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Sunrise

Yellowknife Sunrise Start

Beat the cold and catch the first light at Enodah Wilderness Travel.

Best time: 15 JulAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 03:32

    Enodah Wilderness Travel - Trout Rock Lodge

    Arrive at the lodge to settle in and prepare for the view. The morning air is crisp, so bundle up before heading out to the viewing area.

  2. 04:17

    Enodah Wilderness Travel - Trout Rock Lodge

    Watch the sun break over the horizon. On July 15, the golden light begins shortly after sunrise, painting the sky and the waters of Great Slave Lake in warm hues.

  3. 05:02

    Enodah Wilderness Travel - Trout Rock Lodge

    Head back inside for a well-earned breakfast or coffee. The lodge offers a cozy spot to warm up and reflect on the morning light once the initial rush of visitors has passed.

Local tip

July sunrises happen very early. Check your transport routes in advance to ensure you arrive at the lodge before the sun rises.

Check before you go

  • Confirm the lodge's opening hours for breakfast services on the day of your visit.
  • Check local weather conditions and road status for access to the lodge.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Yellowknife (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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