Book Description

Referred to by travellers as "the bible of North Country travel" since it was first publishd in 1949, The Milepost is an essential travel companion for anyone planning or taking a trip to Alaska, the Yukon Territory, the Northwest Territories, northern Alberta or British Columbia. The Milepost provides detailed mile-by-mile (km-by-km) road logs and maps of all northern routes, including the famous Alaska Highway. The Milepost is updated annually by experienced field editors who drive every bit of every road, providing accurate and up-to-date information on attractions, activities, food, gas, lodging and camping.Travel by air, ferry, cruise ship, bus and rail is also covered in The Milepost. Each and every updated edition includes Alaska State Ferry and B.C. Ferries schedules, important information on crossing the border, a calendar of events, a pull-out Plan-a-Trip map, litre to gallon conversions, U.S. and Canadian exchange rates and dozens of other travel tips. Special features in the 2003 edition of The Milepost include exploring Denali National Park; driving ice roads, paddling the Yukon River, riding the Alaska Railroad and travelling with pets.With its wealth of detail, The Milepost is a wonderful resource for anyone interested in the North, whether it's for gold rush history, the trans-Alaska pipeline, bird watching, Native culture or glaciers.The Milepost is a classic travel guide and a must for every northbound traveller.