Mayo
The Village of Mayo is situated within the traditional territory of the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun.
It may be considered a small town, but Mayo is the largest community on the Silver Trail and offers plenty of reasons to stop. Sitting near the confluence of the Mayo and Stewart Rivers in the middle of beautiful wilderness, Mayo is a hub for fly-in fishing, rafting excursions and other exciting outdoor adventures. Highway travellers find plenty of interesting ways to spend their time in town as well.
How do I get to Mayo?
Mayo is located at the confluence of the Mayo and Stewart rivers in the heart of the Yukon, approximately 400 km north of Whitehorse.
Fun Facts about Mayo
- The Northern Tutchone word for Stewart River is Na Cho Nyäk, meaning Big River.
- The Na-Cho Nayäk Dun translates into Big River People. Mayo was established in the early 1900s as a river settlement.
- Prince Charles opened Mayo’s Prince of Wales Trail in 2001.
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