The Fort Chipewyan Winter Road is 177 km from gate to gate.
The La Loche Winter Trail is 62 km from Hwy 881 to the Saskatchewan border.
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The latest updates on the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road and the La Loche Winter Trail are available by following the links below or by calling the Winter Road Hotline at 1-866-743-6111. Updates and details are provided as they become available.
Closed for the season as of March 31, 2025.
Closed for the season as of March 6, 2025.
Emergency Car Kit: Essential items include non-perishable food, water, blankets, extra winter clothing, first aid kit, road flares, vehicle repair tools, shovel, scraper, snow brush, fire starter, flashlight, whistle, toilet paper, and communication devices.
Winter Tires: Ensure your vehicle has winter tires for better traction on icy surfaces.
Windshield Maintenance: Keep your windshield fluid topped up with a formula rated for -40°C temperatures, and ensure your wipers are in good condition.
How long are the winter roads?
The Fort Chipewyan Winter Road is 177 km from gate to gate.
The La Loche Winter Trail is 62 km from Hwy 881 to the Saskatchewan border.
Are there mile markers on the Fort Chipewyan winter road?
Yes. There are mile markers starting in Fort Chipewyan that run south to the entrance gate by the washrooms. Markers can be used for emergency situations and wide loads.
Do drivers need to radio in the markers to anyone?
No. There is no requirement to call in to anyone while travelling the road.
How can I get information on the Fort Smith Winter Road?
For information on the Fort Smith Winter Road, please visit the Parks Canada website or call 1-867-872-7962.
Season | Open Date | Close Date | Days Open |
2012-2013 | 5-Dec-12 | 2-Apr-13 | 118 |
2013-2014 | 7-Dec-13 | 9-Apr-14 | 123 |
2014-2015 | 5-Dec-14 | 23-Mar-15 | 108 |
2015-2016 | 15-Dec-15 | 29-Mar-16 | 105 |
2016-2017 | 18-Dec-16 | 25-Mar-17 | 97 |
2017-2018 | 15-Dec-17 | 19-Mar-18 | 94 |
2018-2019 | 14-Dec-18 | 17-Mar-19 | 93 |
2019-2020 | 19-Dec-19 | 26-Mar-20 | 98 |
2020-2021 | 31-Dec-20 | 23-Mar-21 | 82 |
2021-2022 | 22-Dec-21 | 22-Mar-22 | 90 |
2022-2023 | 15-Dec-22 | 5-Apr-23 | 111 |
2023-2024 | 20-Dec-23 | 26-Mar-24 | 97 |
2024-2025 | 20-Dec-24 | 26-Mar-25 | 122 |
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