Travel into Yukon

Question

Does anyone know of a rental company that allows the car to drive to Yukon and back from Anchorage? Thanks

Answer

Great question. Yes — there are a few rental companies in Alaska that *allow* their vehicles to be driven into the Yukon (Canada), but there are important restrictions and conditions. Here are some options and key things to watch out for:

Rental Companies That Permit Travel Into the Yukon / Canada

GoNorth Alaska: Their 4×4 SUVs and trucks explicitly allow travel into Yukon.
- You need to inform GoNorth in advance of your plan to cross into Canada.
- Their 4×4 vehicles are cleared for “all public roads,” including many gravel roads in Alaska *and Canada*.
- They offer one-way rentals between their Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Yukon (Whitehorse) locations.
Alaska 4×4 Rentals: Also allows cross-border travel to Canada (Yukon) if you call in advance.
- They will provide a “letter of authorization” for border crossing.
- Note: There is a mileage allowance for Canada travel — e.g. 250 miles/day, and fees for additional miles.
GoNorth’s Truck Camper / Motorhome Options: Their 4×4 trucks and camper vans are also permissible for Canada travel.

How to Do It – Things to Consider

Notify the rental company up-front: When making the reservation, clearly state that you intend to cross into the Yukon. The rental company needs to note this in the contract.
Insurance / Documentation: Rental companies will usually provide a special insurance certificate (sometimes called a "Yellow Card") that is valid in Canada. Make sure you request and carry that.
Road restrictions: Even with cross-border permission, not all roads may be allowed. For example, very rough or unmaintained backroads could be restricted.
Mileage limits: As mentioned, some rental companies limit how many miles you can drive per day while in Canada, or charge extra for additional mileage. GoNorth has a 250 mi/day allowance in Canada before extra fees apply.
Border Crossings: Plan your crossing point carefully. The Alcan–Beaver Creek border crossing is a common route into the Yukon.

Bottom Line / Recommendation:

GoNorth Alaska is probably the best bet for renting a vehicle in Anchorage and driving into the Yukon. Their 4×4 SUVs or trucks can cross the border, and they explicitly permit travel on many gravel roads.
Alaska 4×4 Rentals is another solid choice — good for gravel-road-capable vehicles, though make sure they note your Canada plan in the rental agreement.
When booking, be very clear about your Yukon plan, ask for any special documentation (like a cross-border insurance card), and double-check which “roads” are allowed for your rental vehicle class.

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