Length
The Alaska Highway officially runs 1,422 miles from Dawson Creek, British Columbia, through the Yukon Territory to Delta Junction, Alaska. It unofficially continues to Fairbanks, Alaska, ending at Milepost 1,523.
Construction
The construction of the Alaska Highway is recognized as one of the "greatest engineering feats of the 20th century," according to the Alaska Almanac, 31st edition.
Improvements
After World War II, the Alaska Highway was turned over to civilian contractors for graveling and widening. They replaced log bridges with steel and rerouted several points.
Tourism
Improvements on the highway continue today as tourist traffic increases. During the months of May to September, there are many people who travel with their recreational vehicles to take in the sights of this beautiful drive. Logging trucks also utilize the Alaska Highway frequently.
Wildlife
Animals you may often see along the mostly paved drive are black bear, moose, caribou, wolf, fox, deer, mountain goats, buffalo and even some road-roaming horses, possibly all in the same day.
Prepare
If making a trip on the Alaska Highway, take an extra air filter for your vehicle, as the dry spells can make for an extra dusty drive, along with an extra gas can. Gas stations are far a few between.
