Get set for adventure. Hundreds of reckless gold rush stampeders smashed their crude boats attempting to run these rapids on the Yukon River. Traces of the community of Canyon City can still be found on the east shore, about 2 km upriver from the bridge. Below the dam you can see Chinook salmon in late July and August at the Fish Ladder viewing facility. S.S. Klondike National Historic Site.
Tours are available.
Over 200 sternwheelers plied the Yukon River in its heyday. This is the only one authentically restored to its late period. The Mountain View 18-hole Golf Course in Whitehorse is scenically situated along the banks of the Yukon River. The Meadow Lakes nine-hole golf course runs along the Alaska Highway. This charming log cabin houses archeological, cultural, historical, transportation and mining exhibits.