Is McKenzie Pass open right now?
McKenzie Pass OR 242 · Oregon
McKenzie Pass on OR 242 is one of Oregon's key mountain crossings. The live status above comes from official DOT data and refreshes continuously through the day.
When does McKenzie Pass close for the winter?
McKenzie Pass closes every winter. Typical closing: early November, or sooner after the first heavy snow. Typical reopening: mid-to-late June. The narrow lava-field highway is not plowed in winter. Vehicles over 35 feet are prohibited all year. Exact dates change every year, so check the live status before you go.
See every seasonal closure on the winter pass closures list.
Pass Checker checks its own status against official DOT data every hour. See the live accuracy report.
The Pass Checker app adds summit temperatures from roadside weather stations, chain law and restriction details, and every other pass in Oregon.