What you'll do
I am putting all the stops for the Alaska Highway into one day so you can decide how many days you want to do this drive in!
Day 1
Mile 0 Alaska Highway
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Epic road trip adventure awaits!
The Alaska-Canada Highway Mile 0 marks the starting point of the iconic road trip route that stretches from Dawson Creek, British Columbia, to Alaska. This is where it all begins!
Inga Lake Campground
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free camping spot
Inga Lake Campground is a free campground located on the Alaska highway. Its got dedicated spots that are spacious and very private. Some sites are even waterfront!
Tetsa River Lodge
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Rustic lodge with homemade charm
Tetsa River Lodge, also known as the "Cinnamon Bun Centre of the Galactic Cluster," has been a family-run establishment for over 40 years, now in its third generation with the Andrews family.
Featured on the Food Network for their incredible cinnamon buns, and from someone who's eaten A LOT of cinnamon rolls, this lives up the hype!!
Stone Mountain Provincial Park
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Remote wilderness with diverse trails
Stone Mountain Provincial Park, located along the Alaska Highway in the northern Rocky Mountains, offers stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities.
Summit Lake Campground - Stone Mountain Provincial Park
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Remote camping in stunning landscapes
Summit Lake Campground in Stone Mountain Provincial Park offers a remote and picturesque setting for camping.. Situated along the Alaska Highway. With frontcountry hikes like Erosion Pillars Trail and Flower Springs Trail,.
Muncho Lake
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Scenic beauty in northern Rockies
Muncho Lake Provincial Park is a beautiful spot in British Columbia, Canada, located along the Alaska Highway near Fort Nelson.
Liard River Hot Springs Provincial Park
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Natural hot springs in Canada
Liard River Hot Springs Provincial Park in British Columbia, Canada is home to the second largest natural hot springs in the country. The park features a natural river of hot water rather than a man-made pool, making it a unique and relaxing spot for visitors. With amenities like bathing pools, change houses, and wheelchair access, it's a great place to unwind and enjoy the warm waters surrounded by lush plant life and diverse wildlife.
Its $5 per entry or $10 for the year. If you stay at the campground which is $26 per night, entry into the hot springs is included.
Liard Hot Springs Lodge & RV Park
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Cozy lodge near natural hot springs
Liard Hot Springs Lodge & RV Park is a cozy stop on the Alaska Highway.
Its right across the road from Liard hot springs, you can stay in a hotel room or stay at their full service RV park.
Admittedly, this campround is not very nice and has very small sites but if you need hooks up's or the provincal park was full, it will do the trick.
Coal River Services
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gas station with free souvenir
Grab your free souvenir here!! It is an Alaska highway coin, you can select if you want it in gold or silver! No purchase required!
Whirlpool Canyon
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Powerful river canyon
Quick stop along the Alaska highway to see a whirlpool like shape in a canyon!
Welcome to Yukon Sign
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welcome sign
Welcome to the Yukon sign along the Alaska highway!
Sign Post Forest
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Unique collection of travel signs
Sign Post Forest is a quirky collection of signs located in Watson Lake, Yukon, Canada, along the Alaska Highway. It all started back in 1942 when a homesick GI decided to add a sign pointing towards his hometown, Danville, Illinois. Since then, visitors have been adding their own signs to the mix, resulting in over 100,000 unique markers scattered throughout the forest. It's like a giant scrapbook of travel memories that keeps on growing with each new addition.
Watson Lake
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Cozy town with quirky attractions
Watson Lake is a cozy town in Yukon, Canada, known for its quirky Sign Post Forest and the Northern Lights Centre. Also located here is the beautiful Watson Lake!
Rancheria Falls
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Scenic waterfall hike in Yosemite
Rancheria Falls is a beautiful waterfall located along the Alaska highway! Its a quick stop with a large parking lot and a boardwalk path to the falls!
Carcross Desert
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Smallest desert in the world
This is deemed "the smallest desert in the world"! Its a pretty neat spot and very different than the rest of the area. You can off road here if you want too but make sure you have a vehicle that can handle deep sand!
Emerald Lake
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Turquoise gem in Rockies
Small pullout on side of the highway shows you above this bright emerald coloured lake! This lake has clear lines of blue & bright green sections making it one of the most beautiful lakes we've ever seen!
Miles Canyon
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Scenic river gorge near Whitehorse
Miles Canyon, in Whitehorse, is a stunning natural wonder that was formed millions of years ago by lava flows. The turquoise waters of the Yukon River rush through the cliffs.
There is a suspension bridge going across the river & lots of hiking options!
Kluane National Park and Reserve
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Breathtaking nature in Yukon
Kluane National Park & Reserve in the southwest Yukon is a nature lover's dream, boasting towering mountain peaks, massive glaciers, lush forests, and abundant wildlife.
There are 3 Yukon campgrounds to stay at here. They cost $20 per night and have no hook ups. Dezadeash Lake Campground, Aishihik Lake Campground & Congdon Creek Campground. Unlike most other national parks in Canada, you can disperse camp in this park. Just find an area that doesnt have a sign telling you not to and you are good to go!
If you dont do any hiking here, one day is enough time as this park is mostly for hiking & backcountry camping.
Hikers can easily spend one weekend - one week exploring the trails.
Welcome to Alaska Sign 1
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Exploring Alaska's rugged beauty
The "Welcome to Alaska" sign is a classic symbol of entering the Last Frontier. This concludes the drive down the iconic Alaska highway!