2013 VACATION PLANNER - Travel Yukon

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Campbell
Wildlife Viewing, Faro
Faro is situated along the Tintina
Trench (O Chief), a geographic
feature that acts as a major corridor
for bird and other wildlife migrations,
particularly in spring and fall. A herd
of 100 Fannin sheep lives near Faro,
and the Lapie Canyon near Ross River
is home to a band of Stone’s sheep.
Inquire at the Campbell Region
Interpretive Centre about birding and
wildlife viewing programs, and ask
for a copy of the Viewing Wildlife
in Faro brochure.
Time to Explore
Fisheye Lake
Stocked with rainbow trout and
kokanee, Fisheye Lake is an excellent
fishing hole. This day-use area has a
boat ramp, change rooms, firepits and
picnic facilities. Go for a quiet paddle
and watch for diving ducks and loons.
On the Robert Campbell Highway #4
just 15 km from Faro.
The Canol Footbridge, Ross River
At 182 metres (600 feet) long, this cable
and wood bridge in Ross River is the
longest suspension bridge in the Yukon.
A fascinating piece of engineering, this
World War II-era bridge was built by
the U.S. government as part of the
Canadian Oil (CANOL) project.
Pedestrians look down on the cable
ferry crossing the Pelly River to the
North Canol Road.
Dena Cho Trail
This multi-use recreation trail retraces the
historic 67-km route between Ross River
and Faro used by First Nations hunters and
gold prospectors. The Dena Cho is a
multi-day backcountry hike, but day trips
are possible, and it features a number of
warm-up cabins. Contact the Campbell
Region Interpretive Centre or the Town
of Faro. www.faroyukon.ca
Canoeing the Lapie River – P. Mather Fishing on one of Yukon’s many stocked lakes – YG
Sandhill crane – J. Jantunen
Sunset at Quiet Lake – YG
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Campbell Region
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