Northern Rockies RCMP May long weekend patrols a success

May 19, 2026 - Liard Hot Springs Provincial Park, British Columbia
From: Northern Rockies RCMP

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The Northern Rockies RCMP patrolled various communities and conducted traffic enforcement along the Alaska Highway over the May long weekend, to great success.

May long weekend typically marks the beginning of the annual pilgrimage to the Liard Hot Springs Provincial Park, and other areas of the north, as the weather improves and traffic starts to increase along the Alaska highway. The Northern Rockies RCMP deploys annually to the literal hot spot to patrol most of the communities in northeastern BC, while also conducting traffic enforcement along the route.

This year was no different as police took the opportunity to work with their partners, the BC Conservation Service. The joint operation’s goal was to ensure those traveling and camping this weekend were safe.

In total, police and Conservation Officers issued 68 violation tickets for driving infractions, seven violation tickets for off road vehicle infractions, and seven notice and orders for vehicle deficiencies. Police also conducted 25 mandatory alcohol screenings and issued one 24-hour driving prohibition, arrested one person on an outstanding warrant and towed four vehicles under the Motor Vehicle Act.

Conservation Officers also issued two warnings to fishermen and checked five firearms in vehicles.

Additionally, sixteen people were checked after they had accessed the Liard Hot Springs after hours, in contravention of the park rules.

“From Laird Hot Springs to Prophet River First Nation, and everywhere in between, our officers covered a lot of ground this weekend,” said Staff Sergeant Kris Clark of the BC RCMP. “May long weekend at the Liard Hot Springs is one of my favourite memories from my time in Fort Nelson, but having the weekend conclude safely is always priceless.”

From your Northern Rockies RCMP leadership team:

Staff Sergeant Jason Rumming - Detachment Commander
Sergeant Christian Drabosenig - Operations NCO

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