Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
What to Drive?
It is very possible to travel through the north by car or small SUV, staying at B&Bs, hotels
and cabins enroute. Roads are generally in good shape. Even in the far north we never ex-
perienced any road conditions that required 4WD.
Clearance does count however, so those low-lying “skirts” that some cars sport would be
a bad idea. There will be times you need to slow down to ease over a bump or through a
pothole. Similarly, low-profile tires that don't survive urban potholes are not going to last
very long in the north. Re-tire with thick, multi-ply rubber and take an extra full-sized spare
on a rim. Know how to change it. You'll be good to go.
Renting an RV
Even if you are a newbie, smaller RVs are easy to drive and the rental agency will teach you
the really important stuff like how to empty your sewage tank. You will want to know how
to do this. Most drivers quickly get used to the size and length. Most important rule? Don't
start turning the corner till your rear wheels clear the obstacle you are turning around. It's
also comforting to realize that most damage to RVs is caused by trees and branches when
they are being backed into camping spots. The solution to this is easy - get your partner out
there spotting and LISTEN to them!
We spotted a very interesting homebuilt RV in Watson Lake: You would want to mind the
high branches with this one!
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