AlCan Info to Skagway and Ferry Info South

[dlrdlh]

This is our first RV trip to the Inland Passage in Alaska, driving the AlCan up from Washington and taking ferries to Juneau, Ketchikan and Bellingham going south. We have a 2017 32' Newmar BayStar, towing a 2019 Jeep Cherokee Latitude on a BlueOx tow bar. Here are my questions -

-We plan to leave Washington 5/6 or so and return around 6/15 to California. How are the conditions of the AlCan Hwy mid-May? I would like to understand the rugged nature of the roads and the issues with altitudes and sharp curves.

-Camping - we are told that, after Dawson Creek, scenery can be very unappealing compared to the remainder of the trip. We plan to drive 220-300 miles per day during the AlCan part of the trip north. Any recommendations for camping and lodging?

-Weather - We're told that many facilities will not even be open until into June because of snow. What is your experience traveling the AlCan in May?

-Protection - We've read reviews in this forum about protecting the toad and the BlueOx tow bar. Any suggestions or advice about the front of the RV?

-Ferries South - We will disconnect the toad from the RV. We are aware of limited days of passage, and no dogs on deck. Any insights from your experience would be most appreciated.

-Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan camping recommendations??

[ByeTheWay]

That is a quick trip. Good Roads. If you see a flag or warning on side of road slow down. Bridge floor are similar to cattle guards slow down. Altitude/Sharp curves no problem. If you hit a frost heave at the speed limit you will slow down for the next one. Some may be fixed/ some not.


Camping: Been twice, found it all scenic. 200-300 miles a day is doable. We boondocked up and back. All you need is solar or a generator.
I do recommend the "Mile Post", new or used copy.

-Weather - Snow?

-Protection - since I removed my Ad Flap, I have not had any issue w/ rocks.


-Ferries South - Book early

-Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan camping recommendations?? No


Great Trip,