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Faro
Faro is situated on the Traditional Territory of the Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation.
Originally established to service a lead-zinc mine, the town of Faro is now a much smaller population and is developing as a tourism, arts and retirement community.
Driving the rugged and isolated Robert Campbell Highway, the last thing anyone would expect to find at the end is something as picture-perfect as Faro. Rolling into the Tintina Valley town feels like arriving on a film set. It’s a beautiful little community with meticulously manicured lawns, landscaping, flowers and beautiful new buildings sandwiched between historic homes. In a territory known for offering extraordinary experiences, this one is extra surreal
There are also plenty of nearby hiking trails, fishing spots and even a 9-hole golf course that winds through town.
How do I get to Faro?
The distance from Whitehorse to Faro is 358 kilometers by road. Road takes approximately 5 hours and 24 minutes and goes through Porter Creek and Carmacks.
Fun Facts about Faro
Faro is also a great location for wildlife viewing, including Fannin Sheep in the fall and Sandhill Cranes in the spring. Timing is everything for seeing the sheep or cranes, but the area has numerous other species to see.
