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==Overview==[[Prudhoe Bay]] is a work camp on the Arctic coast of [[Alaska]]. [[USA]]. It is the furthest north reachable place by road in the western hemisphere Western Hemisphere and is therefore a popular destination for adventurers. Prudhoe is one of only a handful of places in the world accessible by road that lies within the tundra. It is quite a unique experience.
While a campfire is useful in deterring mosquitoes, there are no trees for firewood with the exception of occasional willow branches.
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Be aware that there is no public ocean access and you may not go within eight miles of the shoreline without paying for an organized tour. These tours must be organized at least 24 hours in advance.
[[user:thewindandrain]] was woken up several times by curious musk oxen investigating his tent.
==CampingSleeping ==
Since lodging is typically reserved for tour groups and workers, and the entirety of the terrain is boggy tundra, travelers are frequently seen car camping or sleeping in tents along the side of the road and the river. This seems to be tolerated and even encouraged.
While a campfire is useful in deterring mosquitoes, there are no trees for firewood with the exception of occasional willow branches. [[user:thewindandrain]] was able to find abundant scrap wood in the work camps to keep a fire going most of the (sunlit) night.