Applies from Wed 17 Jun 2026, 1.43pm to Mon 27 Jul 2026, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Jul 2026, 4.33pm

Closed parks: Big River & Spring Gully campgrounds closed for roadworks

Big River & Spring Gully campgrounds are closed due to roadworks, the campgrounds will reopen Monday 27th of July. 

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Goulburn River National Park

Applies from Wed 24 Jun 2026, 4.35pm to Fri 30 Oct 2026, 4.45pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jul 2026, 6.04pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from Tuesday 30 June to 30 September 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will take place in Timmallallie National Park, Pilliga Nature Reserve and Pilliga East State Conservation Area.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of foxes on neighbouring stock.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.

Please contact the local Castlereagh Area NPWS area office for more information on 02 6843 4000.

Affects 3 parks nearby. Show list

• Pilliga East State Conservation Area
• Pilliga Nature Reserve
• Timmallallie National Park

Applies from Thu 18 Jun 2026, 6.04pm to Mon 10 Aug 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jul 2026, 6.13pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 dog baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from 2 July 2026 to 20 July 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs.

The program will take place in Coolah Tops National Park.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.

This program is designed to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring livestock and is undertaken in conjunction with local landholders and Central West Local Land Services.

Please contact the local NPWS Castlereagh Area office for more information on 6843 4000.

Affects 1 park and 15 locations nearby. Show list

• Coolah Tops National Park
  • Bald Hill Creek Falls picnic area
  • Brackens Hut
  • Breeza lookout
  • Bundella lookout
  • The Pines campground
  • Coxs Creek campground
  • Grass Tree walking track
  • Norfolk Falls picnic area
  • Norfolk Falls walk
  • Pinnacle lookout
  • Pinnacle lookout walk
  • Shepherds Peak walking track
  • Snow Gum picnic area
  • Snow Gum walking track
  • The Barracks campground

Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jul 2026, 9.32am

Closed areas: Part of Sandstone Caves walking track is closed due to rockfall hazard

The western section of Sandstone Caves walking track is closed due to a rockfall hazard.

The walking track along the eastern escarpment of the caves is OPEN.

Do not enter the closed section.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre on 6843 4011.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Pilliga Nature Reserve
  • Sandstone Caves walking track

Applies from Mon 25 May 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Jun 2026, 1.14pm

Closed areas: Coolah Tops – Roads closed due to wet conditions

Roads east of the Forest Road - Hildegarde Road intersection in Coolah Tops National Park are closed to vehicle traffic from 25 May 2026 due to wet road conditions, and will reopen in September or once road conditions improve.

The closed roads are dry weather vehicle access only and are closed annually during the winter months due to prolonged wet conditions. Visitors can still access trails and visitor facilities on foot or by bicycle.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 6843 4000 or the Warrumbungle Visitor Centre on 6825 4364.

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Coolah Tops National Park
  • Breeza lookout
  • Shepherds Peak walking track
  • Snow Gum picnic area
  • Snow Gum walking track

Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 9.51am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 8.03am

Closed areas: Tara Cave Walking Track - Restricted Access

The Tara Cave viewing platform is currently closed for repair.

The remainder of the walk remains open to the viewing platform. The Old Woolshed Picnic Area remains open for use.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the Warrumbungle National Park Visitor Information Centre on 6825 4364.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Warrumbungle National Park
  • Tara Cave walking track

Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 10.00am to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 10.01am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jul 2026, 8.52am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

The Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

Ground baiting will occur in Pilliga National Park and Pilliga State Conservation Area.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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 please contact the Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) on 0460 876 654 or NPWS Castlereagh Area on 02 6843 4000.

Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list

• Pilliga National Park
• Pilliga State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Jun 2026, 8.16am

Safety alerts: Reduce speed and drive to conditions

Ongoing wet weather has impacted the roads in this reserve, leaving them washed out and/or under water for long periods of time. While they have dried out, access trails can still have rough surfaces and require maintenance. Please reduce speed, drive to conditions, and be aware of your surroundings. Heavy plant may be working in the area and care should be taken if you come across them. 

For more information, contact the NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.

Affects 6 parks nearby. Show list

• Cobbora State Conservation Area
• Coolbaggie Nature Reserve
• Drillwarrina National Park
• Goonoo National Park
• Goonoo State Conservation Area
• Mogriguy National Park