How to Survive and Journey through the Nanisivik Highway
Canada, north-america
700 km
527 m
moderate
Year-round
Okay, buckle up, adventure seekers! I just got back from a wild ride on the Nanisivik Highway, way up in the Canadian territory of Nunavut! Seriously, this place is as far north as you can get – we're talking almost 700km north of the Arctic Circle!
Picture this: you're cruising (and I use that term loosely, given the bumps!) across the northern reaches of the Borden Peninsula, smack-dab on Baffin Island. This isn't your average Sunday drive, folks. This 36km stretch of pure, unadulterated unpaved road connects the Inuit hamlet of Arctic Bay with the ghost town of Nanisivik and its airport. And get this: it's the longest highway in Nunavut and the ONLY one on Baffin Island!
The views? Absolutely breathtaking. The road climbs to a staggering 527m above sea level, giving you panoramic vistas you won't find anywhere else. Keep in mind this road is only open in the summer months. Expect some gusty winds and the occasional visibility challenge – it’s all part of the experience! All said and done, allow about 40-60 minutes to drive the road in full. Trust me, this off-the-beaten-path gem is one for the bucket list.
Where is it?
How to Survive and Journey through the Nanisivik Highway is located in Canada (north-america). Coordinates: 54.4536, -106.4276
Road Details
- Country
- Canada
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 700 km
- Max Elevation
- 527 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Coordinates
- 54.4536, -106.4276
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