Last reviewed: Wed 11 January 2023, 10.12am
Applies from Thu 23 Dec 2021, 4.01pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 10.12am.
Coach and Horses campground is closed indefinitely due to flooding of the Darling River below Louth and Tilpa. The campground is expected to remain closed until the end of June 2023. The closure will be updated as conditions change.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further updates please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jan 2023, 11.45am.
There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this 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:
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.
Applies from Mon 1 Aug 2022, 1.26pm to Sun 30 Apr 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 Jan 2023, 9.43am
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 Mon 23 Jan 2023, 2.00pm to Thu 2 Feb 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 Jan 2023, 9.43am
Due to wet road conditions the Zanci Pastoral Loop is closed until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 30 Jan 2023, 2.24pm to Thu 2 Feb 2023, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jan 2023, 2.44pm
Both Toorale & Gundabooka National Park and State Conservation areas are closed due to the current rain event.
We will update when the park is accessible and safe.
The scheduled reopening is February 2nd but weather permitting this may be adjusted.
For further information please contact the Bourke Office on 02 68300200
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Applies from Mon 30 Jan 2023, 9.30am to Fri 3 Feb 2023, 9.01am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jan 2023, 9.40am
Park closed due to rain event
Kinchega National Park is closed from Monday 30/01/23 to Friday 02/03/23 due to severe rain event and road closures. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park are closed and will be reassessed on 03/02/23. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information contact the local park office on 08 8084 2880.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
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Applies from Mon 16 Jan 2023, 7.00am to Tue 31 Jan 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Jan 2023, 4.57pm
Zanci Woolshed, which is located on the Zanci Pastoral Loop road, will be closed for maintenance and repairs from Monday 16 January 2023 to Tuesday 31 January 2023.
No public access will be permitted to the Zanci Woolshed and carpark while works are being completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 11 Nov 2022, 11.59am to Sun 30 Apr 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jan 2023, 6.05pm
Willandra National Park is closed from Monday 24 October 2022 until further notice due to flooding and damage to the Willandra Creek crossing. This closure includes roofed accommodation, campgrounds and all park roads. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Unsealed roads within Carrathool Shire are dry weather roads only. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
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Applies from Mon 23 Jan 2023, 9.07am to Fri 10 Feb 2023, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jan 2023, 9.24am
Due to recent rain the Council Roads have become damaged.
Please take care when accessing Toorale & Gundabooka as the roads have potholes, wheel ruts and are severely rough in parts.
Please monitor the Bourke Shire Council Road Condition Report on their website.
For any further enquiries please contact the Bourke NPWS Office on 0268300200
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Applies from Mon 12 Dec 2022, 6.00am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jan 2023, 9.16am
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:
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 23 Jan 2023, 9.02am to Fri 3 Feb 2023, 9.02am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jan 2023, 9.07am
Due to the recent flooding Darling River Campground, Many Big Rocks Picnic Area and the Darling River Drive are closed.
If you require any further information please contact Bourke NPWS on 02 68300200
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Applies from Mon 29 Aug 2022, 8.00am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.58am
The following visitor attractions will undergo upgrades over the coming months but will remain open:
Please follow all signage and directions from NPWS staff. Any closures to an attraction will be posted on this NPWS alerts page.
For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Sat 7 Nov 2020, 8.01am to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.57am
Belah campground is closed until further notice.
This closure remains in place while site protection works are completed on the Mungo Self-guided Drive Tour road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 6 Nov 2020, 12.00pm to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.57am
Sections of the Mungo self-guided drive tour road remain closed. No access is permitted beyond Red Top lookout.
Road works have commenced to undertake cultural site protection and improvements to the road surface.
These works will take some time to complete and the wet weather in spring delayed the works program.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Mon 10 Oct 2022, 10.43am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.57am
A park fire ban is in place in Mungo National Park and remains in place from midnight Monday 10 October 2022 to midnight Friday 31 March 2023. 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:
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 5 May 2022, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.39am
Darling River Campground and River Drive are currently closed due to rising floodwaters of the Darling River. Anticipated closure to the end of April 2023. Closure will be updated as conditions change. For more information please call the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.24am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.35am
There is no access to Kinchega Visitor Centre, Kinchega Shearers Quarters, Old Kinchega Homestead Precinct and Emu Lake campground as Woolshed Drive has been closed by rising floodwaters from the Darling River. The road through to the Tandou Station boundary is still accessible. This closure will be updated when conditions change. For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 31 Oct 2022, 11.59pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jan 2023, 11.45am
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect from midnight Monday 31 October 2022 to midnight Friday 31 March 2023. 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:
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 19 Sep 2022, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jan 2023, 10.34am
Old Kinchega Homestead Ruins and Billabong walk are inaccessible due to rising floodwaters of the Darling River.
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Applies from Wed 30 Jun 2021, 2.33pm to Wed 1 Mar 2023, 1.32pm. Last reviewed: Sat 7 Jan 2023, 6.07pm
Willandra National Park is due to flooding, it will be open from 1st march 2023
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Tue 3 Jan 2023, 12.35pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jan 2023, 12.42pm
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:
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. For further information please call the Dubbo Central West Area office on 02 6841 7100
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Applies from Tue 22 Nov 2022, 9.10am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Dec 2022, 10.29am
The Little Menindee Creek Road access road (Low Road) has been damaged by floodwater and is closed.
For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 10 Jan 2022, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Dec 2022, 10.29am
Emu Lake Drive is closed indefinitely due to ongoing maintenance.
Access to Emu Lake campground remains open when not affected by rain.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Thu 22 Dec 2022, 4.27pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Dec 2022, 4.54pm
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:
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 Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jan 2023, 8.58am
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.
For further information contact the NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.
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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/campgrounds/coach-and-horses-campground/local-alerts
Paroo-Darling National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to extreme weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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