Vuntut National Park
Yukon
•Est. 1995
Area
4,345 km² (1,678 sq mi)
Natural Region
Northern Yukon
Annual Visitors
Fewer than 25
Established
1995
About the Park
Vuntut National Park, meaning 'among the lakes' in Gwichʼin, is located in northern Yukon. The park was established to conserve a portion of the North Yukon Natural Region and to recognize the history and culture of the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation.
Park Location
History
Established in 1995 as part of the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation Final Agreement, the park acknowledges and protects the traditional and current use of the area by the Vuntut Gwitchin people.
Landscapes
The park encompasses tundra landscapes, rolling hills, and numerous lakes. It lies adjacent to Ivvavik National Park and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska, forming a continuous protected area.
Wildlife
Vuntut is home to a variety of wildlife, including caribou, moose, grizzly bears, wolves, muskoxen, and numerous bird species such as peregrine falcons and golden eagles.
Activities
Due to its remote location, the park sees few visitors annually. Activities include backcountry camping, hiking, and wildlife observation. Access is typically by air or boat during summer months.
Park Features
Natural Beauty
Pristine Wilderness
Wildlife
Native Species
Activities
Outdoor Adventures
Scenic Views
Photo Opportunities
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