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Dawson City

What is dawson city?

· James MacDonald

Key facts

Name Dawson City[1]
Type town[1]
Location Yukon, Canada[1]
Incorporation year 1904[3]
Population (2021 census) 1,577[1]

Dawson City is a town in Yukon, Canada, best known for its connection to the Klondike Gold Rush.

Context

Dawson City, also called Dawson, is a town in Yukon, Canada, incorporated in 1904 [3]. It sits on the east bank of the Yukon River at the mouth of the Klondike River [3]. The town is closely tied to the Klondike Gold Rush of 1896–1899 [1]. In the 2021 census, its population was 1,577 [1]. Dawson City served as the capital of Yukon from 1898 to 1953 [2].

Documented claims

  • Dawson City is linked to the Klondike Gold Rush (1896–1899). [1]
  • It is located on the east bank of the Yukon River at the mouth of the Klondike River. [3]
  • Dawson City was the capital of Yukon from 1898 to 1953. [2]

Questions and answers

How many people live in Dawson City today?

According to the 2021 census, the population of Dawson City is 1,577 [1].

Is Dawson City a good place to live?

Dawson City is a small town with a rich history, but whether it is a good place to live depends on personal preferences; it is the second-largest municipality in Yukon [1].

How far is Dawson City from the US border?

The sources do not specify the distance from Dawson City to the US border.

Sources

  1. Dawson — thecanadianencyclopedia.ca (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Discover Dawson — dawsoncity.ca (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. About Dawson City — dawsonclinic.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in Places