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Applies from Sat 31 Jan 2026, 10.01pm to Sat 1 Aug 2026, 2.53am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jan 2026, 9.16am
Other planned events: 1080 pest management operation
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 between1 February 2026 and 31 July 2026 in Lane Cove National Park.
All baiting locations are identifiable by signs. Don’t touch baits. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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 Mon 2 Feb 2026, 8.21am to Fri 20 Feb 2026, 8.23am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jan 2026, 9.00am
Closed areas: Manly to Spit walk upgrade works - Castle Rock
A section of the Manly to Spit walk in the Castle Rock area within Sydney Harbour National Park will be closed for essential upgrade works from 2 February to 20 March 2026. The work will involve replacement of failing sections of boardwalk and handrails to improve public safety on this popular track. A detour will be in place and signs will be posted to indicate the route.
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Applies from Sat 31 Jan 2026, 10.52pm to Sat 1 Aug 2026, 2.53am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jan 2026, 8.51am
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 1 February and 31 July 2026 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
All baiting locations are identifiable by signs. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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 or Lane Cove 8448 0400 (business hours)
- NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)
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Applies from Sat 31 Jan 2026, 10.58pm to Sat 1 Aug 2026, 2.53am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jan 2026, 3.01pm
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 1 February 2026 and 31 July 2026 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 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jan 2026, 10.25am
Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times
The North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times are:
- AEDT From 6 October 2025 to 5 April 2026 - 5am to 8.30pm
- AEST From 6 April 2026 to 5 October 2026- 6am to 6pm
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Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.49pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 8.50pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Jan 2026, 9.02am
Closed areas: Berowra walking track partial closure
Berowra walking track is partially closed from Apple Tree Bay to the Mount Ku-ring-gai access track until further notice. There continues to be a threat of rockfalls and foreshore slumps due to slope instability caused by previous weather events. NPWS is updating detailed assessments to undertake essential repair works.
Berowra walking track from Berowra Station to Mount Ku-ring-gai remains open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Mon 25 Aug 2025, 10.33am. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Dec 2025, 8.54am
Closed areas: Upper Gledhill Falls access unsafe
There is no safe location to park a vehicle on the side of McCarrs Creek Road to reach Upper Gledhills Falls. For your own safety, climbing and abseiling are prohibited here. Please visit Duckholes picnic area instead.
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Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 11.51am
Closed areas: Fort Denison closed
Service upgrades and extensive conservation works on the fort are ongoing throughout 2026. Fort Denison – Muddawahnyuh remains closed to visitors during this time.
Standard work hours during the construction phase will be between:
- 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday
- 8am to 1pm on Saturday
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email the Sydney South office. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 10 Feb 2016, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Nov 2025, 10.45am
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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Applies from Fri 9 May 2025, 3.09pm to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 8.57am
Other planned events: 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)
This does not apply to bookings. Where there are bookings, toilets will be open.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.10pm to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 9.03am
Closed areas: Sugarloaf carpark closed
Sugarloaf carpark 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. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Sat 17 Oct 2020, 10.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Jul 2025, 10.48am
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
- Old Man's Hat
- Cannae Point
- Quarantine Head
- Wastewater Treatment Plant emergency access road
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 or Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.
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