A historic international road built during World War II, linking northern communities through British Columbia, Yukon, and Alaska.
Why take this road?
The Alaska Highway is both transportation corridor and expedition. Its military construction history, changing mileposts, wildlife, northern settlements, and sheer distances make preparation part of the story.
Signature chapters of the journey
- Dawson Creek and Mile 0
- Northern British Columbia mountain and river country
- Watson Lake and the Sign Post Forest
- Yukon communities and historic roadhouses
- Alaska border country, Tok, Delta Junction, and onward connections
Roadside memory
Historic mileposts, wartime engineering stories, roadhouses, old bridges, and traveler-made sign collections preserve the culture of a road once considered nearly impossible.
RV planning note
This route crosses Canada. Passports, border rules, pet documentation, firearm restrictions, fuel range, road construction, frost heaves, and seasonal services all require current research.
Before departure: verify current closures, construction, wildfire or weather conditions, campground availability, vehicle restrictions, tolls, ferry rules, and attraction hours with the responsible agencies and operators.