Imagine, you and your family are sitting on our deck enjoying a pleasant meal anticipating the slice of prizewinning rhubarb pie you have ordered for dessert. A beautiful panorama featuring Teslin Lake and the Dawson Peaks unfolds in front of you. The haunting cry of the Common Loon echoes in the distance.

Yes, you have arrived at Dawson Peaks Resort located 10 kilometers (7 miles) southeast of Teslin, Yukon. Our property, conveniently located along the Alaska Highway, borders the shores of Morley Bay on Teslin Lake.

Whether you decide to stay for a day or a week, or just stop in for a cup of coffee, Carolyn and I guarantee that you will experience what Robert Service called, “The spell of the Yukon”

AND SPEAKING OF SERVICE, DAWSON PEAKS PROUDLY OFFERS THE FOLLOWING:

• R.V. Park:
28 sites - 20/30 Amp Service - Water - Showers - Dump Station - Pull throughs - Firepits - Free Firewood - Picnic Tables

• Tent Camping:
Treed sites - Showers - Water - Firepits - Free firewood - Picnic Tables

• Lakefront Cabins:
Full Bath - Queen size bed - pull out couch - television - roomy - deck to lake - free use of canoe when available

• Motel:
New at Dawson Peaks for 2002 - reasonably priced - full bath - queen size beds - superb views of lake and Dawson Peaks from decks - close to restaurant

• Tent Cabins:
Electricity - Heaters- Decks - Showers included - Discount for own sleeping bag

• Dormitory Cabin:
6 beds - log and frame cabin - reasonably priced - outdoor bathroom and water - includes shower in lodge

• Marriage Commissioner:
Dave Hett is a licensed marriage commissioner

• Restaurant:
Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Dining Room - Deck dining with lake and mountain view - Captain Dave’s Catch of the Day - New York steak - Prize winning rhubarb pie - daily lunch and dinner specials - beer, wine, cider and coolers available with meals - excellent made from scratch shakes and floats

• Gift Shop:
Locally made crafts - Hand knit Ecuadorian Sweaters - Quality Sweats and Tees - Embroidered clothing - Glassware - Northern Book Store - Northern Videos - Playing Cards - and much more. Located in our “days of 98″ tent.

• Chartered Fishing:
18-foot deep hull Lund boat - 50 HP Pro Yamaha motor - Rods, reels and tackle if needed fish for trout, pike and inconnu. transboundary fishing on Teslin Lake - B.C. or Yukon license is good for the whole lake - licenses and tackle sold on premises - advice free

• Boat/Canoe Rentals:
14-foot Starcraft aluminum - Electric motor or oars - Personal flotation devices
16 and 17 foot Coleman, Misty River and Scott canoes - Paddles - Personal flotation devices - Fishing gear rented for use with above

• River Trip Expediting:
Supplied: Canoe - Paddles - Life jackets - Transportation to drop off - Two hours practice in bay We expedite trips for Nisutlin River, a beautiful four day and three night float through pristine wilderness. This trip is suitable for people with little canoeing experience. The drive to the drop off follows the historic Canol Road. Pick up is in Teslin. For an additional cost, we can arrange to meet you in Whitehorse.

• Tours:
Land Tour - Guided with commentary - includes all of Teslin and a superb viewpoint with excellent photographic opportunities. Approximately two hours in length. Customized tours available on request. Maximum six people per tour.

Lake Tour - Varying in length, these tours expose the natural wonder of either all or portions of 90 mile long Teslin lake. Shore lunch available by request. Visit abandoned Indian village of Johnsontown at the south end of the lake. Maximum four people per tour.

River Tour - Morley River is one of the major feeders of Teslin Lake. Lasting approximately two hours in length, this tour will give those of you who don’t have time to do the Nisutlin River what a northern river is all about. See eagles in their natural habitat. Gentle and relaxing, this tour generally takes place after supper. Maximum four people per tour.