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Tombstone Territorial Park

📍 Km 71.5, Dempster Highway, Yukon, Canada (Tombstone Interpretive Centre is located at km 71.5 of the Dempster Highway)
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Quick Facts

Location
Canada, Yukon
Category
Sightseeing
Duration
1-2 hours (interpretive centre only) to multi-day (backcountry hiking and camping)
Address
Km 71.5, Dempster Highway, Yukon, Canada (Tombstone Interpretive Centre is located at km 71.5 of the Dempster Highway)
Coordinates
64.5734, -138.4138

Introduction

Tombstone Territorial Park is located in Canada's Yukon Territory, stretching along the Dempster Highway. It is a 2,200 km² subarctic wilderness preserve. The park is named for its sharp, tombstone-like limestone peaks ("tombstones") and straddles the Arctic Circle watershed, with ecosystems transitioning from boreal forest to tundra. It is a premier destination for viewing wildlife such as caribou, grizzly bears and Dall sheep, and for long-distance hiking, often called the "Patagonia of the North".

✨ Highlights

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Sharp tombstone-like limestone peaks (Tombstone Mountains) and subarctic tundra landscapes
At Tombstone Territorial Park, Sharp tombstone-like limestone peaks (Tombstone Mountains) and subarctic tundra landscapes is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.
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Tombstone Interpretive Centre offers park orientation, backcountry briefings and mandatory backcountry orientation sessions at 9:00/11:00/16:00 daily
At Tombstone Territorial Park, Tombstone Interpretive Centre offers park orientation, backcountry briefings and mandatory backcountry orientation sessions at 9:00/11:00/16:00 daily is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.
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Backcountry hiking routes lead to remote campsites such as Divide Lake and Grizzly Lake
At Tombstone Territorial Park, Backcountry hiking routes lead to remote campsites such as Divide Lake and Grizzly Lake is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.
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Opportunities to view Arctic and subarctic wildlife including caribou, grizzly bears and Dall sheep
At Tombstone Territorial Park, Opportunities to view Arctic and subarctic wildlife including caribou, grizzly bears and Dall sheep is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.
→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.
→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.
→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.
→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.
→Transportation：Drive north from Dawson City along the Dempster Highway for about 1.5 hours to reach the interpretive centre

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultFree

Park entry is free; backcountry camping requires online reservation and a special camping permit - Divide Lake campsite 18 CAD/night/tent site, Grizzly Lake campsite 12 CAD/night/tent site; Yukon resi

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Tombstone Interpretive Centre: May 16 - September 20, 2026, daily 9:00-17:00; the park itself is accessible year-round, subject to weather and road conditions; admission: Park entry is free; backcountry camping requires online reservation and a special camping permit - Divide Lake campsite 18 CAD/night/tent site, Grizzly Lake campsite 12 CAD/night/tent site; Yukon residents may apply for a 200 CAD annual camping voucher.
• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.
• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.
• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

How much is the admission for Tombstone Territorial Park?

Adult: Free; Park entry is free; backcountry camping requires online reservation and a special camping permit - Divide Lake campsite 18 CAD/night/tent site, Grizzly Lake campsite 12 CAD/night/tent site; Yukon resi

Any practical tips for visiting Tombstone Territorial Park?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Tombstone Interpretive Centre: May 16 - September 20, 2026, daily 9:00-17:00; the park itself is accessible year-round, subject to weather and road conditions; admission: Park entry is free; backcountry camping requires online reservation and a special camping permit - Divide Lake campsite 18 CAD/night/tent site, Grizzly Lake campsite 12 CAD/night/tent site; Yukon residents may apply for a 200 CAD annual camping voucher. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

How long should I spend at Tombstone Territorial Park?

A typical visit takes 1-2 hours (interpretive centre only) to multi-day (backcountry hiking and camping).

This entry is compiled from public travel websites. Tickets, opening hours and transport may change; please confirm with official sources on site.