The best camping near Pingo National Landmark

Pingo Canadian Landmark protects a unique arctic landform: ice-cored hills called pingos. Rising out of the flat tundra, these hills provide a distinctive backdrop to the community of Tuktoyaktuk, Northwest Territories. Pingo Canadian Landmark features eight of the 1350 pingos found in the region including Ibyuk Pingo, Canada's highest. Reaching 49 metres (160 feet) in height and stretching 300 metres (984 feet) across its base, Ibyuk is also the world's second-tallest pingo. For centuries, pingos have acted as navigational aids for Inuvialuit travelling by land and water and as a convenient height of land for spotting caribou on the tundra or whales offshore.

The best time to visit Pingo Canadian Landmark is during the summer months, from June to September, when the Day Use Area is open and the tundra is most accessible. Winter visits offer a stark, frozen landscape, but prepare for extreme cold and limited accessibility.

• Ensure you have the proper gear for arctic weather conditions, as temperatures can be extreme.
• Visitor information is available to help plan your self-guided tours effectively.
• Be mindful of the delicate permafrost and pingo formations; follow guidelines to protect the environment.
• Accessibility may vary throughout the year, with the Day Use Area open from June to September.
• For safety, familiarize yourself with local wildlife and adhere to all posted guidelines and bulletins.