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Expect good pavement, patched stretches, gravel breaks and abrupt frost heaves on the same day. Slow down when the road surface changes, leave extra room when towing, and treat warning flags as useful information rather than decoration.

Summer is also repair season. Pilot cars, loose gravel, dust, mud and delays are normal. Build slack into each day and protect your windshield by increasing following distance.

Moose, bison, bears and smaller animals can enter the road quickly. Reduce speed near dawn and dusk, avoid driving after dark when practical, and never stop in a live lane for a photograph.

Top up sooner than you would in the south. Pumps can be far apart, seasonal or unexpectedly unavailable. Confirm current stops and operating hours, especially on side routes and late in the season.

Start with sound tires, a usable spare, the tools to change or temporarily repair one, and coverage that can recover your actual vehicle or RV. In remote country, the right tow equipment may be many hours away.

Cellular coverage has long gaps. Download maps and essential details before leaving service, share your route, and consider a satellite communicator when travelling remote roads or secondary routes.

Government campgrounds are a northern-road highlight, but openings, reservations and services vary. Carry a fallback plan and verify availability if your schedule depends on a particular campground, hotel or RV site.