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Fully revised and updated, this guide has thirty-one drives that highlight the natural and cultural history of the land. Stories and facts about the people, natural environment, and region to enhance traveling.

Pack up the car and enjoy thirty-one drives through some of the most spectacular scenery in the North Country. This indispensable highway companion maps out trips for exploring scenic byways and gravel highways, from the majestic beauty of snowcapped Denali in the Alaska Range and the lush coastal forests of British Columbia's Inside Passage in the south, to the vast expanse of the Yukon's Arctic tundra and far into the upper reaches of the Northwest Territories.
Inside you'll find:

" Itineraries ranging from 41 miles to more than 1,390 miles in length
" Route maps for each drive
" In-depth descriptions of national parks, preserves, and recreation areas
" Where to find North Country treasures, such as massive glaciers, native ruins, ghost towns, wilderness parks, and local wildlife
" Historical information and suggested side trips
" Tips on camping, travel services, and best driving seasons

An Alaskan resident, Erik Molvar has been exploring the length and breadth of the Far North since 1988. He hopes that his writings will create greater awareness and appreciation for the historical and natural features of the Great Land so that these features may be preserved for the generations that follow.