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Caribou RV Park
Overview
Caribou RV Park serves as a welcoming gateway for those traveling the historic Alaska Highway. Located just south of Whitehorse, Yukon, this park offers a forested retreat that balances accessibility with the raw beauty of the North. It is widely recognized for its clean facilities and warm hospitality, making it a reliable staple for long-distance travelers heading toward Alaska or exploring the rugged Yukon interior. The park provides a quiet, natural atmosphere that captures the spirit of northern adventure.
Location & Surroundings
Situated at Mile 898 of the Alaska Highway, the park is nestled within a lush boreal forest landscape. While it is conveniently close to the amenities and services of Whitehorse, the setting feels worlds away from the city's hustle. The surrounding area is characterized by towering spruce trees and proximity to the Wolf Creek recreation area, providing a serene backdrop for evening walks or morning coffee amidst the crisp, clean northern air and local mountain views.
Amenities & Park Features
The park is well-equipped to handle modern rigs with a variety of full hookup sites and spacious pull-through options designed for easy navigation. Travelers often appreciate the meticulously maintained washrooms and private showers, which are a significant comfort after long days on the road. On-site conveniences include a clean laundromat, a specialized RV and car wash station to spray off highway dust, and a small gift shop stocked with essentials and local Yukon souvenirs.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Just a short drive away, visitors can explore the stunning turquoise waters of Miles Canyon or hike the scenic trails along the Yukon River. The city of Whitehorse offers cultural highlights like the S.S. Klondike National Historic Site and the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre. For a relaxing afternoon, many guests visit the nearby Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs or take a tour of the Yukon Wildlife Preserve to see elk, bison, and caribou in their natural habitat.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an ideal choice for Alaska Highway explorers who value a quiet, wooded setting over a basic paved parking lot experience. It caters exceptionally well to big rigs and families who need reliable infrastructure and high standards of cleanliness during a rugged road trip. If you are looking for a peaceful basecamp to explore the southern Yukon while remaining within reach of city services, this park is a perfect fit for your travel style.
Amenities
- Tenting
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Rentals
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Discounts
- Facility
- Internet
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Joe Howard
Great place to stay. A bit quirky with a European flair. Nice sites for tent camping. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The cafe/food truck was an unexpected bonus. The food and libations were well above what I would expect from such a set up. Seems locals stop by just to eat and drink. I can’t blame them. Highly recommend!
Diane Patrick
We had a lovely stay here after our long trip up to Tuktoyuktuk. Very welcoming and friendly people and amenities helped it feel like a home-away-from-home while we cleaned up and rested before continuing on our journey. Sophie answered all our questions and made us feel welcomed. We stayed in a dry site which was beautifully set in the trees. Live music on the weekend and excellent food was a bonus! Wood-fired pizza by Steve was amazing. The owners, Steve and Sandra, are culinary experts and you can also buy Sandra's preserves to take home and share. The washroom and shower area is set up so you feel relaxed in your own bathroom. There are enough rooms that we never had to wait. The coin laundry was reasonably priced. Overall, great stay!
Michael Burke
If you like food, stay here! Authentic European dishes that are all homemade and cooked by French chefs visiting for the summer. Baguette and croissants fresh baked in the morning. Each night there is a special dish to go along with German sausages, laberkase, real neapolitan pizza, and Belgian fries. If I told my wife I had a dream that this food Mecca was in Yukon, she’d laugh. But it is real. The park is very nice . The owners and staff are great. There is a “community” room which we saw families enjoy. Private bathrooms and showers too.
Megumi K
Absolutely loved staying here. The laundry and bath/shower rooms were clean and well organized. The owners were super nice. The currywurst from the Cork and Fork food trailer was amazing. They also have a cute convenience store that sells Chef Sandra(one of the owners)’s homemade jam. I bought a few and just tried the Apple Lavender one — it was so delicious! I’ll definitely make sure to stay here again when I get the chance.
Manda Seljeseth
We have enjoyed every minute of time at Caribou RV park. Owners and staff are amazing and responsive. Washrooms are spotless with regular cleaning schedules, laundry room and sink area are also very clean and well maintained. It was great to have kitchen size sinks to wash dishes since our last visit the cabins and our RV were winterized. Our dogs love their adventures and it was nice to have a dog friendly environment for the girls to enjoy themselves. There is a playground and very well behaved children around that added to the feeling of home with a friendly family environment. In the summer their food truck has amazing food! We cannot say enough nice things about Caribou RV park. Highly recommend!!