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Reids Flat Cottage

Royal National Park

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Thu 29 Jan 2026, 1.31pm to Mon 9 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Jan 2026, 2.50pm

Other planned events: Helicopter Operation at Waterfall Oval

Contractors for Transport for NSW will be conducting a helicopter operation at Waterfall Oval on:

  • Tuesday 3 February 2026
  • Monday 9 February 2026

Uloola Falls Fire Trail remains open but may be subject to intermittent closures. Please follow directions from contractors. 

 

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Applies from Thu 29 Jan 2026, 11.02am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jan 2026, 11.32am

Other planned events: Toilets temporarily closed at Fitzpatrick Park

The toilets at Fitzpatrick Park, Georges River National Park are currently closed due to a significant blockage. While under repair, the closest alternative toilets are at Lambeth Reserve, or Morgans Creek, Georges River National Park. For more information, call Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Mon 12 Jan 2026, 12.01am to Fri 20 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Jan 2026, 6.11pm

Closed areas: Closed areas: Vehicle Trails at Sandy Point in Georges River National Park closed for maintenance

All Vehicle Trails at Sandy Point in Georges River National Park will be closed on weekdays between 12th January and 20th March 2026 due to maintenance works.

Please obey all closure signage and follow instructions from NPWS staff and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park area office on 02 9542 0632.

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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 12.31pm. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Sep 2025, 12.39pm

Other planned events: Cawleys Bridge works

Please be advised that Transport for NSW will be undertaking bridge decking maintenance and upgrades to Cawleys Bridge between 29th September 2025 and February 2026.

Cawleys bridge connects Cawleys Road between Heathcote National Park and Garawarra State Conservation Area.

Works will be intermittent during this time.

Vehicle and public access will remain largely unaffected, with select days, being restricted access. Please follow the signs and direction of staff and contractors onsite.

NPWS will post specific information as it becomes available.

Enquiries: Transport for NSW Project Information Line on 1800 684 490.

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Applies from Mon 25 Aug 2025, 12.20pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Nov 2025, 12.39pm

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 will take place between 30 August 2025 and 31 March 2026 in Towra Point Nature Reserve.

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:

Sydney South Area 02 9337 5511 (business hours)

NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294.

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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Apr 2025, 4.20pm

Safety alerts: Landslide on Auxillary trail- Heathcote National Park

A landslip occurred on an auxillary trail (near Dingo tunnel) off Lower pipeline fire trail in April 2024. Pedestrians and Cyclists are not permitted to pass the landslip.

Authorised Vehicles are not permitted to drive the auxillary trial until further notice.

There are no walking tracks or visitors facilities in this area.

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/accommodation/reids-flat-cottage/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Royal National Park in the Sydney and surrounds and South Coast regions
  • 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. Payment options include Audley Visitor Centre, vehicle entry stations, pay machines and the Park’nPay app.

    Vehicles over 8 seats: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day). Teachers/educational supervisors: free (1 adult per 10 students).

    Buy annual pass
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Emergency services

For all NSW fires visit the Rural Fire Service

For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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