Alberta's Chief Mountain border crossing opens for 2025 summer season
Located along Highway 6 on the boundary of Waterton Lakes National Park, the Chief Mountain port of entry connects the town of Babb, Mont., with Pincher Creek, Alta.
Due to its high elevation and harsh winters, the border crossing is only open in the spring and summer.
Chief Mountain will open for use on May 15, with the hours of operation as follows:
May 15 to 31 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.;
June 1 to Sept. 1 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., and
Sept. 2 to 30 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
It will then close on Sept. 30.
Canada Boarder Services Agency (CBSA) says last year the Chief Mountain port of entry welcomed more than 65,000 travellers.
Before heading to the border crossing, travellers are advised to check the CBSA's website for estimated wait times.
Whether travelling by land, air or water, the CBSA says travellers can help speed up processing times by coming prepared with their travel documents.
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