Carcross

Located near Carcross, the Carcross Desert is often called the world’s smallest desert, covering just 2.6 square kilometres. Formed from the sandy lakebed of a glacial lake, this unique landscape features rolling sand dunes surrounded by mountains and forests. A top attraction in the Yukon, it offers a rare combination of desert-like terrain, unique flora and fauna, and one of the most unusual natural experiences in Canada.