Plan your route. Study maps of Alaska and familiarize yourself with the highways and ferry systems in the area where you will be traveling. Plan to camp overnight in RV parks that have dump stations and supply stores. A website with a list of Alaska RV camping spots is in the Resources section.
Pack spare RV parts and tools for repairs. You may not encounter repair shops for several days, so it is important to know how to operate the tools. Bring spare tires, electrical fuses, duct tape and roadside flares. Consider bringing fan belts and motor oil, as well.
Stop in large cities to dump your trash and visit dump stations. The larger cities such as Fairbanks have septic systems that can handle dumps from multiple RVs, and they also have municipal systems for handling trash. If you can't get to a larger city, dispose of your trash in marked areas to avoid littering.
Get up before dawn to watch for wildlife as you are camping. Do not approach or feed the animals. Advise all members of your party to do the same. Program the number for the Parks and Recreation Department into your phone to report bears or any other predators in your area.
Monitor your campfires closely. Put them out completely before you leave them unattended. Alaska has problems with campfires spreading each summer.
Bring bottled water or a water filter system. Do not drink water from fresh water sources, because they may be contaminated with parasites or other disease-carrying organisms.
