Aishihik Lake
Lake Remote northern lake known for fishing
Remote Yukon lake accessed by rough road or floatplane, offering trout fishing, canoeing and backcountry camping; visited by anglers and wilderness travellers seeking solitude.
How to Get to Aishihik Lake #
Aishihik Lake lies west of Haines Junction on the Alaska Highway corridor. Access is by well‑maintained gravel roads off the Haines Junction-Whitehorse route; some campgrounds and boat launches sit along the southern shore. Services are limited - refuel in Haines Junction or Whitehorse.
Tips for Visiting Aishihik Lake #
- Bring permits and local guidance if planning remote backcountry fishing - some areas are within First Nations lands and have specific rules.
- Fuel and services are limited; top up in Haines Junction or Whitehorse before heading out.
- For anglers, late June through August offers the best access and insect hatches; be prepared for mosquitoes.
Best Time to Visit Aishihik Lake #
Best visited in summer for boating and fishing; spring and autumn are quieter but weather and access can be unpredictable.
Weather & Climate near Aishihik Lake #
Aishihik Lake's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -26°C to 18°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -14°C and lows of -26°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -23°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -19°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -9°C. The driest month with just 7 mm.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 49 mm of rain.
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -16°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -23°C. Light rainfall.
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