PLAN YOUR VISIT
understanding closures
FROM RECREATION TO THE RESOURCE EXTRACTION INDUSTRY - BC’S DIVERSE WILDERNESS IS SHARED BY MANY.
In British Columbia, layers of protection, often in the form of closures or seasonal restrictions, ensure balanced use of public lands. It is every riders responsibility to check the maps and know the regulations that may apply to where you choose to ride.
TRAVELLING ON BC’S BACKCOUNTRY RESOURCE ROADS
In winter, snowmobile clubs transform many of BC's industrial resource roads into groomed recreation sites and access routes to alpine freeride zones. Winter logging may take place, so if a road appears plowed for industrial use, snowmobiles are not allowed by law. Always follow posted radio procedures to prevent collisions and ensure access remains clear.
WILDLIFE AND OTHER CLOSURES
Although 94% of BC is public access land, not all areas allow motorized use. Snowmobiling is typically prohibited in provincial parks, and riders must be aware of commercial or seasonal closures that protect other recreational experiences. Wildlife closure areas are enforced to preserve biodiversity. If you encounter wildlife like moose, goats, caribou, or bears, maintain your distance and allow them to pass safely or exit the area quietly.
Closures may be vast and not signed, so it is important to check with the local snowmobile club for the latest information before you ride. It is YOUR responsibility to know where you are in relation to any closures.
