There are no current alerts in this area.
Applies from Fri 5 Aug 2022, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Aug 2022, 2.30pm
The Bare Island bridge will be closed from Monday 15 August 2022 for 3 to 5 days, depending on weather conditions. Works are being conducted to upgrade the condition of the stairs leading down to the rocks around the island.
For more information, please email the area office or call 02 9337 7037.
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Applies from Sat 13 Aug 2022, 12.00pm to Mon 12 Sep 2022, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Aug 2022, 12.34pm
North Era campground is closed until further notice due to the effects of flooding and nearby closures of sections of Royal Coast track.
The area will re-open once it is safe to do so. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 11 Aug 2022, 2.50pm to Mon 31 Oct 2022, 2.53pm. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Aug 2022, 2.54pm
There is a large portion of the Lower Pipeline Fire Trail at Adina Gully that has eroded away due to the recent rainfall events. Bushwalkers and cyclists are urged to stick close to the eastern side of the eroded sections.
Contact Royal Area office for any feedback: 9542 0632.
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Applies from Thu 11 Aug 2022, 2.42pm to Mon 31 Oct 2022, 2.45pm. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Aug 2022, 2.50pm
There is a large portion of the Pipeline Fire Trail between Girronba Picnic Area and Goanna Track intersection that has eroded away due to the recent rainfall events. Bushwalkers and cyclists are urged to stick close to the eastern side of the eroded sections.
Contact Royal Area office for any feedback: 9542 0632.
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Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Aug 2022, 5.50pm
The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be closed on the following dates/times due to rifle range operations:
Do not enter the eastern section of the park (including Boora Point walking track) when:
The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) is open when the rifle range is in use.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local area office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.
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Applies from Thu 29 Apr 2021, 11.27am. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Aug 2022, 12.59pm
Construction of a new whale watching platform is underway at Cape Solander. The road from Yena to Cape Solander is closed to vehicles but open to pedestrians and cyclists.
Learn more about the improvements being made at Cape Solander and find out about other top whale watching locations around Sydney.
For more information, contact the NPWS Kurnell area office on 02 9968 2005.
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Applies from Tue 26 Jul 2022, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Aug 2022, 2.21pm
The following areas are closed until further notice due to flood and storm damage:
Access to Fitzpatrick park front carpark and toilet amenities are open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 4 Aug 2022, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Aug 2022, 2.21pm
The Coast Track is closed at Otford due to landslips. There is no alternative route from this point.
The area at Otford will remain closed until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 1 Aug 2022, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Aug 2022, 7.09am
The 10C management trail in Dharawal National Park is closed due to landslides until further notice, the trail will be re-opened when cleared and assessed as safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 1 Aug 2022, 12.16pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Aug 2022, 12.33pm
The toilet block at Bradleys Head - Booraghee Amphitheatre is closed from Monday 1 August 2022 until further notice due to a rock fall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 8 Oct 2021, 9.33am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Jul 2022, 12.21pm
The following areas in the North Head scenic area will be closed while upgrades are underway:
These closures may be extended without notice.
Parking at North Fort is open. Q Station, North Head Sanctuary and Bella Vista Cafe are open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.
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Applies from Sun 31 Jul 2022, 10.15pm to Wed 1 Feb 2023, 2.17am. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Jul 2022, 4.03pm
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 August 2022 and 31 January 2023 in Sydney Harbour National Park (Chowder Bay, Dobroyd, Bradleys, Georges, Middle & North Headlands (North Head includes the adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management, and Quarantine Station). 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 the local park office on 02 9451 3479.
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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Aug 2022, 4.45pm
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 attempting to drive to Garie Beach.
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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 10.16am. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Jul 2022, 10.07am
Lady Carrington Drive has been impacted by the recent rain. The surface is eroded and waterlogged. Use caution on rough and slippery surfaces. A portion of the track has been impacted by a landslip, trail users should pass this section without stopping.
For more information contact the local area office.
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Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 12.47pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Jul 2022, 12.36pm
Sublime Point walking track is closed until further notice. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 28 Mar 2022, 12.13pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Aug 2022, 4.38pm
Mt Keira Ring track is closed until further notice due to damage caused by severe weather. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded.. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS Alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Wed 9 Mar 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Jul 2022, 11.54am
Jingga walking track is closed until further notice. The walking track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely reopened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 12.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Jul 2022, 11.53am
Mount Kembla Ring track is closed until further notice due to damage from landslips and rockfalls. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS Alerts will be updated
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 2.13pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Jul 2022, 10.55am
The following walking tracks are closed until further notice due to damage from heavy rain that has caused dangerous conditions, including eroded creek crossings, potential rockfalls and landslips:
These areas will be re-opened when safe to do so.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 28 Mar 2022, 3.37pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 10.08am
The following areas are closed until further notice, due to damage from recent severe weather:
This closure maybe extended further, if rain occurs.
Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Sat 17 Oct 2020, 10.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jun 2022, 9.39am
Some parts of North Head in Sydney Harbour National Park are closed due to fire damage and geological instability. The closed areas include:
The following areas are closed while upgrades are underway:
These closures may be extended without notice.
Open areas include:
Do not enter the closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) or Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4.00pm, Monday to Friday.
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Applies from Mon 30 May 2022, 1.04pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 1.07pm
Clark Island will be closed to the general public from 7th to the 9th June inclusively. NPWS area office 9337 7000.
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Applies from Mon 30 May 2022, 12.51pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 12.54pm
Shark Island will be closed to the general public on Wednesday 8th June to Thursday 9th June inclusive. NPWS Vaucluse Office 9337 7000.
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Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jun 2022, 4.08pm
Sections of Curra Moors fire trail and walking loop track are in poor condition due to erosion. Please be cautious, and be aware of unstable edges.
Planning for repairs is in progress.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 May 2022, 11.05am
The Coast Track is closed between Garie and Little Garie is closed until further notice due to rock falls and erosion.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Sun 1 May 2022, 11.59pm to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 9.40pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 May 2022, 2.54pm
The Ironbark Flat toilets, next to Royal National Park Visitor Centre, are closed for upgrade works. There are temporary toilets on the northern side of the building, and the existing accessible restroom beside the Royal National Park Visitor Centre is open.
Visit the Audley Precinct upgrades web page for information about this project.
For more information, please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Wed 20 Apr 2022, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Apr 2022, 12.13pm
Cadmans Cottage public tours are suspended until further notice.
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Applies from Sun 17 Apr 2022, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Apr 2022, 11.53am
Werrong Beach track is closed due to a land slip. Further information will be available following a geotechnical assessment.
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Applies from Wed 6 Apr 2022, 4.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Apr 2022, 4.21pm
The toilets at Allambie Flat picnic area are closed due to construction of new toilets at this site. Alternative toilets are available at Bus Stop Flat and Ironbark Flat.
Visit the Audley Precinct upgrades webpage For information about this project.
For more information please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.a
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Applies from Thu 17 Feb 2022, 3.56pm to Mon 5 Dec 2022, 3.58pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Apr 2022, 5.46pm
Replacement of the Nielsen Park seawall commenced on Tuesday 1 March 2022. Shark Beach, the promenade and kiosk are closed, and event and accommodation bookings for Nielsen Park will be suspended during the construction period (approximately 9 months).
From Tuesday 1 March 2022, closed areas:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the project web page for more information.
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Applies from Thu 27 Jan 2022, 1.23pm to Thu 1 Dec 2022, 1.26pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Jan 2022, 4.42pm
Gardeners Cottage is closed from March to December 2022 due to seawall construction at Shark Beach.
For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Aug 2022, 3.47pm
Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed until further notice. The site is being prepared for a new visitor centre as part of the Kamay 2020 Project.
Learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Project or contact the local area office email.
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Applies from Wed 13 Jan 2021, 12.04pm to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 12.05pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Feb 2022, 12.39pm
Lake Eckersley campground in Heathcote National Park is closed indefinitely. The nearest remote camp site is located at Kingfisher Pools.
For further information contact the Audley Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Nov 2021, 2.36pm
Fort Denison will be closed until late 2022.
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 complete.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Standard work hours during the construction phase will be between:
Noise monitoring stations will be set up in Kirribilli and Cremorne to check any over-water noise so that it does not exceed legal levels. It is not expected to be high.
For more information, visit the project webpage or call the NPWS Sydney South area office on 02 9337 5511. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Sun 7 Nov 2021, 9.25am
The North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times are:
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Applies from Wed 31 Mar 2021, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Sun 7 Nov 2021, 9.24am
The Bluefish Point bushland area is closed to public access for public safety and to protect important plant and animal communities. For your safety and to help conserve the landscape, please stay on sign-posted walking tracks when visiting Sydney Harbour National Park.
The Shelly Beach to Bluefish walking track is open.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 9.50am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 10.05am
Please plan ahead when visiting this park. Popular precincts may be closed at short notice to ensure visitation levels do not exceed COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
We encourage you to:
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Applies from Mon 16 Nov 2020, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Jan 2021, 10.08am
Birds at Nielsen Park are attempting to steal food from visitors' picnics and tables due to unauthorised feeding of local native birds. To try and reduce this unwanted behaviour, NPWS is asking visitors to not actively feed any wildlife and to please bring suitable methods to cover your food. These include storage containers with sealed lids or an umbrella to cover your picnic to reduce food visibility and access.
Please note, it is illegal to feed wildlife in a national park. NPWS officers are monitoring the area and fines apply if visitors are seen actively feeding birds and promoting this unwanted behaviour.
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Applies from Tue 27 Oct 2020, 10.14am. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Dec 2020, 10.03am
Lower track in Wolli Creek Regional Park is temporarily closed while remediation is carried out on Lot 2.
Undercliffe track remains open through to Jackson track and Turrella Reserve.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/accommodation/hilltop-cottage/local-alerts
Royal National Park is open 7am to 8.30pm but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Park entry fees:
$12 per vehicle per day. Seasonal ticket booths at Wattamolla and Garie Beach - cash and credit card facilities available. Please bring correct change. There are also coin and card operated pay and display machines to buy day passes or you can pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app.
Vehicles over 8 seats: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day). Students on educational programs: $1.10 per student. Teachers/educational supervisors: free (1 adult per 10 students).
Buy annual passFor the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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