Quttinirpaaq — Lake Hazen
Canada's northernmost land — barren Arctic tundra and thermal oases on Ellesmere Island.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Nunavut, Canada
- Country
- Canada
- Biome
- Polar desert tundra (0–2,600 m)
- Best season
- July – August
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
- Sea Kayaking
- Beachcombing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Winter Camping
Key takeaways
- Biome: Polar desert tundra (0–2,600 m)
- Best season: July – August
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
Canada's northernmost land — barren Arctic tundra and thermal oases on Ellesmere Island.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: July – August
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Polar desert tundra (0–2,600 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Canada
Biome
Polar desert tundra (0–2,600 m)
Difficulty
moderate
