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Best campgrounds near Dawson, YT
Gold Rush RV Park
Yukon (1 km away)
$$$$$
(82 sites)
+5
Dawson City RV Park and Campground
Yukon (2 km away)
$$$$$
(98 sites)
+8
Yukon River Campground
Yukon (2 km away)
$$$$$
(94 sites)
Bonanza Gold RV Park
Yukon (2 km away)
$$$$$
(119 sites)
+6
Klondike River Campground
Yukon (15 km away)
$$$$$
(35 sites)
Tombstone Mountain Campground - Tombstone Territorial Park
Yukon (77 km away)
$$$$$
(30 sites)
Most common amenities
Tables Toilets Firewood Grills Dump station Internet Laundry Showers General store Pet friendly
Campgrounds near Dawson City, Yukon
Dawson City sits at the confluence of the Klondike and Yukon rivers in Canada's Yukon Territory, at 320 metres elevation and 64 degrees north latitude, with the Alaska border about 75 km to the west. The town has roughly 1,500 residents. RV travellers reach it via the Klondike Highway from Whitehorse, about 530 km south, or the Top of the World Highway from Alaska during the summer ferry season.
Campground options split between private RV parks in and around town and Yukon government campgrounds a short drive out. Gold Rush RV Park and Dawson City RV Park and Campground sit near the townsite for walk-to-restaurant access, while Bonanza Gold RV Park is a few kilometres south on the Klondike Highway. Yukon Parks operates two nearby government campgrounds: Yukon River Campground, across the river from Dawson City, is the largest campground in Yukon at around 102 sites and is reached by a free ride on the George Black Ferry, and Klondike River Campground, about 20 km south of town off the Klondike Highway, offers a 1.7 km interpretive boardwalk through old-growth forest.
The area serves as the staging point for trips into Tombstone Territorial Park, the Dempster Highway, and the Top of the World Highway.
Things to do around Dawson
Dawson City preserves a dense concentration of Klondike Gold Rush history. Parks Canada manages heritage buildings in the downtown core, and Dredge No. 4 and Bonanza Creek gold-panning claims sit a short drive south along the Klondike Highway. The Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre in town interprets Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in history and traditions.
Tr'ondëk-Klondike, a cultural landscape of eight sites within Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in traditional territory, was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in September 2023, becoming Yukon's first cultural World Heritage site. The Midnight Dome offers a panoramic view over town and the river valleys. For a longer excursion, the Dempster Highway starts a short drive east of Dawson and climbs north into Tombstone Territorial Park.
The Yukon River Campground is especially busy during the Dawson City Music Festival in late July.
Camping spots and RV parks near Dawson, YT
Seasonal patterns in Dawson
- spring
March - May
4° / -9°C 15 mmLate thaw; Yukon Parks servicing begins in mid-May
- summer
June - August
20° / 9°C 49 mmMidnight sun; peak bookings; July is the wettest month
- fall
September - November
0° / -9°C 27 mmEarly frost; private parks close by late September
- winter
December - February
-18° / -27°C 15 mmDeep cold; campgrounds and ferry closed; aurora season
The RV season is short and concentrated. Yukon Parks typically begins servicing campgrounds in the Dawson area in mid-May, with the Yukon River Campground tied to the George Black Ferry season, which runs from mid-May to mid-October. Private RV parks in town generally open in mid-May and close in mid- to late September.
Dawson City has a subarctic climate, with an average July temperature of 15.7 degrees Celsius and an average January temperature of about minus 26 degrees Celsius. On the longest day of the year, June 21, Dawson gets over 21 hours of sunlight, and the Midnight Sun is visible from viewpoints like the Midnight Dome for much of the summer. July is the wettest month, averaging about 49 mm of rain, and is also the busiest thanks to the music festival and long daylight.
Shoulder-season travellers in May and September get thinner crowds but should expect frost, possible snow at higher elevations on the Dempster, and reduced services. Winter RV camping is not practical: temperatures routinely drop below minus 40, and campgrounds and the ferry are closed.
Booking and reservations
Yukon government campgrounds around Dawson operate on a first-come, first-served model. There are no reservable campsites at Klondike River Campground or at Yukon River Campground. Online reservations for a limited set of Yukon Parks frontcountry campgrounds, including Tombstone Mountain, are available at yukon.goingtocamp.com, which matters for RVers combining a Dawson trip with a Tombstone stop.
Reservations are required for the three backcountry campgrounds in Tombstone Territorial Park and are also booked through the same portal.
Private parks in town, including Gold Rush RV Park, Dawson City RV Park and Campground, and Bonanza Gold RV Park, take reservations directly by phone or through their own websites, and sites for peak July weekends should be booked well ahead.
What to expect on site
The two Yukon Parks campgrounds near Dawson are basic by design. Klondike River Campground has outhouses, hand-pumped water, picnic shelters, fire pits, and firewood, and there are no hookups. Campers register their stay, bring their own toilet paper, and pack out their garbage. The Yukon River Campground offers similar rustic amenities plus river-beach access and a Peregrine Falcon viewing deck overlooking the Yukon River.
Private RV parks in town cover the full-service side, generally offering power, water, sewer hookups, laundry, and Wi-Fi at parks such as Gold Rush RV Park, Dawson City RV Park and Campground, and Bonanza Gold RV Park. Cell coverage is reliable in town and patchy once you leave the Klondike Highway corridor.
Bear activity is a consideration through the warm months, and food and scented items must be secured. Fuel, groceries, and RV supplies are available in Dawson, but stock up before heading up the Dempster.
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Frequently asked questions about campgrounds near Dawson, YT
How do I choose the right campsite for my RV?
Start with the practical stuff: site length, the hookups you need, and whether it's a back-in or pull-through. Canadian campgrounds range from full-service private RV resorts to backcountry provincial park sites with no hookups, so confirm what each location offers before you book. Parks Canada and provincial reservation systems open months in advance and popular sites fill fast. Learn more.
How much are RV campsites near Dawson, YT?
Campsite prices near Dawson, YT depend on the type of campground. Provincial park sites typically run CA$25-$55 a night with hookups. Private RV parks in town often run CA$40-$100, with tourist hubs charging more in summer. Parks Canada national park sites are CA$20-$45 plus a CA$11.50 reservation fee.
Is there any free camping near Dawson, YT?
Free camping near Dawson, YT depends on what Crown land is in driving distance. Most Canadian provinces allow free dispersed camping on accessible Crown land for 14-21 days at one spot, but practically usable areas are concentrated in the populated southern half of each province. Non-Canadian residents often need a permit. Check provincial rules and fire restrictions before you head out. Learn more about free camping.
Can I book a campsite through RVezy?
Not directly. RVezy doesn't handle campsite reservations, but each campground listing links to the operator's website or booking page when one's available.
What's the best time to go camping near Dawson, YT?
Camping near Dawson, YT is best from late May through early October. July and August are peak season, when most campgrounds fill up and reservations need to be made well in advance. Late August through September usually offers the best mix of weather, availability, and lighter bug pressure.
How far are RV campgrounds from Dawson, YT?
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Where are dump stations near Dawson, YT?
Dump stations near Dawson, YT are usually at private RV parks and provincial or national park campgrounds, sometimes for a fee if you're not staying overnight. RVDumpsites.net maps the nearest options.
What's the best time of year to rent a RV in Dawson, YT?
Renting a RV in Dawson, YT works best from late May through early October, when most of Canada's campgrounds are open and the weather is reliable. Peak demand runs July and August. Late spring (May, early June) and late summer (late August through September) are the shoulder seasons, with better availability and lower rates.
What's the best time of year to rent an RV in Dawson, YT?
RV rentals in Dawson, YT peak from late June through August, when most campgrounds are open and school is out. May, June, September, and October are shoulder months with better availability and lower rates, though weather is less predictable at the edges.
Can I have an RV delivered to my home or campground in Dawson, YT?
Yes. Many Canadian RVezy hosts deliver and set up at your home, a campground, or a destination. With Canada's distances and remote campgrounds, delivery can save real time and stress for first-time renters.
Can the RV be delivered near Dawson, YT?
In most cases, yes. A lot of Canadian hosts offer to drop off the RV near Dawson, YT at your driveway, a campground, or wherever you're starting your trip. It saves you the drive and the setup.