Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area Accessible to Public during Government Shutdown

Fort Smith, MT – During the shutdown of the federal government due to the lapse of appropriations, national parks will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. Park roads, lookouts, and trails at Bighorn Canyon, will remain accessible to visitors, but emergency and rescue services will be limited.

There will be no NPS-provided visitor services at Bighorn Canyon, including public information, restrooms, trash collection, facilities, programming, and roads maintenance (including plowing).

Because of the federal government shutdown, NPS social media and websites are not being monitored or updated and may not reflect current conditions.

Bighorn Canyon will not be providing services for campgrounds, including maintenance, janitorial, and bathrooms. Visitors in the campgrounds will not be asked to leave unless safety concerns require such action.

For updates on the shutdown, please visit http://www.doi.gov/shutdown