The S.S. Klondike, built in the late 1930's, was the largest stern-wheeler on the Yukon River at that time. The Klondike carried supplies, food and liquor, mail, passengers, and silver ore along a 460 mile route between Whitehorse and Dawson City, Yukon. Her cargo capacity was up to 300 tons, and sometimes a loaded barge was pushed ahead. Manuevering the fast moving Yukon River took skill, especially in spring when snow melt filled the river. The Klondike was retired in 1955. Today she rests on the west bank of the Yukon River in Whitehorse. There is an interpretive center, film, and free self-guided tours at this National Historic Site.
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