Applies from Fri 1 Aug 2025, 2.08pm to Wed 6 Aug 2025, 11.45pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Aug 2025, 4.08pm

Closed parks: Coolah Tops National Park Closed - Shire Council main access road works and wet weather

Coolah Tops National Park will be closed from Friday 1st of August to Thursday 7th August 2025, as access via Forest Road (between Coolah Creek Road and the park entrance) in unavialable due to wet weather. This road is managed and maintained by Warrumbungle Shire Council. Major roadwork is currently being undertaken on this section of road and is anticipated to be completed by October 2026. During this time please be aware

• As for the current closure, the road may be closed at short notice or impassable during and after wet weather which will affect access into Coolah Tops National Park.

• When the road is open, expect delays due to traffic control
• The road, when open, may NOT be suitable for 2wd vehicles, trucks, trailers and caravans
• Do not attempt to drive on Forest Road if it is wet or closed

• Before visiting check current road and forecast weather conditions

Please refer any inquiries concerning this road directly to Warrumbungle Shire Council, phone (02) 6378 5000. Affected campground bookings in Coolah Tops National Park over this period will be contacted by the National Parks and Wildlife Service.

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• Coolah Tops National Park

Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Jul 2025, 5.50pm

Other incidents: Restricted access to Coolah Tops National Park - 4WD recommended

Forest Road between Coolah Creek Road and the entrance of Coolah Tops National Park is managed and maintained by Warrumbungle Shire Council. Major roadwork is currently being undertaken on this section of road and is anticipated to be completed by October 2026.

During this time:

• Expect delays due to traffic control
• The road may NOT be suitable for 2wd vehicles, trucks, trailers and caravans
• The road may be closed at short notice or impassable during and after wet weather
• Do not attempt to drive on Forest Road if it is wet or closed

• Before visiting check current road and forecast weather conditions

 Please refer any inquiries concerning this road directly to Warrumbungle Shire Council, phone (02) 6378 5000.

Affects 1 park and 15 locations nearby. Show list

• Coolah Tops National Park
  • Bald Hill Creek Falls picnic area
  • Brackens Hut
  • Breeza lookout
  • Bundella lookout
  • The Pines campground
  • Coxs Creek campground
  • Grass Tree walking track
  • Norfolk Falls picnic area
  • Norfolk Falls walk
  • Pinnacle lookout
  • Pinnacle lookout walk
  • Shepherds Peak walking track
  • Snow Gum picnic area
  • Snow Gum walking track
  • The Barracks campground

Applies from Mon 2 Jun 2025, 9.52am to Mon 1 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Jul 2025, 1.05pm

Closed areas: Seasonal road closure

The Forest Road, east of the Hildergarde Road intersection in Coolah Tops National Park, will be closed to vehicles from Monday 2 June to Monday 1 September 2025. This is because of ongoing wet road conditions during the colder months. This closure may be cancelled or extended as per road conditions, any changes will be posted as soon as possible.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Castlereagh Area office on 02 6843 4000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Coolah Tops National Park
  • Breeza lookout
  • Shepherds Peak walking track
  • Snow Gum picnic area
  • Snow Gum walking track