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North Pole
Area: 4.2 square miles
Population: 1,570 (2000 census)
County: Fairbanks North
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One of Alaska’s most unique communities is North Pole, 14 miles/22.5 km southeast of Fairbanks. It is best known as the home of Santa Claus’ House but has a large number of businesses that cater to the traveling public. Restaurants, motel, campgrounds, supermarket and a shopping center are conveniently located near the Richardson Highway.
History
This area was first homesteaded in 1944 by a farmer named Davis, but did
not gain much recognition until 1953 when North Pole was incorporated
as a town. An enterprising merchant named Con Miller moved his store from
Fairbanks and began a tradition that is still going on today. Miller had
already developed a reputation for playing Santa Claus to the Native children
in the Alaskan Villages, and so he named his new trading post Santa Claus
House.
Information/Emergency
North Pole Visitor Information Center, mile 348.7/km 561.2 (1504.7) Open
June through August.
North Pole Library, 301 Snowman Lane, 907-488-6101. Internet access is available on a scheduled basis (limit 1 hour per person per day), call for an appointment.
Emergency only 911: State Troopers 452-2114, North Pole Police 907-488-6902, Fire 907-488-2232.
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