It had been fifteen years since we had driven up the Dempster Highway. In 1996 when we visited Inuvik for the longest day of the year (the sun did not set), we did not stop or stay in the Tombstone area. This year, I wanted to stay at the campground so we headed up the Dempster Highway with truck & fifth wheel.
Sign marking the entrance to Tombstone Park northbound on the
Dempster Highway
The highway was in good driving condition for a gravel road. At Tombstone Mountain there is a viewpoint by the highway, looking west.
Tombstone Mountain in the distance
This viewpoint provides great views of the valley. From the campground it is also possible to hike along the river, which we did the next day.
Tombstone Mountain in the distance, at the end of the valley
Steve wanted to try some fishing so after unhooking the fifth wheel in a nice site at the campground, we continued on our way northward. We stopped by this river...
River with foxtails in the foreground
There was plenty for me to do while Steve continued fishing.
River and Dempster Highway, looking north
To the east, this mountain caught my eye
Steve wasn't having much luck fishing. That didn't bother me though...the landscape was stunning!
Steve walks back with no fish
Driving back to the campground the landscape continued to impress!
Southbound on the Dempster just north of the Tombstone Park
campground
Another quiet night by the campfire at the campground. Weather reports were indicating rain overnight and in the morning.