2017 Mercedes Sprinter High Roof Boondocking Camper 18mpg Unlimited Miles
5
Excellent
3
Offers delivery
Pet friendly
21+
Sleeps 2
This is our fifth Sprinter build conversion-rental, we call her "Mexicali Rose". The 2017 2wd Sprinter was purchased in the eastern US, and detoured by way of Baja California, Mexico, for few weeks before trekking home to Alaska up the Alcan in January. Now in the last phase of construction in our shop in Talkeetna, she will be renting spring 2024. This interior build is a duplicate of our 2022 Mercedes Sprinter 4x4 that we have built especially for use in Alaska Boondocking. We are one of the most experienced builder-renters in the state, and love what we do. Lets us help you with planning a memorable Alaskan Journey.Like our 2014 2wd, this van is super easy to drive and park. It's also built for anyone over 6ft tall with a true full size queen bed.Anchorage van pickups at or close to the airport are easily arranged between 9am and 8pm. Most of the time we'll pick you up upon your arrival at Ted Stevens Airport or at a local hotel free of charge.Please refer to our other three vans, "2022 Mercedes Sprinter 4x4 High Roof""2021 Mercedes-Frieghtliner Sprinter 4x4 High Roof" and "2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter High Roof 144 2wd" for our extensive experience, rental history, and excellent reviews.This van was constructed winter-spring of 2024. It is 2-Wheel-Drive (with traction control) and is 19 feet long.The van is designed to be fully self-contained NOT needing electrical hookups, and features a 400-watt solar system that easily meets the needs of most summer trips. You'll charge the system from the sun and when the truck is in running.This Mercedes Sprinter is meticulously maintained, and comes with an extensive road emergency kit. This 3.0L V-6 Turbodiesel truck is the gold standard of functionality and gets up to 18 mpg. It's a joy to drive on the Alaskan open road.
We've added a gps, backup camera-dash screen that will interface with your phone. What's includedThe van is fully stocked with coffee, tea, basic spices, and complete bedding with one set of towels per rental. There are cooking utensils, a stove, pots, pans, plates, cups, and two chairs with a portable table for sitting outside. A stored compost bag toilet is easy to use and stores in a compartment. A bike rack can be added, and mountain bikes can be rented.Exceptionally comfortable for two people even if you're six feet tall, there is an eight-inch gel foam full-sized queen bed that runs parallel with the van allowing a super roomy sleep. This allows greater comfort for anyone over six feet tall.
Insulated and crafted with local spruce and birch. The counter is walnut and there is extensive LED lighting and even two dimmable reading lights with USB charger ports for reading in bed. Besides the refrigerator, there is a soft cooler for extra items and the van holds 25 gallons of potable water.The super-quiet interior ceiling fan has a remote control pulls cool air in or push the warm air out. There is a marine heater that works wonderfully, just push a button.In short, show up with sunglasses, hat, rain-gear and your good to go.RecommendationsMany of our guests travel to Denali National Park, Denali State Park, Talkeetna (the van's home), Hatcher Pass, Thompson Pass, Fairbanks, Chena Hot Springs, Seward, Valdez, and Homer.We are one of the only vendors in Alaska that allow travel to McCarthy and crossing the Denali Highway.You may use the Alaska Ferry System from Whittier to Valdez.Other things to note
We are one of the only vendors that "DO" allow travel to McCarthy and crossing the Denali Highway with a maximum 35mph speed limit. Please understand that there's no cell service on those two highways.We "DO NOT" allow driving north of Chena Hot Springs just a few miles north of Fairbanks. No travel is allowed to Manley Hotsprings, Circle, or Coldfoot. That includes any part of the Dalton Highway-HWY 11, HWY 2 (north of Chena), or HWY 6.The van must not enter Canada.When traveling on gravel roads, speed is limited to 35mph. Please note that our vans are GPS'd and report your location and speed-driven hourly. Travel is only allowed on State or Borough maintained roads.Please leave the van with a full tank of diesel, and remove all the trash and perishables.
We've added a gps, backup camera-dash screen that will interface with your phone. What's includedThe van is fully stocked with coffee, tea, basic spices, and complete bedding with one set of towels per rental. There are cooking utensils, a stove, pots, pans, plates, cups, and two chairs with a portable table for sitting outside. A stored compost bag toilet is easy to use and stores in a compartment. A bike rack can be added, and mountain bikes can be rented.Exceptionally comfortable for two people even if you're six feet tall, there is an eight-inch gel foam full-sized queen bed that runs parallel with the van allowing a super roomy sleep. This allows greater comfort for anyone over six feet tall.
Insulated and crafted with local spruce and birch. The counter is walnut and there is extensive LED lighting and even two dimmable reading lights with USB charger ports for reading in bed. Besides the refrigerator, there is a soft cooler for extra items and the van holds 25 gallons of potable water.The super-quiet interior ceiling fan has a remote control pulls cool air in or push the warm air out. There is a marine heater that works wonderfully, just push a button.In short, show up with sunglasses, hat, rain-gear and your good to go.RecommendationsMany of our guests travel to Denali National Park, Denali State Park, Talkeetna (the van's home), Hatcher Pass, Thompson Pass, Fairbanks, Chena Hot Springs, Seward, Valdez, and Homer.We are one of the only vendors in Alaska that allow travel to McCarthy and crossing the Denali Highway.You may use the Alaska Ferry System from Whittier to Valdez.Other things to note
We are one of the only vendors that "DO" allow travel to McCarthy and crossing the Denali Highway with a maximum 35mph speed limit. Please understand that there's no cell service on those two highways.We "DO NOT" allow driving north of Chena Hot Springs just a few miles north of Fairbanks. No travel is allowed to Manley Hotsprings, Circle, or Coldfoot. That includes any part of the Dalton Highway-HWY 11, HWY 2 (north of Chena), or HWY 6.The van must not enter Canada.When traveling on gravel roads, speed is limited to 35mph. Please note that our vans are GPS'd and report your location and speed-driven hourly. Travel is only allowed on State or Borough maintained roads.Please leave the van with a full tank of diesel, and remove all the trash and perishables.
This is our fifth Sprinter build conversion-rental, we call her "Mexicali Rose". The 2017 2wd Sprinter was purchased in the eastern US, and detoured by way of Baja California, Mexico, for few weeks before trekking home to Alaska up the Alcan in January. Now in the last phase of construction in our shop in Talkeetna, she will be renting spring 2024. This interior build is a duplicate of our 2022 Mercedes Sprinter 4x4 that we have built especially for use in Alaska Boondocking. We are one of the most experienced builder-renters in the state, and love what we do. Lets us help you with planning a memorable Alaskan Journey.Like our 2014 2wd, this van is super easy to drive and park. It's also built for anyone over 6ft tall with a true full size queen bed.Anchorage van pickups at or close to the airport are easily arranged between 9am and 8pm. Most of the time we'll pick you up upon your arrival at Ted Stevens Airport or at a local hotel free of charge.Please refer to our other three vans, "2022 Mercedes Sprinter 4x4 High Roof""2021 Mercedes-Frieghtliner Sprinter 4x4 High Roof" and "2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter High Roof 144 2wd" for our extensive experience, rental history, and excellent reviews.This van was constructed winter-spring of 2024. It is 2-Wheel-Drive (with traction control) and is 19 feet long.The van is designed to be fully self-contained NOT needing electrical hookups, and features a 400-watt solar system that easily meets the needs of most summer trips. You'll charge the system from the sun and when the truck is in running.This Mercedes Sprinter is meticulously maintained, and comes with an extensive road emergency kit. This 3.0L V-6 Turbodiesel truck is the gold standard of functionality and gets up to 18 mpg. It's a joy to drive on the Alaskan open road.
We've added a gps, backup camera-dash screen that will interface with your phone. What's includedThe van is fully stocked with coffee, tea, basic spices, and complete bedding with one set of towels per rental. There are cooking utensils, a stove, pots, pans, plates, cups, and two chairs with a portable table for sitting outside. A stored compost bag toilet is easy to use and stores in a compartment. A bike rack can be added, and mountain bikes can be rented.Exceptionally comfortable for two people even if you're six feet tall, there is an eight-inch gel foam full-sized queen bed that runs parallel with the van allowing a super roomy sleep. This allows greater comfort for anyone over six feet tall.
Insulated and crafted with local spruce and birch. The counter is walnut and there is extensive LED lighting and even two dimmable reading lights with USB charger ports for reading in bed. Besides the refrigerator, there is a soft cooler for extra items and the van holds 25 gallons of potable water.The super-quiet interior ceiling fan has a remote control pulls cool air in or push the warm air out. There is a marine heater that works wonderfully, just push a button.In short, show up with sunglasses, hat, rain-gear and your good to go.RecommendationsMany of our guests travel to Denali National Park, Denali State Park, Talkeetna (the van's home), Hatcher Pass, Thompson Pass, Fairbanks, Chena Hot Springs, Seward, Valdez, and Homer.We are one of the only vendors in Alaska that allow travel to McCarthy and crossing the Denali Highway.You may use the Alaska Ferry System from Whittier to Valdez.Other things to note
We are one of the only vendors that "DO" allow travel to McCarthy and crossing the Denali Highway with a maximum 35mph speed limit. Please understand that there's no cell service on those two highways.We "DO NOT" allow driving north of Chena Hot Springs just a few miles north of Fairbanks. No travel is allowed to Manley Hotsprings, Circle, or Coldfoot. That includes any part of the Dalton Highway-HWY 11, HWY 2 (north of Chena), or HWY 6.The van must not enter Canada.When traveling on gravel roads, speed is limited to 35mph. Please note that our vans are GPS'd and report your location and speed-driven hourly. Travel is only allowed on State or Borough maintained roads.Please leave the van with a full tank of diesel, and remove all the trash and perishables.
We've added a gps, backup camera-dash screen that will interface with your phone. What's includedThe van is fully stocked with coffee, tea, basic spices, and complete bedding with one set of towels per rental. There are cooking utensils, a stove, pots, pans, plates, cups, and two chairs with a portable table for sitting outside. A stored compost bag toilet is easy to use and stores in a compartment. A bike rack can be added, and mountain bikes can be rented.Exceptionally comfortable for two people even if you're six feet tall, there is an eight-inch gel foam full-sized queen bed that runs parallel with the van allowing a super roomy sleep. This allows greater comfort for anyone over six feet tall.
Insulated and crafted with local spruce and birch. The counter is walnut and there is extensive LED lighting and even two dimmable reading lights with USB charger ports for reading in bed. Besides the refrigerator, there is a soft cooler for extra items and the van holds 25 gallons of potable water.The super-quiet interior ceiling fan has a remote control pulls cool air in or push the warm air out. There is a marine heater that works wonderfully, just push a button.In short, show up with sunglasses, hat, rain-gear and your good to go.RecommendationsMany of our guests travel to Denali National Park, Denali State Park, Talkeetna (the van's home), Hatcher Pass, Thompson Pass, Fairbanks, Chena Hot Springs, Seward, Valdez, and Homer.We are one of the only vendors in Alaska that allow travel to McCarthy and crossing the Denali Highway.You may use the Alaska Ferry System from Whittier to Valdez.Other things to note
We are one of the only vendors that "DO" allow travel to McCarthy and crossing the Denali Highway with a maximum 35mph speed limit. Please understand that there's no cell service on those two highways.We "DO NOT" allow driving north of Chena Hot Springs just a few miles north of Fairbanks. No travel is allowed to Manley Hotsprings, Circle, or Coldfoot. That includes any part of the Dalton Highway-HWY 11, HWY 2 (north of Chena), or HWY 6.The van must not enter Canada.When traveling on gravel roads, speed is limited to 35mph. Please note that our vans are GPS'd and report your location and speed-driven hourly. Travel is only allowed on State or Borough maintained roads.Please leave the van with a full tank of diesel, and remove all the trash and perishables.
2017 Mercedes Sprinter
Length
19 ft
19 ft
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Tank Size
24 gal
24 gal
Gross Weight
7,100 lbs
7,100 lbs
Sleeps
2
2
Seatbelts
2
2
Sleeping Arrangements
Queen bed
1
1
2017 Mercedes Sprinter High Roof Boondocking Camper 18mpg Unlimited Miles
Dates
Guest reviews
5
Excellent
3 reviews
Overall rating
5
4
3
2
1
Communication
5
Cleanliness
5
Maintenance
5
Value
5
Listing accuracy
5
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Scott M.
July 2025
5Peter was the best. We plan on going back again and will only go through him.
Peter was the best. We plan on going back again and will only go through him.
Elizabeth C.
July 2025
5We had an amazing time in the camper van! We had an absolute blast and Peter was super helpful! We would 100% rent again!
We had an amazing time in the camper van! We had an absolute blast and Peter was super helpful! We would 100% rent again!
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Alexandra Z.
August 2024
5Absolutely amazing trip and service! Peter and crew were great and the van fit every need for our long distances around Alaska. Thanks!
Absolutely amazing trip and service! Peter and crew were great and the van fit every need for our long distances around Alaska. Thanks!
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Features
2017 Mercedes Sprinter
- Sleeps 2
- 2 seatbelts
- Fresh water: 24 gal
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Fuel capacity: 24 gal
- Automatic transmission
- Sleeps 2
- 2 seatbelts
- Fresh water: 24 gal
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Fuel capacity: 24 gal
- Automatic transmission
Amenities
- Toilet
- Audio Inputs
- Stove
- Refrigerator
- Kitchen Sink
- Dining Table
- Heater
- Air Conditioner
- Toilet
- Audio Inputs
- Stove
- Refrigerator
- Kitchen Sink
- Dining Table
- Heater
- Air Conditioner
Nearby places to stay
Anchorage, AK • Exact location provided after booking
1. Jeff's at Big Lake RV Park
Wasilla, AK • 27 miles away
2. Mooseberry Cabins
Willow, AK • 40 miles away
3. Bing Brown's RV Park and Motel
Sterling, AK • 52 miles away
4. Creek View Campground
Seward, AK • 69 miles away
5. Porcupine Campground
Hope, AK • 16 miles away
Availability and RV fit not guaranteed. Please verify directly with campgrounds before booking.
Anchorage, AK • Exact location provided after booking
Rules and policies
We do not allow driving north of Chena Hot Springs just a few miles north of Fairbanks. No travel is allowed to Manley Hotsprings, Circle or Coldfoot. That includes any part of the Dalton Highway-HWY 11, HWY 2 (north of Chena) or HWY 6.
The van must not enter Canada.
When traveling on gravel roads speed is limited to 35mph. Please note that our vans are GPS'd and report your location and speed-driven hourly.
Travel is only allowed on State or Borough maintained roads.
Please leave the van with a full tank of diesel, and remove all the trash and perishables.
We do not allow driving north of Chena Hot Springs just a few miles north of Fairbanks. No travel is allowed to Manley Hotsprings, Circle or Coldfoot. That includes any part of the Dalton Highway-HWY 11, HWY 2 (north of Chena) or HWY 6.
The van must not enter Canada.
When traveling on gravel roads speed is limited to 35mph. Please note that our vans are GPS'd and report your location and speed-driven hourly.
Travel is only allowed on State or Borough maintained roads.
Please leave the van with a full tank of diesel, and remove all the trash and perishables.
- Pet friendly
- No music festivals
- No tailgating
- No smoking
- Unlimited mileage
- Unlimited generator hours
Frequently asked questions
Q.
What flexibility is available for picking up and dropping off the RV?
A.
In most cases we are able to pick you up you from the Airport or hotel. Please be aware if you're arriving in the late evening after 8pm we ask that you book a room and we'll pick you up in the morning at 10:30 am the next day at your hotel. When returning the van, you'll go to our lot before 5pm and uber back your hotel or airport.
Meet your host, Peter
Superhost • Member since 2019
Peter is a Superhost
Superhosts are highly-rated and experienced, ensuring you have a fantastic outdoor experience.
I live year-round in Talkeetna, Alaska, and in the summer run a fly fishing guiding business in addition to building and renting wilderness cabins. Most of my off-season is working as a Journalist for numerous national periodicals and websites. If you're in Alaska, please pick up one of my books, Tales of the Alaska State Troopers, from Skyhorse Publishing. We often have our standard poodle Millie in tow and she loves to meet our renters.
I live year-round in Talkeetna, Alaska, and in the summer run a fly fishing guiding business in addition to building and renting wilderness cabins. Most of my off-season is working as a Journalist for numerous national periodicals and websites. If you're in Alaska, please pick up one of my books, Tales of the Alaska State Troopers, from Skyhorse Publishing. We often have our standard poodle Millie in tow and she loves to meet our renters.
