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Subject: 13206
Posted: 28 Jan 2020 at 9:58am

John and Sue,
Thanks for the details of your trip. That is very helpful. I have already had two black pipe support failures. There won't be a third as I made my own support. I'll have to look for the books you recommend.
]]> Tue, 28 Jan 2020 09:58:32 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=129014#129014 Alaska Planning : Sue & I did the Alaska trip... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=129013#129013 Author: jalong
Subject: 13206
Posted: 28 Jan 2020 at 9:49am

Sue & I did the Alaska trip last summer May 19thto July 6th. Sue was apprehensive but the trip without reservationswent fine. From SE Wisconsin it took 8 days to get to Fairbanks averaging 8hours of driving a day. We drove 9,000 miles and spent $9,500 including groceries,admissions, campgrounds, gas, souvenirs, gifts, boat trip to Seldovia fromHomer, and glacier-whale boat trips from Seward and Valdez. Most lunches we ateout, breakfast and dinner in the camper. This was not a camping trip for us,but a road trip bringing along our room. We were early in the season so theonly reservations we made were for Denali two days before we got to the park.The Alaskan Highway puts out orange flags (meaning slow down a lot) where thereare frost heaves, they were mostly fixed by the time we returned in July. Julyand August are the big seasons for Alaska camping, we saw many RVs and escortedRV tours heading up as we returned home.

Our 179 has the black pipe support issue, reinforce thebracket before you go.

We spent 4 days in Seward, Homer, Valdez, Whitehorse-Yukonand Dawson City-Yukon. We also stayed several days in Fairbanks, Denali, Palmerand Dawson Creek-Alberta. The best glacier boat trip we took was in Valdez onthe Stan Stephens 8-1/2 hour trip to the Mears Glacier. Favorite cities were Sewardand Dawson City-Yukon.

We had no problems finding gasoline (fill up when you reach ½tank), laundromats are at most private campgrounds and there was no problemfinding groceries. I typically carried a full tank of water, for us that wasenough for 4 days with 6 showers.

Private campgrounds are gravel lots with close sites; themost we paid was $60 a night in Homer & Valdez that was fine with us as wewanted to be able to walk to the attractions. While traveling we stayed in provincialparks, federal parks, city parks, Walmart, Great Canadian Superstore, privatecampgrounds and Minnesota rest stops. I would avoid the Pioneer Campground inWhitehorse. July 1st is Canada Day, campgrounds may be full.

We found the “Traveler’s Guide to Alaskan Camping” by Mike& Terri Church better than the Milepost to find campgrounds. Also usefulwere Janet Sedlar’s RV convection oven cookbooks.

]]> Tue, 28 Jan 2020 09:49:15 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=129013#129013 Alaska Planning : We found Denali to be somewhat... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=129012#129012 Author: Woodmiester
Subject: 13206
Posted: 28 Jan 2020 at 9:34am

We found Denali to be somewhat of a disappointment.  Over crowded, and really didn't see anything different than we could see from 300 miles away.  We much more enoyed the trip to the kenai and the old ghost mining townes up in the mountains east of Anchorage.
Where ever you go, I am sure you will have a great time!
]]> Tue, 28 Jan 2020 09:34:39 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=129012#129012 Alaska Planning : I was looking at that, but was... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128979#128979 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13206
Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 4:02pm

I was looking at that, but was waiting until the 2020 edition comes out as mentioned previously. Thanks.]]> Sun, 26 Jan 2020 16:02:53 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128979#128979 Alaska Planning : I apologize for not mentioning... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128978#128978 Author: geewizard
Subject: 13206
Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 3:45pm

I apologize for not mentioning this before.....get a copy of The Milepost.  https://www.themilepost.com/]]> Sun, 26 Jan 2020 15:45:06 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128978#128978 Alaska Planning : Originally posted by StephenH Originally... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128977#128977 Author: geewizard
Subject: 13206
Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 3:08pm

Originally posted by StephenH

Originally posted by geewizard

The Alaska Marine Highway (ferry) is a good way to travel but state funding squabbles are impacting the sailing schedules.

Good to know. So far, I have not seen much that would be useful for May and June isn't on the schedule at all.
My advice is to NOT travel in a group but go solo.  Driving from the Lower 48 to AK is like driving anywhere else.  No big deal.  Just be prepared for the gravel sections in Canada.

Again, good to know. I came to the conclusion when I viewed the Passport America itinerary for their Alaska trips. Much of what was scheduled did not really interest us.
BTW, I lived in AK for 26 years in case you're wondering.  And drove to/from the Lower 48 to AK about 10 times.  And flew my little airplane to/from twice.
Thank you. Can you give me an idea of how many days (assuming no more than 8 hours a day of driving) it takes to get to Alaska from the lower 48? Of course, my routing would not necessarily be the same, so it would be a very general idea of how long I would need to drive there.


I would suggest 5-7 days to drive from Spokane to Northway without much recreation and about 10 days if you want to take side trips.
My opinion is that the only reason to visit Los Anchorage is to get to the Kenai Peninsula or Prince William Sound.  Valdez is nice and the glacier cruises are fun.  Fairbanks is quite interesting as well.
]]> Sun, 26 Jan 2020 15:08:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128977#128977 Alaska Planning : Just the trip from Spokane WA... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128975#128975 Author: GlueGuy
Subject: 13206
Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 2:01pm

Just the trip from Spokane WA to Northway AK is about 2,000 miles. Assuming you can average 50 MPH for 8 hours on the Alcan, that alone would take 5 days.

The road is very, very improved from what it was 20 years ago, but there will still be construction delays. I think expecting 400 miles per day (especially pulling a trailer) is possibly a generous guestimate.
]]> Sun, 26 Jan 2020 14:01:54 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128975#128975 Alaska Planning : Originally posted by geewizardThe... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128973#128973 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13206
Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 1:34pm

Originally posted by geewizard

The Alaska Marine Highway (ferry) is a good way to travel but state funding squabbles are impacting the sailing schedules.

Good to know. So far, I have not seen much that would be useful for May and June isn't on the schedule at all.
My advice is to NOT travel in a group but go solo.  Driving from the Lower 48 to AK is like driving anywhere else.  No big deal.  Just be prepared for the gravel sections in Canada.

Again, good to know. I came to the conclusion when I viewed the Passport America itinerary for their Alaska trips. Much of what was scheduled did not really interest us.
BTW, I lived in AK for 26 years in case you're wondering.  And drove to/from the Lower 48 to AK about 10 times.  And flew my little airplane to/from twice.
Thank you. Can you give me an idea of how many days (assuming no more than 8 hours a day of driving) it takes to get to Alaska from the lower 48? Of course, my routing would not necessarily be the same, so it would be a very general idea of how long I would need to drive there.
]]> Sun, 26 Jan 2020 13:34:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128973#128973 Alaska Planning : I suggest this campground: ... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128972#128972 Author: geewizard
Subject: 13206
Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 10:05am

I suggest this campground:  https://www.alaska.org/detail/blueberry-lake-state-recreation-site

And the website in general for Alaska trip planning.
]]> Sun, 26 Jan 2020 10:05:10 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128972#128972 Alaska Planning : We have been to Alaska a couple... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128970#128970 Author: GlueGuy
Subject: 13206
Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 9:56am

We have been to Alaska a couple of times. A couple things I can say, is be prepared to drive a Looo-ooong time. The distances in AK are immense. AK is as big as half of the lower 48. The good news is that there aren't roads in most of it (big picture, there are basically 3 roads in AK that make a giant triangle). The bad news is that ALL the roads will be under construction during the relatively short summer. Travel times will always be longer than you might expect.

Our highlights:

  • Denali (Eielson VC, Wonder Lake, and more hiking opportunities than you can do in several summers)
  • Kenai Peninsula (lots of side trips along the Cook Inlet, Kenai Fjords, glaciers, etc.)
  • Seward (we took day-cruises to the glaciers)
  • Homer
We flew there both times. Once commercial, and once in our private plane. When I flew there in my plane, I made a side trip to North Pole AK, and a guy I met in Canada along the way took me to an island on the Yukon River. We went down-river from Yukon River Camp to his "cabin" on the island and spent a couple days fishing there. That is the most remote place I've ever been.
]]> Sun, 26 Jan 2020 09:56:03 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128970#128970 Alaska Planning : Originally posted by Pod... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128969#128969 Author: geewizard
Subject: 13206
Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 9:35am

Originally posted by Pod People

I would agree about dropping Anchorage from your schedule if you need to save time. It is a nice ,big city-much like other big cities. It would be  a good place to refill, refuel, etc, but not a destination to spend much time. Go further north to Sitka and Denali
Vann


Umm, Sitka is in SE Alaska, not north of Anchorage.  Did you mean Seward by chance?

The Alaska Marine Highway (ferry) is a good way to travel but state funding squabbles are impacting the sailing schedules.

My advice is to NOT travel in a group but go solo.  Driving from the Lower 48 to AK is like driving anywhere else.  No big deal.  Just be prepared for the gravel sections in Canada.

BTW, I lived in AK for 26 years in case you're wondering.  And drove to/from the Lower 48 to AK about 10 times.  And flew my little airplane to/from twice.

]]> Sun, 26 Jan 2020 09:35:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128969#128969 Alaska Planning : I would agree about dropping Anchorage... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128966#128966 Author: Pod People
Subject: 13206
Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 8:10am

I would agree about dropping Anchorage from your schedule if you need to save time. It is a nice ,big city-much like other big cities. It would be  a good place to refill, refuel, etc, but not a destination to spend much time. Go further north to Sitka and Denali
Vann
]]> Sun, 26 Jan 2020 08:10:20 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128966#128966 Alaska Planning : Originally posted by Ben Herman Originally... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128962#128962 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 13206
Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 7:45am

Originally posted by Ben Herman

Originally posted by StephenH

We do have one commitment in mid-July that will mean we have to be back and reset in order to meet that commitment. This trip will certainly last longer than 30 days. I expect 45-50 days when all is said and done. I know it will be a lot of driving, however, I don't see us waiting even longer with the increased probability that we would not be able to make the trip at all. We may have to shorten it a bit by eliminating Anchorage (just turn around at Denali) to save a couple of days. We may also need to only have short visits with our daughters. We will see how things go and adjust as needed. Perhaps we won't make it to Alaska, but just to Banff if it looks like we would exceed the time we have available.

The Banff turnaround might be a realistic and satisfying approach - my brother seemed to enjoy that part of his journey as much as anything. Spectacular country. 

I've been to Anchorage, interesting city but wouldn't be at the top of my list as a destination if needing to pare back.

I can't stop saying enough of that area!! The Canadian Rockies are just beyond words.. We spent 3 weeks in the area and barely scratched the surface.


]]> Sun, 26 Jan 2020 07:45:19 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128962#128962 Alaska Planning : Denali is a worthwhile destination.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128961#128961 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13206
Posted: 25 Jan 2020 at 6:17pm

Denali is a worthwhile destination. Anchorage, not so much unless we did decide to take the ferry back to Washington instead of driving the reverse route. That is why I included it. When I last checked, the May and June schedules were not available.]]> Sat, 25 Jan 2020 18:17:21 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128961#128961 Alaska Planning : Originally posted by StephenHWe... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128960#128960 Author: Ben Herman
Subject: 13206
Posted: 25 Jan 2020 at 5:34pm

Originally posted by StephenH

We do have one commitment in mid-July that will mean we have to be back and reset in order to meet that commitment. This trip will certainly last longer than 30 days. I expect 45-50 days when all is said and done. I know it will be a lot of driving, however, I don't see us waiting even longer with the increased probability that we would not be able to make the trip at all. We may have to shorten it a bit by eliminating Anchorage (just turn around at Denali) to save a couple of days. We may also need to only have short visits with our daughters. We will see how things go and adjust as needed. Perhaps we won't make it to Alaska, but just to Banff if it looks like we would exceed the time we have available.

The Banff turnaround might be a realistic and satisfying approach - my brother seemed to enjoy that part of his journey as much as anything. Spectacular country. 

I've been to Anchorage, interesting city but wouldn't be at the top of my list as a destination if needing to pare back.
]]> Sat, 25 Jan 2020 17:34:10 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128960#128960 Alaska Planning : We do have one commitment in mid-July... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128952#128952 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13206
Posted: 24 Jan 2020 at 9:46am

We do have one commitment in mid-July that will mean we have to be back and reset in order to meet that commitment. This trip will certainly last longer than 30 days. I expect 45-50 days when all is said and done. I know it will be a lot of driving, however, I don't see us waiting even longer with the increased probability that we would not be able to make the trip at all. We may have to shorten it a bit by eliminating Anchorage (just turn around at Denali) to save a couple of days. We may also need to only have short visits with our daughters. We will see how things go and adjust as needed. Perhaps we won't make it to Alaska, but just to Banff if it looks like we would exceed the time we have available.
]]> Fri, 24 Jan 2020 09:46:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128952#128952 Alaska Planning : Suggest that you look at the big... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128950#128950 Author: Ben Herman
Subject: 13206
Posted: 23 Jan 2020 at 9:20pm

Suggest that you look at the big picture here first. For what you are planning to do, unless you really like to drive and don't plan on seeing much along the way, 60 days is probably the minimum time you 'd need to allocate to a trip like this. My brother did a similar trip from NC last year, through Canada up into Alaska and back, in about 8 or 9 weeks. And they had to hightail it back. 

I live in the west - the best way to travel out here is off of the interstate highways, and many of the places that you are suggesting that you'd want to pass through could easily occupy 3-4 days. 

My suggestion - decide what the overriding control factor is; is it time on the road (4 weeks total), or is it see Canada/Alaska and parts in between, with stops to see family along the way? If its the former, then perhaps scale back your trip - maybe a few western states, taking your time to stop and see some of the less well known ones (where you'll find the best of the west, not the regular tourist stops). If its the latter - then plan on 8-10 weeks, I'm sure that you can figure out a way to deal with mail, someone checking in on the house, etc.

If you try to do too much, you 'll end up stressed out and spend all your time driving. 

For me personally, I can't imagine anything worse than traveling in an organized group camping expedition, sounds like a modern day wagon train - with someone telling you where to go and when, and the inevitable people who hold everyone up. 

There's so much to see out here. FWIW, if we were to organize a trip from here to Alaska, I'd probably plan on at least 8 weeks, and I'm alot closer. 


]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 21:20:08 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128950#128950 Alaska Planning : Not to worry about DUI. I've... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128949#128949 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13206
Posted: 23 Jan 2020 at 7:14pm

Not to worry about DUI. I've never had one. I'm always the designated driver.]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 19:14:03 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128949#128949 Alaska Planning : Taking gas across the border was... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128948#128948 Author: ronahue
Subject: 13206
Posted: 23 Jan 2020 at 7:04pm

Taking gas across the border was not a problem. Check the Canadian website for the latest rules. Two things to note you can bring bear pepper spray across but you can not bring people spray (personal protection spray) into Canada also a DUI (driving under the influence) conviction is considered a felony in Canada and you will not be allowed in. Their are ways to mitigate this ahead of time so if anyone traveling with you Has a DUI convictions you should do some research.]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 19:04:50 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128948#128948 Alaska Planning : Thank you. I don't mind semi-primitive... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128947#128947 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13206
Posted: 23 Jan 2020 at 4:05pm

Thank you. I don't mind semi-primitive campgrounds.The link for Kusawa Lake Campground states that it is closed for construction until further notice. Perhaps it will be open when we head that way.
]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 16:05:19 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128947#128947 Alaska Planning : We visited AK in '17... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128946#128946 Author: Wendell
Subject: 13206
Posted: 23 Jan 2020 at 3:47pm

We visited AK in '17 also. If you're comfortable in a semi-primitive campground, I recommend Kusawa Lake CG https://yukon.ca/en/outdoor-recreation-and-wildlife/camping/site/kusawa-lake. 
Finding gas wasn't really a problem, but next time I'll pay more attention. I didn't really like refueling at self-service facility(don't recall where) 
and a similar one in Burwash Landing. 
We returned on the Cassiar Hwy and I don't recall any problems with gas. 
I was disappointed by all the people at Denali NP, it was like Yosemite, Zion, and Smoky Mtns. Finding a site was a problem in Seward(the weekend, an RV park 3-5 mi. N was better than the overflow lot) and Lake Louise/Banff(very, very popular, but the McLeod Meadows CG, Kootenay NP was almost empty).  
We took 6 weeks to/from Alaska and it wasn't enough time. We had a house-sitter, so mail wasn't a problem, and our postmistress has been very nice to us. The one time we did a mail-order while gone, we got it from the PO General Delivery where we knew we'd be in a few days. 
Alaska is an extremely interesting place, and I wish I'd visited there sooner. I know I'm going to enjoy going back again.


]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 15:47:01 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128946#128946 Alaska Planning : Good advice! We have found that... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128945#128945 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13206
Posted: 23 Jan 2020 at 3:11pm

Good advice! We have found that the gray water tank fills up first though. But by then, the fresh tank is empty so we would need to find a place to dump the full tanks and fill the empty tank anyway. If we take (and I don't see where we would't) our generator, I would be carrying at least a 5 gallon gas can anyway. Is there any trouble at the borders (US and Canadian) if one is carrying gas cans?
]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 15:11:10 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128945#128945 Alaska Planning : We carried 5 gallon and 2.5 gallon... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128944#128944 Author: ronahue
Subject: 13206
Posted: 23 Jan 2020 at 12:40pm

We carried 5 gallon and 2.5 gallon cans on the trip down the Cassiar and did not need them. However you are correct it can be tight if the station run by a First Nation settlement south of Boya Lakes is not open. We towed a 179 with a Nissan Frontier so we had a safe 200 mile range without the extra gas. It looks like gas is available at AH146 (that's 146 miles from the ALCAN junction), Iskut AH198 and and Bell II AH 353. Yes PP is Provincial Park if you don't mind dry camping they are the best. However be advised dump stations can be hard to find so use your black water tank judiciously.  ]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:40:09 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128944#128944 Alaska Planning : Now I am going to have to go to... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128943#128943 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13206
Posted: 23 Jan 2020 at 12:14pm

Now I am going to have to go to the maps to see the routing and places. I take it PP means Provincial Park.

What about gasoline stations? I guess that with the ALCAN, there would be sufficient stations to not have to worry about running out. What about the Cassiar Highway?
]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:14:24 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128943#128943 Alaska Planning : One more thing We went up the... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128942#128942 Author: ronahue
Subject: 13206
Posted: 23 Jan 2020 at 11:52am

One more thing We went up the ALCAN and down the Cassiar Highway the Cassiar is more isolated than the ALCAN but worth the extra planning. We stayed at Boya Lake PP and Meziadin PP with a day trip down to Hyder, AK to see the bears. ]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 11:52:09 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128942#128942 Alaska Planning : Originally posted by ronahueI... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128941#128941 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13206
Posted: 23 Jan 2020 at 10:50am

Originally posted by ronahue

I agree with Woodmiester. We did this trip in 2017 it was really a piece of cake. Get the latest copy on "The Milepost" which will be out in March have the navigator keep it open on their lap and enjoy the trip. The one caveat is plan more time than you think you will need we spent 74 days on the trip from Boston to Alaska and back 16,000 miles and only saw the south east corner of Alaska. Don't miss Liard Hot Springs for at least one night and if you can get reservations at Teklanika campground in Denali plan at least 3 nights there. "The Milepost" is indispensable on on any trip up to Alaska. If you have specific questions and want to PM me please do.
Thank you. This is helpful.
]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 10:50:29 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128941#128941 Alaska Planning : I agree with Woodmiester. We did... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128940#128940 Author: ronahue
Subject: 13206
Posted: 23 Jan 2020 at 8:53am

I agree with Woodmiester. We did this trip in 2017 it was really a piece of cake. Get the latest copy on "The Milepost" which will be out in March have the navigator keep it open on their lap and enjoy the trip. The one caveat is plan more time than you think you will need we spent 74 days on the trip from Boston to Alaska and back 16,000 miles and only saw the south east corner of Alaska. Don't miss Liard Hot Springs for at least one night and if you can get reservations at Teklanika campground in Denali plan at least 3 nights there. "The Milepost" is indispensable on on any trip up to Alaska. If you have specific questions and want to PM me please do.]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 08:53:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128940#128940 Alaska Planning : As far as the fear of traveling... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128939#128939 Author: Woodmiester
Subject: 13206
Posted: 23 Jan 2020 at 8:41am

As far as the fear of traveling alone, rest your fears.  There are so many RVers on these highways and  unlike in the lower 48, everyone helps everyone.  We have made this trip and have encountered RVers with a multitude of problems but have never experienced anyone being left on their own.  We (and others) always stop if we see a problem and do whatever we need to do to get these folks back on the road.  

Please don't let this fear keep you from traveling to Alaska.  I promise you will meet the nicest, most helpful people you can imagine.  I cannot imagine traveling on a schedule.  You will want to pause and enjoy every moment of it.

JUST GO!!
]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 08:41:47 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128939#128939 Alaska Planning : Yes, as I said in the other topic,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128937#128937 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13206
Posted: 22 Jan 2020 at 5:27pm

Yes, as I said in the other topic, the final route has yet to be determined, but I do hope we can see some of the more spectacular landscape the US and Canada have to offer. That is why we want to make this trip instead of booking another cruise to Alaska. There isn't much landscape to see when one is away from the shoreline.]]> Wed, 22 Jan 2020 17:27:20 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128937#128937 Alaska Planning : Figured I'd post up over... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13206&PID=128933#128933 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 13206
Posted: 22 Jan 2020 at 3:00pm

Figured I'd post up over here and get ya active again!

I fell so in love with the Canadian Rockies that I will go back at some point. Alaska is a reach or goal I may not do, so kiddo's to you for doing the deed! 

I will return and catch Northwest Terriitories and Yukon Provinces, two I have no touched in Canada. Especially with the road to the Arctic Ocean now open! But that is just too much of an add to your trip.. Besides, it's my goal and you have yours.

Your going to have a hard time slowing down as to travel north through the Canadian Rockies, yet I can not stress enough to plan a little extra time as you do. It's going to amaze you! Be ready for this! I wasn't or actually hoped it would and it just blew me away! 

Return trip down the west side of the Rockies has it's pluses with going through Washington and Oregon. Two states well worth seeing. Yet if you've never been down the east side and into Utah.. Don't hesitate. The trip south is just beyond words as to how wonderful the landscape is. When you do reach Utah and explore around the Big Five and the Minors and those eve less than, you wonder why you have visited before. 

You have an amazing trip ahead of you! 

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