The historic town of Atlin , on Atlin Lake dates back to the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898, when the population was more than 3,000. Today, the town has a population of approximately 500 and is a favourite spot with tourists. Atlin Lake, with its turquoise coloured water, is the largest natural lake in British Columbia. The snow-capped mountains serve as a backdrop, as boaters and canoeists explore the many islands on Atlin Lake. Atlin Lake is 100 km.
Winds can whip up suddenly, so stay close to shore and always be very careful.
Atlin Provincial Park, a wilderness park, which encompasses most of the lake, offers wilderness walk-in camping. Along the lake shoreline you might see Dall and Stone sheep, mountain goats , caribou , and bears . Bird watchers will be pleased with the abundance of bald eagles , ospreys , spruce grouse and ptarmigans. To reach Atlin, turn south at Jakes Corner off the Alaska Highway and follow Highway 7. Wildlife photography, bird watching, hiking , back country camping , canoeing , kayaking , gold panning and boating are activities that can be enjoyed in this area.