Nome-Teller Road
Remote Bering Sea coastal route to village of Teller
The Nome-Teller Road (Kougarok Road Extension) stretches 72 miles northwest from Nome to the tiny village of Teller, crossing rolling tundra and following the coast of the Bering Sea. Built originally to support reindeer herding operations in the early 1900s, the road passes through some of Alaska’s most remote territory, with key waypoints including the abandoned mining settlement of Taylor and the dramatic headland at Cape Espenberg where walrus haul out on beaches.
This is a moderate gravel route suitable for stock high-clearance vehicles in dry conditions, but can become impassable during wet weather when the clay surface turns to soup. No services exist between Nome and Teller, so carry extra fuel, water, and emergency supplies. Best traveled June through August when weather is most stable. The reward is access to one of Alaska’s most isolated coastal communities and some of the best bird watching in the Arctic, plus the chance to see marine mammals along the Bering Sea coast.
Trail Specs
| Difficulty | Moderate |
|---|---|
| Trail Type | Overland Route |
| Surface | Gravel |
| Features | Coastal, Remote, Scenic |
| Length (miles) | 72 mi / 115.9 km |
| Duration | 1-2 days |
| Max elevation (ft) | 850 ft |
| Best season | June-August |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance vehicle |
| Nearest town | Nome, Alaska |
| Land manager | Alaska Department of Transportation |
| Permit required | No |
| Cell service | None |
| Water crossings | No |
| Dispersed camping | Yes |
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