Summer Snowstorm Forces Closure of Trail Ridge Road

Over the weekend, you might have experienced an interruption in your travel plans, thanks to the summer snowstorm Colorado experienced. Happy first day of summer, Colorado!

According to a press release, Trail Ridge Road closed on Friday afternoon and has remained closed due to 1 to 5 foot drifts. Crews were able to ploy to Lava Cliffs, but had to eventually turn around due to " 50 mph winds, with heavy snow and major drifting".

If you want to stay updated with Trail Ridge Road closures, you can call the status line at (970) 586-1222.