Cumberland Peninsula — Auyuittuq NP
A 5-day fly-in trek into the granite fjords of Cumberland Peninsula.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Nunavut, Canada
- Country
- Polar Regions
- Biome
- Arctic granite fjord (0–1,500 m)
- Best season
- July – August
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Sea Kayaking
- Beachcombing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Winter Camping
Key takeaways
- Biome: Arctic granite fjord (0–1,500 m)
- Best season: July – August
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
A 5-day fly-in trek into the granite fjords of Cumberland Peninsula.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: July – August
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Arctic granite fjord (0–1,500 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Cumberland Peninsula — Auyuittuq NP trip tools
Popular pursuits at Cumberland Peninsula — Auyuittuq NP
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Climbing
Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.
- Sea Kayaking
Coastal crossings, tides, and protected camps.
- Beachcombing
Tide-line walking between camps.
- Wildlife Viewing
Best light, best season, and where animals move.
