CARCROSS SNOWMOBILE FIELD GUIDE
Two Days on the Frozen Southern-Lakes: An Overnight Snowmobile Escape from Carcross
A guided overnight tour from Carcross that teaches you to drive your own snowmobile through the Southern‑Lakes winter landscape, available in single or double occupancy for small groups.
Two Days on the Frozen Southern-Lakes: An Overnight Snowmobile Escape from Carcross.
Set against the wide, wind-sculpted expanses of the Southern‑Lakes area, this overnight snowmobile tour out of Carcross is a compact, two‑day experience that blends instruction, throttle time and a single night spent off the trail — all designed for travelers who want to drive their own machine and sleep where the stars sit low over snow.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Stark, Frozen Vistas of the Southern‑Lakes Area
The tour threads through the region’s wide winter flats and wooded corridors, offering striking views of the frozen Southern‑Lakes landscape — the visual center of the overnight trip.
Learn to Drive and Ride Your Own Snowmobile
Part of the itinerary is dedicated to teaching participants how to operate their own snowmobile so they can take the controls during the tour.
A Compact Overnight Adventure
This is a two‑day, one‑night outing that pairs daytime riding with an overnight stay in single or double occupancy, giving riders a full short‑format winter escape.
What the day feels like
What the Two‑Day Tour Feels Like
Over roughly 48 hours you’ll meet the operator in Carcross or be picked up, receive instruction on snowmobile operation, and then set out to explore the frozen Southern‑Lakes terrain before settling in for one night in single or double accommodation — a compact cycle of learning, riding and an overnight stay.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Thermal underwear; long‑sleeve shirt and pants; fleece pants and sweater; neck warmer or balaclava; fleece or fur hat; sunglasses; camera (note: use lithium batteries).
Dress in warm layers including thermal base layers and fleece mid‑layers; protect face and eyes with a balaclava and sunglasses; bring camera gear with lithium batteries as needed.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour runs two days with one night included.
Where do we meet the operator?
You can be picked up by the operator or meet at 3036 South Klondike Highway, Carcross, Yukon.
Can I drive my own snowmobile?
Yes — the tour includes instruction so participants learn to drive their own snowmobile during the trip.
Is there an age minimum?
Participants must be at least 16 years old.
How many people can join the tour?
The outing is arranged for small groups and accommodates up to four people.
What should I pack for the cold?
Bring thermal underwear, fleece layers, a neck warmer or balaclava, a warm hat, sunglasses and a camera with lithium batteries.