DALTON
HIGHWAY
414 miles of raw Arctic gravel from Fairbanks to the Arctic Ocean at Deadhorse. North America’s most remote driveable road — and the most rewarding.
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Rentals Completed
414 Miles
Recommended
3–5 Days
Difficulty
Expert
Terrain Type
Arctic Gravel
Best Season
Jun – Sep
Best Vehicle
4×4 Truck Camper
CHOOSE YOUR RIG
4×4 Truck Camper
The only rig you’ll be glad you chose at Mile 300 with a flat tyre and no signal. Off-road capability, rooftop sleep and full recovery kit.
From $195/day
SUV 4WD
Can handle the Dalton with careful driving. Limited if you camp — plan lodging at Coldfoot. AWD, not 4WD — know the difference.
From $145/day
MILE BY MILE — DALTON HIGHWAY
Fairbanks
Departure Point
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Fox & Hilltop
Last Paved Road
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Yukon River Bridge
Scenic Crossing
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Arctic Circle
Iconic Milestone
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Coldfoot
Only Fuel + Food Stop
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Atigun Pass
Highest Road in Alaska
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Deadhorse / Prudhoe Bay
Arctic Ocean
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Fuel Stops
- Fill completely in Fairbanks before departure
- Coldfoot — Mile 175 (diesel available)
- Deadhorse — Mile 414 (diesel, limited hours)
- Carry 20L reserve for emergency top-up
Camping
- Wild camping permitted along most of the route
- Established camp at Coldfoot Camp (Mile 175)
- Emergency shelter at Deadhorse Camp
- Always camp off the gravel shoulder — trucks run 24/7
Road Conditions
- Entirely unpaved north of Fox (Mile 56)
- Sharp rocks cause frequent punctures — carry spare
- Dust in summer, ice patches in Jun and Sep
- Road closures possible after heavy rain — check AK DOT
Weather & Safety
- Temperature drops to -5°C even in summer nights
- Satellite communicator mandatory north of Coldfoot
- No cell service from Mile 56 to Deadhorse
- Wildlife: bears, caribou, moose — food storage required
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