There are some ports that have more definite restrictions than
others. This can be due to....
The type of vessel
The dock and
it's design
The way the tide affects how the dock can operate.
Maximum height for most vessels is 13' 6".
PORT OF
HAINES
If you have a long motorhome pulling a car or
trailer, Haines can be a problem since that vessel can sometimes be a
side load and a 90 degree short turn is required. It is recommended to
come and go from Skagway which is a straight drive-on and drive-off. If
you are towing a car, and can unhook and drive each on separately that
would also alleviate the problem.
PORT OF GUSTAVUS
RV’s, motor homes, busses, vans, and flat-bed trucks will be limited to
a maximum overhang of 6 feet past the rear axle. (6’ from the rear axle
to a 12” high rear bumper)
No vehicles with a distance greater
than 6 feet from the rear axle to the rear bumper will be permitted to
load or unload in Gustavus. The distance from the rear bumper to the
ground may not measure less than 12 inches. Box trucks with pintle
hitches and lift gates attached are also restricted.
RV’s, motor
homes, campers, and flat-beds may not exceed the rear axle guidelines
and may not have a tow vehicle attached (i.e. small trailer, car or
boat).
Vehicles with trailers will be limited to a boat trailer
length of 20 feet. Containers will also be limited to a length of 20
feet.
For truck and trailer combinations, the trailer/box portion
cannot exceed 20 feet in length. This rule also applies to containers,
vans, and box-trucks.
PDF document Visual reference to Gustavus Vehicle Restrictions
| Off-loading on the Kennicott using the revolving elevator lift. | This shows the care the ferry attendants use with vehicles. |
Updated 08/17/23