Has anyone traveled to Alaska in April?

[stinkyfeet]

We are considering it, but I know a lot of activities are limited or not available.  Just wondering if its worth going or if we should wait until after the spring thaw.

[wanderingback]

No not in April. But yeah like you said a lot will be closed. I know the wonderful place I stayed in Sewell will be closed then, as well as the Kenai Fjord boat tour which is absolutely fabulous. I think Denali might be closed then too. I guess if you plan to go to Alaska multiple times you could go in April and then another time. The other thing is Alaska is a lot of driving. I drove by myself and felt very safe, only a few short spots with no cell service. I certainly would’nt feel too comfortable driving so much in the snow/ice during that period.

[stinkyfeet]

Jan 9, 2022 9:51:34 GMT -5 wanderingback said:

No not in April. But yeah like you said a lot will be closed. I know the wonderful place I stayed in Sewell will be closed then, as well as the Kenai Fjord boat tour which is absolutely fabulous. I think Denali might be closed then too. I guess if you plan to go to Alaska multiple times you could go in April and then another time. The other thing is Alaska is a lot of driving. I drove by myself and felt very safe, only a few short spots with no cell service. I certainly would’nt feel too comfortable driving so much in the snow/ice during that period.

Thank you! this was very helpful

[flex]

Do not go in April. It can still be "winter" with possible below zero temps and 6" of snow.
Late May through early July is the best.

[stinkyfeet]

Feb 4, 2022 12:15:54 GMT -5 flex said:

Do not go in April. It can still be "winter" with possible below zero temps and 6" of snow.
Late May through early July is the best.

Thank you!