Alaska - how late is too late in the season
#1
Posted 08 July 2018 - 04:55 PM
2015 Hawk on a 2016 Tundra TRD Pro
#2
Posted 08 July 2018 - 07:54 PM
Our 5 trips to Alaska have all been mid Aug or later.
The last trip was from middle Aug to middle Sept.
We didn't drive there but took the ferry from Bellingham Wa.
You might PM Robbie ,he lives in Watson Lake,Yukon.
I am sure he would be very happy to give you any info.And you would go through his home area.
Our last trip was in 2016 and we spent 6 weeks from home to home. I have a trip report on my travel blog.
Graylon I live just outside of Castroville North Monterey Co.
If I can answer any questions please feel free to PM me.
Frank
2002 Tundra AC TRD 4WD Limited 2009 ATC Bobcat loaded http://sharychic.blogspot.com/
#3
Posted 09 July 2018 - 02:21 AM
#4
Posted 10 July 2018 - 12:59 AM
Lived in AK a few years, currently have a cabin in far NW BC. That time of year will be fine for a camper, perhaps even ideal. Bugs mostly dead, colors spectacular in many places, and generally low traffic compared to midsummer. Although it may snow, shouldn't stick much and unlikely to be a problem with driving.
#5
Posted 10 July 2018 - 01:04 AM
#6
Posted 12 July 2018 - 03:35 PM
2015 Hawk on a 2016 Tundra TRD Pro
#7
Posted 01 August 2018 - 06:58 PM
The earliest I have ever seen snow stick up here was the first week of September, about '91 or so. Usually the snow doesn't stick until sometime in October. If you are prepared to deal with snow, you'll probably be fine.
The only thing I'd add to what others have said is that you are going to be driving through mountain passes in Canada on the way home. Middle to late September in the Interior can be nice. A fall snow storm in the Canadian Rockies might be another kettle of fish. Maybe you could plan to take the ferry from Haines to Bellingham or Vancouver on the way back? It's expensive, but restful and good scenery.
#8
Posted 01 August 2018 - 07:44 PM
Second on the ferry.A great way to travel,yes extra $$ but it is an option.
Also you can catch the Northern Expedition out of Pr. Rupert to Port Hardy then down
Vancouver Island a great trip with some good camp sites around Cambell River.
Frank
2002 Tundra AC TRD 4WD Limited 2009 ATC Bobcat loaded http://sharychic.blogspot.com/
#9
Posted 04 October 2018 - 08:36 PM
#10
Posted 04 October 2018 - 08:40 PM
My wife and I are leaving from VA to head to Alaska in mid November and then to SoCal and then back east just after the new year. Looking for advice and comments
You should PM member robbie he lives in Watson Lake ,Yukon and could give you some travel ideas.
Frank
2002 Tundra AC TRD 4WD Limited 2009 ATC Bobcat loaded http://sharychic.blogspot.com/
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