Kluane/Kathleen Lake

Melissa Bryant

We stayed in the oTENTiks for a couple of nights. They must be new because they were in mint condition. The level of items provided for oTENTiks was much more than we’ve previously experienced. There is a propane grill to cook (BYOP), bear bins right at our site, awning to cover cooking and eating area, bug tent provided, plenty of dry, covered wood, and small power sources in the tent to charge phones. There was just enough cell service to call and check in, but not enough to be annoyed by life :) 10/10 would stay again.

Joanie Roy

Big campsites offering privacy. Only pit toilets on the smelly side, could use more attention from staff. Otherwise it was a nice stay.

PotvinPlan (Guy & Shirley)

My Campground Review Park: Kathleen Lake (Mät’àtäna Män), YK Date: June 22, 2025 – June 27, 2025 Our equipment: 30 ft fifth-wheel RV Costs: $17.50 campground fee + $9.50 campfire permit = $27 per night (+ $11.50 reservation fee, if applicable, many sites on FCFS basis) Loop, Site & Services: single loop; site 26 Overall Kathleen Lake Campground, also known by its Indigenous name Mät’àtäna Män, is an awe-inspiring site within Kluane National Park and Reserve. Nestled at the foot of the Kluane Range mountains, the campground’s sites are generous, private, and most sites offer breathtaking views of snow-covered peaks and the shimmering blue-aqua lake below. This setting provided one of our best camping experiences ever. 1. Registration office A self-service kiosk at the campground entrance makes check-in straightforward. Park officials patrol regularly, offering assistance and ensuring compliance. 2. Interior park roads All roads are well-graded gravel, wide enough for large RVs. We encountered no obstructions for our rig. 3. Open sky vs. treed canopy The campground offers a balanced mix of open sky and forest canopy. Site 26 enjoys mostly open sky—perfect for recharging solar panels. 4. Electric & off-grid No electrical hookups or water services are available; the campground operates entirely off-grid. 5. Cell reception (Bell, Rogers) Surprisingly, Bell provided 1–2 bars depending on location within the campground (signal comes from Haines Junction 30min. away). Rogers had no service which is typical for Northern Canada -including AB, SK, BC & YK. Starlink delivered consistent download speeds of approximately 60–100 Mbps. 6. Noise restrictions Generators are prohibited between 11 PM and 7 AM. NB. ‘At all times, generator use must not interfere with other visitors’ quiet enjoyment of the park’. 7. Traffic within park Traffic was minimal, limited to the daily arrival and departure of campers. 8. Showers & toilet facilities There are no showers or flush-toilet facilities on site. 9. Dry toilets Dry toilets are the sole restroom option, with several units scattered throughout the campground. They remain bright, clean, and are serviced daily. 10. Laundry facility None available. 11. Bike & hiking trails within park Two trails start directly from the campground—one rated moderate and one rated hard. Eight additional trails lie within a 40 km radius outside the park. 12. Body of water Kathleen Lake boasts crystal-clear waters framed by a dramatic mountain backdrop. We swam from the day-use beach; on a sunny 29 °C day, the water felt surprisingly refreshing. 13. Water filling and sani-station No sani-station is available, which was a drawback. A small artesian well tap sits in the center of the loop (foot access only, not accessible by car or RV - by design) and delivers chlorine-free, crystal-clear water. For RV water needs, we refilled at Haines Junction’s water tower (free blue-jug refill), parking our RV alongside and topping off our Nautilus system with a Camco water bandit.

Paul McCarthy

Our favorite campground from our trip to the Yukon 🙌 22.50 CAD payable in cash on arrival but seems quite busy so better get there early if you haven't already reserved. Note this is a government campsite and not Yukon one so Yukon camping tickets aren't accepted here

Aurore Opop

Up : Beautiful campground. The lake is a 10min walk through the wood and some trails start right from there. We stayed at one the OTENTIK and they're really well thought. Free firewood, clean pit toilet, fresh water. Loved the little talk around the fire on Thursday evening about grizzly bears, we had a free hot chocolate or tea and we learnt a lot about bears 🐻😊 Down : no shower (we thought there would be some) but who cares when you go camping, right? 😁