Takhini River Campground

Road accessible campground
Region
Kluane
Registration required
Yes
Total sites
12
Pull through
0
Serviced
to
Gate Open
Gate open year-round
Site description
  • Popular put-in or take-out point for kayakers and canoeists going down the Takhini River (Näkhų Chu/Ta Hîni).
  • Good base to enjoy Kusawa Territorial Park.
  • The park includes parts of the Champagne and Aishihik, Kwanlin Dün and Carcross/Tagish First Nations' Traditional Territories.
  • The gate will remain open after service to this campground has ended. Register your stay (payment not required). Bring your own wood and toilet paper and pack out your garbage. 
Campground peak times:
May June July August September
Canoeing the rapids on the Takhini River, Yukon.
Sara Nielsen

Location

Highway
Alaska Highway
Highway kilometre
1489.0
Secondary road
Kusawa Lake Road
Secondary road kilometre
15.0
GPS coordinates
60.654°N 136.105°W
Map download
Site directions
Turn south off the highway and drive 15 km on the gravel Kusawa Lake Road.

Services available

Outhouse unisex
Bear proof garbage bins
Picnic tables
Fire ring
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