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Coach and Horses campground

Paroo-Darling National Park

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Last reviewed: Tue 8 October 2024, 12.07pm

Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Oct 2024, 12.07pm.

Fire bans: Park fire ban for Paroo-Darling National Park

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in Paroo-Darling National Park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Sun 3 Nov 2024, 9.11am to Sun 10 Nov 2024, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 2.37pm

Closed parks: Park closed for aerial pest control operation

Mutawintji National Park is closed from Sunday 3rd November to Saturday 9th November 2024 for a aerial pest control operation.

Reopen Sunday 10th November 2024

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, The Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880 913 3308

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Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Oct 2024, 12.15pm

Safety alerts: Variable condition of unsealed Council access roads

Council-managed access roads to Mungo National Park are unsealed and in variable condition. Before travelling on any unsealed roads, please check road condition reports for Balranald, Wentworth and Central Darling Shires. Do not travel on closed Council roads.

There are numerous access routes to Mungo National Park and conditions can change quickly due to the weather.

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Applies from Thu 11 Jul 2024, 12.10pm to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Oct 2024, 12.06pm

Closed areas: Mungo lakebed (bike) trail closed

The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.

The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open for use.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

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Applies from Thu 31 Oct 2024, 10.08am to Fri 29 Nov 2024, 10.08am. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Oct 2024, 10.11am

Safety alerts: Access to Yathong NR Quarters via Wagga Tank Management Trail is closed.

Access to Yathong NR Quarters via Wagga Tank Management Trail is closed.

Due to recent storm damage, the Wagga Tank Management Trail has become a safety concern due to washouts.

These washouts are hazardous to vehicles, entering the Reserve. NPWS staff are undertaking works to repair this trail, however this trail is not trafficable at this time.

For emergency access and authorised NPWS work, please consider access via Mailbox Management Trail, or Cobar Road.

For more information on this issue, please contact NPWS Central West Area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640, or email npws.centralwest@environment.nsw.gov.au

Penalties for non-compliance may occur.

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Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 12.01am to Tue 25 Mar 2025, 12.40pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Oct 2024, 12.43pm

Other planned events: Solid Fuel Fire Ban

A solid fuel fire ban is in place for Whispering Oaks Campground and Picnic Area and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page

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Applies from Mon 21 Oct 2024, 10.38am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Oct 2024, 11.41am

Other incidents: Mutawintji National Park has opened to 2WD. Waterbag Road still has ONLY 4WD access..

Mutawintji National Park has opened to 2WD via Silver City Highway and from White Cliffs. Waterbag Road still has ONLY 4WD access. This status will be updated as road conditions change.  In the meantime please check with RMS road authority on 08 8082 6699 for current road conditions in the area.

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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Oct 2024, 10.54am

Other planned events: Mutawintji Homestead Creek campground undergoing works

Mutawintji Homestead Creek campground is undergoing works on the ablutions block.  The work will commence on Monday, 14 October and conclude in early November 2024.  The campground will still be accessible and available to campers and there will be temporary toilet facilities at the campground for the duration of the upgrade. Please be aware there will be contractors onsite.  For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks office on 08 8084 2880.

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Applies from Thu 31 Oct 2024, 6.00am to Sat 1 Mar 2025, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Oct 2024, 10.54am

Fire bans: Fireban for Kinchega National Park from 31 October 2024

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.

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Applies from Mon 11 Dec 2023, 11.45am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Oct 2024, 10.53am

Closed areas: Darling River campground is closed from campsite 31-34.

Darling River campground is closed from campsite 31-34.  Please do not pass the barriers.  For further information please contact the Broken Hill NPWS office on 08 8084 2880. 

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Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 12.01am to Tue 25 Mar 2025, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Oct 2024, 3.23pm

Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.

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Applies from Thu 10 Oct 2024, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Oct 2024, 10.09am

Fire bans: NSW NPWS Riverina Area - Solid Fuel Fire Ban (SFFB) Commences

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. For further information, visit the NSW National Parks - Total Fire Bans and park fire bans information page.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.

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Applies from Wed 11 Sep 2024, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Fri 18 Oct 2024, 9.41am

Other planned events: Mutawintji Cultural Centre is closed due to storm damage

Mutawintji Cultural Centre is closed due to storm damage.  Anticipated to re-open mid December 2024.  For further information please contact the local Broken Hill National Park office on 08 8084 2880.

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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.30pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Oct 2024, 1.51pm

Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.

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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Oct 2024, 12.07pm

Fire bans: Park fire ban for Paroo-Darling National Park

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in Paroo-Darling National Park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.

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Applies from Wed 23 Oct 2024, 1.00am to Mon 23 Dec 2024, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Oct 2024, 12.13pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Gundabooka National park and State Conservation Area from Wednesday 23rd October 2024 to Monday 23rd December 2024.The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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 further information please contact the NPWS Bourke Area office on (02) 6830 0200

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Applies from Wed 23 Oct 2024, 1.00am to Mon 23 Dec 2024, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Oct 2024, 12.12pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Toorale National park and State Conservation Area from Wednesday 23rd October 2024 to Monday 23rd December 2024.The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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 further information please contact the NPWS Bourke Area office on (02) 6830 0200

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Applies from Tue 5 Nov 2024, 1.00am to Sun 5 Jan 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Oct 2024, 12.08pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Nocoleche Nature Reserve from Tuesday 5th November 2024 to Saturday 5th January 2025.The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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 further information please contact the NPWS Bourke Area office on (02) 6830 0200

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Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 10.57am to Tue 12 Nov 2024, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Nov 2024, 7.35am

Other planned events: Notice of use of Hoggone meSN Feral Pig Bait from 7 October 2024 - Lachlan Valley National Park - Gunning Gap Precinct

Due to a large number of feral pigs causing impacts the Reserve, and to meet NPWS's General Biosecurity Duty, (GBD), under the Biosecurity Act, NPWS will be using Hoggone to control feral pigs.

 

NPWS pesticides trained staff will be using a new control product to lessen the impacts caused by feral pigs in Lachlan Valley National Park - Gunning Gap Precinct.

 

HOGGONE will be used on this Reserve, and the product is a peanut based product with Sodium nitrite as the poison.

 

This product is very effective on controlling feral pigs and when used carefully has few off-target impacts.

 

NPWS staff will be monitoring the success of the program, and this program may last a few weeks.

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Applies from Fri 11 Nov 2022, 11.59am to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Oct 2024, 8.54am

Closed parks: Willandra National Park Closed

Willandra National Park will be CLOSED until further notice, whilst staff undertake major repair works.

 

In the interest of visitor safety, we will need to keep the park CLOSED until repairs have been completed and the park is deemed safe to re-open. 

 

This closure includes roofed accommodation, campgrounds and all park roads. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Oct 2024, 7.49am

Other incidents: Visitation restrictions

There are a number of restrictions on visitation and access by the general public to Yathong, Nombinnie and Round Hill Nature Reserves and Nombinnie State Conservation Area. 

  • These reserves are not available for overnight camping or hiking. Visitation is restricted to day visits only.
  • Vehicle access is restricted to the public roads passing through or adjoining the reserves. Management trails are closed to vehicles. However you are welcome to walk on the trails.
  • Bird watchers are welcome to walk into the reserves and along management trails. However take care to make sure you can navigate back to your car - it is easy to get disorientated in mallee country.
  • Trips to Round Hill Nature Reserve by bird watching clubs can be done by prior arrangement.
  • There are a number of scientific research programs happening in the reserves and visitors should not disturb any field equipment if they come across it.
  • The reserves are closed periodically to allow management programs to be undertaken. Please check the website for closures prior to visits.

For further information contact the NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.

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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/campgrounds/coach-and-horses-campground/local-alerts

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