The “World Famous Alaska Highway”—also called the Alcan Highway (Alaska–Canada Highway)—is one of North America’s most iconic and historic roadways. 🌎 What It Is A 1,390 mile (2,237 km) road connecting Dawson Creek, British Columbia to Delta Junction, Alaska. Many travelers continue on to Fairbanks, the unofficial northern terminus. 🛠 Why It’s Famous Built in 1942 during World War II, the highway was rushed into existence by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in just eight months, to provide a m