Thanks to Ray Mason from Totally Awesome Adventures for the latest update. As late as last week there were reports of trucks attempting to cross the Hurley and getting very badly stuck. The road is very definitely closed officially and unofficially to vehicle traffic but it is in great shape for sledding. The FSR sign…
Snow Update 5
Snow fell to the valley bottom last night and the Hurley is probably getting pretty deep up there now. Reports in of some prepared & experienced drivers still making it over yesterday! The alternate route into the Bridge River Valley was closed today due to a rock slide but DriveBC.ca is reporting the road has re-opened…
Snow Update 4
Reports in after the storm last night that conditions were deep and icy and several trucks were stuck and the snow cat couldn’t get by! More snow is in the forecast. It’s that time of the year to start driving through Lillooet to get to the Bridge River Valley. It’s longer but it’s a…
Snow Update 3
No reports yet on what condition the Hurley is in after the storm yesterday. From what we can see through the clouds today, it looks like the freezing level did rise and icy conditions are possible. If you choose to drive the Hurley at this time of the year be prepared to experience all kinds…
Snow Update 2
The Hurley pass is covered in snow for about 5kms at the top. Snow is 12 inches deep at the pullout at the top of the pass. The road has seen lots of traffic this weekend and there is a one way track through the snow which is probably icy in the mornings and evenings. …
Snow on the Hurley
Update Nov 8: Reports in of 6 to 8 inches of new snow on the Hurley. Check back for another post with photos tonight! Snow on the summit of the Hurley today! It’s muddy and slippery in spots. The road is in pretty good shape but it’s starting to get mud ruts in the new…
Road Surfacing Completed
UPDATE from Thursday: The road surfacing project has been completed for this year! The summit area has been done to about 1-2km past the summit going north. Today, Tuesday they were working on surfacing the upper switchbacks. Road closures are possible from 8am to 6pm with openings every 2 hours. Thanks to SLRD Director Debbie…
Hurley Road Closure
The Hurley road re surfacing project will start on Monday October 19 near the summit. It was delayed a week due to the contractor working on slide areas on the Lillooet FSR. Please see the sign below for opening times. October 23 Surfacing Update: The first full day on site they made 2kms. They’ve developed…
Road re-surfacing project
The grading has been completed and the road is back to being in overall good shape. Please use 4×4 when climbing the hills to prevent washboards! After a grading is when the flat tires usually happen so make sure you are equipped with a spare tire and a plug kit with all the accessories and …
Fall Grading update 3
Unfortunately the grading that was to occur September 12 did not happen. FLNRO was not aware of this until we drew it to their attention. They have followed up with the contractor and the grader should be up there today and grading completed in time for the Thanksgiving weekend. FLNRO understands the road has been…
Lillooet River Rising
UPDATE: 8.30am Monday – Reports coming in that the water levels have dropped and there is no more water on the road! The road is in extremely rough shape. Drive slow and take your time. Thanks to Doug Oswald for making the drive over early this morning for the latest report! The East Hurley Road has…
Fall Grading 2
Unfortunately a vehicle drove off the side of the Hurley today after being distracted by something. Please drive carefully and pay attention as anything can happen quickly! We hope everyone involved in this incident is ok! Between Hope Creek and the Summit there is a spot on the road with the creek flowing right over…
Fall Grading
Wednesday Sept 9th Update: The grader is still working on the Lillooet FSR and will start the end to end grade of the Hurley on Saturday. The Hurley is being graded this week so please follow the caution signs and show the operator some respect, slow down and give him plenty of room to work. …
Grading Update
The Hurley is being graded this week so please show the operator some respect, slow down and give him plenty of room to work. Make sure he knows you are behind him when attempting to pass. The road condition from the summit and down the Pemberton switchbacks is in great shape!
Pemberton Slow Food Cycle
The Pemberton Slow Food Cycle event is on this Sunday August 16. Travel on the Pemberton Meadows Road is not recommended between 9am – 3pm. This will effect Hurley Road drivers on the Pemberton side.