The Dalton Highway stretches 414 miles across northern Alaska from Livengood (84 miles north of Fairbanks) to Deadhorse and the oilfields of Prudhoe Bay. Built to allow for construction of the trans-Alaska oil pipeline in the 1970s, this mostly gravel highway travels through rolling, forested hills, across the Yukon Ri
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
This site is free — no fee is charged, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- Source Official / Recreation.gov ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.blm.gov ↗
- Contact 907-474-2200 · CentralYukon@blm.gov
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Dalton Highway — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Dalton Highway?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Can you fish at Dalton Highway?
Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.
Yes Can you camp at Dalton Highway?
Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.
Depends Can you have a campfire?
Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — hiking is one of the listed activities at Dalton Highway.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Dalton Highway. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Depends Are drones allowed?
Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.
Nearby sites
Bureau of Land Management / Public domain · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Land Management Atigun Pass
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Arctic Interagency Visitor Center
CheckThis Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
