Vacation Planner_2018_0

HERITAGE DRIVING
TOUR 5 DAYS
As you journey north on the
historic Alaska Highway, visit
recreation sites surrounded by
southeast Yukon wilderness.
Day 1 – Liard Hot Springs
Soak, camp and relax at these remarkable
natural hot springs tucked into northern
British Columbia approximately two hours
from Watson Lake. The boardwalk-accessible
hot springs attract wildlife and provide relief
to weary Alaska Highway travellers. From
late summer to spring, watch the night sky
for aurora. Contact BC Parks for information
about camping and services.
Year-round birdwatching – Thinkstock
Winter or summer, the Liard Hot Springs are irresistible – Gunter Marx / WC / Alamy
Take the road less travelled – YG, D. Crowe
Days 2 to 4 –
Watson Lake and beyond
Spend a day exploring Watson Lake, and then
consider a scenic alternative to the popular
Alaska Highway corridor. Explore part of the
Robert Campbell Highway as it traverses a
region where wildlife and solitude are
abundant. Travellers can turn north onto the
Campbell Highway #4 at Watson Lake by
the Sign Post Forest, or via the South Canol
Road #6 near Johnsons Crossing. Limited
visitor services are available at Ross River
and Faro.
Day 5 – Rancheria Falls
and Morley River
Two recreation sites near Watson Lake
beckon to Alaska Highway travellers.
Take the time to stop in the scenic Rancheria
River valley. A short boardwalk lined with
interpretive signs takes visitors to the
waterfalls. The popular picnic spot beside
the clear bubbling waters of the Morley River
offers good fishing and a trail through the
woods along the river.
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