The road leading to Golden Ears Provincial Park reopened just after noon Sunday, allowing hikers and campers to enter and exit the park once again.
A BC Parks spokesperson told Daily Hive there is no danger to those using the park today. The checkpoint to verify hiking day-use passes is operating again, and those camping were unaffected.
Fern Crescent was closed for several hours Sunday morning because of a medical emergency, preventing drivers from entering or leaving.
Fern crescent Road is now reopened in both directions. Thanks for your patience.
— Ridge Meadows RCMP (@RidgeRCMP) August 2, 2020
Ridge Meadows RCMP alerted the public to the closure, but did not provide details about what happened. They were enforcing the closure about one kilometre north of the park gate.
“No vehicles are allowed in the area and will be turned around. Expect delays,” police said.
Fern crescent 1 km north of the provincial gate is closed north and south bound lanes due to medical incident. No vehicles are allowed in the area and will be turned around. Expect delays. pic.twitter.com/rByxLNfy4b
— Ridge Meadows RCMP (@RidgeRCMP) August 2, 2020
The closure applied to everyone, and those who have reserved day passes to hike were not allowed through, according to the park operator.
Due to an emergency situation, all access to #GoldenEars Park is CLOSED until further notice. This includes access with day-use passes. We will update as soon as the park re-opens. @CKNW @GlobalBC @NEWS1130Traffic @City_tv @CBCVancouver @CTVVancouver
— Alouette Parks (@AlouetteParks) August 2, 2020
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