Utqiagvik is surrounded by the National Petroleum Reserve–Alaska. The city of Utqiagvik has three sections, which can be classified as south, central, and north.

Located on the Arctic Ocean, Utqiaġvik (formerly known as Barrow) is one of the largest Iñupiaq settlements in Alaska. It’s also the northernmost community in the United States. Its extreme …

Jan 26, 2026 · Utqiagvik is the economic, transportation and administrative center for the North Slope Borough. Located on the Chukchi Sea coast, Utqiagvik is the northernmost community …

Located on the Chukchi Sea coast, Utqiagvik is the northernmost community in the United States. Traditionally, the community is known as Ukpeaġvik, “place where snowy owls are hunted.” …

Sep 24, 2025 · Having missed seeing polar bears in Svalbard , we researched and found the next best place which is easily accessible and with good hotels to stay was Utqiagvik.

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Jul 8, 2025 · Utqiaġvik is an Inupiat community. The Inupiat people are the primary native group of the Alaskan Arctic; almost 60% of Utqiaġvik residents identify as ‘American Indian’ (native) on …

Oct 30, 2025 · Utqiagvik, Alaska, offers a unique blend of scientific discovery and cultural richness. Whether you’re fascinated by cutting-edge science or traditional craftsmanship, …

Utqiaġvik is very small, and is a flat desert that almost never receives large amounts of snow. So it's easy to get around by foot even in the winter. During the colder months, you can walk …

May 4, 2025 · Explore nine must‑see Utqiagvik attractions—from the Whale Bone Arch to the midnight sun—in this insider guide to visit the northernmost city in the USA.