🚐 The Great Northern Adventure Begins: An RV Journey from Florida to the Yukon

Planning an RV trip to the Yukon from Florida isn’t just a road trip—it’s a full-scale adventure.

Our 12,000-mile journey will take us through some of the most iconic landscapes in North America—Yellowstone National Park, Glacier National Park, Banff National Park, and the breathtaking Icefields Parkway—before heading deep into the remote wilderness of the Yukon and northern British Columbia.

But instead of rushing to Alaska like many travelers do, we’re choosing a different approach.

We’re slowing down.

We want to experience the most scenic, wildlife-rich, and meaningful parts of the journey—not just check destinations off a list.

The Great Northern Adventure Begins

There’s something about heading into the Northwest that feels different-always an element of exploration of the unknown

This year, we’re setting out on what may be our most exciting journey yet—a five-month RV journey from Florida to the Yukon. Not the typical Alaska loop, but something more intentional, more relaxed, and far more focused on the journey itself.

We’ll travel through Yellowstone, Glacier, Banff, and the Icefields Parkway before exploring the Yukon in depth, with a few carefully chosen Alaska side trips along the way.

Quick Trip Overview

• Distance: ~12,000 miles

• Duration: 5 months

• RV: Winnebago Journey

• Route: Florida → Yellowstone → Glacier → Banff → Yukon → Cassiar Highway

Our Goals for This RV Trip

This trip started with one big realization—we were rushing through incredible places just to get to the next one.

So this time, we changed the plan.

Beat the crowds

We’re leaving earlier than ever—end of April—to reach Yellowstone before peak season and recapture that quieter experience we loved.

Slow down in the best places

Rather than packing in Alaska, we’re giving the Yukon and northern British Columbia the time they deserve.

Hit the Canadian Rockies at the right time

We’re threading the window between Victoria Day and late June to avoid peak crowds in Banff and Lake Louise.

Make it about experiences, not just destinations

From wildlife sightings to scenic drives to time with family (including 11 nights with our grandson in the Rockies), this trip is about moments—not miles.

Challenges of a Yukon RV Journey

No trip like this comes without challenges—and this one has plenty.

Timing the season

Too early means snow. Too late means crowds. We’re aiming right in that sweet spot.

Campground reservations

Canadian parks book fast—and often through timed release systems or lotteries. Getting sites that fit a 42’ RV adds another layer.

More boondocking than usual

We’re planning to be more self-sufficient on this trip, which means careful planning for power, water, and supplies.

Distance and wear on the RV

At five months and 12,000 miles, this trip is already a big one. Adding Alaska would mean more time, more wear, and peak tourist season—so we’re saving it for another adventure.

Our RV Route to the Yukon

Our route is designed to balance iconic destinations with quieter, less-traveled areas.

• Florida → Yellowstone (mid-May target)

• Yellowstone → Glacier National Park

• Waterton (Canada side of Glacier)

• Kananaskis (with planned golf stops)

• Banff & Lake Louise

• Icefields Parkway → Jasper

• Alaska Highway → Yukon

• Dawson City (furthest north point)

Alaska side trips include:

• Drive toward Chicken, Alaska (truck only)

• Haines → Skagway ferry route

Hyder, Alaska

Return route:

• Cassiar Highway through British Columbia

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Why We’re Skipping Alaska (For Now)

We realized something important—you can’t do everything well in one trip.

Adding Alaska would mean another 30+ days, more driving, and peak crowds. Instead, we’re focusing on doing the Yukon and northern Canada right.

Alaska will be its own trip—and something to look forward to.

What’s Next

In the next few posts, we’ll break down:

• RV prep for long-distance travel

• Boondocking setup and lessons learned

• Campground booking strategies in Canada

• Route planning for large RVs

This is just the beginning of the adventure.