Roll Call Alaska 2016
I have been planning this trip for 4+ years. It is now time to update my estimates and make my reservations. Estimate Wash/BC border about 5 May 2016, north on route 97/1/2 to Tok, south to Valdez...
Forum Discussion
missnmountains wrote:I've been on most of those roads in the past and would not hesitate again.
Thank you for the reply. Anyone know of any issues going north out of Coeur d'Alene?
Ken
I'll suggest the problem roads are after Dawson Creek. Think frost heaves, chip seal rocks on the road, rain, floods, fires and then construction.
The construction time frame is very short and the Canadian response is:
Rip up 15 miles of road - like it's gone - no paved section as in NONE, lots of rocks, dirt, mud and a pilot car. Culverts are replaced so you are routed down into the creek bed. What ever it takes to get the 15 miles done - not what it takes for a good ride for you.
This is only one of the many adventures of the Alaska trip - go for it. It's not always that bad but be prepared and go with the flow.
