Amhs Ferry Tracker (2024)

FAQs

Can you sleep in your RV on the Alaska ferry? ›

U.S. Coast Guard regulations prohibit access to the car deck while a vessel is underway; therefore, RVs and motorhomes may not be used for dining and sleeping while on an AMHS ferry.

Passenger discounts will apply to full priced Adult, Senior and Child fares. The discount cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotional fares, such as youth group discounts, passes or specials. Travelers are advised to figure the relative advantage of one discount over another.

For passengers who opt to travel without a cabin, the recliner lounges also serve as sleeping areas with space to roll out a sleeping bag. Covered solariums located on the upper decks of each vessel are also popular sleeping areas and for those traveling with small tents, they are allowed on the upper decks.

The Alaska Ferry runs 24 hours a day. It takes 36 hours from Bellingham, WA to reach the first stop at Ketchikan. Visitors often disembark in a variety of towns, stay a few nights on land, then continue on the ferry.

In fact, almost the entire state is open to boondocking. Most of the highways have pull-outs on them where boondocking is permitted, and Alaska 511 is your North Star to navigate these highways and potential road closures. The Last Frontier is by far the most boondocking friendly state in the union.

Ask the Purser for more information and the schedule. The ferries do not have wireless internet access, but they do have outlets to charge electronics.

To be eligible for Senior Benefits, an individual must meet the following eligibility criteria: Be age 65 or older. Be an Alaska resident. Be a U.S. citizen or Qualified Alien.

Everything is priced separate on the Alaska Ferry and cabin space is usually the first to sell out, followed by car space.

It is important to note that no Alaska Marine Highway ferries are hop on, hop off!

Do they serve alcohol on the Alaska ferry? ›

Hot meals, snacks, and beverages (including beer and wine) are available in cafeterias, or snack bars on all vessels, except the Lituya. The Columbia and Tustumena also have full-service dining rooms. Food service hours vary based on sailing departure times.

Living in a dry cabin meant Young had no plumbing, laundry, shower, washer, or dryer. She washed her dishes and brushed her teeth in a five-gallon water jug that drained into a bucket underneath and had to be dumped manually. “Because I was already living van life, transitioning to a dry cabin was a lot easier.

Prince William Sound and Kodiak Island

Using the ferry to explore the Prince William Sound ports is a popular weekend trip for Alaska locals. So is taking a few days to see the bears at Kodiak Island -- a great mini-trip for travelers who want to get off the beaten path.

Alaska Marine Lines is a marine transportation company providing barge service between Seattle and locations in Alaska and Hawaii.

Can I travel with my pet on the Alaska Ferry? Animals may be transported on AMHS vessels, but are restricted to the car deck. They must be properly contained in an approved carrier or be transported in a vehicle and accompanied by an adult passenger.

Usually on a ferry you'll have to leave your camper when you set sail, and won't be able to return to the vehicle deck until you arrive. However, there are a few ferry services across Europe which will allow you to stay in your van for the entirety of your journey.

Camping on the ferry – Although it is most likely that you will not be allowed to sleep in your car (if you have one) and the deck or lounge option is your only choice, some ferry companies have facilities for camping on the ferries. Get in touch with the ferry company to check if you are lucky to get this option.

The Ferry can be more accommodating with wider vehicle than height. It is not uncommon to see trailers with mobile homes on the Ferry, so wide bodied RVs are usually no problem.

Free Camping in Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge

Free RV camping can be found at Lakeview Campground, where despite the lack of costs, you'll be greeted with a specific campsite, including access to vault toilets and trash cans.