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Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon’s Wilderness

by | August 28, 2023 | Time 4 mins

Among the breathtaking landscapes of Yukon, Canada, the Southern Lakes Resort stands as a beacon of tranquility and natural splendor. Southern Lakes Resort offers an enchanting escape for travelers seeking a memorable retreat in the heart of the wilderness. Once you arrive, you’ll be captivated by the resort’s rustic charm, warm hospitality, and outdoor adventures awaiting you.

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Located on Yukon’s mesmerizing Southern Lakes, the resort is perfectly positioned to offer awe-inspiring views that change with the seasons. No matter when you visit, each season brings its own magical touch. For nature enthusiasts and photographers alike, this is a paradise like no other.

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Rustic Log Cabin Accommodations at Southern Lakes Resort

The cabin accommodations at Southern Lakes Resort are designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding wilderness while providing modern comforts. Cozy log cabins, some with wood-burning fireplaces, and all with private balconies offer an intimate connection to nature without compromising on luxury. 

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Wake up to the sounds of birdsong and the gentle lapping of the lake against the shore. At night, witness the star-studded skies, meteor showers, and the famous Aurora Borealis. 

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

The entire grid is located off-grid. Each cabin comes with essential amenities like electricity, full bedding, and towel sets, satellite television, bedside smart tech plugins, ensuring a comfortable stay. The bathroom offers gorgeous rainfall showers and vanities providing perfect lighting. 

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

The elevated king size bed overlooks floor-to-ceiling windows, so you can watch the stars and northern lights from the comfort of bed and awake to the morning sunrise.

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Enjoy the sense of privacy, as the cabins are thoughtfully spaced apart while remaining close to the main lodge. Experience the beauty of Yukon’s wilderness while reveling in the comfort and hospitality of Southern Lakes Resort.

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Outdoor Adventures for All

Southern Lakes Resort is a gateway to a world of outdoor adventures that cater to every interest and skill level. For those seeking adrenaline-pumping activities, options include kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding. Fishing enthusiasts will find themselves in paradise with abundant opportunities to catch prized trout and salmon. 

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Best of all, there are guided ATV trail rides to the lakeshore, into the mountains to scenic lookouts, through the forests, and to open grasslands with wildflowers.

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

The surrounding trails are a hiker’s delight, offering an exploration of the nearby forests and mountains. During the winter, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing become the primary attractions.

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

At night, there’s a communal firepit by the lake, perfect for sharing adventure tales with other guests, making smore’s, and stargazing. 

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Throughout the year, Southern Lakes Resort is the ideal spot to get outside and look up in the skies. While the winter months often provide the best opportunity to see and experience both the stars and the northern lights, even in the late summer months, towards the end of the midnight sun period, the velvet black sky is speckled with twinkling stars. 

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Southern Lakes Resort offers Delicious Dining 

The resort’s on-site restaurant takes pride in serving delectable dishes infused with local flavors and ingredients. From freshly caught fish to organically grown vegetables sourced from nearby farms, every meal is a celebration of Yukon’s heritage. 

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

From breads to spreads, to baked pasta to their famous mouse, most of the items on the menu are made in-house. Guests can savor their meals while overlooking the lake or gathering around a fireplace inside the restaurant during colder months. The full-service bar is open late into the evening, perfect for grabbing a nightcap.

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Southern Lakes Resort Welcomes Same-Sex Weddings 

Say your vows and cherish your special day with a stunning backdrop of the Canadian wilderness. Southern Lakes Resort is the perfect spot for outdoor loving queer couples to say their “I Do’s”. From catering dinner and romantic cabins to a natural log arch on a lawn overlooking the lake, the team at Southern Lakes Resort can help make your wedding day extra special. 

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Getting to Southern Lakes Resort

In the Yukon, getting to your destination is part of the adventure! Southern Lakes Resort is beautiful 1 hour 45 minute drive south of Whitehorse. Along the way you’ll pass the picturesque Emerald Lake, Carcross Desert, the smallest desert in the world, and the village of Carcross where you’ll find historic buildings, the White Pass Railway stop, and an artisan village. 

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

For the thrill-seekers and memory makers, Whitehorse based Alpine Aviation offers chartered flights aboard a Cessna floatplane to fly you direct to and from Whitehorse to Southern Lakes Resort. It’s the ultimate adventure to see the expansive mountain terrain, vibrant colored lakes, and rugged topography of the Yukon region.

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Book Your Stay at Southern Lakes Resort 

Don’t miss the chance to embark on an unforgettable adventure at Southern Lakes Resort in Yukon. With its breathtaking landscapes, cozy cabins, and a plethora of outdoor activities, this enchanting wilderness retreat promises a truly remarkable experience. Whether you seek thrilling adventures, serene relaxation, or an opportunity to witness the captivating Northern Lights, our resort has it all. 

Visit the Southern Lakes Resort website and immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of Yukon’s Southern Lakes. 

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Plan Your Trip to Whitehorse, Yukon Today with Travel Yukon

The Yukon is home to epic landscapes, the tallest mountain in Canada, and nature’s most coveted light show, the aurora borealis. Moose, caribou, mountain sheep, black bears, grizzlies, and wood bison roam the sweeping expanses. Indigenous culture, a burgeoning culinary scene, thrilling outdoor adventures, historic sites, and welcoming communities abound in the Land of the Midnight Sun.

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Known as the “Wilderness City”, Whitehorse has the great outdoors at its doorstep. Beautiful, energetic, and entertaining—Whitehorse has all the makings of a big city. Exciting outdoor adventure, live theatre, a variety of dining options, deep roots, and riveting gold rush history.

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

Whitehorse is a captivating mix of coffee shops, museums, and quirky heritage buildings, blended with a capital city going about its business. Creativity runs deep—with public art, inspired cuisine, live performances, and inviting cultural explorations. Small shops offer everything from fine local artwork to fireweed jelly.

Southern Lakes Resort: An Enchanting Escape to Yukon's Wilderness

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Brian Webb

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Brian Webb is the founder and editor-in-chief of HomoCulture, a celebrated content creator, and winner of the prestigious Mr. Gay Canada – People’s Choice award. An avid traveler, Brian attends Pride events, festivals, street fairs, and LGBTQ friendly destinations through the HomoCulture Tour. He has developed a passion for discovering and sharing authentic lived experiences, educating about the LGBTQ community, and using both his photography and storytelling to produce inspiring content. Originally from the beautiful Okanagan Valley in the southern interior of British Columbia, Brian now lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. His personal interests include travel, photography, physical fitness, mixology, drag shows.

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