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Planning your next fishing trip in Whitehorse, Canada ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
  • Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Whitehorse, Yukon offers classic northern fishing with easy access to lakes and rivers holding lake trout, Arctic grayling, northern pike and more. Anglers base out of Whitehorse to fish the Yukon River, Lake Laberge and an endless chain of nearby waters that produce trophy fish throughout the open-water and ice-fishing seasons. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near Whitehorse include: Yukon River, Schwatka Lake, Lake Laberge, Marsh Lake, Fish Lake, Kusawa Lake, Takhini River, Chadburn Lake, Ear Lake, etc. see full list

Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 18:53 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
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  • Waning Gibbous - 75% illuminated Waning Gibbous
Next New Moon in ~9 days on 14th June
  • Distance to earth:
    395,657 km
    Proximity:
    23.6 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Whitehorse
Full Moon
Sun, 31 May
New Moon
Sun, 14 Jun
Full Moon
Mon, 29 Jun

Solunar Bite Times

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All times are displayed in the America/Whitehorse timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -7 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). The center shows the current moon phase which is a Waning Gibbous at 75% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -2 hour and -40 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/Whitehorse • Fri, 5 Jun 15:29 • 60.716, -135.054
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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
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*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Whitehorse

Fishing around Whitehorse, Yukon revolves around cold, clean water and short but intense seasons. The town sits on the Yukon River and close to Lake Laberge, giving anglers quick access to lake trout, Arctic grayling, northern pike and other classic northern species. The key to consistent success is timing: ice-out, midsummer and early fall each fish very differently in the Whitehorse area.

In early spring after ice-out, focus on shallower structure on Lake Laberge and nearby lakes for actively feeding lake trout. These fish cruise shorelines, points and the first major drop-offs. Trolling spoons and minnow plugs flat-lined behind the boat is very effective before the thermocline sets up. Long passes over 15–40 feet of water, especially adjacent to rocky points, produce big fish. As water warms into summer, lake trout push deeper; switch to downriggers, wire line or heavy jigging setups and concentrate on main-lake humps, underwater saddles and sharp breaks in 60–120 feet.

Arctic grayling are a signature river species around Whitehorse. They thrive in clear, fast-moving sections of the Yukon River and its tributaries. Look for grayling wherever you find necked-down current, boulder gardens, or the heads and tails of pools. Ultra-light spinning gear with small spinners, spoons and jigs will cover water quickly. Fly anglers do well with bead-head nymphs under an indicator, small streamers and, in summer, dry flies like caddis and attractors. In bright conditions, scale down leaders and focus on seams and bubble lines; on cloudy days or in the evening, grayling often slide shallower and rise more aggressively.

Northern pike inhabit weedy bays, backwaters and slow margins of lakes and sloughs connected to the Yukon River. In late spring and early summer, target shallow warming bays with any visible cabbage, reeds or sunken timber. Large spoons, spinnerbaits and soft plastics burned over the weeds draw aggressive strikes. As summer progresses, shift to deeper weed edges, river mouths and the mouths of creeks that bring in cooler water. Pike often hold just outside the thickest vegetation; fan-cast edges and pockets before moving on.

Less-targeted but abundant species around Whitehorse include burbot, inconnu (also called sheefish), whitefish, stocked rainbow trout and kokanee. Burbot and lake trout are primary quarry during the long ice-fishing season. Focus on points, drop-offs and mid-lake humps, using set-lines or jigging heavy tubes, spoons and bait rigs close to bottom. Active fish often roam slightly above bottom, so vary your jigging depth until you connect.

Success near Whitehorse comes from reading structure and water temperature. On lakes, always work transitions: rock-to-sand edges, weedlines, drop-offs and any irregular contour on your chart. On rivers, treat every seam, current break and depth change as a potential holding spot. Travel prepared for sudden weather shifts, and plan extra time for rough roads and remote launches, which are part of the authentic Yukon fishing experience.

The Best Fishing Spots around Whitehorse

Yukon River

Flowing right through Whitehorse, the Yukon River offers accessible shore casting and boat drifting for Arctic grayling, northern pike, lake whitefish, and winter burbot; popular stretches include the downtown waterfront and below the dam outflow near Schwatka Lake where current seams, eddies, and drop-offs concentrate fish from spring ice-out into late fall.

Schwatka Lake

Created by the Whitehorse dam, Schwatka Lake is a convenient urban fishery with trolling and kayak access for lake trout, pockets of northern pike, and shoreline opportunities for Arctic grayling and whitefish near the Yukon River inlet and outlet; it’s a favorite launch for small boats with quick runs to structure along the western shoreline toward Miles Canyon.

Lake Laberge

North of Whitehorse, expansive Lake Laberge is renowned for big-water trolling and jigging for trophy lake trout, plus strong northern pike, lake whitefish, and winter burbot; anglers work drop-offs and points along the eastern shore and the south end where the Yukon River enters, taking advantage of baitfish-rich structure.

Marsh Lake

Part of the Yukon River system southeast of town, Marsh Lake provides productive trolling and casting for lake trout and northern pike, with shoreline action for Arctic grayling and whitefish around inlets and flats; the mouths of the M'Clintock River and Tagish Lake outlet areas are classic spring and fall gathering spots.

Fish Lake

A short drive west of Whitehorse, scenic Fish Lake offers canoe, float-tube, and small-boat access to lake trout and Arctic grayling, with shoreline casting from points and creek mouths; early season shallow flats and late-summer drop-offs are reliable, and ice anglers target burbot and cruising lakers midwinter.

Kusawa Lake

Large and deep, Kusawa Lake is a classic big-water destination west of Whitehorse for trolling and jigging lake trout and lake whitefish, with Arctic grayling in tributary mouths and narrows; anglers focus on windblown points and steep breaks, often launching for longer runs toward the western arms.

Takhini River

The Takhini River offers approachable wade fishing and drift runs for Arctic grayling, with pockets of northern pike in slow meanders and whitefish in deeper pools; the lower river near its confluence with Lake Laberge is popular from late spring through early fall when flows stabilize and insect hatches are consistent.

Chadburn Lake

Set in the Chadburn Lake Park area east of town, Chadburn Lake is a quiet paddling lake with clear water and structure that holds lake trout and whitefish; shore anglers work accessible points and shoals, while small craft troll along drop-offs and the mid-lake trench during the cooler months.

Ear Lake

Close to town along the Yukon River corridor, Ear Lake is a small, family-friendly venue commonly stocked with rainbow trout; anglers fan-cast spinners and small flies from the beach and trailside openings, with the most consistent action in the evening and on overcast days.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Whitehorse area

Beaches and Bays are ideal places for land-based fishing. If the beach is shallow and the water is clear then twilight times are usually the best times, especially when they coincide with a major or minor fishing time. Often the points on either side of a beach are the best spots. Or if the beach is large then look for irregularities in the breaking waves, indicating sandbanks and holes. We found 1 beaches and bays in this area.

Jackfish Bay - 34.62732093961km

Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 1 main harbours in this area.

Porter Creek - 9.16143406824km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Whitehorse. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

Ice Lake - 2.72784858027km , Schwatka Lake - 3.79745885545km , Ear Lake - 3.93904812032km , McIntyre Creek - 5.9048185578km , Croucher Creek - 7.26535687147km , Crater Lake - 8.33931124202km , Porter Creek - 9.16143406824km , Chadburn Lake - 9.23143505441km , Wolf Creek - 13.06544529523km , Cowley Creek - 13.14995298726km , Cantlie Lake - 13.60756057311km , Franklin Lake - 13.83675230119km , Takhini River - 15.97668488941km , Fish Lake - 16.19997212257km , Bonneville Lakes - 18.54810910251km , Murray Lake - 20.16638090299km , Kookatsoon Lake - 20.25612125154km , Swamp Lake - 21.06270626338km , Shadow Lake - 21.4371086507km , Scout Lake - 21.59023996692km , Cub Lake - 22.48904367497km , Jackson Creek - 23.37062434144km , Cowley Lakes - 24.44160825325km , Coal Lake - 24.94743515601km , Dugdale Creek - 25.06279472458km , Laberge Creek - 29.10192540287km , Joe Creek - 29.86917661912km , McConnell Lake - 30.73042522698km , Michie Creek - 32.30067172305km , Cap Creek - 32.53340497777km , Ibex Lake - 32.77322207402km , Bear Creek - 33.13968308655km , Jackfish Bay - 34.62732093961km , Friday Creek - 34.62884491616km , M'Clintock River - 35.68571335106km , M'Clintock Lakes - 36.77021191836km , Two Horse Creek - 37.15395375862km , Arkell Creek - 37.58543614449km , Thompson Creek - 38.49063542131km , Thomas Lake - 38.49845876268km

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