Heavy rain and snow closed the Crown Range Rd yesterday morning as the chance of surface flooding and rockfalls increased.
The Queenstown Lakes District Council announced the road was closed shortly after 6.30am yesterday.
The road was gritted and snow cleared as the council warned of ``wet roads across the district'' and icy patches in sheltered spots.
Council communications adviser Campbell Weal urged road users to drive slowly on the Crown Range Rd and throughout the district.
``With all the rain we've had, there's also a higher chance of surface flooding and rockfalls around the district.''
More rain meant more water entered the ground, forcing the water table to rise above normal levels.
The road opened again at 8am yesterday, but motorists were advised to carry snow chains.
