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Applies from Sun 23 Aug 2026, 12.36pm to Mon 14 Sep 2026, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Sep 2026, 4.09pm
Other planned events: NPWS Grafton office temporary closure
The NPWS office on level 4, 49-51 Victoria Street, Grafton, will be closed until Monday 7 September 2026. During this time, staff availability will be limited and response to enquiries may be delayed.
The office will reopen and normal business operations will resume on Monday 7 September 2026. We appreciate your understanding and thank you for your patience.
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Aug 2026, 8.41am
Closed areas: Road closure
Some areas of this park are closed until further notice due to the demolition of a bridge from a past flooding event.
The closed areas include the 4WD access to North Washpool, an area also known as Washpool rest area, entering from Baryulgil onto Collum Collum Road. The bridge is washed away at the junction of Washpool Creek and Collum Collum Road.
Please note:
- Washpool National Park’s 2WD entrance off Gwydir Highway onto Coachwood Drive and Washpool Forest Way is open.
- Bellbird campground, Coombadjha campground and the Granites lookout and picnic areas are accessible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 1 Jan 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Aug 2026, 8.42am
Safety alerts: 4WD Access Only
Butterleaf Road, the access road into Butterleaf NP through the adjoining State Forest, is in very poor condition, and access is restricted to 4WD only. Please exercise caution and drive to conditions.
For further information contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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