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 2021-22 route maps of the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road, La Loche Winter Trail and the portion of the Lac La Biche Winter Trail the municipality maintains.
Next Fort Chipewyan Winter Road season, the Municipality is planning on moving the east ice crossing over the Des Roches River further south to avoid the Kazan Wildland Park. During the 2021-22 season, an ice crossing is being built in the proposed location to monitor the ice integrity in the area and provide access for the equipment preparing the new route for next winter.
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Winter road updates
- Winter Road Hotline (recorded message): 1-866-743-6111
- Fort Chipewyan Winter Road Updates
- La Loche Winter Trail Updates
- PULSE
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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
| How long are the winter roads? |
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The Fort Chipewyan Winter Road is 159.5 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. |