South Unit: The park road is a 22.5 miles in and 22.5 miles out scenic drive (45 miles total). Please contact the South Unit Visitor Center at 701-623-4730 ext. 1417 for current road conditions in the South Unit.
Due to ongoing road construction operations, the Scenic Loop road between mile marker 22.5 (Old East Entrance Station parking area) and 28 is closed to all access until further notice, including vehicles, pedestrian hiking and biking.
North Unit: The park road is a 14 miles in and 14 miles out scenic drive (28 miles total). Due to current staffing levels, please contact the South Unit Visitor Center at 701-623-4730 ext. 1417 for current road conditions in the North Unit.
When to Expect Closures
During the months of November through April, road closures due to snow and ice are common.Roads close and reopen as conditions permit--there are no set dates.
Whenever possible, park staff clear East River Road in the South Unit (11 miles) and the first 6 miles of road in the North Unit.
