~ Alaska Roads & Highways ~

Q: Is the Alcan Highway paved and it is safe to drive even in the winter?
A: Yes! Road conditions are usually better than most people expect. Almost the entire length of the Alaska Highway is asphalt-surfaced. Of course you'll always want to be alert for moose, caribou, porcupine and bears that might cross the road in front of you.

Q: What are the main highways & roads?
A:
Alaska Highway
   from Dawson Creek BC to Delta Junction
Chena Hotsprings Road
   from Fairbanks to Chena Hotsprings
Dalton Highway
   from Mi. 73 Elliott Hwy to Deadhorse
Denali Highway
   from Paxson to Cantwell
George Parks Highway
   from Anchorage to Fairbanks
Glenn Highway
   from Anchorage to Tok
Richardson Highway
   from Fairbanks to Valdez
Seward Highway
   from Anchorage to Seward
Steese Highway
   from Fairbanks to Circle
Sterling Highway
   from Sterling Junction to Homer.

Q: Where can I find more info?
A:
http://www.bellsalaska.com/highways.htm
http://www.dot.state.ak.us/
http://www.usroadconditions.com/ak.shtml

Do you have comments or experiences you'd like to add on this subject after your visit to Alaska? Drop me a note and I'll add it here if it seems appropriate.

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