Our Alaska Backcountry Explorer is for those who want to explore the real Alaska and get as remote as you can on the Alaska highway system. Riding ranges from excellent scenic pavement to challenging two-track and ATV trails in the heart of the Alaska wilderness. Get ready to be wet, muddy and ride some challenging terrain - All at the foot of the tallest mountains on the continent.
Play hard during the day and laugh around a campfire every night.
Tour Details
Road Conditions
Paved roads and gravel roads are the main. The out-rides are two-track jeep trails and four-wheeler tracks with rocks, mud and water crossings. This ride is for those who know how to ride, or those who want to get much, much better.
Lodgings
Nice hotels to rustic hotels to remote road houses. You don't come to Alaska for the finest in accommodations, and you will not find it here. However, you will find the scenery, the solitude and the vast natural surroundings to be world-class. If you are camping, hot showers are available.
Tour Difficulty
Advanced
Highlights for this motorcycle tour
- Hatcher Pass
- Denali Highway
- Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
- Valdez
- Glenn Highway
- Camping and Laughing
Alaska Backcountry Explorer Adventure Itinerary
Meals Included in Package: (B) = Breakfast (L) = Lunch (D) = Dinner
Friday, July 26th:
Arrive in Anchorage, Alaska
Come to the shop and meet your bike. Welcome Dinner and stay in Anchorage.
(D)
Saturday:
Anchorage to Copper Center - 200 miles
Ride the National Forest Scenic Byway the Glenn Highway. It is rated as one of the top ten scenic rides in the United States. Ride past mountains and glaciers on a paved highway all the way to our first destination, Copper Center. Stay in Copper Center.
Sunday:
Free Day - Up to 200 miles
Optional rides abound:
Visit Wrangell-St. Elias National Park (by either the Edgerton Highway to McCarthy and Kennicott Mine, or ride the Slana Road into Devil's Mountain Lodge).
Ride to Valdez (one of the best scenic paved rides on this planet.)
Explore nearby two-track roads (These will take you to wild Alaska!)
Stay in Copper Center.
Monday:
Free Day - Up to 200 miles
Optional rides abound:
Visit Wrangell-St. Elias National Park (by either the Edgerton Highway to McCarthy and Kennicott Mine, or ride the Slana Road into Devil's Mountain Lodge).
Ride to Valdez (one of the best scenic paved rides on this planet.)
Explore nearby two-track roads (These will take you to wild Alaska!)
Stay in Copper Center.
Tuesday:
Copper Center to Denali Highway (210 miles)
Ride scenic Denali Highway to Paxson and head south on the Richardson Highway to the Gold Rush town of Copper Center. Stay in Copper Center
Wednesday:
Free day on the Denali Highway - up to 70 miles
Explore the surrounding area on challenging two-track rides in the area. Get ready for stream crossings, riding to the tops of mountains and seeing abundant wildlife. This is an Alaska that few get to actually experience.
Stay on the Denali Highway
(B), (L), (D)
Thursday:
Free day on the Denali Highway - up to 70 miles
Same itinerary as the day before. More very fun stuff. Stay on the Denali Highway. (B), (L), (D)
Friday:
Denali Highway to Anchorage (250 miles)
Ride 250 miles of paved and dirt road to Anchorage. Enjoy scenic Hatcher Pass Road and mountains galore. Farewell dinner this night in Anchorage. Stay in Anchorage. (B) (D)
Saturday:
Fly Home or keep the dream alive!
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*Warning:*
This is not a normal motorcycle ride. This is an adventure. This ride is not for wimps. This tour requires elements of endurance and stamina. Riders must be able to ride in adverse weather conditions and adverse road conditions. These roads are some of the roughest and most remote in the world. Riders must be physically fit, mentally strong, and able to cope with adversity. The accommodations on this trip range from luxurious to disapointing. Be ready for a true adventure!
To Book this Tour:
To secure a spot for our Alaska MotoQuest Camp please register and pay $500 deposit.
Travel:
Arrive and depart from Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
For any other travel options, please contact us at: 1-800-756-1990 for advice.
You may also reach our travel agent Sally at: Sally@alaskatravelsource.com, or(907) 562- 2213
Just tell her you are part of a MotoQuest Tour!
Reading:
Lonely Planet Alaska
Money:
US Dollar
Please note that meals and fuel are not included in the tour price. We recommend that you budget about $100.00 per day for food and fuel (this is just an estimate of expenses and is not including adult beverages.) Many places in Alaska accept Visa and MasterCard but it would be wise to have some cash on hand in case there are problems at remote lodges.
Arrival Day:
Send us your travel information so we know when and where to meet you. Please be prepared to show your current motorcycle drivers license.
Gear:
Bring riding gear that is warm and waterproof (a riding suit with pads is best). We recommend Olympia Moto Sports (AST Jacket Mens/Womens and Ranger 3 Pants for Men, Promax Pants for Women). Also bring: Stout water-proof boots, rain gear, a warm hat, rain-proof gloves (2 pair), hiking shoes, bug spray, lots of underwear, fleece layers, full-faced helmet, swim suit (if there are hot springs), and a good camera are the things you need on the trail.
Back to TopAre you kidding??!!! This was a blast!!
Ian Flenning, Michigan”
