Driving through the historic Klondike Highway is an extraordinary memorable experience. The 445 mile/715 km highway passes through three different states (provinces): Alaska, British Columbia, and the Yukon. The gorgeous and unique landscapes can be seen once you cross the US border. There are many vista points worth stopping at along the Klondike highway to capture this exceptional picture perfect landscape. The most photographed among them is the Yukon Suspension Bridge. The Yukon Suspension Bridge is 65 feet long above the white-water rapids Tutshi river. The walk across this bridge is thrilling and the views are stunning.
These photos are from our motor coach tour to White Pass Summit and Yukon Suspension Bridge during the last week of August, 2013.
View along the Klondike Highway near White Pass, heading toward Yukon. 
Tormented Valley, Fraser 
Tormented Valley and Summit Lake, British Columbia 
View along the Klondike Highway near White Pass, heading toward Yukon. 
View along the Klondike Highway near White Pass, heading toward Yukon. 
View along the Klondike Highway near White Pass, heading toward Yukon. 
The tundra vegetation and weathered granite ridges near the White Pass summit along the Klondike Highway. 
View along the Klondike Highway near White Pass, heading toward Yukon. 
View along Klondike Highway, Yukon, British Columbia 
Rustic train tracks disappearing into the wide-open tundra along the White Pass & Yukon Route. 
View along Klondike Highway 
View along Klondike Highway towards Yukon 
View along Klondike Highway 
Passing the official Fraser location sign along the South Klondike Highway in British Columbia 
Fraser station building and waterhouse of the White Pass and Yukon Railway 
The remote community and border outpost of Fraser, British Columbia, along the Klondike Highway. 
Bernard Lake, Fraser, BC 
Misty mountain views across the tranquil waters of Bernard Lake on the Klondike Highway. 
Bernard Lake, Fraser, BC 
Bernard Lake, Fraser, BC 
A breathtaking view along the Klondike Highway and White Pass & Yukon Route railway 
The rushing waters of the Tutshi River carving through the rocky wilderness near the Yukon border. 
The cliffside observation deck and lodge perched above the rushing Tutshi River canyon. 
yukon-suspension-bridge-sign 
Walking across the high suspension bridge over the river canyon at the Yukon Suspension Bridge attraction. 
Looking down into the Tutshi River gorge from the elevated viewing decks. 
The Yukon Suspension Bridge spanning the Tutshi River canyon along the South Klondike Highway. 
Glacial whitewater flows through the colorful canyon along the South Klondike Highway. 
Yukon Suspension Bridge Building Mountain View 
Tutshi River Gorge Yukon Landscape 
Yukon Suspension Bridge Wide Canyon View 
A stunning view of the Tutshi River canyon framed by cloud-draped mountain peaks from the Yukon Suspension Bridge 
Fast-flowing glacial river running through a pine-lined canyon with mountains in the background. 
Wooden sign featuring the Yukon Suspension Bridge shield logo. 
Wooden visitor center building perched above a river canyon surrounded by mountains. 
Quick Facts and Tips
- Make sure you have valid passports and visas since the Klondike Highway crosses US-Canada border.
- Best time to visit: June to September
- Port of Call or Fly Into: Skagway, Alaska
- Clothing
- It is cool, so plan to dress in layers. Comfortable jeans, T-shirts, warm jackets, scarfs, caps, gloves, rain jackets, comfortable walking shoes.
- What to Expect
- Glacier, Snow-capped rugged mountains, Fjords, Waterfalls, Sparkling turquoise lakes, Alpine tundra, Winding rushing rivers, Wind-battered rocks, Abundant forest of old trees, Wildflowers, Wildlife, Gorges, Tunnels, Historic sites.
- Best things to do
- Take a tour to experience The Yukon & Suspension Bridge. There will be an entry fee to view/cross the bridge and exhibits if not included in your tour. The bridge is a pedestrian cable suspension bridge, stretches 57 feet above the canyon, providing stunning views. There is a cafe, restaurant, gift shop and restroom.
- Ride the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad
- Take a Bus/Motor Coach/Jeep Tour to White Pass Summit and Yukon Suspension Bridge. Choose wisely and explore breathtaking landscapes on your perfect adventure.
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