Emerald Lake and Carcross Desert
Explore spectacular Yukon scenery around Carcross, including Emerald Lake and the world’s smallest desert.
Discover the natural wonders of the Yukon’s Southern Lakes, including Emerald Lake and the Carcross Desert.
The first stop is Emerald Lake, named for its breathtaking, shimmering green waters. Then visit the Carcross Desert, the smallest desert on earth at just 1.6 square km, before visiting the indigenous community of Carcross itself. Explore local First Nations art and history then walk down to the sandy shores of Bennett Lake.
Enjoy a lesson in gold panning and visit Carcross’s Wildlife Museum, filled with life-sized displays of Yukon wildlife, including a woolly mammoth.
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