Trail conditions
Between April 1 and November 15 overnight trips in the park are required to obtain Backcountry Permits and register prior to and deregister upon completion of overnight activities. Bear resistant food containers are mandatory for most overnight trips. From May 17 to September 22 you can register for overnight trips into the park at the visitor centre. Please arrive at the centre an hour before closing times to give staff time to process your permit.
Visitor Centre hours of operation
Backcountry safety
Natural hazards are a part of the Kluane experience. You can reduce the impact of an unfortunate circumstance by being prepared and well informed.
Bear safety
Kluane is home to both grizzly and black bears. Learning how to prevent bear encounters is the best way to enjoy your visit safely.
Useful links
Trails
Conditions and Comments are based upon the most up to date information available at time of posting. Be aware that conditions can change quickly.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Easy |
Soldier's Summit | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
 Moderate |
Sheep Creek | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Bullion Plateau | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Sections of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
 Difficult |
Ä’äy Chù (Slim's River) West: (km 0 - 5.8) | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Ä’äy Chù (Slim's River) West: (km 5.8 - 22.5) | Poor. | 16-08-2019: Campfire ban in effect; A few wet and muddy sections; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; Detours due to mud slide, follow the markers; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Ä’äy Chù (Slim's River) West: Observation Mtn Plateau/Summit Route | Unknown conditions. | 29-07-2019: Route unmarked; Route finding skills essential; Campfire ban in effect; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Alsek Valley: (km 0 - 6.1) | Poor. | 16-08-2019: Major rough sections; A few wet and muddy sections; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Alsek Valley: (km 6.1 -15.4) | Fair. | 16-08-2019: Major rough sections; A few wet and muddy sections; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Alsek Valley: (km 15.4 - 26) | Fair. | 16-08-2019: A few wet and muddy sections; Sections of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Spruce Beetle | Good. | 29-07-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Dezadeash River | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Auriol | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Kokanee | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
King's Throne: Trail | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
King's Throne: Summit Route | Unknown conditions. | 24-07-2019: Unmaintained route; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Rock Glacier | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Shorty Creek | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Mush Lake Road: (km 0 - 7.5) | Fair. | 16-08-2019: Minor rough sections; A few wet and muddy sections; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Mush Lake Road: (km 7.5 - 16.5) | Poor. | 16-08-2019: Major rough sections; Multiple wet and muddy sections; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Mush Lake Road: (km 16.5 - 22.4) | Poor. | 16-08-2019: Major rough sections; Multiple wet and muddy sections; Free of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Cottonwood: (km 16.5 - 33) | Good. | 16-08-2019: A few wet and muddy sections; Sections of brush; Free of downed trees; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Cottonwood: (km 33 -49) | Unknown conditions. | 16-08-2019: Unmaintained trail; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Cottonwood: (km 49 - 67) | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; A few downed trees.; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Cottonwood: (km 67 - 85) | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; A few downed trees.; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
St. Elias Lake | Good. | 16-08-2019: Mainly dry; Free of brush; A few downed trees.; | Trail details |
Routes
A ROUTE IS NOT A TRAIL! Routes are not marked with signs or maintained in any manner. The routes described here are only suggestions that may help guide you on your trip. Self-reliance and wilderness travel experience are essential, including excellent route finding skills, map and compass skills. It is the responsibility of individual hikers who choose to follow such routes to adequately prepare and be prepared to rely on themselves.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Route |
Dän Zhùr (Donjek) Route | Unknown conditions. | 29-07-2019: Unmaintained route; Route finding skills essential; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Thechàl Dhâl (Sheep Mountain) Ridge Route | Unknown conditions. | 29-07-2019: Unmaintained route; Route finding skills essential; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Ä’äy Chù (Slim’s River) East | Unknown conditions. | 29-07-2019: Unmaintained route; Route finding skills essential; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Mount Decoeli Route | Unknown conditions. | 29-07-2019: Unmaintained route; Route finding skills essential; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Kimberley Meadows Route | Unknown conditions. | 29-07-2019: Unmaintained route; Route finding skills essential; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Quill Creek Route | Unknown conditions. | 29-07-2019: Unmaintained route; Route finding skills essential; | Trail details |