Old Crow Travel Guide

Welcome to Old Crow!

A remote region, the northern part of the Yukon is home to the community of Old Crow and of the First Nations group the Vuntut Gwitchin. Located north of the Arctic Circle on the Porcupine River, Old Crow is accessible only by plane, with no road access. The traditional way of life continues up north with the people relying on the porcupine caribou herd that migrate in the area for food and medicine. Modern facilities and services are also available including a fitness centre, health clinic, educational institutions and a general store. Established as a result of a land claims settlement, the Vuntut National Park offers skiing, hiking and canoeing adventures, and can be reached by flying into Old Crow and then via boat. The closest road is the Dempster Highway, the only route that crosses the Arctic Circle, located approximately 175 km (109 mi) away. Travellers can admire the alpine tundra landscapes that line this roadway.