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Kusawa Lake Campground

kusawa lake

Yukon Parks
Yukon · reservable

what to expect

Kusawa Lake Campground presents stunning mountain views, and with binoculars you may see Dall Sheep on the surrounding mountains. Kusawa Lake is popular for boating, fishing and hiking. The campground is located in a pine and spruce forest along the edge of Kusawa Lake. The campground consists of 3 separate loops, all of which have shoreline access. There is a playground, boat launch, docks and separate boat trailer parking available. The lower Takhini River begins at Kusawa Lake, and many kayakers and canoeists launch their river journey at the campground. The Tlingit name Kùsawu.â* means “narrow lake” while the lake’s Southern Tutchone name Nekhų Män, “rafting across lake,” refers to its narrowest point where people could easily cross. Takhini River Campground is only 6 kms to the nor…

the basics

drive from vancouver
20h · 1501 km
drive from edmonton
20.9h · 1566 km
drive from calgary
23h · 1726 km

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what to know

updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

no fire ban active
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what to bring

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common questions about kusawa lake

how far is kusawa lake from vancouver?
Kusawa Lake Campground is 1501 km from Vancouver — approximately a 20-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at kusawa lake?
Yes. Kusawa Lake Campground is operated by Yukon Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.

nearby places

within ~100 km of kusawa lake.

data last refreshed 2026-05-14 from yukon parks + open sources

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