The guided experience- Why go guided?
The guided mountain bike experience from Up North Adventures offers riders the opportunity to explore and enjoy the wilderness trails around Whitehorse without having to deal with the logistics. We will provide a bike if necessary, a helmet, transportation, a tasty, healthy lunch, and a friendly local guide, Tyler Coghill, to ensure your one day adventure runs smoothly. Tyler is trained in wilderness first aid, bear encounter protocols, basic bike repair, and will be carrying emergency communications, bear spray, tools and spare parts. Tyler has intimate knowledge of the trails and will be able to pick a suitable route based on the skill and desires of those involved. Most importantly, Tyler is a passionate mountain biker who has grown up exploring the Whitehorse trails and enjoys sharing the unique experience this area offers.
Mountain Biking in Whitehorse
Mountain biking is one of the best ways to experience the wilderness surrounding Whitehorse. Leave right from the Up North Adventures shop and within minutes be pedaling under a canopy of boreal forest, surrounded by a symphony of bird calls and the scent of wildflowers which decorate the forest floor. It isn’t long before the busy “big city” disappears and you feel like you’re miles from nowhere, largely because you are! Without a motor disturbing the experience, the mountain bike allows riders to have fun while truly becoming immersed in the peaceful isolation of the Yukon wilderness.
Riders can stop in at historically significant areas such as Miles Canyon and Canyon City. Here your guide can share the amazing story of the early stampeders who had to navigate the treacherous waters of Miles Canyon and the Whitehorse rapids on their journey to the Klondike Goldfields. Many of the gold-hungry pioneers found themselves ill-equipped for running the mighty Yukon river through a new and inhospitable land, and many lost their supplies or even their lives trying to run Miles Canyon and the Whitehorse rapids. Some trails pass by the weathered remains of old trappers cabins, left behind from early settlers in the area.
Aside from the history and natural beauty, the riding itself is sure to not disappoint. The huge variety in terrain available allows for challenging and satisfying rides for everyone from beginner to experienced riders. Mellow, double track loops with low elevation change, to technical single track trails wind their way through the hills, along ridges and around lakes. Lose yourself in the rush of challenging yourself on a bike or just enjoy the fresh air and soak in the amazing scenery on a milder ride.
It is even possible to shuttle to the top of Grey Mountain for stunning views of the whole Whitehorse area, from Marsh Lake almost all the way to Lake Laberge. From here riders can enjoy a fun bike ride back down the road before entering the forest on wide ATV trails that head all the way to town. For those more experienced, it is possible to descend 2000 feet from the ridge of Grey Mountain all the way back to town on steep ATV trails and single track that will leave you grinning ear to ear and planning your next trip to Whitehorse just for the mountain biking!
| 1/2 day | $105 (per person, min 2 people) |
| Full day | $195 (per person, min 2 people) |
| Includes: Bike rental, helmet, guide, snacks and refreshments, hotel pickup and drop off. Full day includes hearty Northern lunch. | |