MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, Wyo. — As of today, contractors will be working on all damaged sections of the park’s Northeast Entrance Road near Cooke City/Silver Gate, Montana.
The road was previously open to bicyclists and pedestrians to Barronette Meadow. However, due to significant work beginning on the road this week, the road will be closed near the Warm Creek Trailhead and picnic area. This will still make access for visitors and residents possible and will provide room for construction work to begin, including the staging of equipment and materials needed to make repairs. It is estimated that repairs will be completed by Oct. 15, and will facilitate traffic between the park and Cooke City/Silver Gate, Montana.
Changes to foot and bicycle access on Northeast Entrance Road
- Northeast Entrance Road (via Cooke City/Silver Gate, Montana):
- Visitors can now travel two miles to Warm Creek Trailhead on bicycle (on paved roadways) and by foot for fishing and hiking in areas not identified as closed.
- Previously, recreators could travel six miles into the park through the Northeast Entrance. To promote safe access within the active construction zone, the park is moving the barrier closer to the entrance to reduce potential conflicts between construction equipment and those on foot/bicycle.
Safety Precautions
- Visitors using the roadway by foot or bicycle should be cautious and expect heavy equipment on the roadways. The park will also advise Oftedal Construction Inc. to be aware of bicyclists and pedestrians as they continue to mobilize.
Visitors can stay informed on what is open and closed throughout the park here.
