Guardsman Pass Opens Tuesday in Utah

Other mountain roads remain closed as seasonal openings continue.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:53pm

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A vibrant, impressionistic oil painting depicting a winding mountain road cutting through a lush, green landscape, with towering peaks in the background, conceptually representing the seasonal opening of a scenic alpine passageway.The seasonal opening of Guardsman Pass signals the arrival of summer in the scenic mountain regions surrounding Park City.Park City Today

The Utah Department of Transportation has announced that Guardsman Pass, which connects Summit and Wasatch counties, will open to the public on Tuesday. However, the Brighton to Park City passageway on S.R. 190 and Mirror Lake Highway will remain closed until further notice.

Why it matters

The seasonal opening of mountain passes and roads is an important annual event for Utah's outdoor recreation and tourism industries, allowing access to popular ski resorts, hiking trails, and scenic drives. The status of these roads impacts travel plans and accessibility for both locals and visitors.

The details

Guardsman Pass, part of S.R. 224, will open on Tuesday, April 15, 2026. Meanwhile, S.R. 190 connecting Brighton and Park City, as well as Mirror Lake Highway, will stay closed for the time being. S.R. 35, the Wolf Creek Summit road connecting east of Francis to west of Hanna, is currently open. In Wasatch County, Indian Creek Road to Highway 6 will also open at 8 a.m. on Tuesday.

  • Guardsman Pass will open on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.
  • S.R. 190 and Mirror Lake Highway will remain closed until further notice.
  • S.R. 35, Wolf Creek Summit, is currently open.
  • Indian Creek Road to Highway 6 in Wasatch County will open at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.

The players

Utah Department of Transportation

The state agency responsible for maintaining and operating Utah's transportation infrastructure, including seasonal mountain roads.

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What’s next

Travelers are advised to check UDOT's website for the latest updates on the status of seasonal mountain roads in Utah.

The takeaway

The opening of Guardsman Pass marks an important milestone for Utah's outdoor recreation season, but access to some popular destinations remains limited as the state's transportation agency continues to manage seasonal road openings.