Thelon River Canoe Traverse
A 500-km wildlife-rich canoe route through the Thelon Wildlife Sanctuary.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Northwest Territories / Nunavut, Canada
- Country
- Canada
- Biome
- Barren-lands tundra (100–400 m)
- Best season
- July – August
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
- Hunting
- Wildlife Viewing
- Winter Camping
- Fishing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Barren-lands tundra (100–400 m)
- Best season: July – August
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
A 500-km wildlife-rich canoe route through the Thelon Wildlife Sanctuary.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: July – August
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Barren-lands tundra (100–400 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Thelon River Canoe Traverse trip tools
Popular pursuits at Thelon River Canoe Traverse
- 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.
- Canoeing
Paddle routes, portages, and put-ins.
- Kayaking
Sheltered and open-water paddling lines.
- Hunting
Seasons, tags, and the units that hold animals.
- Wildlife Viewing
Best light, best season, and where animals move.
