hour fuel. Known for its “No Rig Too Big” motto.
Wolf It Down Restaurant – Licensed eatery serving hearty homemade meals like BBQ ribs, steaks, fresh pies, and cappuccino on a large open deck.
Northern Beaver Post Gift Shop – One of the largest Canadian-made gift shops on the Alaska Highway, featuring jade, gold nuggets, Indigenous crafts, books, and Yukon-themed souvenirs.
Rancheria / Swift River Area (Around Mile 710)
Rancheria Falls – Short trail to cascading waterfalls
Continental Divide Sign – Marks the drainage divide between Arctic and Pacific Oceans
Teslin (Milepost 804)
George Johnston Museum – Tlingit history and 1920s photography
Teslin Tlingit Heritage Centre – Cultural exhibits and carving demonstrations
Teslin Lake Lookouts – Scenic roadside views
Nisutlin Bay Bridge – Yukon’s longest bridge
Jakes Corner to Johnson’s Crossing
Johnson’s Crossing – Historic roadhouse and crossing over Teslin River
Squanga Lake – Beautiful alpine lake with good wildlife viewing
Whitehorse (Milepost 918)
Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre – Focus on Ice Age land bridge and prehistoric life
SS Klondike National Historic Site – Restored sternwheeler from the Gold Rush era
Old Log Church Museum – History of missionaries in the North
MacBride Museum of Yukon History – Displays on Gold Rush, Indigenous cultures, and local lore
Yukon Transportation Museum – Planes, trucks, and stories from the North
Whitehorse Fish Ladder – World’s longest wooden fish ladder
Miles Canyon Basalts – Volcanic rock formations and scenic canyon
Takhini Hot Springs – Natural mineral pools
Yukon Wildlife Preserve – Native animals in large natural enclosures
“The Log Skyscraper” – 3-story cabin made entirely from logs
Murals and Public Art Trail – Colorful citywide street art
Copperbelt Railway and Mining Museum
Yukon Arts Centre
Restaurants:
Yukon Brewing Company
Winterlong Brewing Co
Nearby
Yukon Wildlife Preserve – spans over 700 acres and offers year-round wildlife viewing of species like moose, bison, caribou, and Arctic foxes in natural habitats.
Takhini Hot Springs, now Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs
Haines Junction (Milepost 1016)
St. Elias Mountains Viewpoints – Lookouts to tallest mountains in Canada
Kluane National Park and Reserve – Glaciers, high peaks (incl. Mt. Logan), and grizzly habitat
Da Kų Cultural Centre – Champagne and Aishihik First Nations heritage
Alsek Valley Trails & Lookouts – Remote, breathtaking scenery
Wildlife Sculpture Monument: Lifelike animal figures at the Alaska and Haines Highway junction, symbolizing Kluane’s rich biodiversity
Thechàl Dhâl’ Visitor Centre:(Sheep Mountain) – Located at km 1649 of the Alaska Highway, this center features interpretive exhibits on geology, ecology, and Southern Tutchone culture. It’s a prime spot for wildlife viewing and trip planning.
Otter Falls – Picturesque waterfall on the Aishihik River, known for birdlife, fishing, and its appearance on the 1954 Canadian $5 bill
Destruction Bay (Milepost 1083)
Kluane Lake: Yukon’s largest lake with stunning viewpoints, canoeing, and photography opportunities
Burwash Landing (Milepost 1093)
Kluane Museum of History: Wildlife dioramas, Southern Tutchone cultural exhibits, minerals, and the world’s largest gold pan
Our Lady of the Rosary Church: Historic and culturally rich landmark in the community
Beaver Creek (Milepost 1202)
Beaver Creek Visitor Centre – Welcome center near Alaska border
Our Lady of Grace Mission – Unique Quonset hut church
White River Lookouts – Scenic spots along the Alaska Highway
Welcome to Alaska (Milepost 1222)
ALCAN Border Crossing
SOUTHERN YUKON
Carcross
Carcross Desert – One of the world’s smallest deserts (Natural/Quirky)
Carcross Commons – Indigenous art, local shops, and bike trails (Quirky/Historical)
Bennett Lake Scenic Views – Glacial lake at the foot of mountains (Natural)
SS Tutshi Memorial – Remains of historic sternwheeler (Historical)
Marsh Lake
Swan Haven Interpretive Centre – Migratory birdwatching hotspot in spring (Natural)
CENTRAL YUKON
Carmacks
Five Finger Rapids – Historic navigation challenge on the Yukon River (Natural/Historical)
Tagé Cho Hudän Interpretive Centre – Northern Tutchone heritage (Historical)
Faro
Faro Arboretum and Trails – Wilderness hikes and wildflower viewing (Natural)
Bighorn Sheep Viewing – Lookouts to see Dall sheep (Natural)
