Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve
Canada
About Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve
One of North America's biggest protected areas, this 14,070 km² national park reserve represents a groundbreaking Indigenous-led conservation achievement. Co-managed by Parks Canada and the Łutsël K'e Dene First Nation since 2019, the Land of the Ancestors combines with adjacent territorial protected areas to conserve approximately 26,222 km² of boreal forest, tundra, and freshwater ecosystems around Great Slave Lake's east arm. This is remote adventure tourism at its finest - no Parks Canada facilities exist, making it suitable only for experienced backcountry travelers. Access requires charter flights from Yellowknife (45 minutes, $275 one-way). Visitors can book authentic cultural experiences including overnight fishing trips, traditional Dene camps with local guides, and week-long guided paddling adventures. The Ni Hat'ni Dene Rangers serve as hosts, offering interpretive tours, storytelling, traditional knowledge sharing, and insights into the land's spiritual importance. No fees or permits required (visitor registration in effect). Perfect for adventurers seeking wilderness solitude and genuine Indigenous cultural immersion.