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Old 04-14-2018, 07:30 PM   #1
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Canadian border requirements

We will be leaving Yellowstone NP in early July and towing our Montana 3611 to Homer, Alaska. I'm getting conflicting info on what we can take across the border into Canada. We will be in Alaska for a few months thus would like to take ample food supplies. Has anyone already experienced this that could give us some advice on what to expect at the border? In addition, we are planning on bringing back some fish but don't how much if any we can transport thru Canada on our way home. Any advice will be greatly appreciated.
 
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We made the trip two years ago without an issue. Our biggest surprise was no firewood. https://www.tripsavvy.com/what-can-i...canada-1481670 is one site you can use plus there are many others. Would assume you will buy a current Milepost which also has a lot of helpful info.

Found dealing with the Canadian border crossing was generally easier than the US folks going into Alaska or back into the US coming south. There are limits on alcohol, beef, fruits, pets, firearms, cash and others that you should be aware of. Was never checked at any crossing but answered all their questions honestly - thats when they took our firewood. You will need a passport or passport card to get back into the US but your drivers license is all that's required to get into Canada.

No need to take large quantities of food - it is readily accessible all along the way but we always had food for 5-7 days in the rig. Plenty of Walmarts and Costco. Brought about 20 lbs of fresh salmon back without an issue.

Its a great trip - take your time and have fun! We are going back to BC this summer but will wait another year before heading to Alaska again. You will meet lots of friendly people in Canada and Alaska. Bring a good camera.
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Old 04-14-2018, 08:20 PM   #3
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No firearms without prior approval (no handguns). Tax must be paid on alcohol above allowable limits. Double check your medical coverage as many don’t cover travel outside the USA. Auto insurance not an issue at least with USAA. Have made several trips into Canada, lots to see, great folks, beautiful country.
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Last year we travel to Canada and getting into Canada was easy, getting back into the USA required either a passport or an enhanced driver's licence. We also had to have a current health certificate for our dog to cross the border in both directions.
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