Arctic Circle Monument Sign
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The stickered marker pinpoints where the only maintained road in the United States crosses into the polar region.

πŸ“œ Monument sign marking the Arctic Circle crossing on the United States' only maintained road into the polar region.
πŸ” A simple wood sign featuring a view of the Earth from the North Pole, covered in visitor stickers.

Why Go

πŸ“ Officially cross into the Arctic Circle.
πŸ“Έ Unique photo opportunity with a sign covered in international visitor stickers.
πŸ“œ Receive a special certificate at the Fairbanks Visitor Center for your journey.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Located on the Dalton Highway, mostly unpaved gravel road.
πŸš— Most rental car companies prohibit vehicles on this highway.
πŸ“΅ No cellphone reception in the area.
πŸ₯Ά Services at Yukon River (50 miles south) are closed mid-September to mid-May.
πŸ—“οΈ The Arctic Circle is moving north, so the sign's exact position may be out of date.

Tips

πŸ—ΊοΈ Tours to the sign are available from Fairbanks.
πŸ› οΈ Private vehicles should carry multiple spare tires, tools, and a CB radio.
🚦 Always check local road conditions before driving.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

Large parking lot available at the sign.

Last updated 2 days ago

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