Road restrictions and seasonal closures

Jasper National Park

Jasper National Park is closed

An Evacuation Order has been issued for Jasper

Everyone in Jasper must evacuate now. Wildfire status.

Reservations from July 23 to August 6 in Jasper National Park will automatically be cancelled and fully refunded

Reservations from July 23 to August 6 in Jasper National Park will automatically be cancelled and fully refunded. There is no need for further action on the part of visitors for these cancellations and refunds.

Reopening dates will be confirmed when available and any further cancelations communicated as required. If you wish to cancel reservations beyond August 6, regular cancellation charges may apply.

We are sorry for the inconvenience and disappointment this news brings to your travel plans. We appreciate your patience as we take necessary action to keep our visitors safe.

For the most up-to-date road information
Road restrictions and seasonal closures in Jasper National Park (2024)

The listing below shows the tentative plan for road restrictions and seasonal roads opening and closing. These dates may change without notice. Always check www.511.alberta.ca or dial 511 for the latest road conditions and closures.

Road restrictions and seasonal closures in Jasper National Park (2024)
Road Motorised access Non-motorised access
Lake Annette and Lake Edith Road
  • No RVs or trailers
  • Vehicle size restrictions: Maximum length 6 metres (20 feet)
 Year-round Year-round
Old Fort Point Road
Old Fort Point Trailhead (P1) to Lac Beauvert (P18)
  • No RVs or trailers (very small parking lot)
  • Vehicle size restrictions: Maximum length 6 meters (20 feet)
 June 30 July 20 to October 31
 Year-round
Pyramid Road
From Pyramid Lake Resort until the end of the road (including Pyramid Island)
  • Vehicle size restrictions: Maximum length 7.5 metres (25 feet)
 Year-round Year-round
Pyramid Beach Road
  • Vehicle size restrictions: Maximum length 7.5 metres (25 feet)
 May 1 to October 31 Year-round
Cavell Road
  • Cavell Road is narrow and winding. Trailers and large motorhomes not permitted. Trailer drop-off in parking lot at the start of Cavell Road on 93A.
  • Vehicle size restrictions: Maximum length 7.5 metres (25 feet)
  • Closed to all access for caribou conservation: November 1 to May 15
 May 31 June 14 to October 6 Motorist-free road cycling:
  • May 16 to May 30
  • October 7 to October 31
93A (Wabasso Road) through route
 May 15 to September 23 From Whirlpool River to Geraldine Road
Motorist-free road cycling:
  • March 16 to May 14
  • September 24 to November 15
Moab Lake Road May 17 to September 30 Year-round
Geraldine Road
  • High clearance vehicles recommended. No trailers or RVs.

Geraldine Road during construction of the Caribou Conservation Breeding Centre

From June 9 to September 30, 2024: Geraldine Road is open to public traffic, with restrictions, while construction continues on the Caribou Conservation Breeding Centre:

  • During working hours (typically 07:00 to 19:00), travel on Geraldine Road is allowed by vehicle only. Visitors must use the radio in the entry kiosk to request an escort for their vehicle through the construction zone. Expect delays of up to 15 minutes. Drive with care. Follow traffic control measures and all posted speed limits and warnings.
  • During non-working hours, the road is open to all users. Use caution when traveling through the construction area.
  • Work schedules are subject to change without notice.

From October 1 to December 31, 2024: Geraldine Road is closed to all public traffic. Notice of restriction: Travel on Geraldine Road during construction of the Caribou Conservation Breeding Centre

 June 9 to September 30 June 9 to September 30
Toe of the Glacier Road
  • Vehicle size restrictions: Maximum length 7.5 metres (25 feet)
 June 1 to September 30 Year-round
Wilcox Trailhead
  • Vehicle size restrictions: Maximum length 7.5 metres (25 feet)
 Year-round Year-round
Miette Road
Single lane alternating traffic is in place from KM 7.5 to KM 8.5.
Drivers should expect short delays.
  • Miette Road is narrow and winding. Trailers and large motorhomes not permitted past Miette campground. Trailer drop-off in Lower Miette Mine Trail Parking lot.
  • Vehicle size restrictions: Maximum length 7.5 metres (25 feet)
 May 3 to October 14 Year-round
Celestine Lake Road
  • The Celestine Road is a rough one-way road. High clearance vehicles recommended. No trailers or RVs.
Celestine Lake Road hours of travel

The Celestine Road is a rough one-way road.

Hours of travel are as follows:

In:

  • 8 am to 9 am
  • 11 am to 12 pm
  • 2 pm to 3 pm
  • 5 pm to 6 pm

Out:

  • 9:30 am to 10:30 am
  • 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
  • 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
  • 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
 June 1 to October 31 Year-round

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