Alaska Adventure Go-Van — Custom-Camperized 2020 Ford Transit-250.
5
Excellent
13
Animaux acceptés
25+
2 couchages
20 ft. long
This Ford Transit-250 was purchased factory-new, delivered to Anchorage and over a period of a few months skillfully converted by Alaska Camper Van Conversions into this unique, sophisticated mobile living space. Several innovative design elements were proposed by the original owner, a friend of mine, and have since been incorporated in Acvc’s subsequent builds.Unlike a Sprinter-based camper, the Transit’s more upright walls provide more living and storage area, adding up to increased spaciousness and freedom of movement.As a vehicle, it drives and handles easily, no differently than a late-model full-size pickup truck, partly thanks to a Van Compass suspension kit, increasing height and ground clearance a couple inches while further optimizing ride quality. The Transit cab's large side windows and mirrors, tall windshield and high-mounted backup camera afford commanding, all-around visibility on congested urban streets, the open road, and in busy parking lots.The living space is sturdily constructed of welded and powder-coated aluminum in keeping with Acvc’s marine vessel construction heritage. The marine design philosophy extends to everything else as well—from insulation to electrical and plumbing systems, it’s a would-be oceangoing vessel for Prince William Sound or the Bering Sea—with just the hull substituted by a van body. The aesthetic is tastefully utilitarian and functionally elegant.• Camper Electrical System:
—448 Ah deep-cycle battery bank charged by twin 100w photovoltaic rooftop panels, shore power or the vehicle's charging system when underway. 12VDC to 110VAC accomplished by an integrated power inverter.• Ample interior lighting, dimmable and section-selectable.• Ample compartmental storage.• Potable Water System:
Supply: two refillable (removable and cleanable), 5-gallon Nalgene jugs supplying an automatic pump system with pressure accumulator, plumbed to the sink faucet and an aft hose outlet for equipment rinsing or outside shower. 2.7 gallon 110VAC Bosch water heater. There is purpose-built storage space available for additional 5-gallon water jugs.• Graywater System:
Approximately 6 gallon reservoir with inside valve-operated drain, normally open.• Heating:
Webasto Air Top 2000 STC B gasoline combustion heater making 3753-7000 Btu; maximum burn rate: 9.13 fl. oz. (0.27 liter) per hour from the vehicle's fuel tank; 8 hours operation, maximum consumption: slightly more than 1/2 gallon from the vehicle's 31 gallon fuel tank.• Ventilation:
Is whisper-quietly provided by a directly- or remotely-controlled bi-directional, ceiling-mounted fan. Active air conditioning (cooling) only supplied by the engine-powered factory system, i.e., while driving; but this is Alaska where summer temperatures generally stay reasonably temperate, with only occasionally overly-warm exceptions in the interior.• Window covers:
4-Season insulated, custom-fitted 7-piece window-cover set by Xplr Outfitters provides light-blocking, privacy, and insulation from heat buildup during the high summer months in the interior, or wherever when the sun is up most of the day. During winter these covers are essential, of course, for keeping heat in.• Food Preservation & Cooking:
—Refrigeration: a 12VDC Isotherm model w/a small freezer space.
—Stove: 2-burner propane camp-stove with 2 1-lb. fuel bottles provided, allowing for more table space and flexibility; and, I've recently added as an option a single-burner propane camp-stove for increased countertop space-saving convenience.• Cookware, small appliances, utensils, cups, glasses, kitchen towels, etc. including a programmable electric rice cooker, a toaster and blender. A full set of stainless steel cook-pots and pans are included, as well as a cast-iron pan and griddle.• Sleeping:
—Bed is oriented transversely for better use of space; the Transit's more vertical walls (when compared to a Sprinter) allow for 75" width at the sleeping platform's level above the aft storage "garage," incorporating two custom-made mattresses measuring 71" long, 27" wide, 5" thick. Bed platform height is adjustable above the garage floor, or can be removed entirely or in half (for one sleeper and more floorspace) for the rental period with advance notice; if climbing up to the bed height is a problem, a step ladder is available and/or I can lower the bed several inches. The control switch panel for lighting and heating is in easy reach of the bed's forward head-end. Both positions are supplied with a reading lamp. A duplex USB 5v charging port is conveniently located. A full set of linens is provided, laundered with fragrance-free detergent.• Exterior Features:
A handcrank-operated full-size awning is mounted on the right.Ce qui est inclus• 2 bear repellant spray units are included. If used or lost, actual replacement cost will be deducted from deposit. You very likely will never see a bear, though you probably will see moose; not for use on moose.• Local airport or hotel pickup and drop-off is included.Travel on unpaved highways is prohibited; this includes the Denali Highway past the end of pavement west of Paxson; the McCarthy Road past Chitina and the Dalton Highway to Prudhoe Bay north of the Yukon River crossing. To a large extent this is because of their remoteness and lack of cell coverage in the event of a problem. In addition to this factor, the McCarthy Road is in poor condition in certain areas requiring a higher lift than this van's suspension provides for prevention of damage to the the engine's vulnerable cooling system. Recovery and repair can take months to accomplish, devastating the vacation plans for other visitors.RecommandationsChickenstock, Chicken, Alaska, north of Tok is June 14 & 15.
• [URL removed]
Denali National Park beckons, particularly when the sky is clear. My website includes several photographs of the Alaska Range, including Denali (aka “Mt. McKinley”).[URL removed]40 miles south of Anchorage is the dual road-railway tunnel to Whittier and the gateway to Prince William Sound where the Alaska Marine Highway System's car ferry docks for those wishing to travel through the sound for Valdez, rejoining the road system (or the reverse route to Whittier). On the way to or from Whittier at the south end of Turnagain Arm is the skiing resort/community of Girdwood, worth a slight diversion.[URL removed]Closer to home base, the Kenai Peninsula offers Seward and Homer, with campgrounds in between. From Homer you can park and take a water-taxi across Kachemak Bay to Seldovia; or better, ask to be landed directly at the nearby Between Beaches Alaska luxuriously rustic cabin resort on MacDonald Spit for a night or two:[URL removed]Also recommended, and on the road above Homer:[URL removed]Just outside Seward is the turnoff for Exit Glacier in the Kenai Fjords National Park (no entry fees): [URL removed]In Seward the Alaska Sea Life Center is well worth a visit:
[URL removed]Closer to Anchorage, up the Mat-Su Valley, Hatcher Pass road is highly recommended during the warm season. Another hour or so from Palmer near Sutton on the Glenn Highway is the Matanuska Glacier, well worth a visit and guided tour, year-round:[URL removed]
[URL removed]Within the municipality of Anchorage, sunsets from Point Woronzoff can be spectacular; nearby is the north end of Runway 33 at Anchorage International Airport, a world-renown attraction for plane-spotting enthusiasts and photographers, particularly for the Boeing 747 and other wide-body freighters. Opposite Point Woronzoff at the south end of the airport is Kincaid Park, known best for its cross-county ski facilities during the winter months and shoreline access and trails all year.Up on "The Hillside" above Anchorage is parking at the trailhead for Flattop Peak, some 3,000' above and overlooking Anchorage; various other maintained trails abound in the Chugach.Along Turnagain Arm when the conditions are right, the bore-tide may be observed; The tidal shift offshore Anchorage and in Cook Inlet can vary 35 feet or more, twice a day during certain times of the lunar cycle and time of year. Even on more typical 25-28' days, it's still impressive. Continuing with the subject of Turnagain Arm, on the way to Kenai and Homer is the road to Hope, another nice place to camp and explore.[URL removed]This is, of course, an incomplete list, albeit comprising the extent of my road-system knowledge.
—448 Ah deep-cycle battery bank charged by twin 100w photovoltaic rooftop panels, shore power or the vehicle's charging system when underway. 12VDC to 110VAC accomplished by an integrated power inverter.• Ample interior lighting, dimmable and section-selectable.• Ample compartmental storage.• Potable Water System:
Supply: two refillable (removable and cleanable), 5-gallon Nalgene jugs supplying an automatic pump system with pressure accumulator, plumbed to the sink faucet and an aft hose outlet for equipment rinsing or outside shower. 2.7 gallon 110VAC Bosch water heater. There is purpose-built storage space available for additional 5-gallon water jugs.• Graywater System:
Approximately 6 gallon reservoir with inside valve-operated drain, normally open.• Heating:
Webasto Air Top 2000 STC B gasoline combustion heater making 3753-7000 Btu; maximum burn rate: 9.13 fl. oz. (0.27 liter) per hour from the vehicle's fuel tank; 8 hours operation, maximum consumption: slightly more than 1/2 gallon from the vehicle's 31 gallon fuel tank.• Ventilation:
Is whisper-quietly provided by a directly- or remotely-controlled bi-directional, ceiling-mounted fan. Active air conditioning (cooling) only supplied by the engine-powered factory system, i.e., while driving; but this is Alaska where summer temperatures generally stay reasonably temperate, with only occasionally overly-warm exceptions in the interior.• Window covers:
4-Season insulated, custom-fitted 7-piece window-cover set by Xplr Outfitters provides light-blocking, privacy, and insulation from heat buildup during the high summer months in the interior, or wherever when the sun is up most of the day. During winter these covers are essential, of course, for keeping heat in.• Food Preservation & Cooking:
—Refrigeration: a 12VDC Isotherm model w/a small freezer space.
—Stove: 2-burner propane camp-stove with 2 1-lb. fuel bottles provided, allowing for more table space and flexibility; and, I've recently added as an option a single-burner propane camp-stove for increased countertop space-saving convenience.• Cookware, small appliances, utensils, cups, glasses, kitchen towels, etc. including a programmable electric rice cooker, a toaster and blender. A full set of stainless steel cook-pots and pans are included, as well as a cast-iron pan and griddle.• Sleeping:
—Bed is oriented transversely for better use of space; the Transit's more vertical walls (when compared to a Sprinter) allow for 75" width at the sleeping platform's level above the aft storage "garage," incorporating two custom-made mattresses measuring 71" long, 27" wide, 5" thick. Bed platform height is adjustable above the garage floor, or can be removed entirely or in half (for one sleeper and more floorspace) for the rental period with advance notice; if climbing up to the bed height is a problem, a step ladder is available and/or I can lower the bed several inches. The control switch panel for lighting and heating is in easy reach of the bed's forward head-end. Both positions are supplied with a reading lamp. A duplex USB 5v charging port is conveniently located. A full set of linens is provided, laundered with fragrance-free detergent.• Exterior Features:
A handcrank-operated full-size awning is mounted on the right.Ce qui est inclus• 2 bear repellant spray units are included. If used or lost, actual replacement cost will be deducted from deposit. You very likely will never see a bear, though you probably will see moose; not for use on moose.• Local airport or hotel pickup and drop-off is included.Travel on unpaved highways is prohibited; this includes the Denali Highway past the end of pavement west of Paxson; the McCarthy Road past Chitina and the Dalton Highway to Prudhoe Bay north of the Yukon River crossing. To a large extent this is because of their remoteness and lack of cell coverage in the event of a problem. In addition to this factor, the McCarthy Road is in poor condition in certain areas requiring a higher lift than this van's suspension provides for prevention of damage to the the engine's vulnerable cooling system. Recovery and repair can take months to accomplish, devastating the vacation plans for other visitors.RecommandationsChickenstock, Chicken, Alaska, north of Tok is June 14 & 15.
• [URL removed]
Denali National Park beckons, particularly when the sky is clear. My website includes several photographs of the Alaska Range, including Denali (aka “Mt. McKinley”).[URL removed]40 miles south of Anchorage is the dual road-railway tunnel to Whittier and the gateway to Prince William Sound where the Alaska Marine Highway System's car ferry docks for those wishing to travel through the sound for Valdez, rejoining the road system (or the reverse route to Whittier). On the way to or from Whittier at the south end of Turnagain Arm is the skiing resort/community of Girdwood, worth a slight diversion.[URL removed]Closer to home base, the Kenai Peninsula offers Seward and Homer, with campgrounds in between. From Homer you can park and take a water-taxi across Kachemak Bay to Seldovia; or better, ask to be landed directly at the nearby Between Beaches Alaska luxuriously rustic cabin resort on MacDonald Spit for a night or two:[URL removed]Also recommended, and on the road above Homer:[URL removed]Just outside Seward is the turnoff for Exit Glacier in the Kenai Fjords National Park (no entry fees): [URL removed]In Seward the Alaska Sea Life Center is well worth a visit:
[URL removed]Closer to Anchorage, up the Mat-Su Valley, Hatcher Pass road is highly recommended during the warm season. Another hour or so from Palmer near Sutton on the Glenn Highway is the Matanuska Glacier, well worth a visit and guided tour, year-round:[URL removed]
[URL removed]Within the municipality of Anchorage, sunsets from Point Woronzoff can be spectacular; nearby is the north end of Runway 33 at Anchorage International Airport, a world-renown attraction for plane-spotting enthusiasts and photographers, particularly for the Boeing 747 and other wide-body freighters. Opposite Point Woronzoff at the south end of the airport is Kincaid Park, known best for its cross-county ski facilities during the winter months and shoreline access and trails all year.Up on "The Hillside" above Anchorage is parking at the trailhead for Flattop Peak, some 3,000' above and overlooking Anchorage; various other maintained trails abound in the Chugach.Along Turnagain Arm when the conditions are right, the bore-tide may be observed; The tidal shift offshore Anchorage and in Cook Inlet can vary 35 feet or more, twice a day during certain times of the lunar cycle and time of year. Even on more typical 25-28' days, it's still impressive. Continuing with the subject of Turnagain Arm, on the way to Kenai and Homer is the road to Hope, another nice place to camp and explore.[URL removed]This is, of course, an incomplete list, albeit comprising the extent of my road-system knowledge.
This Ford Transit-250 was purchased factory-new, delivered to Anchorage and over a period of a few months skillfully converted by Alaska Camper Van Conversions into this unique, sophisticated mobile living space. Several innovative design elements were proposed by the original owner, a friend of mine, and have since been incorporated in Acvc’s subsequent builds.Unlike a Sprinter-based camper, the Transit’s more upright walls provide more living and storage area, adding up to increased spaciousness and freedom of movement.As a vehicle, it drives and handles easily, no differently than a late-model full-size pickup truck, partly thanks to a Van Compass suspension kit, increasing height and ground clearance a couple inches while further optimizing ride quality. The Transit cab's large side windows and mirrors, tall windshield and high-mounted backup camera afford commanding, all-around visibility on congested urban streets, the open road, and in busy parking lots.The living space is sturdily constructed of welded and powder-coated aluminum in keeping with Acvc’s marine vessel construction heritage. The marine design philosophy extends to everything else as well—from insulation to electrical and plumbing systems, it’s a would-be oceangoing vessel for Prince William Sound or the Bering Sea—with just the hull substituted by a van body. The aesthetic is tastefully utilitarian and functionally elegant.• Camper Electrical System:
—448 Ah deep-cycle battery bank charged by twin 100w photovoltaic rooftop panels, shore power or the vehicle's charging system when underway. 12VDC to 110VAC accomplished by an integrated power inverter.• Ample interior lighting, dimmable and section-selectable.• Ample compartmental storage.• Potable Water System:
Supply: two refillable (removable and cleanable), 5-gallon Nalgene jugs supplying an automatic pump system with pressure accumulator, plumbed to the sink faucet and an aft hose outlet for equipment rinsing or outside shower. 2.7 gallon 110VAC Bosch water heater. There is purpose-built storage space available for additional 5-gallon water jugs.• Graywater System:
Approximately 6 gallon reservoir with inside valve-operated drain, normally open.• Heating:
Webasto Air Top 2000 STC B gasoline combustion heater making 3753-7000 Btu; maximum burn rate: 9.13 fl. oz. (0.27 liter) per hour from the vehicle's fuel tank; 8 hours operation, maximum consumption: slightly more than 1/2 gallon from the vehicle's 31 gallon fuel tank.• Ventilation:
Is whisper-quietly provided by a directly- or remotely-controlled bi-directional, ceiling-mounted fan. Active air conditioning (cooling) only supplied by the engine-powered factory system, i.e., while driving; but this is Alaska where summer temperatures generally stay reasonably temperate, with only occasionally overly-warm exceptions in the interior.• Window covers:
4-Season insulated, custom-fitted 7-piece window-cover set by Xplr Outfitters provides light-blocking, privacy, and insulation from heat buildup during the high summer months in the interior, or wherever when the sun is up most of the day. During winter these covers are essential, of course, for keeping heat in.• Food Preservation & Cooking:
—Refrigeration: a 12VDC Isotherm model w/a small freezer space.
—Stove: 2-burner propane camp-stove with 2 1-lb. fuel bottles provided, allowing for more table space and flexibility; and, I've recently added as an option a single-burner propane camp-stove for increased countertop space-saving convenience.• Cookware, small appliances, utensils, cups, glasses, kitchen towels, etc. including a programmable electric rice cooker, a toaster and blender. A full set of stainless steel cook-pots and pans are included, as well as a cast-iron pan and griddle.• Sleeping:
—Bed is oriented transversely for better use of space; the Transit's more vertical walls (when compared to a Sprinter) allow for 75" width at the sleeping platform's level above the aft storage "garage," incorporating two custom-made mattresses measuring 71" long, 27" wide, 5" thick. Bed platform height is adjustable above the garage floor, or can be removed entirely or in half (for one sleeper and more floorspace) for the rental period with advance notice; if climbing up to the bed height is a problem, a step ladder is available and/or I can lower the bed several inches. The control switch panel for lighting and heating is in easy reach of the bed's forward head-end. Both positions are supplied with a reading lamp. A duplex USB 5v charging port is conveniently located. A full set of linens is provided, laundered with fragrance-free detergent.• Exterior Features:
A handcrank-operated full-size awning is mounted on the right.Ce qui est inclus• 2 bear repellant spray units are included. If used or lost, actual replacement cost will be deducted from deposit. You very likely will never see a bear, though you probably will see moose; not for use on moose.• Local airport or hotel pickup and drop-off is included.Travel on unpaved highways is prohibited; this includes the Denali Highway past the end of pavement west of Paxson; the McCarthy Road past Chitina and the Dalton Highway to Prudhoe Bay north of the Yukon River crossing. To a large extent this is because of their remoteness and lack of cell coverage in the event of a problem. In addition to this factor, the McCarthy Road is in poor condition in certain areas requiring a higher lift than this van's suspension provides for prevention of damage to the the engine's vulnerable cooling system. Recovery and repair can take months to accomplish, devastating the vacation plans for other visitors.RecommandationsChickenstock, Chicken, Alaska, north of Tok is June 14 & 15.
• [URL removed]
Denali National Park beckons, particularly when the sky is clear. My website includes several photographs of the Alaska Range, including Denali (aka “Mt. McKinley”).[URL removed]40 miles south of Anchorage is the dual road-railway tunnel to Whittier and the gateway to Prince William Sound where the Alaska Marine Highway System's car ferry docks for those wishing to travel through the sound for Valdez, rejoining the road system (or the reverse route to Whittier). On the way to or from Whittier at the south end of Turnagain Arm is the skiing resort/community of Girdwood, worth a slight diversion.[URL removed]Closer to home base, the Kenai Peninsula offers Seward and Homer, with campgrounds in between. From Homer you can park and take a water-taxi across Kachemak Bay to Seldovia; or better, ask to be landed directly at the nearby Between Beaches Alaska luxuriously rustic cabin resort on MacDonald Spit for a night or two:[URL removed]Also recommended, and on the road above Homer:[URL removed]Just outside Seward is the turnoff for Exit Glacier in the Kenai Fjords National Park (no entry fees): [URL removed]In Seward the Alaska Sea Life Center is well worth a visit:
[URL removed]Closer to Anchorage, up the Mat-Su Valley, Hatcher Pass road is highly recommended during the warm season. Another hour or so from Palmer near Sutton on the Glenn Highway is the Matanuska Glacier, well worth a visit and guided tour, year-round:[URL removed]
[URL removed]Within the municipality of Anchorage, sunsets from Point Woronzoff can be spectacular; nearby is the north end of Runway 33 at Anchorage International Airport, a world-renown attraction for plane-spotting enthusiasts and photographers, particularly for the Boeing 747 and other wide-body freighters. Opposite Point Woronzoff at the south end of the airport is Kincaid Park, known best for its cross-county ski facilities during the winter months and shoreline access and trails all year.Up on "The Hillside" above Anchorage is parking at the trailhead for Flattop Peak, some 3,000' above and overlooking Anchorage; various other maintained trails abound in the Chugach.Along Turnagain Arm when the conditions are right, the bore-tide may be observed; The tidal shift offshore Anchorage and in Cook Inlet can vary 35 feet or more, twice a day during certain times of the lunar cycle and time of year. Even on more typical 25-28' days, it's still impressive. Continuing with the subject of Turnagain Arm, on the way to Kenai and Homer is the road to Hope, another nice place to camp and explore.[URL removed]This is, of course, an incomplete list, albeit comprising the extent of my road-system knowledge.
—448 Ah deep-cycle battery bank charged by twin 100w photovoltaic rooftop panels, shore power or the vehicle's charging system when underway. 12VDC to 110VAC accomplished by an integrated power inverter.• Ample interior lighting, dimmable and section-selectable.• Ample compartmental storage.• Potable Water System:
Supply: two refillable (removable and cleanable), 5-gallon Nalgene jugs supplying an automatic pump system with pressure accumulator, plumbed to the sink faucet and an aft hose outlet for equipment rinsing or outside shower. 2.7 gallon 110VAC Bosch water heater. There is purpose-built storage space available for additional 5-gallon water jugs.• Graywater System:
Approximately 6 gallon reservoir with inside valve-operated drain, normally open.• Heating:
Webasto Air Top 2000 STC B gasoline combustion heater making 3753-7000 Btu; maximum burn rate: 9.13 fl. oz. (0.27 liter) per hour from the vehicle's fuel tank; 8 hours operation, maximum consumption: slightly more than 1/2 gallon from the vehicle's 31 gallon fuel tank.• Ventilation:
Is whisper-quietly provided by a directly- or remotely-controlled bi-directional, ceiling-mounted fan. Active air conditioning (cooling) only supplied by the engine-powered factory system, i.e., while driving; but this is Alaska where summer temperatures generally stay reasonably temperate, with only occasionally overly-warm exceptions in the interior.• Window covers:
4-Season insulated, custom-fitted 7-piece window-cover set by Xplr Outfitters provides light-blocking, privacy, and insulation from heat buildup during the high summer months in the interior, or wherever when the sun is up most of the day. During winter these covers are essential, of course, for keeping heat in.• Food Preservation & Cooking:
—Refrigeration: a 12VDC Isotherm model w/a small freezer space.
—Stove: 2-burner propane camp-stove with 2 1-lb. fuel bottles provided, allowing for more table space and flexibility; and, I've recently added as an option a single-burner propane camp-stove for increased countertop space-saving convenience.• Cookware, small appliances, utensils, cups, glasses, kitchen towels, etc. including a programmable electric rice cooker, a toaster and blender. A full set of stainless steel cook-pots and pans are included, as well as a cast-iron pan and griddle.• Sleeping:
—Bed is oriented transversely for better use of space; the Transit's more vertical walls (when compared to a Sprinter) allow for 75" width at the sleeping platform's level above the aft storage "garage," incorporating two custom-made mattresses measuring 71" long, 27" wide, 5" thick. Bed platform height is adjustable above the garage floor, or can be removed entirely or in half (for one sleeper and more floorspace) for the rental period with advance notice; if climbing up to the bed height is a problem, a step ladder is available and/or I can lower the bed several inches. The control switch panel for lighting and heating is in easy reach of the bed's forward head-end. Both positions are supplied with a reading lamp. A duplex USB 5v charging port is conveniently located. A full set of linens is provided, laundered with fragrance-free detergent.• Exterior Features:
A handcrank-operated full-size awning is mounted on the right.Ce qui est inclus• 2 bear repellant spray units are included. If used or lost, actual replacement cost will be deducted from deposit. You very likely will never see a bear, though you probably will see moose; not for use on moose.• Local airport or hotel pickup and drop-off is included.Travel on unpaved highways is prohibited; this includes the Denali Highway past the end of pavement west of Paxson; the McCarthy Road past Chitina and the Dalton Highway to Prudhoe Bay north of the Yukon River crossing. To a large extent this is because of their remoteness and lack of cell coverage in the event of a problem. In addition to this factor, the McCarthy Road is in poor condition in certain areas requiring a higher lift than this van's suspension provides for prevention of damage to the the engine's vulnerable cooling system. Recovery and repair can take months to accomplish, devastating the vacation plans for other visitors.RecommandationsChickenstock, Chicken, Alaska, north of Tok is June 14 & 15.
• [URL removed]
Denali National Park beckons, particularly when the sky is clear. My website includes several photographs of the Alaska Range, including Denali (aka “Mt. McKinley”).[URL removed]40 miles south of Anchorage is the dual road-railway tunnel to Whittier and the gateway to Prince William Sound where the Alaska Marine Highway System's car ferry docks for those wishing to travel through the sound for Valdez, rejoining the road system (or the reverse route to Whittier). On the way to or from Whittier at the south end of Turnagain Arm is the skiing resort/community of Girdwood, worth a slight diversion.[URL removed]Closer to home base, the Kenai Peninsula offers Seward and Homer, with campgrounds in between. From Homer you can park and take a water-taxi across Kachemak Bay to Seldovia; or better, ask to be landed directly at the nearby Between Beaches Alaska luxuriously rustic cabin resort on MacDonald Spit for a night or two:[URL removed]Also recommended, and on the road above Homer:[URL removed]Just outside Seward is the turnoff for Exit Glacier in the Kenai Fjords National Park (no entry fees): [URL removed]In Seward the Alaska Sea Life Center is well worth a visit:
[URL removed]Closer to Anchorage, up the Mat-Su Valley, Hatcher Pass road is highly recommended during the warm season. Another hour or so from Palmer near Sutton on the Glenn Highway is the Matanuska Glacier, well worth a visit and guided tour, year-round:[URL removed]
[URL removed]Within the municipality of Anchorage, sunsets from Point Woronzoff can be spectacular; nearby is the north end of Runway 33 at Anchorage International Airport, a world-renown attraction for plane-spotting enthusiasts and photographers, particularly for the Boeing 747 and other wide-body freighters. Opposite Point Woronzoff at the south end of the airport is Kincaid Park, known best for its cross-county ski facilities during the winter months and shoreline access and trails all year.Up on "The Hillside" above Anchorage is parking at the trailhead for Flattop Peak, some 3,000' above and overlooking Anchorage; various other maintained trails abound in the Chugach.Along Turnagain Arm when the conditions are right, the bore-tide may be observed; The tidal shift offshore Anchorage and in Cook Inlet can vary 35 feet or more, twice a day during certain times of the lunar cycle and time of year. Even on more typical 25-28' days, it's still impressive. Continuing with the subject of Turnagain Arm, on the way to Kenai and Homer is the road to Hope, another nice place to camp and explore.[URL removed]This is, of course, an incomplete list, albeit comprising the extent of my road-system knowledge.
2020 Ford Transit
Length
20 ft
20 ft
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Fuel Type
Essence
Essence
Tank Size
30 gal
30 gal
Gross Weight
8 260 lbs
8 260 lbs
Sleeps
2
2
Ceintures de sécurité
2
2
Sleeping arrangements
Full bed
1
1
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Alaska Adventure Go-Van — Custom-Camperized 2020 Ford Transit-250.
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Guest reviews
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13 reviews
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Communication
5
Propreté
5
Maintenance
5
Valeur
5
Précision de l'annonce
5
Tracy F.
août 2025
5It was so comfortable and well equipped. Ready for adventure!
It was so comfortable and well equipped. Ready for adventure!
Michael D.
juillet 2025
5The van is perfectly equipped and Dean was great - he went out of his way to accommodate our late night arrival and early departure. Highly recommend!
The van is perfectly equipped and Dean was great - he went out of his way to accommodate our late night arrival and early departure. Highly recommend!
John J.
juin 2025
5Excellent vehicle - it fully met our needs and was trouble free. Working with Dean was excellent, he is a great owner, very communicative
Excellent vehicle - it fully met our needs and was trouble free. Working with Dean was excellent, he is a great owner, very communicative
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Barbara W.
juin 2025
5I cannot give a higher recommendation for Dean but I would if I could. The van was in excellent condition, performed as advertised, and made our vacation a real joy. Dean was very accommodating to our pickup and drop off schedule and made the entire process pain free. If you are traveling to Alaska for a camping/hiking adventure like we were you should rent this vehicle.
I cannot give a higher recommendation for Dean but I would if I could. The van was in excellent condition, performed as advertised, and made our vacation a real joy. Dean was very accommodating to our pickup and drop off schedule and made the entire process pain free. If you are traveling to Alaska for a camping/hiking adventure like we were you should rent this vehicle.
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Betty A.
juin 2025
5Dean was prompt and efficient with orientation, despite tight timelines. The van was push-button equipped for a comfortable, independent exploration of Alaska! Very comfortable mattress , too!
Dean was prompt and efficient with orientation, despite tight timelines. The van was push-button equipped for a comfortable, independent exploration of Alaska! Very comfortable mattress , too!
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Caractéristiques
2020 Ford Transit
- 2 couchages
- 2 ceintures de sécurité
- Eau douce : 20 gal
- Type de carburant : gaz
- Capacité en carburant : 30 gal
- Transmission automatique
- 2 couchages
- 2 ceintures de sécurité
- Eau douce : 20 gal
- Type de carburant : gaz
- Capacité en carburant : 30 gal
- Transmission automatique
Aménagements
- Solaire
- Raccordement à l'électricité (20 Ampères)
- Entrées audio
- Radio
- Cuisinière
- Réfrigérateur
- Évier
- Eau potable
- Solaire
- Raccordement à l'électricité (20 Ampères)
- Entrées audio
- Radio
- Cuisinière
- Réfrigérateur
- Évier
- Eau potable
Nearby places to stay
ANCHORAGE, AK • Emplacement exact fourni après la réservation
1. Jeff's at Big Lake RV Park
Wasilla, AK • 27 miles away
2. Mooseberry Cabins
Willow, AK • 39 miles away
3. Bing Brown's RV Park and Motel
Sterling, AK • 50 miles away
4. Creek View Campground
Seward, AK • 70 miles away
5. Porcupine Campground
Hope, AK • 17 miles away
Availability and RV fit not guaranteed. Please verify directly with campgrounds before booking.
ANCHORAGE, AK • Emplacement exact fourni après la réservation
Règles et politiques
• I am usually very flexible on handoff and return times, provided they fall on the calendar days of the rental period. A very early morning handoff (if I've had enough time to get the van ready between rentals) is actually preferable; so, in most cases I can accommodate your airline arrival and departure times or local hotel pickup and/or drop-off with prior arrangement.
• I am dog-friendly, however, the first dog to accompany a guest left behind a musky odor throughout, requiring repeated de-odorizing and long-term airing-out. Fortunately for other renters, it happened to be the final rental of the season. I recognize, being a former dog-haver, that not all dogs are like this; please be aware of this phenomena, as applicable, and bathe your dog shortly before the rental. If the odor problem happens again, I'll probably just prohibit dogs, as it won't be worth the cleaning trouble, especially during the busy time of summer.
• I'm not aware of any wild sporting or outdoor concert, etc. events in Alaska, so I leave it to you to make reasonable decisions on the issue of "tailgating" and "festivals."
• Smoking anything—no way, no how; it's just so-not-this-millennium and impossible to fully de-stenchify the interior.
• I am usually very flexible on handoff and return times, provided they fall on the calendar days of the rental period. A very early morning handoff (if I've had enough time to get the van ready between rentals) is actually preferable; so, in most cases I can accommodate your airline arrival and departure times or local hotel pickup and/or drop-off with prior arrangement.
• I am dog-friendly, however, the first dog to accompany a guest left behind a musky odor throughout, requiring repeated de-odorizing and long-term airing-out. Fortunately for other renters, it happened to be the final rental of the season. I recognize, being a former dog-haver, that not all dogs are like this; please be aware of this phenomena, as applicable, and bathe your dog shortly before the rental. If the odor problem happens again, I'll probably just prohibit dogs, as it won't be worth the cleaning trouble, especially during the busy time of summer.
• I'm not aware of any wild sporting or outdoor concert, etc. events in Alaska, so I leave it to you to make reasonable decisions on the issue of "tailgating" and "festivals."
• Smoking anything—no way, no how; it's just so-not-this-millennium and impossible to fully de-stenchify the interior.
- Animaux acceptés
- Idéal pour les festivals de musique
- Compatible avec un hayon
- Non fumeur
- Kilométrage : 250 gratuit miles / day
Frequently asked questions
Q.
What flexibility is available for picking up and dropping off the RV?
R.
I am very flexible on handoff and return. Generally, I'm open to handoff as early as just after midnight of your first day and return late night on the final day.
Q.
Anchorage Airport/local hotel/other pickup & dropoff?
R.
Yes, I almost always meet clients at the airport terminal or other local location such as a hotel, and provide drop-off whenever my work schedule allows, which is usually. I live only 10 minutes south of the ANC airport.
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I'm a resident of Anchorage, Alaska making a living as a cargo airline pilot augmented by aerial landscape photography from a very small airplane as seen at . As with my own 76-year-old Luscombe 8E and the Boeing 737 freighters I operate for a living, maintenance is taken seriously and methodically on all of my vehicles. A maintenance-related accident or being stranded on the remote Alaska road system—or anywhere else—is a serious proposition, be it for safety or simply for the continuance of a long-planned vacation.
I'm a resident of Anchorage, Alaska making a living as a cargo airline pilot augmented by aerial landscape photography from a very small airplane as seen at . As with my own 76-year-old Luscombe 8E and the Boeing 737 freighters I operate for a living, maintenance is taken seriously and methodically on all of my vehicles. A maintenance-related accident or being stranded on the remote Alaska road system—or anywhere else—is a serious proposition, be it for safety or simply for the continuance of a long-planned vacation.
