Choose from 24 National and Regional Parks.
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Glaciers, mountains, musk-ox, birds, polar bears,...they can all be found in our Territorial and National Parks. These remote, accessible parks receive around 2,000 visitors a year. That’s one reason they remain unspoiled and untamed.

Auyuittuq National Park
Just 40 minutes by boat from Pangnirtung, is Nunavut’s most visited park. The most striking feature is the 1200 m cliff face of Mt. Thor, but the most photographed site is the cairn marking your passage over the Arctic Circle.

Coppermine Heritage River
Spilling into Coronation Gulf on the western edge of Nunavut is the Coppermine River. It’s rough, rugged and wonderful. The Coppermine’s cold, clear, rushing whitewaters are a canoeing magnet, but for expert paddlers only.

Fossil Creek Trail
See and touch the remains of life that is 450 million years old. Rife with fossils, small waterfalls and overhanging cliffs, this scenic creek is close to Coral Harbour. Interpretive signage explains the geological history.

Inuujaarvik Territorial Park
Just minutes from Baker Lake, Inuujaarvik is the main take-off and landing point for trips into the Thelon Wildlife Sanctuary. This Arctic-boreal oasis is home to 300,000 caribou and 50,000 molting geese, grizzlies and musk-ox.

Iqalugaarjuup Nunanga Territorial Park
Vast. Dramatic. Moving. Rivers run with char in season. Not a tree grows here – yet the impact of this northern landscape can be a spiritual tsunami. Just minutes from Rankin Inlet, it’s a powerful park.

Katannilik Territorial Park
Hikers love the large numbers of wolves, foxes, falcons and owls found along the Soper River, which runs through the park. Try rafting the river starting at Mount Joy. Guides, boats and dogsleds are available from Kimmirut.

Kazan Heritage River
For most of its 850 km, the river takes paddlers and hikers past everything from lush tundra and gentle hills to swift-water narrows and imposing waterfalls. Wildlife includes huge herds of caribou, musk-ox and solitary grizzlies.

Kekerten Territorial Park
A day trip to remember – 1.5 hours by boat from Pangnirtung whisks you back to the whaling days of 1857. From May to mid-June the adventure is by snowmobile or cross-country skiing. Contact the Angmarlik Visitor Centre.

Kugluk/Bloody Falls Territorial Park
The landscape here is as wild and unspoiled as it was 5,000 years ago. Musk-ox and caribou clothing are still part of the lifestyle of the local Inuit. Learn the reason for the name and enjoy a place flowing with history.

Mallikjuaq Territorial Park
In summer, you can see amazing stands of wildflowers, nesting birds and archaeological sites – houses, fox traps and burial sites. You can walk to this island park at low tide, or set up a guided tour with a Cape Dorset outfitter.

Northwest Passage Trail
Take the self-guided walking tour and get a feel for the life of Arctic explorers searching for the Northwest Passage. See artifacts from the lost Franklin Expedition. For trip planning contact the Arctic Coast Visitors Centre.

Ovayok Territorial Park
Fishing, hiking and birding are all readily available here. Wildlife includes caribou, musk-ox, foxes, wolves, wolverines, polar bears and grizzlies. Contact the Arctic Coast Visitors Centre in Cambridge Bay (15 km east).

Pisuktinu Tunngavik Territorial Park
A great place to camp while visiting Pangnirtung, Auyuittuq National Park and Kekertn Park – a major cruise ship and educational destination. Contact the Angmarlik Visitor Centre for outfitters and trip arrangements.

Qaummaarviit Territorial Park
This island park features Thule houses and artifacts that give you an idea of ancient living conditions. It’s a great day trip by ski, dogsled, snowmobile or boat. Contact local outfitters via the Unikkaarvik Visitors Centre.

Quttinirpaaq National Park
Canada’s northernmost park is beyond amazing. See breath-taking mountains, fiords, glaciers, walrus, polar bear, musk-ox, Peary caribou – and the Ruggles River which does not freeze. Cruise/guides recommended.

Sirmilik National Park
Sirmilik means “the home of glaciers”. It’s also home to Bylot Island’s amazing bird populations, whales and polar bears. A nearby polynya – year-round open water – attracts seals, narwhal, and walrus. Visit via Pond Inlet.

Soper Heritage River
Half the 100 km length of the river is navigable. By foot or kayak – all of it is incredible. Waterfalls and gemstones (lapis lazuli) abound. Caribou, fox, wolf, hawks and a “forest” of willows thrive in the river valley.

Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park
Picnic, barbeque and catch char just 1 km walk or ride from the centre of Iqaluit. The Park Pavilion overlooking the falls is available for rent. Contact the Unikkaarvik Visitors Centre in Iqaluit for more information.

Tamaarvik Territorial Park
Campers and hikers can overnight at the campground 4 km south of Pond Inlet. This one has magnificent ocean and mountain views, char fishing and – wildflowers. Contact the Nattinnak Visitor Centre for more information.

Taqaiqsirvik Territorial Park
This park near Kimmirut is a great place to camp after hiking Katannilik Territorial Park or canoeing the Soper Heritage River. Caribou, peregrine, gyrfalcons, foxes, polar bear, walrus and belugas are common to the region.

Thelon Heritage River
The river route through prime Arctic habitat is amazing. Day trips, camping, hiking and walking tours are also popular. Arrange all through any number of local and regional (Baker Lake) guides and outfitters.

Thelon Wildlife Sanctuary
56,000 square kms of habitat for musk-ox and caribou, as well as large numbers of caribou crossing the river on their annual migration. Even with guides, visitors are encouraged to inform local RCMP of travel plans.

Tupirvik Territorial Park
Tupirvik Territorial Park near Resolute Bay provides visitors with great location to camp in the High Arctic. Local daytrips include whale watching, visiting archeological sites, hiking and fossil hunting.

Ukkusiksalik National Park
Surrounds Wagner Bay, where saltwater seas do not freeze and tides run backwards. Home to 500 archaeological sites. An area rich in caribou, musk-ox, wolf, arctic hare, peregrine, gyrfalcon, polar bear, beluga and bowhead.