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Applies from Thu 3 Dec 2020, 6.00am to Fri 18 Dec 2020, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Dec 2020, 10.17am
Closed areas: Bonnie Vale boat ramp closure
The boat ramp at Bonnie Vale will be closed to all traffic from Thursday 3 December to Friday 18 December 2020. This is to allow a new surface treatment to stabilise and prevent erosion to be installed at the boat launching area at Bonnie Vale.
Alternative boat ramps for use during this time are Swallow Rock at Grays Point, Yowie Bay and Prince Edward Park at Woronora.
For more information please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Dec 2020, 4.13pm
Closed areas: Malabar Headland Anzac Rifle Range
1. For public safety, the eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park is closed during ANZAC Rifle Range operations.
These closures may occur with little or no notice.
2. When is the eastern section of the park closed?
- Every Saturday from 7.30am
- Every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month
Please note:
- There will be no shooting on Saturday 26 December 2020
- The first shooting day for 2021 will be Saturday 2 January
- The 2020 Queens Championships are scheduled to be held from Saturday 23 January to Monday 25 January 2021.
3. Do not enter the eastern section of the park (including Boora Point walking track) when:
- Red flags are flying above the range
- There are warning signs at the park's entry points (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark).
- Park entry gates are closed
These closures apply to the eastern section of the park only (Boora Point walking track).
The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) remains open.
The range operation schedule is provided by the NSW Rifle Association.
Contacts
To contact the ANZAC Rifle Range, call 02 9661 4532.
To contact the NPWS area office, call 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Fri 27 Nov 2020, 5.26pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Nov 2020, 11.08am
Closed areas: Henry Head Lane access closure
Entry via Henry Head Lane in Kamay Botany Bay National Park, La Perouse will be closed to vehicles on:
- Saturday 28 November 2020 when parking reaches capacity and,
- Sunday 29 November 2020 from 10am
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Applies from Thu 26 Nov 2020, 2.49pm to Mon 8 Feb 2021, 2.50pm. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Nov 2020, 9.48am
Closed areas: Yeramba Lagoon loop track partially closed
Yeramba Lagoon loop walking track in Georges River National Park is closed from behind Henry Lawson Drive down to the lagoon.
The pedestrian bridge over the lagoon runout channel has been removed while the weir is removed. This section of track is impassable and has been closed off.
This section is expected to reopen in late February 2021.
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Applies from Fri 20 Nov 2020, 3.30pm to Thu 24 Dec 2020, 3.32pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Nov 2020, 4.12pm
Safety alerts: Collins Flat track upgrades
The section of track between Collins Beach Road and Collins Flat Beach will be upgraded from Thursday 26 November until 24 December 2020. Collins Flat track will remain open, though care should be taken.
For more information, contact the NPWS Mosman office on 02 9960 6266.
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Applies from Mon 27 Jul 2020, 12.58pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Nov 2020, 4.40pm
Other incidents: Kamay Botany Bay National Park, Kurnell - possible closure at short notice
The Kurnell area of Kamay Botany Bay National Park may close to vehicles at short notice when visitation levels exceed safe capacity. This is particularly likely over weekends and public holidays.
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Applies from Mon 16 Nov 2020, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Nov 2020, 11.24am
Safety alerts: Protect your picnic - native birds may steal your food
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 Mon 2 Nov 2020, 12.14pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Nov 2020, 3.52pm
Other planned events: Ferry wharf reinstatement
Transport for New South Wales are currently undertaking land-based investigations in support of the reinstatement of the ferry wharves at La Perouse and Kurnell within Kamay Botany Bay National Park.
These areas are still open to the public, however there may be some minor disruptions to some areas of usual access and parking. To find out more about this project please visit the Transport for NSW website.
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Applies from Fri 30 Oct 2020, 6.00am to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Dec 2020, 2.27pm
Closed areas: Audley boatshed
The Audley boatshed will be undergoing important conservation and repair works. Boat hire will be suspended and the building and immediate surrounding area will be closed during this period.
For more information, please visit the Audley precinct upgrades webpage. or call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Wed 28 Oct 2020, 10.43am to Fri 18 Dec 2020, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Nov 2020, 12.16pm
Closed areas: Ironbark Flat picnic area closed for landscape upgrade
Ironbark Flat will be undergoing landscape upgrades including new turf and installation of an irrigation system. The grassed area will be closed during this period. The Visitors Centre, Dancehall Café and toilets remain open. For more information, please visit the Audley Precinct upgrades webpage.
For more information please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Sat 17 Oct 2020, 10.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Oct 2020, 3.11pm
Closed areas: North Head Fire - closed areas
Some parts of North Head in Sydney Harbour National Park are closed due to fire damage. The closed areas include:
- North Head Scenic Drive, after the carparks opposite Bella Vista Cafe and before the North Head Scenic Drive loop road.
- Bluefish Drive past the Gunner Road Car Park entrance
- Fairfax walk and lookout
- All tracks and trails south of Bluefish Drive and along North Head Scenic Drive past the Q Station roundabout.
Open areas include:
- Q Station
- The track between Shelly Beach and Bluefish Drive
- North Head Scenic Drive until just beyond the Bella Vista Cafe
- Collins Flat Beach
- Collins Beach Road
Do not enter the closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local park office on 02 9960 6266, or the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Tue 27 Oct 2020, 10.14am. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Oct 2020, 2.14pm
Closed areas: Lower track closed
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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Applies from Tue 29 Sep 2020, 2.59pm to Sun 28 Feb 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 3.33pm
Other planned events: Middle Head - increased visitation
This is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity required by COVID social distancing guidelines.
We encourage you to:
- plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 2pm
- check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park
- be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Tue 29 Sep 2020, 3.14pm to Sun 28 Feb 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 3.33pm
Other planned events: Bradleys Head to Chowder Bay walking track - increased visitation
This is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity required by COVID social distancing guidelines.
We encourage you to:
- plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 2pm
- check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park
- be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Tue 29 Sep 2020, 3.18pm to Sun 28 Feb 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 3.32pm
Other planned events: Harbour Bridge to The Spit Bridge walking track - increased visitation
This is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity required by COVID social distancing guidelines.
We encourage you to:
- plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 2pm
- check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park
- be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Tue 29 Sep 2020, 3.06pm to Sun 28 Feb 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 3.29pm
Other planned events: Arabanoo lookout and Dobroyd Head area - increased visitation
This is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity required by COVID social distancing guidelines.
We encourage you to:
- plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 2pm
- check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park
- be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Tue 29 Sep 2020, 3.04pm to Sun 28 Feb 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 3.29pm
Other planned events: Georges Head - increased visitation
This is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity required by COVID social distancing guidelines.
We encourage you to:
- plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 2pm
- check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park
- be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Tue 29 Sep 2020, 2.53pm to Sun 28 Feb 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 2.15pm
Other planned events: Collins Flat Beach - increased visitation
This is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity required by COVID social distancing guidelines.
We encourage you to:
- plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 2pm
- check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park
- be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Tue 29 Sep 2020, 2.50pm to Sun 28 Feb 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 2.08pm
Other planned events: Fairfax walk and lookout - increased visitation
This is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity required by COVID social distancing guidelines.
We encourage you to:
- plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 2pm
- check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park
- be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Tue 29 Sep 2020, 2.45pm to Sun 28 Feb 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 2.06pm
Other planned events: Bradleys Head Amphitheatre - increased visitation
This is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity required by COVID social distancing guidelines.
We encourage you to:
- plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 2pm
- check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park
- be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Tue 29 Sep 2020, 2.35pm to Sun 28 Feb 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 2.05pm
Other planned events: North Head - increased visitation
This is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity required by COVID social distancing guidelines.
We encourage you to:
- plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 2pm
- check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park
- be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Thu 2 Jan 2020, 3.31pm to Fri 1 Jan 2021, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2020, 9.57am
Other planned events: Middle Head office closed to public – still taking phone calls and emails
Middle Head office is closed until further notice to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff. You can still contact us by phone or email for information.
Passes can be purchased online or by phone:
Online:
- NPWS website
- Service NSW when renewing your NSW vehicle registration. This includes $15 discount on a 1 year All Parks Pass or 1 year Multi Parks Pass
Phone:
National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757
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Applies from Fri 28 Aug 2020, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Sep 2020, 12.37pm
Safety alerts: Clark Island wharf
The decking between the main wharf and the island has a maximum capacity of 2 people at a time.
Heavy loads are not permitted on the decking until further notice. Take care when disembarking from a boat on Clark Island.
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Applies from Thu 27 Aug 2020, 9.00am to Wed 31 Mar 2021, 4.20pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Aug 2020, 1.37pm
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 will take place between Thursday 27 August 2020 and Wednesday 31 March 2021 in Towra Point Nature Reserve.
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 NPWS Kurnell area office on 02 9668 2000 or the NPWS after hours call centre on 1300 056 294.
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Applies from Fri 14 Aug 2020, 12.09pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Aug 2020, 1.24pm
Safety alerts: Diversion on Mount Keira Ring track
The staircase on the western side of Mount Keira Road at the junction of Mount Keira Road and Queen Elizabeth Drive has been closed off for repairs. Please follow the relevant signage for a slight detour to the ring track at the crossing of Queen Elizabeth Drive.
If completing the loop in a clockwise direction: head north uphill of the closed staircase for roughly 50m until you come to an opening by the road. Take care crossing the road at this point and re-join the track at the usual entry point to the eastern side of the loop.
If completing the loop in an anticlockwise direction: when you get to Queen Elizabeth Drive crossing head north for roughly 50m from the point of entry to the western side of the loop. Re-join the track at this point.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 31 Jul 2020, 10.55am to Mon 1 Feb 2021, 10.56am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Aug 2020, 8.06am
Other planned events: 1080 fox baiting program
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 Saturday 1 August 2020 and Sunday 31 January 2021 in Sydney Harbour National Park.
The affected areas are:
- Chowder Bay
- Dobroyd, Bradleys, Georges, Middle and North Headlands (North Head includes adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management, and Quarantine Station)
Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
All baiting locations are signposted.
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 NPWS Middle Head area office on 02 9960 6266 during business hours. Alternatively, call the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294.
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Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Mar 2020, 4.29pm
Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening and closing times
North Head Scenic Drive gate closing and opening times are:
- From 1 October to 31 March each year, the gate is open from 5am to 8.30pm
- From 1 April to 30 September each year, the gate is open from 6am to 6pm
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Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Feb 2020, 2.39pm
Closed areas: Fort Denison closed
Fort Denison is closed to visitors until further notice, due to site maintenance. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Vaucluse area office on 02 9337 5511 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 1 May 2015, 4.12pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Jul 2016, 1.00pm
Safety alerts: Audley precinct in wet weather
Access across the Audley Weir may be closed due to river flooding during times of wet weather. During wet weather, NPWS advise park visitors to visit Live Traffic NSW to ascertain the status of the Weir crossing before commencing their travel to the park. During times of closure, access to Bundeena, Maianbar residential areas, Royal National Park Visitor Centre, including the Audley Dance hall and cafe, is via McKell Ave Waterfall.
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