North Pole, Alaska

Bon Davis homesteaded the area in 1944. Dahl and Gaske Development Company later bought the Davis homestead, subdivided it, and named it North Pole. They hoped to attract a toy manufacturer that would advertise products as being made in North Pole. The Santa Claus House was subsequently developed by Con Miller and his family. North Pole is renowned as the "home of Santa Claus." Letters from children all over the world are mailed to North Pole at Christmas each year. The Santa Claus House is a year-round attraction.

Location:
North Pole is located 14 miles southeast of Fairbanks on the Richardson Highway.
Access:
The Richardson Highway.
Accomodations:
One hotel (12 rooms), 2 restaurants.