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Since 1949, the bible of North Country travel! The MILEPOST® is Alaska’s best-known and trusted source of travel information.

Since 1949, The MILEPOST® has been the bible of North Country travel. Delivering more information for planning and enjoying Alaska and Western Canada than any other source. Thousands of people who travel North this year will have one thing in common...The MILEPOST. There is no more complete travel guide available to Alaska and the far Northwest than The MILEPOST. Updated annually by a team of experienced field editors, don't hit the road without it!

10/09/2026

📣 THE WAIT IS OVER! 2027 THE MILEPOST® PRE-ORDERS ARE NOW OPEN! 🎉

Planning your 2027 Alaska adventure? Now is the time to reserve your copy of THE MILEPOST® 2027!

📖 Two ways to pre-order, but there's a difference!

Order directly from shop.themilepost.com: Your copy will ship as soon as it's hot off the presses! Be among the FIRST to get your hands on the newest edition in March.

Order through Amazon: You'll save on shipping costs, but expect your copy approximately a month later in April.

⚠️ A WORD OF CAUTION WHEN ORDERING FROM AMAZON! There are currently about TWO DOZEN copycat publications listed on Amazon with similar names and covers. Be VERY careful which one you choose! A direct link to the correct publication is here: https://link.amazon/B0ftgGn4w.

To make sure you're purchasing the real THE MILEPOST®, look for our official 2027 cover and verify that Stacey Quimby, our Managing Editor, is listed as the author.

The guide is the SAME whether you order directly or through Amazon! The biggest difference is how soon you want it in your hands and what you're willing to pay for shipping.

If you're eager to get a head start on planning your 2027 journey north, ordering directly from THE MILEPOST is the way to go!

Who's already planning their 2027 Alaska adventure?

10/05/2026

🚐🏔️ Planning an RV trip to Alaska in 2027?

Today kicks off a new travel season for RVing to Alaska, an Alaska-based travel community run by THE MILEPOST Managing Editor Stacey Quimby and her husband, Gary.

For 10 years, RVing to Alaska has helped travelers prepare for the journey north with firsthand information about routes, border crossings, campgrounds, the Alaska Marine Highway, destinations, road conditions and RV travel throughout Alaska and Canada.

📖 THE MILEPOST is your mile-by-mile guide to the North. RVing to Alaska is another great resource to add to your planning toolbox.

Join the RVing to Alaska (the Original) Driven by The MILEPOST® community on Facebook today and start planning your 2027 adventure!

09/26/2026

Prince of Wales Island — Our Week in Review 🐋🌲
What a week! When we rolled off the Inter-Island Ferry onto Prince of Wales Island, we knew we had a lot of road to cover for THE MILEPOST and that is why we dedicated a full week there, but I don't think we fully realized just how much we were going to enjoy exploring this huge island.

And there really is a LOT to explore. Prince of Wales has more than 150 miles of paved roads, but when you add in the labyrinth of Forest Service roads crisscrossing the island, there are more than 1,500 miles of road to wander. For road loggers (of the publishing kind) like us, that meant plenty of miles, plenty of side roads and plenty of opportunities to see where they lead!

We started our visit exploring Klawock and Craig, getting our first taste of island life. These two towns are the largest communities on the island and have the most amenities. They each have totem parks to view, restaurants, grocery stores and all the things you can find in a small town. After finding our city decals for the camper we then pointed the wheels north along Big Salt Lake Road continuing our road-logging duties before finding a quiet place to camp along the road toward Kasaan.

The next day took us into the beautiful Haida village of Kasaan, where we met some wonderful locals at the Tribal Hall before hiking through the forest to the historic Whale House, the oldest Haida longhouse in the United States. Along the way we explored the totems, learned more about the history and culture of the community. A big thanks to Beverly and Della who spent time with us and shared the history of Kasaan.

From Kasaan, we continued on to the small community of Thorne Bay, where we enjoyed lunch at Just Reel Bites before heading about 10 miles north of town to make camp at Sandy Beach. That night the wind howled and the rain came down in sheets. Luckily our little roadside pullout kept us protected from the gail force winds although it was a noisy night along the seashore.

The following morning, it was time to put the truck camper to work. We bounced our way up Sandy Beach Road, a narrow, one-lane Forest Service road, continuing north 40 some miles toward Coffman Cove. There, the owners of Whale Point Cabins, Melissa and J.W., graciously invited us to stay in their driveway. Before going to their property we met at the AK-49 and the RIggin Shack for some of the best burgers ever!

What a wonderful visit that turned out to be. That evening we gathered around a bonfire overlooking the strait in front of their cabins, a stretch of water regularly used by whales as a highway. Sitting beside the fire, looking out over the water and visiting with new friends was one of those simple Alaska moments we'll remember long after this road-logging trip is over.

After saying goodbye the next morning, we continued north, exploring the tiny communities of Naukati Bay and Whale Pass before eventually making our way up to El Capitan Recreation Area. And what a surprise we found there! Even though the main attraction, the El Capitan Cave, was closed for the season we found a brand-new campground that has not been listed in the Milepost. It sits in a small bay at the back of an inlet and the lure of another ocean side campsite called us in.

We stayed there for the night and we liked it so much that we did something we haven't done very often during this six-week work trip... We took a day off. No road logging. No racing to the next community. Just a day to slow down and enjoy where we were.

For our final full day on Prince of Wales, it was back to work. We finished up the remaining roads we needed to log and made another pass through Craig and Klawock, tying up the loose ends from a very full week of exploring and supporting local by having dinner at Papa's Pizza. That night we returned to Harris River Campground due to it's close proximity to the ferry terminal.

The next morning at 7am it was time to point the camper back toward the ferry terminal and board the Inter-Island Ferry, The Stikine, for our return to Ketchikan.

Prince of Wales surprised us. It's an island that rewards travelers who are willing to slow down, leave the pavement, explore the Forest Service roads and spend some time in its very small communities. We found beautiful campsites, quiet stretches of coastline, fascinating history and, most importantly, some genuinely wonderful people along the way.

After a week of bouncing down roads, visiting communities and filling our notebooks with updates for the next edition of THE MILEPOST, we're leaving Prince of Wales with a much better understanding of this corner of Southeast Alaska. And plenty of new memories.

Prince of Wales Island—you were an adventure. 🌲🐋🛻
Next stop: Ketchikan!

09/21/2026

🚨 DON’T BE FOOLED BY COPYCAT MILEPOST GUIDES! 🚨

We’re already seeing more than a dozen unauthorized copycat travel guides using The MILEPOST name in their titles online on Amazon when the official 2027 edition isn’t even available for pre-order yet as we are still on the road, road logging for the 2027 edition!

So here’s a quick pro tip for making sure you’re buying the real deal:

✅ Check the publisher.
The official MILEPOST is published by Morris Communications.

✅ Check the author.
Recent official editions will list the Managing Editor as the author: Serine Reeves on editions prior to 2026 and Stacey Quimby beginning with the 2026 edition forward.

✅ Know the cover.
The MILEPOST has a recognizable cover design that carries forward from year to year. Below, we’ve included a sneak peek at the upcoming 2027 edition as well as the 2026 cover so you’ll know what to look for.

📅 And pay attention to the dates!

Official 2027 MILEPOST pre-sales will open soon this fall. Copies ordered directly from TheMILEPOST.com will begin shipping in March 2027, while the 2027 edition will become available through Amazon in April 2027.

⚠️ So if you see a “2027 MILEPOST” for sale before then, check it carefully. Look for Morris Communications as the publisher and Stacey Quimby as the author.🛑

For nearly eight decades, The MILEPOST has been helping travelers navigate the highways and byways of Alaska, Yukon, British Columbia, Alberta and the Northwest Territories. When you’re planning the trip of a lifetime, make sure you’re getting the real MILEPOST. 🗺️🚐🏔️

09/18/2026

⛴️ Thanks for the memories Petersburg, Alaska!

Another stop on our Southeast Alaska MILEPOST road-logging adventure is in the books, and Petersburg gave us a chance to experience a different side of Southeast Alaska.

One of the things we appreciated most was the shoreside camping available at Greens Camp and Wilson Creek. With virtually no dispersed camping options available on Mitkof Island, having more than one camping option was definitely appreciated. The USFS campground we visited, however in our opinion, could use some attention and maintenance as nature is taking over pretty fast and the tree coverage made our Starlink un-usable.

Of course, we had to drive the entire length of the Mitkof Highway or, as the locals say, “out the road” as well as the Three Lakes Loop Road. Both were beautiful drives, although Three Lakes Loop definitely got a little more adventurous! The road narrows to essentially single track in places, and our camper may have left Petersburg with a few new “memory marks” courtesy of some low-hanging branches. 😂 But we realize that’s all part of road logging! So bigger rigs beware.

Petersburg is very much a working fishing town, and perhaps our timing was just a little too late in the season, as many of the shops and businesses were already closed or had limited hours. The folks we did get a chance to meet, were incredibly friendly and welcoming.

With our ferry not departing until 2 a.m., we made the most of our final day where we spent time at Sandy Beach, walked the City Creek Trail and Boardwalk, and finished our last daylight hours in Petersburg with a beachside fire. 🔥🌊 Not a bad way to say goodbye! Then it was off to the ferry terminal, where we grabbed a little sleep before our 1 a.m. check-in and the next leg of our Southeast Alaska adventure.

Thank you, Petersburg, for welcoming us! We may not have caught you at your busiest time of year, but we enjoyed getting “out the road,” exploring Mitkof Island and seeing another community that makes Southeast Alaska so special.

09/14/2026

🇳🇴🐟 HELLO, Petersburg!!

We’ve made it to Alaska’s Little Norway and our next stop on our Southeast Alaska road-logging adventure for the 2027 edition of THE MILEPOST®! 📖

We will be calling Petersburg home through Tuesday night, and we’re looking forward to getting out and exploring everything that makes this island community special, from the working waterfront and fishing fleet to its Norwegian heritage, local businesses, favorite places to eat and those little hidden gems independent travelers might otherwise miss.

Over the next couple of days, we’ll be driving the roads, checking services, visiting businesses and attractions, taking LOTS of photos, and talking with locals along the way.

👋 If you see us around town, come say hello! And Petersburg locals, we want to hear from YOU: If you had friends visiting Petersburg for the first time, what is the ONE thing you’d tell them they absolutely shouldn’t miss?

We know we’ll never be able to visit every business or meet everyone during our short stay, so if there’s something you think THE MILEPOST should know about, please reach out to us at [email protected].

We’re excited to get to know Petersburg over the next few days. Thanks for having us! ❤️

Stacey Quimby
Managing Editor of The Milepost.

09/13/2026

👋 Until next time, Wrangell! Today we officially say goodbye to Wrangell after several wonderful days exploring and road-logging for the 2027 edition of THE MILEPOST®.

We spent our first days getting the lay of the land and visiting the Visitor Center and Museum before heading up toward Nemo Point for a full workday.

With sunshine overhead on Friday and no cruise ship in port, we enjoyed strolling through the shops of downtown Wrangell and visiting several of the community’s historic and cultural sites. We explored Totem Park and Shakes Island, home to a replica Tlingit tribal house, before heading to Petroglyph Beach as the tide receded to search for the ancient carvings hidden below the high-tide line. We also stopped by the local golf and disc golf course, where we spotted a mama doe with her fawns, and spent time exploring the island’s many USFS roads.

For our final evening, we enjoyed coming back into town and dining at the Stikine Inn, where the menu featured locally sourced veggies from the Oceanview Gardens and locally caught seafood entrées. We also picked up some locally grown and harvested oysters from Canoe Lagoon Oysters that we can’t wait to enjoy one evening farther down the road!

Wrangell is a wonderful little town that is well worth adding to your Southeast Alaska itinerary. Visitors will find excellent lodging or camping options depending on your mode of travel, fascinating history, outdoor adventures, welcoming residents and locally owned shops that are worthy of both your time and your tourism dollars.

Thank you, Wrangell, for the warm welcome and a memorable visit. We look forward to sharing more of what we discovered in the 2027 edition of THE MILEPOST®!

Petersburg, Alaska your next... we can't wait to explore you over the next couple of days!

09/09/2026

⛴️ Next stop: Wrangell, Alaska!

Yesterday afternoon we boarded the M/V Columbia for the next stop on our Southeast Alaska MILEPOST road-logging adventure. And WOW… I think the Columbia may have just taken the top spot as our favorite ferry yet! 🤩

She is the largest and fastest vessel in the Alaska Marine Highway (Alaska State Ferry) fleet, carrying up to 499 passengers with 2,660 linear feet of vehicle space. Amenities include observation lounges, a heated solarium, cafeteria, movie lounge, showers, laundry and cabins.

Since we were traveling overnight, we booked a two-berth cabin. But what really makes the Columbia stand out? She has a BAR and a sit-down restaurant! 🍻🍽️

After boarding, we dropped our things in our cabin and headed upstairs to explore. We spent the first few hours in the bar talking with fellow travelers and even had a few Milepost users come up and say hello. We love when that happens!

At 6 p.m. we headed to the restaurant and were seated overlooking the ship’s wake. After great meals and scrumptious desserts, we headed back to our cabin for showers and bed. And BTW… no sailor showers this time! 😂 We thoroughly enjoyed that seemingly endless supply of hot water!

At 2:30 a.m. came the knock on our door giving us the 30-minute warning that Wrangell was next. We gathered our things and waited for the ship to dock. Once the car deck opened, we headed downstairs and drove off. We were just one of two vehicles getting off in Wrangell!

Knowing we would arrive at 3 a.m., I had called the terminal ahead of time for permission to stay in the parking lot until morning. They gave us the okay, so in the pouring rain we tucked the camper into a corner and crawled back into bed for a few more hours of sleep.

And now here we are… Wrangell, Alaska! 📍

We have four days to explore completely new territory for both Gary and me while road logging for the 2027 edition of THE MILEPOST®.

Happy Wednesday! Let the Wrangell adventure begin!

09/08/2026

Thank you Juneau for a wonderful week of road logging for the 2027 edition of The MILEPOST® and exploring everything your community has to offer!

We discovered some real gems during our visit and even had the bonus of spending Sunday with family who arrived aboard a cruise ship. For the day, we got to play both tour guides and tourists as we showed them around town.

Even after four full days of exploring, we couldn’t see it all—but we certainly made a good dent! We’ll continue encouraging independent travelers to experience Juneau for themselves, whether they arrive by plane or ferry. There is so much more to this beautiful city than what can be seen during a few hours in port, and we can’t wait to return again in the future!

Today we will board the Columbia with the Alaska Marine Highway (Alaska State Ferry) and head towards Wrangell for our next stop on our Southeast Milepost adventure!

09/06/2026

Hello SITKA! Yesterday we traded the RV for two airplane seats on Alaska Airlines and flew over to Sitka to road-log for The MILEPOST®!

What a wonderful day it was to explore Sitka! We drove all the main roads as well as took some backroads, one of which had us above the clouds looking down on the Sitka Sound. We even managed to find a campground not mentioned in the Milepost on one of the back roads. In town we had lunch at one of the many restaurants, stopped at the Sitka National Historic Park ran by the NPS, and walked all the historic places around town. Did you know it was here in Sitka on Castle Hill where Russia transferred ownership of Alaska to the United States for $7.2 million on October 18th, 1867, also known as Alaska Day.

We only had the day to explore (as the ferry only runs here every two weeks) so we were only able to scratch the surface. If we didn't have the dogs with us we would have preferred to book a hotel or airbnb and stay a night or two. But even if you only have a day it's worth the side trip. Oh and the funniest thing of it all... our flight was the fastest ever... at only 25 minutes in the air.

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