Last reviewed: Wed 8 July 2026, 8.59am
Applies from Wed 28 Sep 2022, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jul 2026, 8.59am.
Doon Goonge campground is closed for public safety.
Alternate nearby campgrounds include Dalmorton, Thungutti, Cod Hole and Platypus Flat, that can be booked on the NPWS website.
For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
Applies from Mon 9 Mar 2026, 8.00am to Tue 9 Mar 2027, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Jun 2026, 8.43am.
Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area will be closed for pest control operations until 09 March 2027.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Coffs Coast Area office on 02 6652 0900.
Applies from Fri 10 Jul 2026, 9.26am to Wed 15 Jul 2026, 8.18pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jul 2026, 9.31am
Everlasting Swamp National Park and State Conservation Area are closed due to wet weather. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2026, 11.11am to Thu 29 Jun 2028, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Jul 2026, 9.45am
There is a temporary detour to access the Wonga walk. This access track is a 2-minute walk from the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre, along Lyrebird Lane.
The temporary access track is surfaced with non-slip rubber mat. Please note that the track is steep and uneven in sections, making it unsuitable for prams, wheelchairs and other mobility aids.
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Applies from Mon 6 Jul 2026, 7.46am to Mon 3 Aug 2026, 4.47pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Jun 2026, 4.58pm
Bindarray Picnic Area is closed to the public from Monday 6 July to Monday 3rd August due to construction works.
There will be no access possible via vehicle or pedestrians during this time.
The closed area is from the gate at the northern end of Jersery Bull Rd (near junction with Pine Rd) and south to Bindarray Picnic Area.
There is no change to any access to Pine Rd.
Construction of a new pedestrian suspension bridge across the Urumbilium River near Bindarray Picnic Area will provide improved access to the site once works are completed.
This project is part of the Dorrigo Escarpment Great Walk, which will provide a new public walking track from Dorrigo Rainforest Centre to Bindarray Picnic Area.
Any enquiries, please call NPWS Coffs on 02 6652 0900
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Applies from Wed 17 Jun 2026, 4.37pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2026, 4.54pm
The timber bridge which provides access from Urumbilum Falls Carpark east across Urumbilum Creek to the Urumbilum Falls Day Use Area is closed.
This closure is necessary due to the surface fill on this elevated timber bridge eroding, causing it to be unsafe for walkers.
For alternate access, options are to use the shallow road ford adjacent (only in times of low water flow), or alternatively consider the flagged walking track to access Urumbilum Falls.
NPWS will be rerouting and improving the walking track access to Urumbilum Falls as part of the Dorrigo Escarpment Great Walk over the next two years. This project is already planned and funded, with on-ground work underway in other sectors.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2026, 8.51am to Fri 30 Jun 2028, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jul 2026, 4.29pm
Lyrebird Link track closed. Temporary access to walks via a steep detour.
The Lyrebird Link ramp to the walking tracks from the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre has been closed to address safety risks. Temporary access to the walks via a short steep detour (18 degrees or 1 in 3) is unsuitable for mobility impaired visitors and prams. This will be the only available walk access until the Glade reopens. Please ask at the information counter for advice and directions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre on 02 6657 5913 or Coffs Coast Area Office on 02 6652 0900
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Applies from Wed 3 Sep 2025, 12.00pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Jun 2026, 12.55pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Susan Island Nature Reserve Area from 1 January to 31 July 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
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.
Please contact the local Grafton NPWS area office for more information on 02 66 411 500.
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Applies from Mon 9 Mar 2026, 8.00am to Tue 9 Mar 2027, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Jun 2026, 8.43am
Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area will be closed for pest control operations until 09 March 2027.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Coffs Coast Area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Jun 2026, 8.51am
Some areas of this park are closed until further notice due to the demolition of a bridge from a past flooding event.
The closed areas include the 4WD access to North Washpool, an area also known as Washpool rest area, entering from Baryulgil onto Collum Collum Road. The bridge is washed away at the junction of Washpool Creek and Collum Collum Road.
Please note:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 1 Jan 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Jun 2026, 8.51am
Butterleaf Road, the access road into Butterleaf NP through the adjoining State Forest, is in very poor condition, and access is restricted to 4WD only. Please exercise caution and drive to conditions.
For further information contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Wed 18 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 28 Jun 2026, 11.50am
Sherwood Forest Drive is a 4WD, dry weather only road.
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Applies from Fri 23 Jan 2026, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Jun 2026, 8.57am
Waihou Rd has a 5 Tonne load limit due to a damaged bridge and a damaged culvert.
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Applies from Mon 21 Mar 2022, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Apr 2026, 3.10pm
Suttons road is closed to vehicle traffic following the second major pavement collapse in an area of highly dispersible soils. Alternate access is via Granite Pit or McMullens roads.
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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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/doon-goonge-campground/local-alerts
Non-wilderness parts of Chaelundi National Park are always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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