Mentasta Pass, a paved road in Alaska
Usa, north-america
103 km
739 m
moderate
Year-round
Alright, road trip lovers, listen up! I've got a sweet Alaskan adventure for you: Mentasta Pass! Cruising along Alaska Route 1, aka the Glenn Highway, you'll climb to 2,424 feet above sea level. This isn't some nail-biting, white-knuckle drive, though. We're talking a well-maintained, two-lane paved road stretching for about 64 glorious miles.
The journey begins near Slana, winds its way through the stunning Alaskan wilderness, and deposits you near Tok. Expect breathtaking scenery, vast open spaces, and that feeling of being utterly dwarfed by nature. Keep an eye out for wildlife, and maybe pack some snacks for the ride. It's a long one, but trust me, the views are totally worth it!
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 103 km
- Max Elevation
- 739 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
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