Atigun Pass
the highest highway pass in Alaska, over the Brooks Range
Atigun Pass is one of the places Roamward flags on the The Dalton Highway because it gives the drive its texture: the highest highway pass in Alaska, over the Brooks Range. Use it as a planned pull-over instead of letting the route become a blur between towns.
How it fits the drive
The Dalton Highway runs near Fairbanks → Deadhorse, AK. The gravel haul road to the Arctic Ocean.
Nearby route stops
- Coldfoot — a tiny truck stop and the gateway to Gates of the Arctic (Dalton Highway)
- Deadhorse / Prudhoe Bay — the oil-field end near the Arctic Ocean (Dalton Highway)
Conditions, access, parking, fees, weather, and seasonal closures can change quickly on scenic routes. Check the managing agency or local visitor information before committing to a side stop.
Build a trip around Dalton Highway stops like this.
Roamward turns spots like this into a real road trip on your phone — the scenic drive, the stops, and the detours, planned around the vibe you’re after. Get early access: