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How to See the Northern Lights in North America in Your RV

• https://rvlifestyle.com, Mike Wendland

Is seeing the northern lights on your bucket list? If so, you're not alone. If not, why not?! They're incredible!

They may seem so exotic, only visible in the far reaches of the north. But, they're actually visible in North America, including some parts of the United States. And I'm not just talking about Alaska.

With some planning and a bit of luck, you can see the northern lights from your RV. And planning has never been easier with forecast apps that are available today.

I'm going to tell you how to see the northern lights in North America and hopefully, inspire your next camping trip!

Where Can You See the Northern Lights in North America?

If you want to see the northern lights, you need to drive north. The closer you get to the Arctic Circle, the more likely you will see aurora borealis. 

Thus, places like Fairbanks, Alaska, Churchill, Manitoba, and Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, are top destinations for aurora chasers. (Aurora chasers, by the way, is the actual term used for people who plan their travels around the northern lights.)

However, you don't have to go as far north as you might think! Traveling to those cold, remote locations is difficult for RVers and can get quite expensive. Instead, you can plan and time it better to see the northern lights farther south (though still in the "north").


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