RubiKon: Yukon Quest '09

Whitehorse to Haines Junction

We left Whitehorse to head over to Haines. After spending a very late night at our buddy's place, Shawn, we headed out to Haines Junction.

We didn't go far when we saw a herd of nice deer.

Near Haines Junction we stooped to check out the historic Canyon Creek Bridge. A gent on a Harley came by asking for fuel. He was out and needed a half gallon to get to Haines Jct. We directed him to a nearby residence where he got gas and went on his way.

There was a cemetery just above the bridge. Classic western views.

The views toward Haines Jct were getting better and better. After a stop for gas and ice cream we headed up Kings Throne, intending to summit the peak. A deed we missed out on our last visit this way. Unfortunately, the wind was horrendous and the sand was blowing pretty hard so we settled for a long rest in the cirque

Yukon Johann enjoying the sights.

Classic views. Panoramic view from the throne.

View from the lake.

Did we mention the weather was fantastic.