Is Hatcher Pass open right now?
Hatcher Pass AK 1 · Alaska
Hatcher Pass on AK 1 is one of Alaska's key mountain crossings. The live status above comes from official DOT data and refreshes continuously through the day.
When does Hatcher Pass close for the winter?
Hatcher Pass closes every winter. Typical closing: late September or October, with the first snow. Typical reopening: around July 1. The gravel road over the summit closes. The paved road to Independence Mine on the Palmer side stays open in winter. Exact dates change every year, so check the live status before you go.
See every seasonal closure on the winter pass closures list.
Hatcher Pass webcams
Live DOT webcams at and around Hatcher Pass stream in the Pass Checker app, so you can see the road surface for yourself before you commit to the drive. Camera views refresh continuously from official Alaska DOT feeds.
Pass Checker checks its own status against official DOT data every hour. See the live accuracy report.
The Pass Checker app adds live DOT camera feeds, summit temperatures from roadside weather stations, chain law and restriction details, and every other pass in Alaska.