White Pass Summit (White Pass & Yukon Route)
United States, Southeast Alaska, British Columbia and Yukon
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Photography Tips
2026 Summit Excursion runs 30 April to 7 October with several gaps; the Bennett Scenic Journey runs 26 May to 12 September. Snowmelt peaks late May to June, alpine colour in early September.
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Access & Drone Info
Access
moderate
Reached by train; the Klondike Highway also crosses the pass nearby.
Informational only, not legal or travel advice. Visa, permit, drone and access rules differ by nationality and site and change often, so confirm with the official authority (linked where shown) before you travel, shoot or fly.
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Informational only, not legal advice. Rules change quickly — always verify with the managing authority before flying. Airspace authorization and land-owner permission are separate: clearance to use the airspace never grants permission to take off, land, or operate from the ground below it. Data last refreshed Jun 11, 2026.
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Photo credits
- Cover photo:Wikimedia Commons / Skaggway Whitepass.jpg · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized; may be colour-adjusted
- Nearby: A B Mountain:Wikimedia Commons / The Theatre - panoramio.jpg · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized; may be colour-adjusted
- Nearby: Skagway (White Pass & Yukon Route):Wikimedia Commons / White Pass and Yukon Route train in Skagway, Aug 2016.jpg · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized; may be colour-adjusted
- Nearby: Bennett (White Pass & Yukon Route):Wikimedia Commons / Church at Bennett Lake (9438744227).jpg · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized; may be colour-adjusted
Quick Info
| Country | United States |
| Region | Southeast Alaska, British Columbia and Yukon |
| Difficulty | moderate Estimated |
| Drone | unknown |
| Parking | Unknown |