Landslide Leads to Emergency Closure of Big Creek River Access and Picnic Area

The following press release was published by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service on Feb. 22, 2018. It is reproduced in full below.

Effective immediately, a landslide caused by recent heavy rains has resulted in an emergency closure of the access route to Big Creek boat launch and picnic area to all public and unauthorized traffic.

This closure is conducted in the interest of public safety and to ensure park staff are able to concentrate completely on making necessary repairs.

The closure to the area is temporary and expected to reopen for public use Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018.

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Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service