My partner and I live in AK currently. some things have come up and we are wanting to drive back to the lower 48 and are hoping to do so at the beginning of October. what should we expect for weather or anything else?
Liked your 12 tips video. I'm 73, drove to Alaska 3 times in the eighties, the first two times on motorcycles, probably 1000 miles of unpaved, partially paved and under construction road, loved every minute of it. I would like to see what's happened to AK in the interim and want to ride up on my BMW sport tourer. Truthfully, how are the roads? Like the last two motorcycle trips, I'll ferry back to either Prince Rupert, B.C. or Seattle, then home to Michigan. Who should I contaact re: reservations (didn't need any last time) and cabin availability on the ferries.
I rode the AlCan on my 1975 BMW R90 (MC) in 1980 when the highway was half dirt. So dusty, so muddy. So doable. So beautiful. Fear not. I hope to do it again next year on the same bike.
I'm a Canadian who drives from southern Alberta to Whitehorse, Yukon every once in awhile. The road is pretty easy except for construction or repairs. A lot of Americans freak out when they think about this road though, judging by some I have talked to. This guy is pretty good so pay attention. I don't know much about border crossings etc. but extra food and gas is a good thing. I always travel with extra food and gas but never had to use it in an emergency...but it is so comfortable to have.
Driven Whitehorse to Mile zero 100 times winter and summer. Never had a flat. Gas can good idea but the longest stretch between main gas stations is 300 miles, usually much less. You can drive by a gas station that's pricey if you plan a bit. Look at a map, they are free in Yukon
This is TREMENDOUSLY helpful information! We are moving to AK soon and these videos have helped give us info we didn't even know we would need to know, so, thank you!
More important than having two spares is starting the trip with NEW tires and if the road is bad SLOW DOWN! We drove it 4 years ago in my then 39 year old Ford Pinto and had zero problems. The vast majority of the road condition was good, no different that any other place I have driven, except its more remote. That saying we also had no problem getting gas. We just filled up when we got to 1/2 a tank and never worried about charring extra.
I spent over $200 on ratchet straps for the trip from SW FL to Anchorage. It was well worth the money as parts of the AlCan look like the surface of Mars.
Good tips. I was not aware of the App. That will be something I will check out before I visit Canada again. I would add to your tips, that people should verify their admissibility to Canada. I DUI or some other offence can and likely will get you turned back at the border.
It’s a good idea having two spares doing A cross country east to west in the US, driving through long stretches of desert or mountains, good luck finding a tire shop, so definitely two on the road to Alaska through Canada.
I noticed your Angelo State Track hoodie in your thumbnail. That is actually why i clicked on this video. I played football and ran track at Texas A&M Kingsville back in the late 90s early 2000s when we were somewhat rivals.
@@alaska_realtor Yes. My aunt & uncle lived in San Angelo and I used to go stay with them for a few weeks during the summer. I grew up in Rockport, TX and live near Houston now in Sugar Land. I am planning a trip to Alaska for this summer.
The roads aren't that bad but it can be muddy in construction areas. If you don't go off road, you shouldn't need 2 spare tires unless your tires are bad. I did the trip by motorcycle from Michigan towing a small camper trailer with 8" wheels and had no problems.
I was told you are given a reasonable amount of time. It’s 24 hours to get through the Yukon but not through all of Canada. It’s impossible to get through Canada in 24 hours. From Coutts, AB to Beaver Creek is 33 hours if you didn’t stop for fuel or hit delays. They are allowing you to get a hotel room as long as you can social distance. White horse is not allowing. In recommend calling ahead. Northern Rockies Lodge will allow US people.
If you start at the right Point of Entry, you would have a shot but it sounds like their requirements have changed since last I checked. Where did you learn that?
@@alaska_realtor What point of entry would you recommend? I’m in the Coast Guard and moving to Kodiak in May. I was planning on driving up from Portland OR
@@SuperJbob1234 I believe there is an entry just north of there through Canada, but you're going to have to take the ferry at some point to get to Kodiak.
How easy is it to transport a couple long guns, and maybe a handgun? Moving to Alaska this fall and I hate to drive in wilderness areas without some kind of weapon. Thanks
@@alaska_realtor Tennessee. I've always wanted to go to Alaska. I've lived in a couple of other states as well, and traveled through many. Yet, my heart remains in the Alaska, lol.
What have you heard or experienced as far as break down service on a rental type vehicle, such as Uhaul ? You can fix you own if you wish, but no way allowed with them.
My experience has been that the breakdown service is pretty bare bones on a rental vehicle. So, get as much as you can but take more of the precautions into your hands. That's been my experience, though others have hopefully had better luck!
@@alaska_realtor Among many here, I very much respect your video! It’s an excellent clear presentation of all the pertinent facts, and your responses in comment section are consistently caring and to the point. Grew up in Calgary, recently moved to lower 48 from Matsu Valley. Multiple road trips; advice is right on !!!! Only have to disagree that Canada “is not known for…. ” (from where? TX, AK?)… their handling of the Pandemic well. Data doesn’t support; Canada’s populace Vax rates in the mid-80th percentile, no endemic shortage of testing materials, focusing on now protecting children, not just simply reacting in alarm to higher children hospitalizations. Agree, plan s/b to just have your Vax passage set up using the ArriveCan App indicating your responsibility by your Vax record card. Cheers, for a trip of a lifetime!
so i am moving to anchorage from Colorado. hopefully within the next month or so. i kinda figuired about the food water extra tires and all that. But just kinda curious with the ferry from washington i know its a tad more expensive but it is worth saving wear and tear of the tires and engine. i was kinda curious.
@@starmaster191 so u take the ferry from Portland or Seattle and it takes everything and you towards a coastal Alaska. And from there it's like a 4 -5 hour drive to Anchorage depending on weather
How can you avoid Canada altogether? from Alaska Marine Highway. Taking my mother in-law is 83 Don't want her to spend so much time down Blood clots. We are seeing my brother in -law in Homer. Can you suggest routes we Overland so we can go allot of places? Please answer if you can. Thank you.
If you're trying to avoid Canada, unfortunately the only options are to fly or take the ferry from Dillingham. You can actually get off at Whittier, which is within 30 minutes of Anchorage.
@@alaska_realtor Thank you when we get off in Whitter, well Drive to Homer where my brother in-law Lives unless the Mandates get lifted then Driving thru Cananda Go Truckers
@@alaska_realtor Could but we are also bringing two jeeps to overland with So for us we can go thru the tunnel and check out the history there too. after we leave homer go as far north as we can before heading back down to California. I'm hoping the Freedom convoy can help get rid of the Mandates.
i made this drive from anchorage to dc in six days in the month of march. Never again. beautiful scenic drive but best advice i was given before making the drive was. whenever you see a gas station..... fill up
Great tips indeed, especially the App. I just downloaded it and uploading the info requested. What about gas stations? Looks like there almost non-existent from middle to the north of Canada on the ALCAN Hwy.
Glad to hear it! For the gas stations, you'll need to make some calls. Some of those stations are seasonal and some of them are having work done and it won't be reflected online. A safe bet is never to let your tank get below half before you start looking for one.
What would you suggest on job wise. Should we apply for a job before?.Will a employer in Anchorage hire someone before they are living there? Thank you
It depends on the profession, but most employers would rather hire someone when they live up here. If it's a highly specialized profession, they might have to accept someone before they move up here.
Planning on driving up to Juneau from Arizona. My question is, Can I drive trough BC with one license plate? They only give one here but noticed BC might want 2. Can you pkease help?
If you're moving along the Alcan, call the Canadians and make sure there's no big rules about it. If they're house plants, I can't imagine that would be a huge deal but I would really look it that.
@@alaska_realtor Yes I wouldn’t think so either but that’s a good idea. I’d hate to get all the way to the border and not have all my ducks in a row! Thanks for responding
Hello! I’m driving through Canada to my next military base in January. Not taking the ferry and I have a dog. I’m pretty nervous but am doing it anyways. Would appreciate anymore tips you could message me. (I also drive a Jeep Wrangler)
Hey Madison, that's quite the adventure! Are you going alone and to which base/post are you going? The Canadians are being REALLY strict about Americans staying where they are supposed to be, so the best I can tell you is to play by their rules while you're there. Based off of the experiences of some folks who recently traveled through there.
@@alaska_realtor my parents were going to fly up here and help me make the drive. Do you know where I can find the current rules and regulations for driving through there? Also do you think I’ll run into issues with my parents coming with me since they’re not the ones who have orders? I don’t have a base yet but I do know I’m going to the lower 48. Thank you!
Hi, great tips. I am planning a 2023 trip to Alaska. But after listening to you and reading some of the comments I’m wondering if I should take a different route and not the AlCan Hwy. My daughter is in a wheelchair and I drive a wheelchair accessible Honda Pilot which doesn’t have very much clearance. We will also be pulling a 14’ camper. Sounds like the AlCan Hwy could do a number on the Honda. Your thoughts?
I’m planning on driving a truck up with my brother from Washington to North Pole, Alaska at the end of November. It’s a brand new truck and is winterized. I’m very used to driving in snow and ice living in Alaska. Any tips for winter driving ?
Yes, bring along about 5 gallons of extra gas just to be on the safe side. There are some long stretches of the road that don't have gas stations, and some of them shut down during the winter. That, and gas efficiency isn't as high in the winter because it's designed to be thicker.
We are thinking next July, seems like that's a good weather time to make it before fall. Been watching your vids. Any other insights to driving up? I am a nurse with family, we've decided to ship firearms, no pets til we land. Can you suggest a site to reference border check of acceptable items to bring through?
That's great! I bet yall are excited to be coming up here. Check out the Canada Border Service Agency website. They're pretty thorough there AND it's updated pretty regularly.
6:16 24 freaking hours!!??? Brother, tell me how that is even possible. You've got treacherous terrain that can take DAYS to get through including resting eventually throughout the trip. GPS says it takes almost 40 hours to get from Washington border to Alaska border. I hope I heard that wrong because that sounds insane to me!!
I'm planning on driving from montaña to encourage this June 2022 in an older motorhome low milage on it I've worked okln itvavquit a bit just finished with new belts and an altanater today have an extra ten gallons of gas and it has two has tanks on it new ten ply tires on it and changed my phone plan to att for better service have a generator for power at night stressing a bit about the trip
I would personally shoot for after May if you can. Keep in mind, March is still going to be winter up there. Not the end of the world if you can't make that work, but it's certainly preferable.
That was a provision from A WHILE ago. At one point, that's what their website said, but it's changed since then. Kinda impossible to do that, which is why I bet they changed it.
@@alaska_realtor I will hopefully hear back from the travel agent today or tomorrow on taking a ferry. If we were to make the drive it would just be my wife and I in a Nissan Pathfinder that is decently packed.
@@Arnold2217 Gotcha. I would say that it would be highly preferrable to take the ferry. The roads will likely be OK, but there are a lot of restrictions on traveling out there at the moment and dealing with that on top of the winter would make it an extra challenge. Let me know!
@@alaska_realtor unfortunately the agent said everything is booked til December 28th so we will have to drive the Alcan. I do have a ferry scheduled from Whittier to Kodiak. Now I’m just researching what is still open and the safest way to get to Whittier. Thank you for creating your video, it was really helpful.
@@Arnold2217 Roger that. I'm going to try to interview one my clients who recently drove the Alcan to see what they experienced. They're awesome people so be looking for that and let me know if you have any questions I can help with!
I have driven the ALCAN 5 times. Here is my commentary on the "tips" tip 1: Either bring an extra tire or be okay with the trip taking extra time. I have had one flat tire on the trip and if there wasn't a full-size spare available it would have been a 5 day wait for a replacement. tip 2: bullshit hysteria, there is gas at major intervals. Buy a Milepost and study it, if you are going for a long stretch fill up earlier than necessary. tip 3: Yes. get your paperwork taken care of and check it out in advance. tip 4: Sure, bring some water and food, but don't go overboard. There are plenty of people on the road and every time I have seen people on the side of the road there are good samaritans ready to help. tip 5: Not an issue. Yes there are dead spots but there is internet at the gas stations. tip 6: 100% Milepost is better than the Bible out there. tip 7: Bring a credit card and know what the currency exchange is on the card. tip 8: This is expired with the times. tip 9: Sure, but this is a small number of travelers. tip 10: Duh - this is international travel. He's stretching this out tip 11: See tip 10 tip 12: You should do this with any travel trailer. Not trip specific Bonus: Not a thing outside of normal life
IS THERE ANYWAY THAT YOU KNOW OF TO REQUEST A LONGER TIME LIMIT IN GETTING THROUGH CANNADA IF YOU ARE DISABLED AND YOUR DISABILITY IS LIMITING YOU IN THE AMOUNT OF TIME YOUR ABLE OR ALLOWED TO OPERATE YOUR CAR EACH DAY? IF YOU HAVE ANY INFROMATION ON THIS WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE ANY HELPFUL POINTS YOU COULD GIVE TO ME...?
After Tip #1 (spare tire) I get laughing because we did trip "Chicago - Prudho Bay - Chicago" this summer. Thank you, KIA Carnival! Gentlemens, do you know where is Prudho Bay? The end of Dalton Highway on the beach of Arctic Ocean.
I disagree. After driving this route twice, I’ve found that the hype surrounding the difficultly of the road is way overblown. There are way worse roads in the states, where I live.
Oh for sure there are more challenging roads! There's always a more challenging road, but what makes the Alcan unique is that most people on it are going to be towing a trailer.
i'm going to be making the drive up to canada from san diego in april and i'm only taking my car (a kia soul) and anything that can fit inside it. before i leave, i plan on having my car completely checked and like new to avoid any possible mishaps. is the alcan as scary for a regular car as it is for large ones? i want to make sure i'm safe but i also want to make sure i'm able to fit everything i need in my car at the same time. any tips or info would be appreciated.
That's exciting Charlie! You should be able to make it, as long as you have some kind of snow tire/all weather tires and you don't weigh it down too much. It'll be during breakup when you're driving.
@@alaska_realtor Just ordered on Amazon and should be here the 13th. I ordered the Nat Geo Atlas as well. I'm trying to convince the wife to turn the GPS and all the fancy stuff on this new truck off and lets travel like we did when we were teens........So far, no luck. hehe.
@@alaska_realtor think “big brother “ and the utter failure of governments to prevent hackers from accessing their databases. Other than that, it’s just wonderful;(
@@JeepCherokeeful No handguns. I was just concerned that they might not allow my semiauto shotgun. But it looks like that's ok so long as it's at least a certain length. I don't plan on doing any hunting. And we always observe good practice for bears. But sometimes they don't always get the message. And I'm not going into the Yukon with nothing but bear spray.
What Alcan questions do you have? Post 'em!
How is the wildlife? Any chances of hitting a deer?
Power Noodles Hitting a moose is more of what I would be concerned about. Keep your eyes peeled because you just never know.
My partner and I live in AK currently. some things have come up and we are wanting to drive back to the lower 48 and are hoping to do so at the beginning of October. what should we expect for weather or anything else?
Working in skagway next summer. Traveling in my motorhome from Washington State. What is the best route to take?
Liked your 12 tips video. I'm 73, drove to Alaska 3 times in the eighties, the first two times on motorcycles, probably 1000 miles of unpaved, partially paved and under construction road, loved every minute of it. I would like to see what's happened to AK in the interim and want to ride up on my BMW sport tourer. Truthfully, how are the roads? Like the last two motorcycle trips, I'll ferry back to either Prince Rupert, B.C. or Seattle, then home to Michigan. Who should I contaact re: reservations (didn't need any last time) and cabin availability on the ferries.
I rode the AlCan on my 1975 BMW R90 (MC) in 1980 when the highway was half dirt. So dusty, so muddy. So doable. So beautiful. Fear not. I hope to do it again next year on the same bike.
I'm a Canadian who drives from southern Alberta to Whitehorse, Yukon every once in awhile. The road is pretty easy except for construction or repairs. A lot of Americans freak out when they think about this road though, judging by some I have talked to. This guy is pretty good so pay attention. I don't know much about border crossings etc. but extra food and gas is a good thing. I always travel with extra food and gas but never had to use it in an emergency...but it is so comfortable to have.
Driven Whitehorse to Mile zero 100 times winter and summer. Never had a flat. Gas can good idea but the longest stretch between main gas stations is 300 miles, usually much less. You can drive by a gas station that's pricey if you plan a bit. Look at a map, they are free in Yukon
The backdrop looks so real! I went between "he is outside", "nope, he is in the studio"! Thank you for the great tips!
You're so welcome! I would love to film on scene for this one :)
Goecker Group one day!
you smokin that gud gud
This is TREMENDOUSLY helpful information! We are moving to AK soon and these videos have helped give us info we didn't even know we would need to know, so, thank you!
Glad I could help! Good luck!
More important than having two spares is starting the trip with NEW tires and if the road is bad SLOW DOWN! We drove it 4 years ago in my then 39 year old Ford Pinto and had zero problems. The vast majority of the road condition was good, no different that any other place I have driven, except its more remote. That saying we also had no problem getting gas. We just filled up when we got to 1/2 a tank and never worried about charring extra.
My Mom and her pintos would go everywhere She drive from Mt. Shasta to Tahoe every winter to see us. She loved them. and never failed her.
@@jeannedosterwise8460I love mine too! Here is our adventure on the Alcan th-cam.com/video/_7C1QEez1_I/w-d-xo.html
I spent over $200 on ratchet straps for the trip from SW FL to Anchorage. It was well worth the money as parts of the AlCan look like the surface of Mars.
SO true!
Good tips. I was not aware of the App. That will be something I will check out before I visit Canada again. I would add to your tips, that people should verify their admissibility to Canada. I DUI or some other offence can and likely will get you turned back at the border.
That's a great point. I've had some people make other recommedations, so maybe I should make Part 2 Alcan video. Thanks for mentioning it!
The roads must be pretty intense. Two spare tires! Wow!
True Stature It really does a number on your car after a while!
It’s a good idea having two spares doing A cross country east to west in the US, driving through long stretches of desert or mountains, good luck finding a tire shop, so definitely two on the road to Alaska through Canada.
This was super helpful thank you! My friend and I are moving to Alaska this summer so this was a perfect video 🙏🏻
Thanks for watching! What part of Alaska are you moving to?
@@alaska_realtor we are moving to Anchorage!!
The highway of tears, hauntingly beautiful!
Can't argue with that!
I noticed your Angelo State Track hoodie in your thumbnail. That is actually why i clicked on this video. I played football and ran track at Texas A&M Kingsville back in the late 90s early 2000s when we were somewhat rivals.
That's awesome! I don't meet a lot of people who has even a foggy idea where Angelo State is lol. Do you live in Texas?
@@alaska_realtor Yes. My aunt & uncle lived in San Angelo and I used to go stay with them for a few weeks during the summer. I grew up in Rockport, TX and live near Houston now in Sugar Land. I am planning a trip to Alaska for this summer.
Loved these tips!! Will definitely be paying attention to these do's and don'ts!
Yes To Tech Perfect, thanks for watching!
The roads aren't that bad but it can be muddy in construction areas. If you don't go off road, you shouldn't need 2 spare tires unless your tires are bad. I did the trip by motorcycle from Michigan towing a small camper trailer with 8" wheels and had no problems.
Hell yea brother
I was told you are given a reasonable amount of time. It’s 24 hours to get through the Yukon but not through all of Canada. It’s impossible to get through Canada in 24 hours. From Coutts, AB to Beaver Creek is 33 hours if you didn’t stop for fuel or hit delays. They are allowing you to get a hotel room as long as you can social distance. White horse is not allowing. In recommend calling ahead. Northern Rockies Lodge will allow US people.
If you start at the right Point of Entry, you would have a shot but it sounds like their requirements have changed since last I checked. Where did you learn that?
@@alaska_realtor What point of entry would you recommend? I’m in the Coast Guard and moving to Kodiak in May. I was planning on driving up from Portland OR
@@SuperJbob1234 I believe there is an entry just north of there through Canada, but you're going to have to take the ferry at some point to get to Kodiak.
I haven't looked...but if you haven't a post COVID update of this would be awesome! Great tips.
What cell provider provides the best coverage when there is coverage.
How long does it normally take to drive the al can?
How easy is it to transport a couple long guns, and maybe a handgun? Moving to Alaska this fall and I hate to drive in wilderness areas without some kind of weapon.
Thanks
Summer, in '79 unbelievable, no b.s.
This is awesome! I'm taking my chances and stepping out on faith😔😌
Glad it helps! Where are you moving from?
@@alaska_realtor Tennessee. I've always wanted to go to Alaska. I've lived in a couple of other states as well, and traveled through many. Yet, my heart remains in the Alaska, lol.
I remember going fishing in Canada in the 60’s not even needing a passport.
Sounds like the glory days!
What have you heard or experienced as far as break down service on a rental type vehicle, such as Uhaul ? You can fix you own if you wish, but no way allowed with them.
My experience has been that the breakdown service is pretty bare bones on a rental vehicle. So, get as much as you can but take more of the precautions into your hands. That's been my experience, though others have hopefully had better luck!
Are there vaccine requirements for traveling through Canada?
Last I heard there was. I don't know if they've changed that recently or not. Canada is not known up here for handling the pandemic very well.
@@alaska_realtor Among many here, I very much respect your video! It’s an excellent clear presentation of all the pertinent facts, and your responses in comment section are consistently caring and to the point. Grew up in Calgary, recently moved to lower 48 from Matsu Valley. Multiple road trips; advice is right on !!!! Only have to disagree that Canada “is not known for…. ” (from where? TX, AK?)… their handling of the Pandemic well. Data doesn’t support; Canada’s populace Vax rates in the mid-80th percentile, no endemic shortage of testing materials, focusing on now protecting children, not just simply reacting in alarm to higher children hospitalizations. Agree, plan s/b to just have your Vax passage set up using the ArriveCan App indicating your responsibility by your Vax record card. Cheers, for a trip of a lifetime!
so i am moving to anchorage from Colorado. hopefully within the next month or so. i kinda figuired about the food water extra tires and all that. But just kinda curious with the ferry from washington i know its a tad more expensive but it is worth saving wear and tear of the tires and engine. i was kinda curious.
this is a good question. worth shipping a vehicle at Seattle/Tacoma instead of driving it all that way?
@@starmaster191 so u take the ferry from Portland or Seattle and it takes everything and you towards a coastal Alaska. And from there it's like a 4 -5 hour drive to Anchorage depending on weather
@zach ferre yeah ut the ferry costs about $1800 to $2000 so it's almost better off to drive cause it's cheaper
It really depends on what you're bringing with you. Do you have any firearms that you're bringing with you?
@@alaska_realtor yes I would like to bring firearms I have three. And yes looks like I'm driving
How can you avoid Canada altogether? from Alaska Marine Highway. Taking my mother in-law is 83 Don't want her to spend so much time down Blood clots. We are seeing my brother in -law in Homer. Can you suggest routes we Overland so we can go allot of places? Please answer if you can. Thank you.
If you're trying to avoid Canada, unfortunately the only options are to fly or take the ferry from Dillingham. You can actually get off at Whittier, which is within 30 minutes of Anchorage.
@@alaska_realtor Thank you when we get off in Whitter, well Drive to Homer where my brother in-law Lives unless the Mandates get lifted then Driving thru Cananda Go Truckers
@@jeannedosterwise8460 Got it. If you're going to Homer, I wonder if you can just go directly to there with the ferry?
@@alaska_realtor Could but we are also bringing two jeeps to overland with So for us we can go thru the tunnel and check out the history there too. after we leave homer go as far north as we can before heading back down to California. I'm hoping the Freedom convoy can help get rid of the Mandates.
I am planning to drive through the alcan high way with my honda civic hatchback sport 2020 around the first week of April. Will I make it?
Yeah you got it. Just take your time on the bumpy parts and slow down on turns and you'll be fine.
Excellent informations, thanks, you got yourself a new subscriber.
Awesome, thank you!
i made this drive from anchorage to dc in six days in the month of march. Never again. beautiful scenic drive but best advice i was given before making the drive was. whenever you see a gas station..... fill up
Early mid or late may? Most likely driving a motorhome from WA. Wanting to maximise time in AK for building a new home
Early may would be perfect! Good luck. Don't forget to subscribe for more Alaskan living and real estate updates!
Great tips indeed, especially the App. I just downloaded it and uploading the info requested. What about gas stations? Looks like there almost non-existent from middle to the north of Canada on the ALCAN Hwy.
Glad to hear it! For the gas stations, you'll need to make some calls. Some of those stations are seasonal and some of them are having work done and it won't be reflected online. A safe bet is never to let your tank get below half before you start looking for one.
What would you suggest on job wise. Should we apply for a job before?.Will a employer in Anchorage hire someone before they are living there? Thank you
It depends on the profession, but most employers would rather hire someone when they live up here. If it's a highly specialized profession, they might have to accept someone before they move up here.
does your ins., cover you while your traveling thru Canada to Alaska
Planning on driving up to Juneau from Arizona. My question is, Can I drive trough BC with one license plate? They only give one here but noticed BC might want 2. Can you pkease help?
Maybe get hold of an old Milepost and see what changes have occurred. (the road is constantly being upgraded)
i used the app and it does work make sure you upload you covid shot first
Thank you for sharing these tips! It surely helps my planning better for the future trip :)
This is a weird question but I’m moving to Alaska and I really want to bring my houseplants. What are the rules with that?
If you're moving along the Alcan, call the Canadians and make sure there's no big rules about it. If they're house plants, I can't imagine that would be a huge deal but I would really look it that.
@@alaska_realtor Yes I wouldn’t think so either but that’s a good idea. I’d hate to get all the way to the border and not have all my ducks in a row! Thanks for responding
Hello! I’m driving through Canada to my next military base in January. Not taking the ferry and I have a dog. I’m pretty nervous but am doing it anyways. Would appreciate anymore tips you could message me. (I also drive a Jeep Wrangler)
Hey Madison, that's quite the adventure! Are you going alone and to which base/post are you going? The Canadians are being REALLY strict about Americans staying where they are supposed to be, so the best I can tell you is to play by their rules while you're there. Based off of the experiences of some folks who recently traveled through there.
@@alaska_realtor my parents were going to fly up here and help me make the drive. Do you know where I can find the current rules and regulations for driving through there? Also do you think I’ll run into issues with my parents coming with me since they’re not the ones who have orders? I don’t have a base yet but I do know I’m going to the lower 48. Thank you!
Hi, great tips. I am planning a 2023 trip to Alaska. But after listening to you and reading some of the comments I’m wondering if I should take a different route and not the AlCan Hwy. My daughter is in a wheelchair and I drive a wheelchair accessible Honda Pilot which doesn’t have very much clearance. We will also be pulling a 14’ camper. Sounds like the AlCan Hwy could do a number on the Honda. Your thoughts?
I’m planning on driving a truck up with my brother from Washington to North Pole, Alaska at the end of November. It’s a brand new truck and is winterized. I’m very used to driving in snow and ice living in Alaska. Any tips for winter driving ?
Yes, bring along about 5 gallons of extra gas just to be on the safe side. There are some long stretches of the road that don't have gas stations, and some of them shut down during the winter. That, and gas efficiency isn't as high in the winter because it's designed to be thicker.
24 hours to get through Canada? I though we had like 6 days to drive down to the lower 48
It's changed since I posted this video
What's the trip like today ?
We are thinking next July, seems like that's a good weather time to make it before fall. Been watching your vids. Any other insights to driving up? I am a nurse with family, we've decided to ship firearms, no pets til we land. Can you suggest a site to reference border check of acceptable items to bring through?
That's great! I bet yall are excited to be coming up here. Check out the Canada Border Service Agency website. They're pretty thorough there AND it's updated pretty regularly.
Trying to help my aunt move her new suv to Ak. What is the boarder like if I am helping her drive the alcan.
Speaking to canada border officials ahead of time is smart because of pandemic rules, and plus they have the best answers
6:16 24 freaking hours!!??? Brother, tell me how that is even possible. You've got treacherous terrain that can take DAYS to get through including resting eventually throughout the trip. GPS says it takes almost 40 hours to get from Washington border to Alaska border. I hope I heard that wrong because that sounds insane to me!!
24 hours to get through the Yukon Territories.
Great information thanks
Will gps work for navigation, is there a 24 hour travel requirement to go through Canada? Downloaded the arriveapp thank you!
No 24 hour travel requirement checked Canada website
Good deal, they changed that!
SO WHATS THE AVERAGE SPEED LIMIT GOING THROUGHT CANNADA? IF YOU HAVE SUCH A SMALL TIME LIMIT OR TIME SPAN IN GETTING THROUGH CANNADA?
ARE YOU SAYING THAT YOU ONLY HAVE 24HR FROM ENTERING CANNADA TO RE ENTERING THE USA AGAIN?
Typically, how are the road conditions late March/early April?
Sloshy. The snow is melting at that time and there will usually be a lot of mud.
@@alaska_realtor too much mud to drive safely? we'll have a small-mid size SUV hauling a 3k (or less) lb trailer
I'm planning on driving from montaña to encourage this June 2022 in an older motorhome low milage on it I've worked okln itvavquit a bit just finished with new belts and an altanater today have an extra ten gallons of gas and it has two has tanks on it new ten ply tires on it and changed my phone plan to att for better service have a generator for power at night stressing a bit about the trip
What time of year is the best to travel. We were thinking of doing it in the middle of March.
I would personally shoot for after May if you can. Keep in mind, March is still going to be winter up there. Not the end of the world if you can't make that work, but it's certainly preferable.
Is it rough on class A motor homes?
Can I travel with firearms from WA to AK?
Through Canada? Technically, but it's pretty challenging. I would just ship them if you can do it.
What do you mean about the 24-hour deal to get through Canada?
That was a provision from A WHILE ago. At one point, that's what their website said, but it's changed since then. Kinda impossible to do that, which is why I bet they changed it.
What are the conditions like in mid-October?
Cold and likely getting the first snow of the year. It's coming early this year it feels.
Hey I’m on military orders to to go to Alaska. How unsafe is it to drive through ALCAN at the end of October?
That's going to depend on how much stuff you're bringing with you, but I would strongly advice against it. Can you take the ferry?
@@alaska_realtor I will hopefully hear back from the travel agent today or tomorrow on taking a ferry. If we were to make the drive it would just be my wife and I in a Nissan Pathfinder that is decently packed.
@@Arnold2217 Gotcha. I would say that it would be highly preferrable to take the ferry. The roads will likely be OK, but there are a lot of restrictions on traveling out there at the moment and dealing with that on top of the winter would make it an extra challenge. Let me know!
@@alaska_realtor unfortunately the agent said everything is booked til December 28th so we will have to drive the Alcan. I do have a ferry scheduled from Whittier to Kodiak. Now I’m just researching what is still open and the safest way to get to Whittier. Thank you for creating your video, it was really helpful.
@@Arnold2217 Roger that. I'm going to try to interview one my clients who recently drove the Alcan to see what they experienced. They're awesome people so be looking for that and let me know if you have any questions I can help with!
I have driven the ALCAN 5 times. Here is my commentary on the "tips"
tip 1: Either bring an extra tire or be okay with the trip taking extra time. I have had one flat tire on the trip and if there wasn't a full-size spare available it would have been a 5 day wait for a replacement.
tip 2: bullshit hysteria, there is gas at major intervals. Buy a Milepost and study it, if you are going for a long stretch fill up earlier than necessary.
tip 3: Yes. get your paperwork taken care of and check it out in advance.
tip 4: Sure, bring some water and food, but don't go overboard. There are plenty of people on the road and every time I have seen people on the side of the road there are good samaritans ready to help.
tip 5: Not an issue. Yes there are dead spots but there is internet at the gas stations.
tip 6: 100% Milepost is better than the Bible out there.
tip 7: Bring a credit card and know what the currency exchange is on the card.
tip 8: This is expired with the times.
tip 9: Sure, but this is a small number of travelers.
tip 10: Duh - this is international travel. He's stretching this out
tip 11: See tip 10
tip 12: You should do this with any travel trailer. Not trip specific
Bonus: Not a thing outside of normal life
How about driving this in a Jetta in the winter
You know it would probably be OK, my concern would be if something did happen if you could get it repaired there
IS THERE ANYWAY THAT YOU KNOW OF TO REQUEST A LONGER TIME LIMIT IN GETTING THROUGH CANNADA IF YOU ARE DISABLED AND YOUR DISABILITY IS LIMITING YOU IN THE AMOUNT OF TIME YOUR ABLE OR ALLOWED TO OPERATE YOUR CAR EACH DAY?
IF YOU HAVE ANY INFROMATION ON THIS WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE ANY HELPFUL POINTS YOU COULD GIVE TO ME...?
After Tip #1 (spare tire) I get laughing because we did trip "Chicago - Prudho Bay - Chicago" this summer. Thank you, KIA Carnival!
Gentlemens, do you know where is Prudho Bay? The end of Dalton Highway on the beach of Arctic Ocean.
Really interesting and helpful info!
Thank you!
I disagree. After driving this route twice, I’ve found that the hype surrounding the difficultly of the road is way overblown. There are way worse roads in the states, where I live.
Oh for sure there are more challenging roads! There's always a more challenging road, but what makes the Alcan unique is that most people on it are going to be towing a trailer.
Lol which roads?
i'm going to be making the drive up to canada from san diego in april and i'm only taking my car (a kia soul) and anything that can fit inside it. before i leave, i plan on having my car completely checked and like new to avoid any possible mishaps. is the alcan as scary for a regular car as it is for large ones? i want to make sure i'm safe but i also want to make sure i'm able to fit everything i need in my car at the same time. any tips or info would be appreciated.
That's exciting Charlie! You should be able to make it, as long as you have some kind of snow tire/all weather tires and you don't weigh it down too much. It'll be during breakup when you're driving.
Make sure .
i took 6 days and they didn't have problem with that
How out of date is this? I thought you were allowed now to visit Canada???
Last I heard you can drive through if you're moving to AK but not just to visit.
Experts say 1 tire if you have very good quality tires to begin with
Had to watch this again. I gotta get the current mile post and headed to Amazon right now to order an Atlas if they still even exist. hehe
It's a solid purchase!
@@alaska_realtor Just ordered on Amazon and should be here the 13th. I ordered the Nat Geo Atlas as well. I'm trying to convince the wife to turn the GPS and all the fancy stuff on this new truck off and lets travel like we did when we were teens........So far, no luck. hehe.
I won't be making this trip until I can lollygag.
6:25 Nice burping sequence, thanks for sharing , geez , how about a re-do of that 10 seconds
Anytime. Tune in next time and I'll include some farting sequences.
@@alaska_realtor Can't wait!
The glare off your head blinded me thx
It was useful, but this is the only video that actually made me fearful of traveling
And have a new spare tire on it
I’d recommend to absolutely not download that app.
Really? What was your experience?
@@alaska_realtor think “big brother “ and the utter failure of governments to prevent hackers from accessing their databases. Other than that, it’s just wonderful;(
@@JeepCherokeeful Good to be aware of. Thank you!
No handguns nor mace
We've never had any trouble taking bear spray across the border. Just fyi.....
@@throwaway692 you shouldn’t have, bear spray is ok, mace is definitely not.
@@JeepCherokeeful Yeah... I screwed that up! LOL! I also found out I was mistaken about the kinds of firearms the Canadians will allow.
@@throwaway692 and handguns require a special permit!
@@JeepCherokeeful No handguns. I was just concerned that they might not allow my semiauto shotgun. But it looks like that's ok so long as it's at least a certain length. I don't plan on doing any hunting. And we always observe good practice for bears. But sometimes they don't always get the message. And I'm not going into the Yukon with nothing but bear spray.
24 hours to get from one border to an other...really?
Sorry, bring money? Wow.
Sorry this is a very generic video no real info.
Sorry you think that. Feel free to check out the podcast and I interview a lot of people about the trip on the Alcan.
Huh? you mean Canadia isn't a US state? 🤣
Y soooo many thumbsdown..you are found wanting, do better nxt time.