Skiing

With lots of snow and choices for all abilities, Haines Junction is a prime location for both cross-country skiers and ski touring enthusiasts. Below is a sampling of opportunities (most are in Kluane National Park and Reserve). For an updated ski report, contact the Haines Junction Visitor Reception Centre:

Easy

Dezadeash River Trail (4.8 km loop with 2.5 km extension)

• Packed and trackset, this trail is a pleasant ski
• opportunities for seeing moose and other wildlife, lots of wildlife tracks
• trailhead: day use area just south of the Village on the Haines Road

Kathleen Lake Trails (7 km trail network with a number of loops)

• packed and trackset
• trailhead: 27 km south of Haines Junction on the Haines Road

MODERATE TO DIFFICULT

Auriol Trail (inside loop 9 km, outside loop 15 km)

• large loop climbs to the sub-alpine with excellent views of Shakwak and Dezadeash River valleys
• lots of snow, some steep and fast sections
• trailhead: 7 km south of Haines Junction on the Haines Road

Mush Lake Road (21.6 km one way)

• an abandoned mining road to Mush Lake
• be prepared to break your own trail
• trailhead: 55 km south of Haines Junction on the Haines Highway