Welcome to the Northern-Moosed RV Park in Fox, Alaska

We were able to open a little early - May 11, 2024.  We expect to bring the water up to the sites The week of May 21.  Daytime temps have been mid to upper 60's F; with night tine temps in the low 40's.  Weather is generally sunny, with occasional clouds. Today, May 21, it is 70 with possible thunderstorms.

The Richardson Highway (Hwy 2) has road construction between North Pole and Fairbanks starting around April 29; lane diversions and lowered speeds will be in effect.  Keep an eye out for the signage.  There is also construction about 50 miles north of Fox.
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For the DALTON highway, call 511 for road conditions / information, or go to 511.alaska.gov (there are live cameras at a few points on the Alaska Highway and the Dalton).

Northern-Moosed is located 12 miles north of Fairbanks, AK on the Elliott Highway (accessed via Highway 2 out of Fairbanks).  This is the only road north to Prudhoe Bay; it becomes the Dalton Highway, or "Haul Road" about 70 miles north of us.  Our address is 2284 Elliott Hwy; our official listing in The Milepost is ".2 mile Elliott Highway" - just past the intersection and the truck scale (weigh station) at Fox.  We are the farthest-north full service campground on the way to Prudhoe Bay.   North up the Dalton there is a BLM (Bureau of Land Management) dry campground about 7 miles beyond the Yukon River with a dump station (sometimes closed for maintenance) as its only facility, and a campground / RV Park at Coldfoot with power and water (no sewer or dump station, so stop here before you go up!)  All other campgrounds are rustic; a few like the Arctic Circle and Marion Creek have pit toilets.

At the Northern-Moosed we're open for campers from mid-May thru September; exact dates are dependent on the weather.   Showers and laundry are available year-round (if you are a guest, showers come with your site fee).  We have a very nice "sitting" porch where you can relax and chat with other campers or locals.  The rebuilt "Outhouse" (aka remote restroom log cabin) is up and running.

For RVs and camping trailers we have pull-through sites with full hook-ups, 30 amp service.  We also have sites with  partial hook-ups (water and electric, or electric only) and of course plenty  of tent-camping space (charge your electronics inside the main office building).  We are motorcycle-friendly, with both owners having many years of distance touring under their belts.  Bicycle-friendly too, having ridden the Seattle-to-Portland two-day event several times.

Showers, laundry and restrooms are located in the main building, with an additional remote restroom when you need just a quick break.  Fresh produce may be available as the garden and weather conditions allow - likely July thru September.

[ Banner photo is baby moose and momma, out the east window and off the back porch of the office.  March 2014 by Steph Brown ]

Local Events

The Howling Dog Saloon will not be open this year, other than for special events.

Fox Community Park (a Fox Lion's Club project):  practically next door, there is a large pavilion,  children's playground equipment, fire pits, grass field and community garden.  Looking towards the future this will be a wonderful addition to the community, with planned softball and soccer fields, a walking path and more.


Within walking distance are the following services:

 Fox General Store:  Fuel,  propane, ice, incidental groceries.  Under new management, their gift store selections have been expanded and are very unique; worth taking a look.  Also has a free book exchange.

Howling Dog Saloon:   2024 will not be open regularly this year.  Check out their website to see what special events are planned.  

 Silver Gulch Brewing Company: local micro-brews and root beer, imported  beers, full-service restaurant with excellent food,  and a gift  shop.  Open 4 pm to 9 pm, Wednesday thru Sunday in 2024.

Fox Gardens and Gift Shop:  Seasonal garden produce available, along with greenhouse and garden tours, flower photo opportunities, and gift shop featuring local photographers - magnets, cards, dominoes, t-shirts, blankets, framed artwork and more. 

 Fox Spring:  public (free) water from the Fox Aquifer; the  sweetest water  in Central Alaska, to which all others are  compared. 


Within 3 miles  are the following:

The Fox Den: (2024 we understand it will be opening.)   About 4 tenths of a mile BEFORE you reach us, on the right.  Delicious Burgers (including buffalo) grilled over birch wood coals, yummy soups and deserts.  Outdoor dining or take out only.

The Turtle Club:  a  little over one mile away, this full-service  restaurant has the best prime rib  in the area.  Fantastic salad bar,  seafood and escargot are also  available.  Open year-round.  Limited number of Prime Rib Burgers available Mondays during the summer (May thru September - starting Memorial Day and ending Labor Day).

Gold Daughters:  Several miles BEFORE you reach us - on the left, across the road from the Pipeline Viewpoint.  Opens Memorial Weekend in 2024.  Buy a "poke bag" to pan, or for about $ 20 (check prices with them) you can pan from "the pile" as much as you want.
 
Gold Dredge # 8:   Approximately 2 miles from us.  Take a  train ride, hear a local musician, visit this piece of history and learn how the gold dredges fit into the history of gold mining which changed the  landscape of Alaska's  waterways.  Pan for gold with your own poke sack of paydirt.  Visit a great gift shop with local Alaskan items available in all price ranges.
 http://alaska.org/fairbanks/gold-dredge-no8.htm

 A little further away...
Hill-Top Truck  Stop:  On the Elliot Highway five miles to the  north, you'll find great food at  very good prices; pies are  their specialty (try the Fatman  Pie... but only if you like chocolate)

Felix Pedro Historical Site:  Three miles away up the  New Steese Highway, this public  gold panning site includes a historical marker.   Felix  found the gold that started the Central Alaskan gold  rush and established Fairbanks as the then-largest city in Alaska.  Don't let the name fool you; he was Italian by birth.  His true name was Felice Pedroni.

Running Reindeer Ranch:  around Mile 8 of Goldstream Road.  Take a walk in the woods with reindeer, or try the Yoga with Reindeer!  It an experience like no other.  Reservations required.

Mt Aurora / SkiLand:  Up the New Steese Highway  about 9 miles, this is a local ski area and borealis viewpoint  in winter; during the summer it's known for its  panoramic mountain views and fine berry picking  prospects.

F.E. Gold Camp:  At about 17 mile Steese  Highway.  Another piece of Alaskan history, with two bunkhouses for early-day  miners.  

 Chatanika Lodge:  At about 18 mile  Steese Highway, this restaurant has great burgers, fried chicken, and other fare; also cabins  for rent (call them to check availability).  Open year-round.

Around Fairbanks:   Check with the Visitors Center for current events.   There are a number of Farmers Markets; they rotate locations by day of week.  Those are a great place to find "Made In Alaska" gifts and "grown in Alaska" produce.   A number of small stores in downtown Fairbanks also carry "Made In Alaska" products.

Way up North

Dalton Highway (Haul Road):    While the Dalton Highway is open year-round you should check local weather and road conditions before traveling the road in winter.  Snow may fall in the higher elevations even in June.  Call 511 or visit 511.Alaska.gov for information on road conditions.

Arctic Circle:  Signpost and photo op.  Rustic campground with pit toilets.  2023 has seen some bear activity; be alert.

Yukon River - the bridge across the Yukon gives great views of the river, but don't stop on it.  Since the oil pipeline crosses the river under the bridge, you're on candid camera - so smile and wave at Homeland Security.  Fuel is available just past the bridge, on your left.

The Hot Spot Cafe` (unsure if open for 2024) - five miles past the Yukon River, and on your left.  Don't worry if you miss the first driveway, there's another one.  Best burgers and pulled-pork sandwiches on the Dalton Highway, and milkshakes made with real ice cream - YUM!    Fun Fact:  it's built entirely of recycled and re-used materials.

Coldfoot - the town and the truckstop.  Make sure you top off your gas tank here.  Open year-round.

Wiseman - 13 miles past Coldfoot, this historic mining town is worth visiting. See the May 2018 issue of Alaska magazine for an article!  Check out the Koyukuk Museum and try your luck at panning for gold.  Donations accepted.

Deadhorse / Prudhoe Bay - the end of the road.  If you make it this far, take the tour to the Arctic Ocean thru the oil fields.  Reservations highly recommended; this is a working oil town first and tourist stop second.