Overview
Coldfoot Camp sits at Mile 175 of the Dalton Highway, offering a place to camp in Alaska’s far north near the Brooks Range, a key stopover in the Arctic. Privately managed, it’s surrounded by spruce and tundra with views of the range, featuring showers, laundry, and a restaurant for a well-equipped stay. Most visitors choose a room at the inn, but tent camping is free. When you check in, the host will point you toward designated camping areas. Limited RV hook-ups area available for a fee. This campground is most often a stopping point for visitors traveling the Dalton Highway, or as a base for exploring Gates of the Arctic National Park, with Coldfoot’s visitor center providing local insights.
Location & Access
- Location: Mile 175 Dalton Hwy, near Coldfoot, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via the gravel Dalton Highway; it’s about an 8-hour drive north from Fairbanks or 5 hours south from Deadhorse.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, weather permitting.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: No designated sites, open area for tent camping. Limited RV hook-ups are available for a fee.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Flush toilets. Showers available for fee.
- Water: Drinking water provided on-site.
- Additional Amenities: Laundry and a restaurant are on-site; sites include basic setups (fire rings may vary—check locally).
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Fish for grayling in nearby rivers, enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or relax in this Arctic outpost.
- Nearby Attractions: The Arctic Interagency Visitor Center offers exhibits; Gates of the Arctic National Park, 5 miles west, provides wilderness hiking; Wiseman, 13 miles north, showcases historic cabins.
