Explore the journey — one trail, museum, meal, and memory at a time.
TOK, AK
A restless night beside the border led to a day of discoveries. From watching geese in a quiet pond and finally learning the purpose of thermosyphons along northern highways to reflecting on Indigenous languages and culture before crossing back into Alaska, the drive to Tok offered far more than just miles on the odometer. The day ended at Eagle Trail State Recreation Site as I prepared for the journey toward Wrangell–St. Elias.
River Beauty and Rough Roads
A simple drive from Whitehorse to Tok turned into a nine-hour day of coffee shops, grocery store adventures, faulty gas pumps, roadside naps, wildflower photography, rough sections of the Alaska Highway, international bicycle travelers, and rabbits that seemed determined to stand in the middle of the road. The scenery was spectacular, even when the weather refused to cooperate.
Teslin, YT
A quiet drive from Watson Lake to Teslin turned into one of the most interesting days of the trip. From seeing my first wild caribou to learning about WWII aviation history, Indigenous culture, and life in remote Yukon communities, Teslin revealed far more depth and history than I expected.