Wind River (Yukon)

The Wind River is a river in the Yukon Territory, part of the Peel River watershed. The river is made up of long sets of Class I and Class II rapids, with virtually no flat water. The river is very wide and braided at parts, and can get very shallow. It lies to the west of the Bonnet Plume and Snake Rivers.

The river is only accessible by air, or by trekking overland, or along a winter road. The river is paddled several times a year by various groups.

The Wind River trip is a spectacular wilderness experience which begins with its water. Cold, clear and pure with an aquamarine blush, the river's fast flowing water highlights a multi-coloured collage of gravelled river bed that constantly catches your eye.

For paddling, the river is not too technical, but it does have long stretches of Class II rapids and areas where lining is required. Some paddling experience is a definite asset; several companies offer guided trips down the Wind River.