December 6th, 2024.
Parks Canada would like to advise motorists to be prepared for an anticipated closure of the Icefields Parkway from 12 noon to 4pm from Parker Ridge to Big Bend on Saturday, December 7th. This will allow necessary avalanche control work to safely take place. A winter storm is forecasted to hit Jasper National Park starting in the afternoon of Friday December 6, bringing upwards of 15–25cm of snow. The parkway will be opened sooner, if conditions are safe to do so. Access to the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls will remain open during this time.

Your safety is our priority.
Parks Canada only closes roads when absolutely necessary, when weather, road or avalanche conditions present a risk to human life. When roads are closed, gates are locked for the safety of park visitors and motorists. Breaking gates or intruding into avalanche control areas is unsafe and illegal.

Backcountry users should check avalanche.ca for updated conditions.
Plan ahead:
• Check 511.Alberta.ca for road conditions and traffic information.
• Respect road closures and delays.
• Know the weather forecast.
• Be prepared. Travel with a fully stocked emergency car kit.

Media inquiries
Jasper National Park
Email: jnpmedia@pc.gc.ca