This vintage postcard features a stunning color photograph of Kluane Lake, located along the Alaska Highway between miles 1054 and 1094. The image showcases the serene waters reflecting the snow-capped mountains and lush greenery of this secluded bay, highlighting the breathtaking natural beauty of the region. Printed using Ektachrome by Earl Bartlett, the postcard captures vivid details and rich colors typical of mid-20th century photographic postcards.
Kluane Lake is renowned for its magnificent mountain scenery, giant lake trout, and the presence of the white (Dall) mountain sheep, making this postcard a unique collectible for nature and travel enthusiasts. The back of the postcard is postmarked July 1979 from Whitehorse, B.C., and includes a Canadian 8-cent stamp featuring Queen Elizabeth II. This piece is a wonderful example of Canadian travel memorabilia from the late 1960s and 1970s, perfect for collectors interested in geographic landmarks, vintage postcards, or historical travel ephemera.