Will Trail Ridge Road Open On Memorial Day Weekend?

One of the unofficial signs that summer is upon us in Northern Colorado is something that all outdoor enthusiasts look forward to every year. We all should consider ourselves lucky to live in such proximity to a national park that many flock to every year from all over the world just to witness.

Trail Ridge Road Opening Delayed by Spring Snow

Rocky Mountain National Park is a treasure and one of the greatest national parks in the United States. Every year, millions of people visit, and if you are lucky enough to come during the summer months, you can take a drive over Trail Ridge Road.

Normally, Trail Ridge Road opens for the season on Memorial Day Weekend, marking the opening of the summer season. However, this year is a little different.

According to Rocky Mountain National Park's X account, spring snow, with accumulations totaling over a foot at Rainbow Curve, has halted operations for snow removal.

More accumulating snow is also in the forecast at Rocky Mountain National Park over the course of the next few days.

Based on current conditions, along with incoming weather and wind in the extended forecast for high elevation areas of Rocky Mountain National Park, it is unknown when Trail Ridge Road will open to vehicles for through travel.

Said the post by the National Parks Service for Rocky Mountain National Park on X.

Where Trail Ridge Road Is Currently Closed

Trail Ridge Road is currently closed at Many Parks Curve on the east side of the park and at Colorado River trailhead on the west side of the park. The National Park Service says to keep an eye on its social media accounts and webpage for any updates as to when the iconic Trail Ridge Road may open for the season.