Both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks are closed to all visitors until further notice,according to a joint news release published this morning. "State highways and/or roads that transcend park/state boundaries and facilities that support life safety and commerce will remain open," according to the release, so places like Kelly, Wyoming will remain accessible.
The closure is sure to impact the many backcountry skiers and other recreationalists who have been utilizing the Parks as a place to temporarily escape their indoor quarantine, and increase the risk of crowds in other popular areas. There is no estimated re-opening date, but the release noted that the Park Service is "committed to continued close coordination with our state and local partners as we progress through this closure period and are prepared when the timing is right to reopen as quickly and safely as possible."
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