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05-09-2023, 10:34 AM #11
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Did it in '19. 13,000 miles Upstate NY to Sweetgrass and AK and back. Other than a crack in the windshield and drivers window (Montana) we had zero issues with the truck or camper. Took the Alcan up and detoured through Jasper and Banff on the way back. Do not skip over the Jasper/Banff trip, best scenery of the whole trip. The roads are not all that bad but you should expect to use caution and not be in a hurry.
The most deadly animal in Alaska is the Moose, they appear docile and can be easily approached. Moose are not very smart and when approached by another not very smart species the results can be undesirable.
Leave your shotgun home.Norb
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05-09-2023, 10:48 AM #12
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05-09-2023, 11:39 AM #13
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No matter what you will run into road damage. Frost heaves and tire eating pot holes. From what I remember the west approach was better than going through Edmonton. Just ask about the roads ahead as you make stops.
You just need to slow down and pay attention. Road damage is marked by cones or flags on the shoulder. If you get lucky get behind a local trucker and watch his moves.
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05-22-2023, 05:01 PM #14
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As a former Alaskan that grew up there, everyone is pretty spot-on with their advise. Bears generally don't go into your camp unless you leave food or trash out. Leaving a closed cooler outside is a mistake too. They will still smell what is inside it and you will lose you cooler. Take your gun if it makes you feel better. I never used to go anywhere in the woods without one. Although, bear spray works really well too and is sometimes easier to use then the gun, and you won't possibly wound a bear or something else. Bear spray shoots far and wide so it covers a large area. I never knew of anyone that was attacked after they sprayed them, but I do know someone that was mauled after he shot it while it was charging him. The adrenaline in the grizzly kept him alive long enough to maul him up pretty good before he died. Heading South out of Denali be sure to stop in Talkeetna. Also, someone else mentioned Homer Spit (very neat town). Great fishing down there on the Kenai Peninsula. Some places worth seeing; Seward ( Exit glacier ), the tunnel to Whittier, Portage glacier, Girdwood ( Eat at the Double Musky ). There is also a wild animal preserve in Girdwood that is worth stopping at. Lots to see throughout the state, but like everyone else said, take your time and enjoy it.
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05-23-2023, 12:46 PM #15
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06-16-2023, 07:33 AM #16
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We are now in Jasper headed to Alaska. We left Texas on June 1st, worse roads we’ve seen so far was in Colorado. Now I know we have not gotten to the Alaska Hwy yet, so we’ll see how that goes.
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06-20-2023, 12:03 AM #17
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Rough roads
Roads between Valleyview and Dawson Creek, be careful lots of rough areas. Pay attention and slow down.
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06-20-2023, 05:14 AM #18
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While in AZ this year we met a couple from AK. They make the trip to AZ every year and claim the roads on average are no worse than the rest of the USA or Canada. They claimed the days of driving to AK and bringing all sorts of spare parts etc for breakdowns like in the '70's and '80s are long gone. Again..their words not mine.
I haven't personally gone to AK but have gone to the Yukon and NWT. Also east coast and west coast. Worst roads in my memory were the lengths of hwy in NWT that were gravel, assorted sections of I10 between Phoenix and OKC, and the bridge transitions in Iowa-some of those were like a thrill ride...lol
As for firearms in Canada they are fine, get the required permit. Just don't bring a handgun. We have goofy laws in that regard. (IMO, you won't need the gun, but if you feel better with it...go ahead)
Powerscol had an unusually tough time with DEF here. That's not the norm though. Yes, bring a couple jugs for backup, but don't expect it to be scarce.
Ill second the drive from Banff to Jasper - beautiful scenery. I was not a fan of the CG in Banff, but the area was great. I'm thinking there may be firearm restrictions in Banff and Jasper...I could be wrong..you would need to check into that2018 Dodge 3500 6.7 Cummins SRW w/Aisin
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06-20-2023, 06:35 AM #19
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Will be following this thread as we will make the trip in 2024. I'm not on Facebook but understand that you can join groups that are set up for people traveling in real-time so they give heads-ups on road conditions and such. Considering joining Facebook for that reason but haven't taken the plunge yet.
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06-20-2023, 07:18 AM #20
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We went in 2014. We spent 3 months there. If I had it to do over I would spend more time in Yukon and BC. Didn't take a gun...didn't need one. As far as bears go, just don't surprise them, make noise so they can hear you. Make sure you give the moose (especially a cow and calf) plenty of room. Roads can be rough, go slow.
As for truck damage, I got door dings out the wazoo in parking lots. And I believe on purpose. Not sure all Alaskan's like all the tourism.
When you first get to the Alcan hi-way and are at an RV park, grab a beer, go out and make friends. Exchange phone numbers with them...You will be traveling with them your entire trip. Once we did that we were able to help each other as travelling companions.
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