Old Crow Yukon Map

About Old Crow, Yukon

Old Crow is a settlement in Yukon, Canada. It is classified as a major city. Old Crow is located at 67.5686°N, 139.8353°W.

Old Crow rests in a vast, silent expanse, cradled by the serpentine embrace of the Porcupine River, a waterway that dictates the very pulse of life here. It lies 211.2 km west of Fort McPherson, YT (from Fort McPherson, YT: bearing 276°T), and is situated 52.3 km east-north-east of Rampart House. The land around Old Crow is a testament to the immense, untamed beauty of the Yukon, a place where the boreal forest stretches to horizons that seem to melt into the sky. Low, rolling hills, cloaked in spruce and willow, rise gently from the riverbanks, hinting at the ancient, permafrost-laced earth beneath. The air, especially in the long, twilight hours of summer, carries a clean, sharp scent of pine and damp moss, a fragrance that speaks of deep wilderness and an enduring connection to the natural world. This is a place where the scale of the landscape dwarfs human endeavors, fostering a profound sense of quietude and respect for the powerful forces of nature. The history of Old Crow is inextricably linked to the Gwichyaa Gwich’in First Nation, whose ancestors have navigated these lands and waters for millennia, their traditions woven into the very fabric of this northern settlement. For generations, the Gwichyaa Gwich’in have sustained themselves through hunting, fishing, and trapping, adapting to the challenging Arctic climate with remarkable resilience. The economy of Old Crow remains deeply rooted in these traditional practices, supplemented by a growing presence in resource development and government services. The rhythm of life here is dictated by the seasons, with a quiet industriousness evident in the preparation for winter or the bustling activity of the short, vibrant summer. The aurora borealis, when it graces the night sky, adds a celestial dimension to the profound stillness that often envelops Old Crow. While Old Crow does not boast professional sports franchises or world-famous landmarks in the conventional sense, its cultural richness lies in its deep Indigenous heritage and its enduring connection to the land. The Gwichyaa Gwich’in culture, with its vibrant storytelling, drumming, and dancing, forms the heart of the community. Annual events, often tied to seasonal celebrations and traditional gatherings, bring people together, reinforcing shared values and a collective identity. The Porcupine River itself serves as a vital artery, a natural landmark that has shaped the lives and traditions of its inhabitants for centuries. There are no renowned universities or globally recognized celebrities hailing from this remote settlement; instead, fame here is measured in the wisdom of elders and the strength of community bonds, a quiet testament to a life lived in harmony with the wild, enduring spirit of the North.

About This Old Crow Map Page

Explore Old Crow, Yukon, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 67.568611, -139.835278. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Old Crow includes the postal code (Y0B), telephone area code (867). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Old Crow is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.