Why: Heavy equipment and crews will be working on site to facilitate expansion and redevelopment of Barrier Dam Day Use area. The construction closure of Barrier Dam Day Use will impact parking and access to some facilities and trails. Alternative access to Jewell Bay Backcountry Campground and related trail networks is available from the North via Quaite Valley and Jewell Pass trails.
Where: Jura Creek, located east of the Hamlet of Exshaw on Hwy 1A
Why: Creation of a parking lot, washroom and garbage facilities and improvements to the highway intersection. Users will need to watch for men and equipment working as well as reductions to speed limits in the area.
Effective Date: October 30, 2017 until further notice
Where: Widow Maker Trail from Canoe Meadows to the Green Tongue river feature, downstream from the Barrier Visitor Information Center. A re-route is available along the river.
Why: Hazardous conditions due to compromised trees
