Aishihik Lake Campground

Campground opening subject to weather conditions

Some campgrounds and recreation sites will open later in May due to high snowpacks across the territory. The listed opening dates are subject to change.

Road accessible campground
Region
Kluane
Total sites
16
Pull through
5
Serviced
to
Gate Open
Gate open year-round
Warning

Check for road conditions and exercise caution on the narrow gravel road. Beware of strong winds and waves on the lake.

Site description
  • Aishihik comes from the Southern Tutchone word Äshèyi, which means “at the head of the lake, base of the mountains, where the ranges meet.”
  • Another name for the lake is Män Shäw, meaning “big lake.”
  • The Aishihik bison herd was re-introduced to this area in the 1980s.
  • Popular for fishing.
  • The gate will remain open after service to this campground has ended. Register your stay. You will not need to pay. Bring your own wood and toilet paper and pack out your garbage.
  • There are no reservable campsites at this campground. 
Campground peak times:
May June July August September
Aishihik Lake, rocky beach at the government campground

Location

Highway
Alaska Highway
Highway kilometre
1546.0
Secondary road
Aishihik Lake Road
Secondary road kilometre
42.0
GPS coordinates
61.197°N 136.995°W
Map download
Site directions
Travelling westbound turn right off the highway at Otter Falls Cutoff and follow the gravel road for 42 kilometres.

Services available

Outhouse unisex
Bear-proof garbage bins
Picnic tables
Cook shelter
Fire ring
Boat launch
At least 1 wheelchair accessible outhouse
At least 1 wheelchair accessible campsite
Related tasks
Get a camping permit
Rules and safety
A guide to camping in Yukon
Map of campgrounds and recreation sites
Travel safely in the Yukon wilderness
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Date modified: 2026-04-24