When to Go

• Given the harshness of the Alaskan winter, most tourists visit between the end of May and mid-September. June and July sees the greatest demand for RV parks and other camping grounds, so if you plan on visiting Alaska then, it's a good idea to book accommodation well in advance.
  
  Enjoying a summer trip to Alaska not only means that you get the best weather, but it also means you'll be able to enjoy the most hours of daylight, with the state's famous midnight sun peaking on the summer solstice, June 21. However, the website Alaska.org warns that the state's weather is far from predictable and advises visitors to adopt the attitude of locals and enjoy the natural beauty, rain or shine.
  
  

How Long to Go

• The main natural attractions of Alaska, as well as the state's principal towns and cities, are all connected with a good network of roads, making it easy for motorhome campers to get around. That said, most vacationers tend to prefer a relaxed pace, with Alaskan Adventure Discovery RV Tours recommending a travel pace of 120 miles a day.
  
  

Where to Go

• Alaska is home to 15 National Parks and Monuments, most of which are easily reached by road. Natural highlights such as Denali, Kenai Fjords, Glacier Bay and Wrangell St. Elias all have motorhome camping grounds, meaning you can really get back to nature and be well-placed for activities like hiking, walking, wildlife-spotting, hunting and kayaking.
  
  

Renting a Motorhome

• It is possible to travel to Alaska by road via Canada; however, unless you live in the Northwest, such a trip could take several days on its own. As such, it can often be a good idea to fly into Anchorage and hire a motorhome for the duration of your vacation, with the largest city the principal hub for rentals and home to numerous companies that offer vehicles all-year-round.
  
  Most of the larger rental companies take bookings online, with customers often given good discounts for booking in advance. It also pays to shop around for the best deal and to make sure you chose a vehicle according to the size of your party, when you'll be taking your trip and what luxuries you would like to enjoy on the road.
  
  

Considerations

• Taking a motorhome vacation in Alaska is, on the whole, straightforward and likely to be a hugely-enjoyable experience. However, it is a good idea to be sensible and plan for worst-case-scenarios. In particular, it pays to stock up on fuel and food supplies as -- particularly away from the main cities and national parks -- shops and gas stations can be located many miles apart. Additionally, sunscreen and a good insect repellent are essential during the spring and summer months.