I lived for a spell in Whitehorse, the capital of Yukon Territory in Canada’s true North. Think Klondike Gold Rush – that’s why Whitehorse exists today.
Despite civilization, you only need to throw a stone, walk in that direction, and lo and behold, you’re surrounded by pristine air, land, and water.
On an exploratory cranberry picking trip in late summer out to Annie Lake, I had my breath taken away. I had just come back from China, where any water you see is murky and stinks to high heaven with pollution, and went to a place in the world where polluted water doesn’t exist for the most part. Shock to my system.
The perfect reflection of the mountains in this water made the far-away peaks seem close enough to touch at the water’s edge (click for enlargement). I did a full post with photos earlier, which can be found here.
Ahhh, there is nothing quite like those Northern skies! I love the mirrored slopes and the way my eye is drawn to the trees. Awesome capture!
Cheers! The North can be a challenge during the winter, but it is so gorgeous. You just feel at peace there. Thanks for stopping by
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Awesomeness! I want to go!
If you get the chance, yes, please do go. I’ve travelled a lot of Canada, and there is a qualitative difference up there. Not just nature, but the people, the way of living and thinking.
I haven’t been up there since the late 70s, is this where the old army golf course is? I used to spend my spare time in Miles canyon, at Tikhini hotsprings, or walking the old tram line.
Yes, you are exactly right. I didn’t see the golf course, but it is in that area. Wonderful – you know the magic of the place. It has probably changed a little since you’ve been there, but I still found it to be a unique place to be.
Absolutely beautiful photo!
Thank you kindly
Beaitiful area, always wanted to go there! Great names for towns in that part of Canada, Whitehorse, Yellowknife, Old Crow, Tagish!
I couldn’t agree more. I hope you can make a trip of it one day. I’ve heard so many local stories about Old Crow, but as the 6 months I spent in the region occurred during the winter, I wasn’t in ‘travel mode’ and didn’t get out there.
This is absolutely breathtaking!
Very! I was rather speechless when I came through the trees and happened upon this vista, to be honest.
Very pretty place and great picture.
Thanks Connie
It was tranquility * 100.
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A sight to behold. Wish I could visit the place too someday.
It is definitely worth it!
I can understand why you had your breath taken away
This is amazing GV 
Thanks, Paula. I give all the credit to Nature
You played a small part too
Beautifully taken!
Cheers lady
This is spectacular!
It’s a wonderful place. So ‘untouched’.
Gorgeous.
Completely agree with you. It is a truly wonderful place. Thanks for coming by