노스웨스트 준주 주변 최고의 가족 하이킹 & 워킹 코스

As is common in North America, particularly popular tourist attractions often have a so-called group campsite in addition to normal campsites, which can be used by larger groups. This is one of them. Twelve campsites are available. A beautiful hiking trail follows the course of the Hay River and connects this group campsite with the Louise Falls and the Alexandra Falls further up.

With a height of 32 meters, Alexandra Falls is the third highest waterfall in the Northwest Territories. Together with Louise Falls, they form the Twin Falls Gorge Territorial Park. Next to the Mackenzie Highway, there is a parking lot (with toilets) from which you can reach Alexandra Falls in just a few steps. Depending on the water level of the Hay River, you can walk on the rocks on the bank very close to the falling water, of course with enough caution.

The 15-meter-high Louise Falls are part of the Twin Falls in the Twin Falls Gorge Territorial Park of the same name, which is located on the Mackenzie Highway. They are easy to reach from both the highway and the campsite. This makes them one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Northwest Territories. A high spiral staircase allows you to descend to the banks of the Hay River and admire the waterfalls up close.

Cameron Falls is only a 20-minute walk from the Ingraham Trail parking lot. After a short hike through the wild backcountry, you can view the 17-meter-high waterfalls, which flow over several stages, from both sides of the river. A small bridge spans the Cameron River.

The Lady Evelyn Falls are certainly one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Northwest Territories. They are 17 meters high and flow harmoniously over the rocks, which are surrounded by forest. From the Mackenzie Highway, you can reach them after a five-minute turnoff towards Kakisa. From the parking lot at the campsite (23 pitches with electricity), it is also only a few hundred meters to the viewing platform. In summer, when there is less water flow, you can go down a staircase to the stone beach and swim or fish in the warm river. If you're lucky, pike and grayling will bite.

A well-marked path leads around Frame Lake in the heart of Yellowknife. Thanks to the elevated position on the rocks, you have a beautiful view over the lake and across to downtown with its striking buildings, especially the City Hall right on the shore.

The Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre is a public museum where you can learn about the culture and history of the indigenous and non-indigenous people of the Northwest Territories. It was opened in 1979 in the presence of Prince Charles and thus bears his name. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and admission is free.

The Somba K’e Civic Plaza is a park in the heart of Yellowknife. It is located right on Frame Lake and is the venue for many events throughout the year. You will find sculptures and monuments scattered throughout the park.