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The Lapie Lakes, the location of the base-camp are known for the quality of lake trout that grow in their cold, clear waters. Arctic grayling, another favorite species among Yukon anglers, populates the Upper Lapie River in such quantities that you literally paddle over schools of them as you drift down the river. The lower Lapie River, which you will mountain bike along, but not paddle, is well-known for its exciting whitewater and stunning beauty. The watershed has a healthy population of moose, grizzly bear, wolf, caribou, beaver, and more. The Lapie River watershed flows through the traditional territories of, the Kaska Dena. The community of Ross River, where your trip ends, is the home of the Ross River Dena Council and its citizens are mostly of Kaska First Nation origin. Historically, First Nations people used an area near, but not at Ross River, as a seasonal gathering place, but by the early 1900s prospectors started arriving seeking their riches, and by 1903 a trading post was opened in the area and eventually the community was relocated to its current location, on the shores of the Pelly River opposite the inflow of the Ross River. On the way home you will travel the Robert Campbell Highway with frequent views, Big Salmon Lake and then the majestic Yukon River as you approach the town of Carmacks.
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| Season: mid June to August |
| Requirements: Mountain bike (can be rented), helmet and gear, sleeping bag and pad, head lamp, flashlight, small handlebar bag/pannier or bullet back for lunch and day items, spare tubes and other parts as necessary, personal repair kit and tools. |
| Suggested Items: Camera, daypack, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottle, fishing gear/license. |
| Suggested Clothing: Cycling shorts, cycling pants, cold weather cycling clothes, cycling gloves, cycling shoes, rain gear, fleece shirts and pants, quick dry pants, warm socks, hat. |
| Difficulty: Intermediate |
| Restrictions: This is an intermediate mountain biking tour with intermediate day hikes and beginner level canoeing. |
| Maximum Number of People: 10 |
| Equipment Provided: Group camping equipment, rain shelter, bug shelter, washroom tent and latrine, shower tent (at the two wilderness campsites), group adventure gear (canoes, fishing gear etc.). Access in the evenings to our traveling wilderness Yukon/Alaska library, access to an assortment of basic bike mechanics tools, all safety gear. |
| Transportation: Trips begin and end in Whitehorse, Yukon. |
| Accommodations: Accommodations are campsites along the route. A hotel in Whitehorse before and after the trip will be required but is not included in the package price. |
| Meal Information: All meals starting day 1 lunch and ending day 9 lunch are included. |
| Guide Information: Two guides per trip. |
| Weather Information: Average summer tempertures are between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius, with temperatures in the fall usually in the 5 to 15 degree Celsius range. |
| Comments: This is a wilderness multi-activity trip that includes trail-based, mountain biking. It does not include single-track terrain. However, please note that the area around the City of Whitehorse has an immense network of single-track mountain bike trails and a vibrant mountain biking community. You can plan some additional time in Whitehorse at the beginning or the end of your trip to enhance your single-track riding experience. Custom dates available for group sizes of 4 or more. |
| Trip Duration |
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7 days
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$1400.00* per person
Combination of mountain biking, hiking, fishing and canoeing |
10 days
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$1795.00* per person
Based on double occupancy |
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*Please add 5% Goods and Services Tax
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