New to the territory? Come to Swan Haven to experience an amazing spring phenomenon: the mass migration hundreds – and sometimes thousands – of birds!
Join us for a guided walk along the shoreline trail to learn why so many birds gather in this spectacular place or explore on your own. Bring your lunch or grab a snack next door at the McClintock Bay Resort.
On this day only, the Yukon Energy Swan Bus offers a free return shuttle to Swan Haven. See details below. (The shuttle is free but advanced registration is required.) There are also two guided walks.
Time: The interpretive centre is open from 12 to 7 pm.
Guided walks
Join Wildlife Viewing staff for an interpretive walk along the shore to get a closer view of the swans. Along the way, learn why Swan Haven is a five-star resting stop for migrating Trumpeter Swans and Tundra Swans.
This walk includes a long flight of stairs and approximately 1 kilometre of walking along flat but uneven snow and/or ice. Wear appropriate footwear and warm clothing.
Cost: free Time: 1:15 and 2:45
Location: Meet on the viewing deck outside the Swan Haven Interpretive Centre.
Yukon Energy Swan Bus
This free shuttle offers return transportation from downtown Whitehorse to Swan Haven. Enjoy an afternoon at Marsh Lake during the spring swan migration and take in the day’s events.
Time: 12:30 pm departs Whitehorse; 4 pm departs Swan Haven
Due to limited space, registration is required. Registration opens one week before at noon.
Location: The bus will depart from the SS Klondike in downtown Whitehorse.
Cost: free, thanks to support from Yukon Energy.
Register for this event (opens at noon one week before).