Somerset County closed the Big Savage Tunnel for the winter season on Wednesday, November 27. This seasonal closure, performed annually, protects the lining of the tunnel from freeze-thaw cycles brought on by high winds, cold temperatures, and wet, snowy conditions at high elevation. Please note that there is no detour, and local roads are narrow and treacherous. Please plan your winter excursions elsewhere on the GAP. The tunnel is scheduled to reopen in late March, depending on weather, and an exact date will be posted in advance at www.gaptrail.org.
Big Savage Tunnel to close for winter November 27