The Nahanni Range Road proper is entirely gravel, and is not recommended for general public use.

Originally, two-thirds of the route was maintained by the Yukon government, and had campgrounds for public use.

When the mine shut in 1986, the road fell into disuse and maintenance became increasingly difficult.

In January 2020, the Yukon Government and the Liard River First Nation announced an agreement for a first phase of repairs.

$17 million of federal and territorial tax funds will pay for the replacement of two bridges along Nahanni Range Road.