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Trail Ridge Road is Closed to Through Travel for the Winter 2025/2026 Season

November 14, 2025 · Source: National Park Service

Road gate is closed on Trail Ridge Road at Many Parks Curve in RMNP. Large white road closed sign is posted on the center of the gate. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

Today, Friday, November 14, 2025, Trail Ridge Road (U.S. Highway 34) inside Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) officially closed to through travel for the winter season. Trail Ridge Road is closed on the east side of the park at Many Parks Curve and on the west side of the park at Colorado River Trailhead.

Read the official NPS source

What Travelers Need to Know

Check the affected roads, trails or facilities and the dates in the official notice. Plan an alternate route or activity if your itinerary uses the affected area.

Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.

Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.

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