 Travelling Along the Alaska Highway, JF Bergeron/Enviro Foto photo
Car Travel Traveling by vehicle to Fort Nelson is especially interesting along the world famous Alaska Highway (Route 97). Begin the journey in Dawson Creek at Mile 0 of the Alaska Highway, through Fort St. John and continue north to Fort Nelson (457km/284mi), Historic Mile 300. From here the highway moves through the northern Rocky Mountains to the Yukon border and beyond. All of the Alaska Highway has now been paved, but expect some construction along the way, especially in summer months. Meander along the Alaska Highway through gentle countryside to Liard River Hot Springs. Much of the area, once a mixed deciduous and coniferous forest, was burned in the summer 2009 forest fire. Travel continues from Liard into the Rocky Mountains passing through Muncho Lake, Toad River, Stone Mountain, Tetsa River, and Steamboat Mountain. The distance from Watson Lake, Yukon to Fort Nelson is (531km/330mi). Visitors traveling from the Northwest Territories in the north may choose an alternate route along the Liard Highway (Route 77). The Liard Highway passes through mixed forestland and the Petitot River valley. The Deh Cho wilderness route connects the Alaska Highway to the Liard Highway for those who are interested in a loop trip. Public Transportation Greyhound Canada has a station in Fort Nelson, which allows access to numerous locations throughout Canada and the US.
Air Travel Fort Nelson Airport offers flights with Central Mountain Air, connecting to numerous destinations in British Columbia and Alberta. Calgary charter companies also offer helicopter and small plane travel options. Contact the Fort Nelson Visitor Centre for maps of the area and more information about transportation options.
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