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2inAlabama's avatar
2inAlabama
Explorer
May 13, 2015

Is my coach too big?

We have a 42 ft coach. Is this too big for camping in Canada and Alaska?

How about camping in the lower 48? We have been denied access to only a few parks. Is this typical? Thanks.

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  • No problems whatsoever for the lower U.S., Canada, Yukon and Alaska. In addition, there are awesome spots just to pull off along the road to spend a night.

    Purchase Mike and Terri Church's book 'Alaskan Camping' which includes Canada and the Yukon, also.
  • You've apparently put a lot of miles on the rig over the past few years, so I don't really understand the reason for the question, though - you obviously know the answer.
  • There are thousands of coaches the size of yours cruising around Canada and Alaska. There are some parks you can't get into (some I can't even get my 32 into) but lots you can.
  • Ivylog's avatar
    Ivylog
    Explorer III
    AK more than Canada but still possible. We've done both the Maritime and Rockies of Canada without any problems in our 42.
  • You are good to go, as far as camping in BC, Yukon and Alaska. Some provincial parks and rec sites parks are intended for smaller rigs, but you'll have no troubles finding suitable places.


    Gary Haupt