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Applies from Sun 28 Apr 2024, 3.20am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Apr 2024, 7.24pm
Hazard reduction burns: Linda Rock HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 28/04/2024. The fire is called Linda Rock HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 29 Apr 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Apr 2024, 6.17pm
Hazard reduction burns: Mahons Creek HR
There is a fire in this park called Mahons Creek HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 29 Apr 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Apr 2024, 5.35pm
Hazard reduction burns: Mahons Creek Hazard Reduction
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 29/04/2024. The fire is called Mahons Creek Hazard Reduction. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 23 Apr 2024, 6.12am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Apr 2024, 5.18pm
Hazard reduction burns: WESTERN RIDGE HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 23/04/2024. The fire is called WESTERN RIDGE HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 29 Apr 2024, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Apr 2024, 5.04pm
Hazard reduction burns: Jingga West HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 29/04/2024. The fire is called Jingga West HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Apr 2024, 3.39pm
Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed
Many walking tracks, roads and fire trails within Blue Mountains National Park remain closed following sustained wet weather causing subsidence hazards, major landslides or infrastructure upgrades.
The following areas are closed:
Katoomba and Leura
- Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall risk.
- Fern Bower, Part of Amphitheatre and Leura Forest Tracks are closed due to multiple landslides and damage.
- Ruined Castle, Golden Stairs, Solitary Loop and Federal Pass west of Scenic World are closed due to multiple landslides.
- Access to Mount Solitary from Kedumba Valley will remain temporarily closed until safety works are complete.
- Lone Lyrebird track is closed between Gordon Road and the War Memorial, due to subsidence. Detour is in place.
- Sections of Prince Henry Cliff walk (part of Grand Cliff Top Walk) and Round Walk are closed between Prince Henry picnic area and Scenic World until the end of June 2024 for track maintenance. Follow detour on Cliff Drive. Access to Furber Steps is from Prince Henry picnic area (Katoomba Falls Kiosk). Detours in place.
- Bridal Veil View lookout and track (Leura) are closed for maintenance.
- Prince Henry Cliff walk (part of Grand Cliff Top Walk) is closed between Gordon Falls picnic area and Elysian Rock lookout, due to a landslide. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- Prince Henry Cliff walk (part of Grand Cliff Top Walk) is closed between Fern Bower track and Echo Tree and Flat Rock lookout, due to a landslide. Please use Cliff Drive as short detour.
- Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.
- The Six-Foot track is affected by multiple road closures.
Wentworth Falls and Woodford
- Valley of the Waters track is closed below Sylvia Falls. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Vera Falls, Hippocrene Falls or Wentworth Falls from Valley of the Waters.
- Charles Darwin walk (part of the Grand Cliff Top walk) is closed between Fletcher Street and Weeping Rock. Detours are in place to provide directions to Wentworth Falls picnic area. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- Part of National Pass (west of Wentworth Falls middle crossing) is closed due to major landslide.
- Wentworth Pass and Slack Stairs are closed due to multiple landslides.
- Kedumba Valley Road will be closed until Wednesday 8 May 2024 for road repairs. It is open to pedestrians over weekends. Kedumba campground is closed until 8 May 2024, including weekends.
- Murphys Glen Camping Area, Murphys Glen Road, and Bedford Creek Fire Trail are closed until Friday 3rd May 2024 for the Linda Rock Hazard Reduction Burn. Andersons Fire Trail and Ingar Road are open to walkers and cyclists as far as Bedford Creek.
Blackheath, Mount Victoria and Bells Line of Road
- Dunphys campground is closed due to traffic restrictions on Megalong Road. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for road updates,
- Williams Track (Govetts descent) and Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides.
- Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and walking track are closed. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).
Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing
- Some adventure recreation areas and routes are specifically closed where the access or exit road/track is mentioned above.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 26 Apr 2024, 7.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Apr 2024, 2.10pm
Hazard reduction burns: Browns Waterhole Burn
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 26/04/2024. The fire is called Browns Waterhole Burn. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 29 Apr 2024, 10.47am to Fri 10 May 2024, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Apr 2024, 10.52am
Closed areas: Bellamy cycleway closed for line marking
Bellamy cycleway in Berowra Valley Regional Park will be closed for cleaning and line marking from Monday 6 May to Friday 10 May 2024, during the hours of 9am and 3pm, weather dependent. Please follow the detour and avoid using the cycleway during this time. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Mon 29 Apr 2024, 10.11am to Fri 3 May 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Apr 2024, 10.17am
Closed areas: Boardwalk closed for maintenance
The boardwalk at the start of the Riverside walking track in Lane Cove National Park will be closed for maintenance from Tuesday 30 April to Friday 3 May 2024 during the hours of 7.30am to 3.30pm, weather dependent. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Mon 29 Apr 2024, 2.11pm to Wed 1 May 2024, 2.18pm. Last reviewed: Sun 28 Apr 2024, 2.21pm
Closed areas: parts of Dharawal National Park are closed for a hazard reduction burn
The northern parts of Dharawal National Park are closed for hazard reduction burning from Monday 29 April - Wednesday 1 May. The closed area/s are:
- Victoria Road carpark and picnic area
- O'Hares Lookout
- Jingga walking track
- 10B - Stokes Creek
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called NPWS Jingga West HR. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Fri 26 Apr 2024, 3.14pm to Mon 13 May 2024, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Apr 2024, 3.37pm
Closed areas: Clark Island closed for essential wharf maintenance
Clark Island is closed for essential wharf maintenance until 7am, Monday 13 May 2024. Please note:
- No vessels are permitted to approach, berth or moor at the Clark Island wharf during this time.
- Essential wharf repairs are being completed over this period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email or call the NPWS Sydney South Area office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Tue 23 Apr 2024, 8.00am to Fri 5 Jul 2024, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Apr 2024, 12.09pm
Closed parks: Closed for ground pest control operations
Bents Basin SCA is closed due to pest animal control shooting operations.
Shooting operations will occur on select nights throughout this period, excluding weekends and public holidays. The operations will run from sunset to sunrise, where the park will be closed for public access.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Cumberland Area Office on 02 4580 2750.
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Applies from Mon 22 Apr 2024, 11.39am to Fri 17 May 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 3.47pm
Closed areas: Vegetation maintenance works in Berowra Valley National Park
There will be scheduled vegetation works on the trail network in Berowra Valley National Park, starting Monday 6 May 2024 through to Friday 17 May 2024, weather permitting:
The following will be closed during these works:
- Quarry trail from Stewart Ave, Hornsby through to Quarry trail, Dural.
- Tunks Ridge trail, including Tunks Ridge campground, through to the Great North Walk.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 12.44pm
Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed
Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 29 Apr 2024, 7.00am to Fri 17 May 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 12.43pm
Closed areas: Southern section of park closed for aerial pest control operation
The southern section of Blue Mountains National Park is closed for an aerial pest control operation on the following dates:
- 7am, Monday 29 April to 5pm, Friday 3 May 2024
- 7am, Monday 13 May to 5pm, Friday 17 May 2024
The Oberon-Colong Stock Route and Yerranderie Regional Park remain open.
The closed areas include:
- Mt Werong campground
- Ruby Creek walking track and Ruby Creek mine area
- All areas north and south of the Oberon-Colong Stock Route
- The Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) walk, Medlow Gap to Kanangra Walls
- All areas within or leading into the Wild Dogs Ranges south of Dunphys campground
- Cox's River corridor from the eastern park boundary to Kedumba Valley Road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra office on 02 6336 6200 and the NPWS Blackheath office on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Thu 18 Apr 2024, 12.48pm to Tue 15 Oct 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 12.36pm
Closed areas: Glenbrook precinct closure from Monday 29 April to 15 October 2024
Glenbrook precinct will be closed for major roadworks from Monday 29 April to 15 October 2024.
Heavy machinery and vehicles will be in operation during this period.
Access beyond the entry gate will be closed to all vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.
Closed areas include:
- Woodford-Oaks track (currently closed until 11 August 2024)
- The Oaks Single track (until 11 August 2024)
- Euroka campground
- Red Hands Cave
- Red Hands Cave walking track
- Jack Evans track
- Nepean lookout
- Nepean River walking track
- Pisgah Rock
- Mount Portal lookout
- Tunnel View lookout
- Jellybean Pool
- Blue Pool
- Glenbrook Gorge walking track
The precinct will reopen as soon as works are complete.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Thu 18 Apr 2024, 12.38pm to Sun 11 Aug 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 12.28pm
Closed areas: Woodford-Oaks trail closed - Singles track remains open until Monday 29 April
Woodford-Oaks trail is closed to all cyclists and pedestrians due to heavy machinery in operation. The road is currently closed from Euroka turnoff (Glenbrook helipad) onwards.
Please note: Singles track is currently open to cyclists until the precinct closure, beginning Monday 29 April until Sunday 11 August 2024.
The trails will reopen as soon as works are complete.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4720 6200 .
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Applies from Wed 31 Mar 2021, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 9.35am
Closed areas: Bluefish Point closed
The Bluefish Point bushland area is closed to public access for public safety and to protect the landscape and important plant and animal communities. Access to rock pools is difficult and dangerous. Please stay on sign-posted walking tracks when visiting Sydney Harbour National Park for your safety and observe warning signs in the area.
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Applies from Mon 29 Apr 2024, 7.00am to Wed 1 May 2024, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 20 Apr 2024, 4.28pm
Closed areas: Gahnia and Serrata mountain bike trails closed Wednesday 1 May
The Gahnia and Serrata mountain bike trails will be closed on Wednesday 1 May 2024 for track assessments.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 9 Apr 2024, 11.58am to Fri 10 May 2024, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 19 Apr 2024, 10.54am
Closed areas: Cascades Trail closed for trail upgrades
Cascades Fire Trail is closed from Tuesday 10th April 2024 to Friday 10th May 2024 for trail upgrades.
The entire trail will be closed.
Please note the following tracks and trails will be closed from where they intersect with Cascades Fire Trail:
Upper Cambourne Fire Trail
Lower Cambourne Fire Trail
Middle Harbour Creek Walking Track
Frenchs Creek Walking Track
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information during business hours contact the local park office:
02 9451 3479
For after hours, contact the National Parks Contact Centre 7am to 7pm daily on 1300 072 757
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Applies from Mon 8 Apr 2024, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Apr 2024, 10.14am
Closed areas: Luxfords Trail Closed
Luxfords Trail is closed while track maintenance and repairs are undertaken.
The eastern and western extents of the park can be accessed by Mainwaring Street, Ropes Crossing and Callistemon Circuit, Jordan Springs.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 29 Apr 2024, 8.50am to Thu 2 May 2024, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Apr 2024, 7.13pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for aerial pest control operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will conduct an aerial shooting deer management program from Tuesday 30 April to Thursday 2 May 2024.
The following areas are closed during this time:
- East of Lady Wakehurst Drive, Sir Bertram Stevens Drive and Bundeena Drive
- Bundeena to Otford.
- Coast Track including Jibbon Loop Track
The shooting areas will be closed to all visitors when aerial shooting is underway.
Penalties apply for non compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 11 Apr 2024, 2.52pm to Fri 24 May 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Apr 2024, 3.46pm
Closed areas: Park closures apply for aerial pest control program 13 May - 24 May 2024
The following areas will be closed for an aerial pest control operation, running weekdays from Monday 13 May - Friday 24 May 2024 inclusive.
- Nattai NP
- Nattai State Conservation Area
- Burragorang SCA – (including Burragorang Lookout)
- Joadja Nature Reserve
- Jellore Flora Reserve
- Wollondilly River Nature Reserve
- Bangadilly NP
- Guula Ngurra National Park
- Upper Nepean SCA including Stage 2 lands (nth of the Tourist Road)
- Barrallier WaterNSW freehold lands
Please note that these parks will be open for weekends during this period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office (02) 4720 6200.
Applies from Sat 4 Mar 2023, 9.52am. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Apr 2024, 2.41pm
Hazard reduction burns: Red Hand Cave HR
There is a fire in this park called Red Hand Cave HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 4 Apr 2024, 11.15am to Fri 10 May 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Apr 2024, 1.06pm
Closed parks: Park Closure
Bents Basin State Conservation Area is closed from 4th April 2024 until 10th May 2024 due to flood damage from the rain event of the 5th and 6th of April 2024
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park are / may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
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Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Apr 2024, 2.54pm
Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times
The North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times are:
- AEDT From 1 October 2023 to 7 April 2024 - from 5am to 8.30pm
- AEST From 8 April 2024 to 6 October 2024 - from 6am to 6pm
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Applies from Tue 24 Oct 2023, 10.56am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Apr 2024, 7.13pm
Closed areas: The Coast track partial closure
Walking the full length of The Coast track from Otford to Bundeena or Bundeena to Otford is not currently possible. This is due to several track closures along its length. These closures are necessary due to erosion and rockfall risk, and to allow ongoing track upgrade works.
Please note the following closures:
- Palm Jungle Loop track between Burning Palms and Werrong lookout is closed from Tuesday 16 January to Sunday 30 June 2024 for track upgrades.
- The Garie to Little Garie section of The Coast track is closed due to hazardous rockfalls and erosion.
- North Era campground is closed until further notice
- Garie Road, Garie Beach and the Garie precinct is closed until further notice. This is due to damage and subsidence to the road surface. Walkers approaching from the north (e.g. from Wattamolla or Bundeena) should exit the track via Curra Moors track.
Bushwalker access is available for the following sections of The Coast track:
- South bound access - Bundeena to Curra Moors track via Wattamolla and return only. No access to Garie Beach.
- North bound access - Available via North Era and return only. Access is via Garawarra Farm Ridge trail and Burgh Ridge track during track upgrades.
- Figure 8 Pools access - Available via Garawarra Ridge trail and Burgh Ridge track via Garawarra Farm only.
For further information please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 18 Mar 2024, 9.57am to Fri 28 Jun 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Apr 2024, 7.16am
Closed areas: Berowra walking track partial closure
Berowra walking track is partially closed until further notice from Apple Tree Bay to the Mt-Ku-ring-gai access track. There is a threat of rockfalls due to slope instability caused by recent weather events. NPWS is in the process of carrying out necessary repair works.
The Berowra walking track from Berowra Station to Mt Ku-ring-gai is open for use.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
Applies from Thu 23 Feb 2023, 4.32pm to Fri 31 May 2024, 4.49pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Mar 2024, 10.22am
Safety alerts: Remote walking track conditions
Remote routes within the Kanangra Wilderness Area including Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) trail have been impacted by heavy fire regrowth and flood damage.
In some places, tracks are no longer visible and are not easy to navigate, taking longer to traverse than expected. Limited to zero water sources are currently available along routes.
If you plan to walk in the area, please ensure you have an appropriate level of experience, navigation skills and equipment including Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).
Mobile reception is limited so alternative communication methods are strongly recommended.
For more information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Mon 4 Mar 2024, 10.28am. Last reviewed: Sun 7 Apr 2024, 9.21am
Closed areas: Werrong Beach track
Werrong Beach track in Royal National Park is closed until further notice due to landslides. Signs will be in place around the closed area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 27 Nov 2023, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Feb 2024, 12.48pm
Other planned events: Hornby Light renovation works
Hornby Lighthouse at South Head is currently undergoing restoration and maintenance. Completion is scheduled for September 2024. South Head heritage trail remains open. However, views and access around the Hornby Lighthouse will be temporarily impacted during these works.
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Applies from Wed 31 Jan 2024, 11.41pm to Thu 1 Aug 2024, 2.44am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Feb 2024, 1.20pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and canid pest ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes.
The program is continuous and ongoing between Thursday 1 February 2024 and Wednesday 31 July 2024 in the following areas of Sydney Harbour National Park:
- Chowder Bay
- Dobroyd Head
- Bradleys Head
- Georges Head
- Middle and North Head (North Head includes the adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management and Quarantine Station).
Please don’t touch baits or ejector devices. All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact:
Middle Head - 02 9960 6266 (business hours)
NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)
North Head Sanctuary, Manly (Harbour Trust Lands): 02 8969 2128 (business hours).
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Applies from Fri 2 Feb 2024, 8.36am to Tue 30 Apr 2024, 8.37am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Feb 2024, 1.03pm
Closed areas: Kedumba River campground and Kedumba Pass
Kedumba River campground and Kedumba Valley Road on Kedumba Pass will be closed until the end of April 2024.
This closure is due to major road maintenance on Kedumba Valley Road (Kedumba Pass). For further information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Fri 3 Feb 2023, 12.17pm to Fri 31 May 2024, 3.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Feb 2024, 10.14am
Closed areas: Shark Beach, the Kiosk and promenade at Nielsen Park closed
Shark Beach and the beach front at Nielsen Park are closed while the new concrete seawall, bleachers and promenade are under construction. The Kiosk, Halbert Pavilion and former surf club are closed for renovation. For more information on these projects, please visit the project webpage or email or phone the NPWS Sydney South office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.10pm to Tue 4 Feb 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Apr 2024, 11.08am
Closed areas: Sugarloaf carpark closed
Sugarloaf car park in Lane Cove National Park is no longer open to the public. We apologise for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood Area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.07pm to Tue 4 Feb 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Apr 2024, 9.35am
Safety alerts: Swimming safety in Berowra Valley National Park
Swimming is not advisable in Berowra Creek at certain times as the water may be subject to variable pollution levels and algal blooms. Please refer to the Hornsby Shire Council website before swimming in Berowra Creek. Alternatively you can call the Hornsby Council 24 hour information line on 9847 6666 or the Algal information line on 1800 999 457.
Swimming at Fishponds is not advised at any time due to heavy water pollution.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.For more information, contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.05pm to Tue 4 Feb 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Apr 2024, 11.08am
Closed areas: Toilet closures in Lane Cove National Park
Some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends, public holidays and during school holidays. The closed toilets are at:
- Carters Creek (Area 9)
- Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
- Haynes Flat (Area 32)
Please note: This does not apply to bookings. Where there are bookings, toilets will be opened.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Tue 28 Mar 2023, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 Jan 2024, 10.44am
Closed areas: Lake Toolooma Fire Trail Closed due to sink hole
Lake Toolooma Fire Trail is closed to Pedestrians and Vehicles, north of Tooloma Dam due to a large sink hole at Waterfall Gully.
Visitors are reminded not to continue walking past Tooloma Dam.
The section of the track will reopen when it is safe to do so. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact NPWS on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 3 Jul 2023, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 Jan 2024, 10.39am
Closed areas: Mirang Campground Closed
Mirang Campground is now closed. The site has become a day-use ONLY picnic spot. No overnight stays permitted.
For further information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Mar 2024, 10.10am
Closed areas: Fort Denison closed
Fort Denison is currently closed.
Conservation and upgrade works are currently underway. Key elements include the construction of a new accessible wharf and maintenance and upgrade to buildings and services. Fort Denison will be closed to visitors until these works have been completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Standard work hours during the construction phase will be between:
- 7am and 6pm Monday to Friday
- 8am and 1pm on Saturday
For more information, visit the project webpage or email us. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 24 Jan 2023, 10.00am to Thu 1 Aug 2024, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Jan 2024, 10.53am
Closed areas: Gardeners Cottage closure
Gardeners Cottage will not be available for bookings until the replacement of the concrete seawall at Shark Beach, Nielsen Park has been completed. For more information on the seawall replacement please visit the project website or call the NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Tue 21 Mar 2023, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Apr 2024, 5.01pm
Closed areas: Six Foot track - Bowtells Bridge closure
Bowtells swing bridge on Six Foot track is closed to protect public safety. An upgrade is being planned and the bridge is expected to reopen in May 2024. Signs and barriers are in place to prevent access onto the bridge.
Crown Lands, which manages the bridge, is advising track users not to attempt to cross Coxs River. Any attempts to cross the river are at your own risk and are discouraged due to the potential for slips or falls, rainfall and risk of flash flooding.
For further information visit the Six Foot track website.
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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Apr 2024, 8.14am
Closed areas: North Era campground closed
North Era campground is closed until further notice due to operational activities. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Wed 31 Jan 2024, 11.34pm to Thu 1 Aug 2024, 2.35am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jan 2024, 9.41am
Other planned events: ‘1080 pest management’
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits and fresh baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 February 2024 and 31 July 2024 in Lane Cove National Park. Don’t touch baits. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, contact the local park office on:
Lane Cove 8448 0400 (business hours)
NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)
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Applies from Wed 31 Jan 2024, 11.25pm to Thu 1 Aug 2024, 2.27am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jan 2024, 9.33am
Other planned events: ‘1080 pest management’
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 February 2024 and 31 July 2024 in Garigal National Park. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
For more information, contact the local park office on:
Forestville 9451 3479 (business hours)
NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)
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Applies from Wed 18 Aug 2021, 5.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Apr 2024, 9.16am
Closed parks: Prospect Nature Reserve closed public
Prospect Nature Reserve is closed to the public indefinitely as it's part of a Special Water catchment area. There is no public access at any time.
If you wish to visit the Prospect Reservoir area, Andrew Campbell Reserve on William Lawson Drive has picnic tables, playground and toilet facilities.
For more information about visiting Andrew Campbell Reserve, please contact Sydney Water on 13 20 92.
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Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Apr 2024, 12.25pm
Closed parks: Kemps Creek Nature Reserve closed
This park is closed due to Phytophthora contamination, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Cumberland area office on 02 4572 3100.
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Applies from Thu 2 Nov 2023, 9.25am to Thu 2 May 2024, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Feb 2024, 6.07pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 2 November 2023 to Wednesday 1 May 2024 in the following areas:
- Abercrombie River National Park
- Abercrombie River State Conservation Area
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park
- Blue Mountains National Park (southern section)
- Wollemi National Park (Wolgan Valley area)
- Gardens of Stone National Park
- Jenolan Karst Conservation Area
- Turon National Park
- Marrangaroo National Park
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Apr 2024, 8.33am
Safety alerts: Curra Moors track in poor condition
Sections of Curra Moors loop track are in poor condition due to erosion. Please use caution and be aware of unstable edges.
Planning for repairs is in progress. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Sat 17 Oct 2020, 10.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Nov 2023, 9.52am
Closed areas: North Head partial closure
Some parts of North Head in Sydney Harbour National Park are closed due to fire damage and geological instability. The closed areas include:
- Bluefish Point
- Wastewater Treatment Plant emergency access road
The following areas, and the bushland surrounding them, are also closed due to steep and unstable ground:
- Old Man's Hat
- Cannae Point
- Quarantine Head
Do not enter the closed areas.
Open areas include:
- Q Station
- North Head Sanctuary and Bella Vista Cafe (entry via North Fort)
- The track between Shelly Beach and Bluefish Drive
- Bluefish Drive to the Avenue of Honour
- Collins Flat Beach
- Fairfax track
- Burragula and Yiningma lookouts
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.
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Applies from Fri 24 Mar 2023, 9.31am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Apr 2024, 12.02pm
Closed areas: Section of Casuarina track closed for track maintenance
Part of Casuarina track is closed from Thursday 23 March 2023 until further notice due to maintenance on the footbridge.
The closed area is the section of Casuarina track between the end of Boree Road and the Carrol Creek track intersection.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Apr 2024, 12.15pm
Closed areas: Garie Road closed due to damage
Garie Road is closed until further notice due to damage to the road surface.
This road may remain closed for some time to allow for extensive repairs. A reopening date is not currently known.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check Live Traffic NSW for updates before driving to Garie Beach.
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Applies from Wed 10 Feb 2016, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Sat 9 Mar 2024, 4.57pm
Closed areas: Flat Rock track partial closure
The section of Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance to the Downpatrick Street entrance, is permanently closed as the old track passes through private property near Killarney Point.
Please note:
- Walkers heading west should exit Flat Rock track at the eastern end of Killarney Drive and use Killarney Drive until you reach Downpatrick Street. Then walk down the street and re-enter Flat Rock track from the Downpatrick Street fire trail.
- Walkers heading east should exit Flat Rock track at the Downpatrick Street fire trail and use Downpatrick Street, then Killarney Drive until you reach the end of Killarney Drive. Re-enter Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.
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