PORT ANGELES – Officials of Olympic National Park have released new information since the government shutdown took effect last week.

There will be no visitor services at the Park, including visitor centers, restrooms, trash collection, and roads maintenance (that includes regular snow-plowing).

The Hurricane Ridge Ski and Snowboard operation will remain closed during the shutdown, as well as guided snowshoe walks you may have scheduled.

As for lodging and restaurants, Kalaloch Lodge is staying open, and Lake Crescent Lodge is open at least through January 2.

Because of the federal government shutdown, Park Service social media and websites are not being updated and may not reflect current conditions.

The NPS will not be providing services for NPS-operated campgrounds, including maintenance, janitorial, and restrooms. However, visitors in NPS-operated campgrounds will not be asked to leave unless safety concerns require such action. Kalaloch campground is currently the only park campground with vehicle access.

Some park areas, including Staircase, Lake Crescent, Kalaloch, and Ozette are currently accessible by vehicle, however, access may change without notice. The Queets and the Hoh Rain Forest areas remain closed to vehicle access due to recent storm damage and downed trees.

Vehicle access in the Quinault Rain Forest is also limited due to recent storm damage and downed trees. The Quinault Graves Creek Road and North Fork Road are closed. Vehicle access to Rialto Beach remains closed since last Thursday’s storm surge. Hurricane Ridge Road will remain closed to vehicles until the lapse of appropriations is resolved.

Deer Park Road and Sol Duc Road are closed to vehicles for the winter season. The Elwha Olympic Hot Springs Road remains closed to vehicle access due to flood damage.

The most recent status of park roads and campgrounds is available at www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/conditions.htm.