Ep33Driving an RV from Soldotna to Valdez Alaska | Ultimate Scenic Highway & Glacier Road Trip Guide

Experience #Mantanuska Glacier, The Alaska HUB, St Elias Mountains, #Kennecott Copper Mine, on one of the most spectacular RV drives in North America as we travel from Soldotna to #Valdez, Alaska in our Cool Nana Coach Class C motorhome. This incredible Alaska road trip takes us through mountain passes, #WorthingtonGlacier , valleys, rivers, and some of the most breathtaking scenery and wildlife you'll ever see. Along the way we stop at hidden viewpoints, scenic overlooks, and iconic destinations that every Alaska traveler should experience. 01:24 Sterling Highway 01:56 Seward Highway 02:04 Glenn Highway 02:15 Palmer & Richardson Highway 03:18 Glacierview -Mantanuska Glacier 06:28 Tolsona & Ranch House Resort ( Alaskan Road House) 11:28 St Elias Mountains 11:54 The Alaska Hub 12:44 The Copper River Valley 13:56 Kennecott Mine @ McCarthy 15:49 Take A Look at Valdez In this video: ✅ Driving a Class C RV through Alaska ✅ Soldotna to Glennallen Highway ✅ Richardson Highway Scenic Byway ✅ Wrangell Mountains viewpoints ✅ Worthington Glacier ✅ Thompson Pass ✅ Keystone Canyon ✅ Bridal Veil Falls ✅ Horsetail Falls ✅ Arrival in beautiful Valdez Whether you're planning your first Alaska RV adventure or simply love scenic drives, this route is one of the state's absolute highlights. 🚐 Route Overview Starting Point: Soldotna, Alaska Destination: Valdez, Alaska Approximate Distance: 365–385 miles (depending on route) Driving Time: 7–9 hours without extended sightseeing Recommended Time: Full day or split into two days for the best experience. Much of the final portion follows the historic Richardson Highway, Alaska's first major long-distance road and a designated scenic byway featuring glaciers, waterfalls, and mountain landscapes. 📍Points of Interest 1. Kenai Peninsula Kenai River Mountain vistas Wildlife viewing Salmon fishing areas Excellent opening footage with forests, rivers, and wide-open Alaska landscapes. 2. Glennallen A perfect fuel and rest stop before heading south toward Valdez. Good location for: groceries fuel restaurants RV break 3. Wrangell Mountains Views Just south of Glennallen you'll find spectacular views of: Mount Drum Mount Wrangell Mount Sanford These massive volcanic peaks dominate the eastern skyline. 4. Trans-Alaska Pipeline Several pullouts provide excellent views of one of the world's most famous engineering projects. Perfect B-roll footage. 5. Worthington Glacier ⭐ One of Alaska's most accessible glaciers. Visitors can park and walk on paved paths to excellent viewpoints just minutes from the highway. 6. Thompson Pass Elevation: approximately 2,800 feet. Expect: snow-capped peaks alpine meadows waterfalls incredible panoramic drone-style views Even in summer, snow often remains visible on surrounding mountains. 7. Keystone Canyon One of the most dramatic drives in Alaska. Highlights include: narrow canyon walls rushing rivers steep cliffs waterfalls around nearly every bend 8. Bridal Veil Falls & Horsetail Falls Both waterfalls are easily visible from the highway and are among the most photographed locations near Valdez. 9. Arrival in Valdez Finish your drive in one of Alaska's most beautiful coastal towns featuring: fishing harbor Prince William Sound glaciers marine wildlife mountains dropping directly into the ocean What to Expect ✔ Long daylight hours (18–20+ hours) ✔ Occasional sunshine mixed with clouds ✔ Frequent light rain showers near Valdez ✔ Cooler temperatures at Thompson Pass ✔ Windy conditions possible in mountain areas Valdez and Thompson Pass receive significantly more precipitation than interior Alaska, so waterproof gear is recommended even in midsummer. 🚍 Class C RV Driving Tips Keep fuel above half a tank whenever possible. Use designated pullouts to let faster traffic pass. Descend mountain grades slowly and avoid riding the brakes. Watch carefully for moose, bears, and eagles near the roadway. Construction zones and pilot cars are common during summer maintenance season.