EPIC JOURNEY: Driving Over Alaska's Brooks Range Through the TREACHEROUS Atigun Pass - Part 2
Driving from the BLM Arctic Circle Campground to Galbraith Lake, Alaska, is an adventure that traverses some of the most remote and stunning landscapes in North America. Starting from the Arctic Circle Campground, located about 200 miles north of Fairbanks along the Dalton Highway, the journey begins in a region where the sun doesn't set for weeks during the summer and barely rises in the winter. The campground itself is a simple but significant waypoint, marked by a sign indicating the Arctic Circle, where travelers can stop for a photo and a moment of reflection on crossing into the Arctic region.
As you head north from the campground, the Dalton Highway-also known as the Haul Road-unfolds through vast stretches of untouched wilderness. The drive takes you through rolling hills covered in tundra, offering occasional glimpses of wildlife such as caribou, moose, and the elusive Arctic fox. The road is mostly gravel and can be rough in spots, so a vehicle with good clearance and sturdy tires is recommended. The scenery becomes increasingly dramatic as you approach the Brooks Range, one of the northernmost mountain ranges in the world.
The highlight of this route is the ascent through Atigun Pass, the highest year-round pass in Alaska at an elevation of 4,739 feet. The pass is notorious for its steep grades, sharp curves, and unpredictable weather, making it a challenging drive even for experienced adventurers. However, the effort is rewarded with breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks, glacial valleys, and, if you're lucky, the spectacle of the Northern Lights dancing across the sky. Caution is paramount here, as conditions can change rapidly, and it's not uncommon for snow to fall even in summer.
Descending from Atigun Pass, the landscape opens up into the North Slope, a vast, flat expanse leading towards the Arctic Ocean. After about 60 miles, you reach Galbraith Lake, a serene body of water nestled at the base of the Brooks Range. The lake is a popular spot for fishing and camping, offering a tranquil respite after the rugged journey. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty, with opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and simply soaking in the pristine Arctic environment. This drive, from the Arctic Circle Campground to Galbraith Lake, encapsulates the raw and rugged beauty of Alaska's northern wilderness, promising an unforgettable adventure for those who undertake it.
01:27:52 Arctic Interagency Visitor Center
01:30:32 Cold Foot Camp Fuel Station
02:24:12 Aerial View Alyeska Pipeline
02:56:19 Porcupine Crossing
03:18:36 Atigun Pass, Alaska
04:20:48 Galbraith Lake, Alaska
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Filmed May 24, 2023
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The highway and the TAP are a engineering masterpiece. Thank you for your stunning scenic drive 😁
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
I agree, Thanks for watching Christopher!
I've been hauling freight up that road for 25 years summer and winter have almost 2 million miles i never get tired of it i went the distance with you and it was an enjoyable drive letting some one else do the work for once you did a damn good job i don't mind tourist coming up and enjoying the road and the sites you drive that road like a pro and with total respect for others and that's how we like to keep it thank you and you can come back anytime you need to see it in the winter spectacular
@ChillinDrives
24 күн бұрын
Wow, kudos to you! It was exhausting staying so focused so as not to hit a large pothole, go off road or generally be in the way. It was an accomplishment though and glad we did it and nothing major happened. Thank you for watching and your comments!
Beautiful sky ❤
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Loved the porcupine. Smart to wait for the trucks to pass. :)
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Loved that little one, was my favorite 😍
Awesome thanks for the trip i love the north
@ChillinDrives
6 күн бұрын
Beautiful! Thanks for watching.
one of the best and calming videos I have seen for a long time on youtube
@ChillinDrives
19 күн бұрын
☺️ that is so kind, thank you 🙏 and thank you for watching!
Incredible drive through this very diverse Alaskan landscape 🤩🤗👍 Thanks for sharing these beautiful impressions with us! Big Like and greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭🙋♂
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Greetings to you in Switzerland! Thank you for your kind comments and for watching.
I am playing this game Alaskan road truckers and the roads are the same, very enjoyable 👍 Amazing video 😁
@ChillinDrives
9 күн бұрын
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!
Lovely view, god creation is beyond human understanding. Have a good day sir. 💜
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Thank you for watching 🙏
Nice this video👍♥️
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Thank you!
what a big sky and isolated land... Good scenery and great drive, thanks for sharing this
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching.
Very very cool Thank you for taking me somewhere were I would probably never have the chance to go I would love to go to Alaska some day
@ChillinDrives
25 күн бұрын
Beautiful if you have the time!
Amazing nature ❤
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
So quiet! Thank you for watching.
best clean content like your heart
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Thank you for watching 🙏
USA great country.
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Awesome video)
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Thank you!
Very nice video. I live in Alaska and had never heard of the Arcic Ocean before. Is that near the Arctic Ocean? But it is on the roadsign on the thumbnail for the video, so it must be there.😊
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Yes it is! Last mountain range before you get to Arctic Ocean, thanks for watching.
God bless you, anyway
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching.
good^^
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Next to being on the moon, I can’t imagine a more desolate place.🤔🤔🤔🤔
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
It is really barren, except for the oil industry in Prudhoe bay, some wildlife, beautiful landscapes and lots of tranquility!
my kinda traffic
@ChillinDrives
6 сағат бұрын
Little to no traffic!
"Porcupine crossing" - I thought it was a name of a place :)
@ChillinDrives
22 күн бұрын
🤣… just a cute little critter.. love the animals
The Alaskan pipe line road to P Bay looks same as over all condition of our country USA, broken more and more every day, un carried and forgotten, so sad, but nothing last for ever... other than GOD. Empires are born and die. TH
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Oi vc é caminhoneiro?
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
No just love driving, seeing the world and sharing it! Thanks for watching.
is this a video game
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
It’s real and it’s spectacular! Thanks for watching.
A lot of road😅
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Long long road, just glad we didn’t swerve off the road!
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@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
АЛЯСКА НАША.
@ChillinDrives
Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@nerat_off
24 күн бұрын
Нахер она нужна? Тут Сибирь с Дальним Востоком ещё лет 100 осваивать, не то что Аляску.
@user-qx4fx9kq3k
24 күн бұрын
@@nerat_off Что значит "на хер нужна"? Природные ресурсы, да и вообще, русская это земля. А осваивать быстро не обязательно. Аляска карман не будет давить.