Top of the World Highway, Scenic mountain highway between Dawson City and Tok, Canada and Alaska
Description
The Top of the World Highway is a mountain road stretching roughly 300 kilometers through rugged terrain, connecting Yukon Territory with Alaska's interior. The route winds through high-elevation passes and vast wilderness landscape throughout its length.
History
This road was completed in 1955, creating a direct transportation link between mining towns in Yukon and Alaska. The new route made travel between remote settlements on both sides far more practical.
Culture
The road passes through lands where Indigenous peoples have long hunted and traveled, following routes established long before any international border existed here.
Practical
The road is typically open from May to September, though mountain weather can change quickly in this region. The border crossing operates during daylight hours, so plan your journey to cross before dark.
Did you know?
This crossing features North America's northernmost international border station, situated at an elevation where clear days offer sweeping views across the region. Many travelers underestimate how rapidly weather can shift at this exposed height.
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