I would expect a few delays for road construction. Thanks for the tip
on the alternate/additonal routing.
Larry
Craig wrote:
> "Larry" wrote...
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>>Any advice received will be appreciated regarding travel time/average
>>driving speed (car, not RV) on the Alaska highway (Dawson Creek, B.C. to
>>Tok, AK). I have a copy of the 2007 Milepost and have studied/continue to
>>study it. I believe I can base travel time on a average driving speed of
>>50 - 55 m.p.h. plus time for sightseeing stops, fuel, breaks. I would
>>appreciate the thoughts and suggestions from those knowledgeable of the
>>trip. I am planning on departing Dawson Creek on August 13, give or take a
>>couple of days.
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> Well, you've done the big part already by getting the Milepost. There may
> be some areas with lower speed limits--some of the climbs/descents and maybe
> around Muncho Lake. As you start up it, check into construction zones, if
> any, so you'll be prepared--it's always possible that there'll be a 25 mile
> stretch where you'll be lucky to average 25 mph due to road work.
>
> Just a suggestion--but if you're doing a round trip and have the time,
> return via a different route:
>
> Tok to Whitehorse via the Taylor/TopOfTheWorld/Klondike Hwy, and the Cassiar
> Hwy, etc. really could add to your enjoyment of the summer.
>
> You don't say how long you'll be up there, but keep in mind that by
> mid-September many of the sightseeing attractions and some of the services
> start to shut down for the season. The Milepost is quite good at letting you
> know which lodges, etc. remain open all year. Have oodles of fun.
>
> Craig
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