7 places to see the aurora borealis in Canada

Located directly under the “auroral ring” – a ring-shaped area of extremely intense aurora activity – Canada is one of the most reliable places to witness this impressive natural phenomenon. Here are the best places to see the aurora borealis in Canada.

Yellowknife, Northwest Territories

Located directly beneath the aurora borealis, Yellowknife has long been known as the “Aurora Capital of North America.” This remote city enjoys clear skies about 240 nights a year, and has a 90% chance of seeing the aurora if you stay three nights in a row in the winter.

Come between mid-January and early April, when temperatures are more pleasant, but darkness is still thick enough to see the aurora borealis.

Churchill, Manitoba

Churchill is famous for its polar bear population, and is a great place to see the Northern Lights, with over 300 aurora nights each year. Its proximity to Hudson Bay also means you can see the Northern Lights reflected on the water in the fall.

February and March are usually ideal when temperatures are moderate and skies are clear, although September and October offer unique combination tours for aurora viewing and bear watching.

Whitehorse, Yukon

If you want a comfortable place to stay with all the amenities, and a great chance to see the Northern Lights, choose the Yukon capital. The majestic mountain scenery also makes for a stunning backdrop for photography.

February and March bring optimal aurora viewing conditions, along with the Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous festival, which includes activities like log tossing and dog sled racing.

Jasper National Park, Alberta

Some of Canada's top national parks offer an awe-inspiring light show when conditions are right. Among them is Jasper, the world's second largest dark sky reserve, just a few hours' drive from Edmonton.

Come during the Jasper Dark Sky Festival (late October to November) for special astronomy shows and photography classes.

Muncho Lake, British Columbia

This little-known gem along the Alaska Highway offers spectacular aurora viewing spots among the northern Rocky Mountains, and is less crowded than other spots.

Combine your trip with a road trip on the Alaska Highway from September to April of the following year. Don't forget to bring winter driving gear, such as tire chains and a shovel.

Torngat Mountains National Park, Newfoundland and Labrador

This is a place in the easternmost part of Canada where you can see the aurora borealis, it is located in a vast area (9,700km2) of pristine nature, with the cultural heritage of the Inuit, an indigenous people of Canada.

This site requires advance planning and is only accessible by charter plane or boat. Packages must be booked in advance through the Torngat Mountains base and research station.

Lake Superior Provincial Park, Ontario

This is a great place to see the aurora borealis, although southern Canada doesn’t usually see them. However, the dark sky reserve between Sault Ste Marie and Wawa offers the best chance of seeing the aurora borealis in Ontario.

It is advisable to download an aurora forecast app and be prepared to travel to aurora viewing spots when there is strong aurora activity.

(According to Women's Newspaper)

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