WEST GLACIER, Mont. [September 11, 2024] – Glacier National Park officials are proactively closing the alpine section of Going-to-the-Sun Road at 9 pm on September 11 through early morning Friday, September 13, 2024, due to forecasted moderate to heavy rain showers and thunderstorms that make the area susceptible to mudslides and falling rock. The road will be closed between Avalanche Creek and Jackson Glacier Overlook.
The National Weather Service issued a forecast for Wednesday, September 11, 2024 for moderate to heavy rain showers with embedded thunderstorms. Half inch or greater per hour rain rates are possible. New or existing burn scars will be very susceptible to debris flows. Known rockslide areas, such as Glacier National Park, may experience rock and mudslides. Thursday through Friday, persistent widespread rain will continue to cause rock fall or debris flow risks, especially in Glacier National Park.
The closure will remain in place until Friday morning unless conditions improve. The park will continually evaluate the conditions to see when the closure can be lifted.
Visitors are encouraged to prepare for inclement weather if they plan to travel to the park this week. Check the weather forecast and park road status before you visit, dress for varying degrees of weather, carry the ten essential emergency items, and be on alert for potential hazards on roadways and trails.
