Seasonal gate was already unlocked as expected. Second gate at 24 km still locked as expected. Thin layer of slush covering the road which was otherwise in good condition, just some potholes. Same when leaving on December 7. Temperature was -2°C so expect this to be iced over or snowed in soon, needing chains. IIRC this road doesn’t get plowed in winter so eventually it’s impassable without snowmobile. Did not encounter any rangers before or after the permanent gate.