Winter Roads

The latest updates on the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road and the La Loche Winter Trail are available by following the links above or by calling the Winter Road Hotline at 1-866-743-6111. Updates and details are provided as they become available.

Travelling on winter roads presents additional hazards and challenges. Always drive to conditions, follow posted signage and review the Winter Road Safety Tips before your next trip. 

Permits may be required for haul trucks and larger vehicles to use the winter roads. Drivers of larger loads and transportation companies should review the Heavy Vehicle Information Package before using a winter road.  

Follow these links for a map of the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road, La Loche Winter Trail and the portion of the Lac La Biche Winter Trail the municipality maintains. 

Subscribe to receive email updates for the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road and the La Loche Winter Trail. Once registered, you will receive all updates related to openings, closures, load limit changes and other important information.

Winter road updates

• Winter Road Hotline (recorded message): 1-866-743-6111
• Fort Chipewyan Winter Road Updates
• La Loche Winter Trail Updates
• PULSE
• Subscribe to receive updates
• Follow the RMWB on Facebook and Twitter 

Important information

• For information on the Fort Smith Winter Road, please visit the Parks Canada website or call 1-867-872-7962.
• There are no regular services like road patrol, gas stations or cell phone coverage on the winter roads so always be prepared for emergencies. High clearance 4x4 vehicles are recommended.
• Workers, equipment and other motorists may also be on the road, so please stay on the right side of the road on hills for enhanced safety.
• Please drive to road conditions and obey all posted signage. When passing equipment, reduce speed to 30 km/h for everyone's safety.

Frequently asked questions