James Dalton Highway, Alaska, United States

5aekrfk 5:00 PM Sep 28, 2020

Do not be afraid to drive this road
We had read so many reviews saying not to drive this road. Since we have driven in 58 countries we were not afraid and were glad we did. We had a four wheel drive vehicle from Alaska 4x4 which allows you to drive it on all Alaska gravel roads. Since the hotels in Deadhorse and Prudhoe Bay were not open to tourists due to covid we stayed in Wiseman. We drove from Fairbanks to Wiseman. Stayed over night in Wiseman. Drove the next day to Deadhoorse and back to Wiseman again. Scenery was absolutely incredible! Make sure to fill up your car in Coldfoot and then in Deadhorse. Gas will not be a problem. Also recommend you take a tire plug kit which you can get at any auto parts store. Had to plug my tire once.

4vpar4 5:00 PM Aug 20, 2021

Driving to the Arctic Circle
We drove from Fairbanks to the Arctic Circle. The road itself was in reasonably good shape, although much of it was gravel. Traffic was minimal, and there is no cell service so it is important to either have a sat phone or self sufficient. We did see someone changing their own tire and not needing assistance. We went in summer, but I'm sure the Northern Lights are great in the winter. Remember that you can only take certain rental cars on this road (most companies don't allow it, so be sure to choose one that does). Also, pack extra food as the Yukon River camp did not have any real food (kitchen was closed) - I think it was due to lack of staff rather than Covid related.