Waterton Lakes National Park closed due to flooding
Posted Jun 12, 2023 4:59 pm.
Last Updated Jun 12, 2023 8:38 pm.
As parts of Alberta face wildfires amid hot and dry conditions, other parts are seeing rain and flooding.
Parks Canada has issued a flood closure bulletin for Waterton Lakes National Park in the province’s southwest corner.
The closure applies to hiking trails, backcountry campgrounds, and the Red Rock and Akamina parkways. The Townsite and Kootenai Brown Trail and Townsite Lakeshore Trail are not affected by this order.
Update: The area closures due to the significant rain event remain in place. Assessments are ongoing throughout the park. Akamina Parkway is expected to be closed throughout the week and weekend. https://t.co/ioIWHuacnZ pic.twitter.com/UbT7ONwsfd
— Waterton Lakes National Park, Parks Canada (@WatertonLakesNP) June 12, 2023
Parks Canada says the situation was prompted by a “significant rain event,” with assessments underway throughout the park. The rain has led to “debris flows,” triggering dangerous conditions.
As people are asked to stay away, Parks Canada is issuing a reminder that violating the order can result in charges and a maximum penalty up to $25,000.
