Section of Beartooth Highway to close temporarily Friday due to anticipated winter weather

Fall in the Beartooth Mountains — NPS / Jacob W. Frank

By News Team

September 30, 2022 10:13 AM

Published September 29, 2022 4:38 PM

RED LODGE, Mont. (KIFI) - On Friday, Sept. 30 at 8 a.m., the Beartooth Highway (US-212) between Long Lake barricade, near Top of the World Store, and the Montana/Wyoming state line will close in anticipation of forecasted winter weather conditions.

This is a temporary closure due to expected winter weather, heavy snow and hazardous driving conditions through the weekend.

The highway will reopen as conditions allow.

Check the Montana and Wyoming departments of transportation websites for road updates and status.

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