The Gunnar Nilsson and Mickey Lammers Research Forest is a 248-hectare plot named after 2 Yukon forestry pioneers.
The land has been used for research, education and recreation since 1964. There are also:
- hiking trails;
- biking trails;
- geocaches; and
- a forestry themed playground.
Location
The research forest is on the North Klondike Highway, just 19 kilometres north of Whitehorse. It is 1 kilometre north of the Takhini River bridge.
Download a brochure about the research forest.
Trails you can use
We have over 20 kilometres of signed trails at the research forest. They are open to the public. Hikers, bikers and skiers make use of our trails, benches and viewing areas. You can take a quick stroll or a long hike. There are also a 6-kilometre bike trail and a bike-skills park suitable for all ages.
View the research forest interactive map
Download a map of the trails. You can pick up the map from the mailbox at the gate by the main entrance.
Geocaching
We have 11 educational geocaches along or near the trails. Register for a free geocaching account to find the coordinates of the caches.
Parking
There is a parking lot right at the turn off from the North Klondike Highway. From May to October, there is additional parking available at some trailheads. Check our map for details.
Pets
Pets are welcome. Please keep them on a leash and clean up after them. Poop bag dispensers and garbage bins are near the gate at the main entrance.
Using the research forest for education
Teachers and students are welcome to visit the research forest.
About the research at the forest
Throughout the forest, you will find signs detailing our research. Studies include:
- forest productivity;
- provenance trials;
- community ecosystem project;
- thinning trials;
- assisted migration adaptation trial;
- genetic trials; and
- agriculture trials.