Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Thu 2 November 2023, 9.03am
Applies from Fri 1 Sep 2023, 10.05am
to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 11.00am.
Last reviewed: Thu 2 Nov 2023, 9.03am.
Fire bans: Park 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.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Tue 28 Nov 2023, 11.50am to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 11.51am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Nov 2023, 12.01pm
Other planned events: Canyon Picnic Area BBQs unavailable
Electric BBQ's at Canyon Picnic Area are being replaced 8th December to 15th December 2023. Alternate BBQ's are available at Blackman 2 campground.
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Applies from Thu 14 Sep 2023, 2.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Nov 2023, 9.38am
Closed areas: Area closed due to rockfall hazard
Sandstone Caves walking track is closed until further notice due to a rockfall hazard. Do not enter the area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre on 02 6843 4011.
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Applies from Wed 18 Oct 2023, 11.16am to Fri 1 Mar 2024, 11.17am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Nov 2023, 12.25pm
Other planned events: Camp Blackman amenity block under construction
Camp Blackman 1 has been CLOSED for construction of a new amenities block from October to March 2024, subject to construction timeframes.
There is temporary amenities available for guest use at Camp Blackman 3 during this period.
Camp Blackman 2 and 3 remain open.
For more information, contact the Warrumbungle National Park Visitor Centre (02) 6825 4364.
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Applies from Mon 9 Oct 2023, 8.00am to Fri 29 Mar 2024, 5.02am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Nov 2023, 6.03pm
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban
A park fire solid fuel 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, 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 Central West Area office at Bathurst 02 6332 7640 before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker, during a fire ban period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find 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 Fri 1 Sep 2023, 10.05am to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Nov 2023, 9.03am
Fire bans: Park 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 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Nov 2023, 8.54am
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.
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