Top of the World Highway
Canada
Climb out of Dawson City onto a high alpine ridge where gravel pavement traces the Yukon–Alaska divide for miles above treeline. The drive delivers vast 360-degree views, gold-rush history, and a dramatic descent to the remote border crossing at Poker Creek and then into Chicken, Alaska.
Explore on the interactive map →Stops along the route
- Dawson City
Gold-rush streets and riverfront views mark the launch point. Fuel up here before the remote climb east.
- Midnight Dome
A steep hilltop lookout above town with sweeping views over the Yukon River valley. A classic first climb before the highway.
- Top of the World Highway Lookout
High ridge pullouts open to endless tundra and mountain horizons. The road feels suspended above the treeline here.
- Boundary Sign
This roadside marker shows the Yukon and Alaska divide. It is a quick photo stop with huge open-country views.
- Poker Creek - Little Gold Creek Border Crossing
The remote border post sits in a stark alpine setting. Check hours and documents before the descent into Alaska.
- Chicken
A tiny gold-mining outpost with rustic charm and a frontier feel. It is the first real stop after the border.
- Chicken Gold Camp & Outpost
Historic cabins and a road-trip base close out the route. The arrival feels wonderfully remote and old-timey.
Where to Eat
- The Drunken Goat TavernaGreek
A popular Dawson City stop for hearty plates before the drive. Good for a relaxed meal and a final coffee in town.
- Klondike Kate's RestaurantCanadian
A classic Dawson City dining room with big portions and a historic setting. Handy for breakfast or an early dinner.
- Bon Ton & Co. BakeryBakery
A good place to grab pastries, sandwiches, and road snacks in Dawson City. Stock up before the sparsely serviced highway.
- The RoadhouseCafe
A casual stop in Chicken that fits the route's frontier vibe. Expect simple comfort food and a laid-back atmosphere.
Things to Do
- Midnight Dome Viewpointviewpoint
Drive or hike up for a broad look over Dawson City and the Yukon River. It is one of the best warm-up views on the route.
- Top of the World Highway Scenic Drivescenic drive
Follow the ridge-top gravel road for constant alpine and tundra views. The open terrain makes the highway feel huge and remote.
- Poker Creek Little Gold Creek Border Crossingborder crossing
Pause at one of the most isolated border crossings in North America. The setting is as memorable as the paperwork.
- Chicken Gold Camp & Outpost Historic Areahistoric site
Explore old mining cabins, artifacts, and rustic outbuildings. It gives a quick sense of the Klondike-era boomtown past.
Travel advisory
This is a remote seasonal route with a border crossing at Poker Creek/Top of the World. Services are sparse, fuel up in Dawson City, and check current road and border hours before departing. Expect steep grades, exposed ridges, and possible weather-related closures.