This roadhouse cafe and fuel stop serves as the final civilization before entering the serious wilderness of the Dalton Highway. Hot Spot offers hearty trucker fare—burgers, steaks, and all-day breakfast—alongside diesel, gasoline, and basic supplies. The portions are massive, the coffee strong, and the atmosphere authentically Alaskan with pipeline workers, truckers, and the occasional tourist mixing at worn formica tables.
Open year-round but hours can be unpredictable, especially in winter. The fuel pumps operate 24/7 with credit cards. This is your last chance for a hot meal and reliable fuel until Coldfoot Camp, 175 miles north. Stock up on snacks and drinks here—the markup gets steep further up the highway.
Last hot meal before the Brooks Range
Place Details
| Type | Town / Resupply |
|---|---|
| Street address | 3569 Industrial Avenue, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701 Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Fairbanks, Alaska |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | Partial |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $15.00 / night |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 0 nights |
| Best season | Year-round |
| Land manager | Private |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Cell signal, Drinking water, Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
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