Photo: Tombstone Mountains Yukon

An aerial view of the Tombstone Mountains in the Yukon Territories in Canada.

As you journey in a helicopter through the Tombstone Mountains in the Yukon in Canada you will fly over many picturesque mountain ranges. The Tombstone Mountains are the ones that are the most unique and stand at approximately 2,193 meters high.These mountains consist of granite peaks that were formed by glaciers, water and wind. A helicopter ride gives you a true perspective of how high the Tombstone mountains are and their majestic size as you fly through the Yukon valley. Hiking through the Tombstone Mountains takes you through some challenging trails but you should always be prepared as the granite rock can crumble from right under your feet. Pack warm clothing as the mountains in the Yukon can be extremely cold in the winter months but also in the summer where the wind factor feels like it goes right through you.Wildlife that you may cross paths with throughout the Tombstone Mountains are dall sheep, moose, wolverines, bears, caribou and thousands of mosquitoes in the summer. ... continue below the picture...

... Taking a helicopter ride through the Yukon mountain range is a easier route and gives you a thrilling look from above at the entire area.Tombstone Mountains, Yukon, from helicopter