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Applies from Sat 23 Aug 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 1.32pm
Other planned events: Road upgrades in Myall Lakes National Park
Multiple roads within Myall Lakes National Park are planned for upgrade under the Infrastructure Betterment Fund Program.
Visitors can expect minor changes to access during the following timeframes (weather permitting):
- Stoney Creek Road: March to June 2026
- Yagon Road: June to July 2026
- Mungo Brush Road – Stage 2: July to Oct 2026
- Cabbage Tree Road: May to June 2026
Please drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control.
For further information, please call NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 02 6591 0300 (business hours).
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Applies from Sat 27 Sep 2025, 9.48am to Sun 31 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 9.35am
Closed areas: 4WD Trail Closures
Most of the public-accessible 4WD trails in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area have now re-opened, after the annual season closure period.
However, the following 4WD trail remain closed, due to current trail conditions:
- Barrington Trail south past the Junction Pools Trail
This closure does not effect public vehicle access to the Little Murray and Junction Pools campgrounds.
Walkers and mountain bikers are still permitted to utilise the trail while it is closed to public vehicles.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Sat 25 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Tue 16 Jun 2026, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 9.49am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 2nd May 2026 to 16th May 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Barakee National Park, Barrakee State Conservation Area, Biriwal Bulga National Park, Bugan Nature Reserve, Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park, Goonook Nature Reserve, Talawahl Nature Reserve, Tapin Tops National Park and Wallamba Nature Reserve.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and to minimise the impact of wild dogs 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 NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office for more information on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 3.32pm
Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed
Many roads, fire trails and walking tracks in Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to infrastructure repairs, upgrades or damage caused by wet weather including subsidence, rockfalls, landslides and fallen trees.
Katoomba and Leura
- Katoomba Kiosk Reserve, Reids Plateau and Round Walk east are closed to due to Council upgrades. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Access to Furber Stairs is available from the western side of the Round Walk via Vanimans Lookout.
- Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall hazards. (Visible bridge from Echo Point. Side route off Three Sisters Track and Giant Stairs).
- Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck fire trail) is closed to vehicles near Cliff Drive due to a road subsidence. Walkers and cyclists are permitted.
- Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.
- Six Foot track is closed at the boundary to the Jenolan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve. Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (including the Caves Visitor Precinct) is closed until 31 December 2026. There is no access to the entire reserve during this time.
- Mt Hay Road will be closed from Tuesday 9th June to Thursday 17 December 2026 for Fire Trail upgrades. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.
- Ultra Trail Australia trail running event will be held from Thursday 14 May to Sunday 17 May 2026 across Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls. Please expect minor delays and heavier than normal traffic. Drive safely and follow the directions of event organisers and NPWS staff.
Wentworth Falls and Woodford
- Part of National Pass (west of Wentworth Falls middle crossing) is closed due to a major landslide and ongoing risks.
- Wentworth Pass and Slack Stairs are closed due to elevated boardwalk repairs. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls routes.
- Valley of the Waters is closed below Silvia Falls due rockfall hazards. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls.
- Princes Rock walking track is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026. Princes Rock lookout is however accessible from Overcliff/Undercliff track.
- Fletchers lookout is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026.
- Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
- Evans St extension fire trail will be closed from Monday March 2 to Friday May 15 for road maintenance. There will be increased truck movements on Blaxland Road in Wentworth Falls and Evans Lookout Road in Blackheath.
- Ultra Trail Australia trail running event will be held from Thursday 14 May to Sunday 17 May 2026 across Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls. Please expect minor delays and heavier than normal traffic. Drive safely and follow the directions of event organisers and NPWS staff.
Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road
- Green Gully precinct including Dunphys Campground and Galong Cabins is closed for road upgrade works until 2 June 2026 (weather dependent). This means there is no access to the K-2-K, Iron Pot Route, Breakfast Creek, Ironmonger Route or Bellbird Ridge Fire Trail.
- Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and part of the walking track are closed. For more information visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).
- Govetts descent and parts of Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. Valley access from Blackheath is via Horse Track.
Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing
Juggler (aka Point Pilcher) Canyon exit has been affected by a recent rockfall event. Canyoners should use caution and exit around the impact site.
Some adventure recreation areas and routes may be closed where the access or exit road/track is mentioned above.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre.
Applies from Tue 12 May 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 31 Jul 2026, 5.01pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 5.09pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a one-off ground baiting program from 18 May 2026 to 30 June 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Wollemi National Park (in Jerrys Plains / Appletree Flat area) and Manobalai Nature Reserve.
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 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 Bulga NPWS office for more information on (02) 6574 5555.
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Applies from Fri 8 May 2026, 4.21pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 4.27pm
Closed areas: Mungo Beach closed to 4WD vehicles due to beach erosion
Mungo Beach in Myall Lakes National Park is closed to 4 wheel drive vehicles due to hazardous beach erosion
For further information, please call Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 28 Oct 2025, 12.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.18am
Closed areas: New England National Park walking track closures
The following areas are closed for public safety, to allow NPWS to assess and manage rockfall hazards.
- Eagles Nest walking track
- All access to Weeping Rock
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Tue 25 Jul 2023, 7.14am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.18am
Closed areas: Landslip on Hanging Rock Road in State forest
Access to Kosekai Lookout is currently NOT possible via Hanging Rock Road due to a section of Hanging Rock Road being damaged during March 2021 flooding event. The damaged section of road is managed by Forestry Corporation. Access to the lookout is now only possible in 4WD vehicles from the south via Boat Harbour Road and then turning onto Kosekai Road
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Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 12.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 8.12pm
Closed parks: National parks closed due to flood damage
The following reserves are closed until further notice due to flood impacts;
- Barrakee SCA
- Killabakh NR
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters.
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.
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Applies from Wed 6 May 2026, 8.54am to Fri 12 Jun 2026, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 May 2026, 9.01am
Closed parks: Park closed weekdays for aerial pest control operation
The following reserves are closed from 6am, Monday 1 June to 7pm, Friday 12 June 2026 for an aerial pest control operation.
* Nattai National Park
* Nattai State Conservation Area
* Burragorang State Conservation Area (Burragorang Lookout will be open on weekends and public holidays)
* Joadja Nature Reserve
* Jellore Flora Reserve
* Wollondilly River Nature Reserve
* Bangadilly National Park
* Guula Ngurra National Park
* Mt Penang Part 11 lands
* Upper Nepean SCA including Stage 2 lands (North of the Tourist Road)
* Barrallier WaterNSW freehold lands
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 3.10pm to Mon 18 May 2026, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 May 2026, 9.33am
Closed areas: Wheeny Creek Campground and firetrails closed for pest control program
Wheeny Creek Campground in Wollemi National Park is closed from Monday 4 May to 7pm to Friday 30 May 2026 inclusive for ground shooting for feral animal control. McMahons fire trail, Blue Gum fire trail and Zorbas fire trail will also be closed from 7pm-6am during these dates while we conduct the pest control program.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 14 Jul 2025, 1.35pm to Mon 29 Jun 2026, 1.37pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 11.50am
Closed areas: Craddocks Creek Trail closed due to landslips
Craddocks Creek Trail in Copeland Tops SCA is closed until further notice to allow contractors to undertake landslip remediation. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.
NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.
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Applies from Wed 29 Apr 2026, 6.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 10.49am
Other planned events: Changed Access to the Grandis Picnic Area
Due to road upgrade works, access to the Grandis Picnic Area from Wootton Way will be unavailable from Thursday 30 April to Friday 29 May.
Access to the Grandis Picnic Area will still be possible via The Lakes Way.
Please drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control.
For further information, please call NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 02 6591 0300 (business hours).
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Applies from Sat 28 Mar 2026, 10.57am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2026, 8.29pm
Closed areas: Wallis Island - Facility closed
Restroom facility of this park temporary closed from Friday 27 March.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
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Applies from Tue 21 Apr 2026, 10.40am to Sun 14 Jun 2026, 10.42am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 7.58am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 2 May to 16 May 2026 in the following reserves:
- Barrington Tops National Park/State Conservation Area
- Towarri National Park / Wingen Maid Nature Reserve / Cedar Brush Nature Reserve
- Wallabadah Nature Reserve
- Woolooma National Park
- Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve/National Park
- Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve/State Conservation Area
- Curracabundi National Park/State Conservation Area, Bretti Nature Reserve, Mernot Nature Reserve, Watchimbark Nature Reserve, Woko National Park, Monkeycot Nature Reserve, Coneac State Conservation Area, Camels Hump Nature Reserve, Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
- Copeland Tops State Conservation Area
- Berrico Nature Reserve
- The Glen Nature Reserve
- Barakee National Park
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 the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at authorised entrances to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and most other NPWS managed land. 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 NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Scone Office on 02 6540 2300 for more information.
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Applies from Thu 14 Aug 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 1.16pm
Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Tapin Tops National Park
The following areas within Tapin Tops National Park are closed due to flood impacts;
- Potoroo Falls (including Potoroo Road)
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area on (02) 6591 0300
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Applies from Mon 27 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Fri 5 Jun 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 8.42am
Closed areas: Dangars Gorge closed for precinct upgrade
The Dangars Gorge precinct in Oxley Wild Rivers NP is strictly closed from Monday 27 October 2025 to Friday 5 June 2026 while visitor facilities are being upgraded. The areas that will be closed include:
- Dangars Gorge Campground
- Dangars Falls Picnic Area
- Dangars Falls lookouts
- McDirtys walking track
- Sailsbury Waters walking track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Armidale NPWS office (02 6738 9100).
NPWS will be making improvements to the campground, walking tracks and signage upgrades as well as installing a new pedestrian bridge.
During this time, visitors to Oxley Wild Rivers NP can still access other visitor precincts, such as Long Point, Gara Gorge, Wollomombi Falls, and for the more adventurous, Riverside or Halls Peak. Please note that access to Riverside and Halls Peak requires an access permit and a low-range 4WD vehicle. More information can be found on the NPWS website https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/
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Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Apr 2026, 9.28am
Closed areas: Yacaaba Headland walking track partial closure
Yacaaba Headland walking track, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Hawks Nest, is open to a viewing point. Beyond this point the track is closed for visitor safety.
Yacaaba Spit track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.
Penalties may apply for non-compliance. For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 5 Jun 2025, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 7.57am
Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Wallingat National Park
Multiple walking tracks in Wallingat National Park are closed until further notice due to storm and flood damage:
- Cabbage Palm & Coachwood loop track
- Double Wharf Trail
- Sugar Creek Trail
For further information please contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 9.19am
Closed areas: Flood affected areas within Myall Lakes National Park
The following areas in Myall Lakes National Park are temporarily closed due to flood impacts:
- Dees Corner campground
- Joes Cove campground
- White Tree Bay campground and picnic area
NPWS is working to reopen these areas as soon as possible.
For more information, call the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 16 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.37am
Closed areas: Closed areas: Barington Tops National Park partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
The Gloucester Tops section of Barrington Tops National Park will be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 20 April 2026 to Friday 16 October 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Areas will be closed by signage. Do Not Enter. Penalties apply.
This closure does not directly effect Gloucester River campground and all walking tracks / picnic facilities at Gloucester Tops will remain open during daylight hours when an operation is happening.
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Applies from Thu 16 Oct 2025, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 12.58pm
Other planned events: Brimbin Pontoon (Dawson River) closed
Brimbin Pontoon has sustained damage and is temporarily closed. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
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Applies from Tue 30 Sep 2025, 4.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 9.27am
Closed parks: Yessabah Reserve Permanently Closed
Access to Yessabah Nature Reserve is permanently closed to unauthorised personnel. The former quarry area has limestone rock faces that are unstable and prone to rock fall. Other areas of the reserve are geologically unstable.
Do not access this park. For further information call the NPWS Macleay area office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 11.37am to Sun 31 May 2026, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 3.33pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Wollemi National Park from Monday 20th April – Sunday 3rd May 2026.
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 the impact of wild dogs 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 NPWS area office for more information:
Mudgee 02 6370 9000
Oberon 02 6336 6200
Bulga 02 6574 5555
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Applies from Thu 9 Apr 2026, 2.48pm to Sun 31 May 2026, 2.48pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 3.15pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (KCR), Kanangra-Boyd NP and Mares Forest NP from Monday 20th April – Sunday 3rd May 2026.
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 the impact of wild dogs 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 Oberon NPWS area office for more information on 02 6336 6200.
Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 11.29am to Fri 5 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 May 2026, 3.29pm
Other planned events: Diamond Head campground - beach access upgrade
The paved beach access track from Diamond Head campground to the beach will be closed for upgrades from Monday 20th April for approximately four weeks. The paved path will be replaced with a raised deck, ramp and handrail to improve visitor safety and accessibility.
There will be no access to the beach using this track while the new structure is built. Visitors will need to use the old 4WD beach access track located 20m away. There will be some disturbance from construction noise during normal work hours of 8am-5pm, Monday to Friday.
For more information, call the NPWS Port Macquarie on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Thu 2 Apr 2026, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Apr 2026, 8.09am
Closed areas: Gees Arm North fire trail closed due to hazard reduction activities
Gees Arm North fire trail is closed for hazard reduction burning from Thursday 2 April - Saturday 4 April 2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Gees Arm North HR. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 11.57am to Fri 2 Oct 2026, 11.57am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 7.58am
Safety alerts: Visitor safety alert: feral horses
Feral horses move through this campground and along the adjacent walking track day and night. Campers at Polblue campground should set up tents as close to their vehicles as possible.
Aggressive horse behaviour can pose a safety risk for visitors. Aggressive behaviour includes snorting, head bobbing, stomping front legs, ears erect, aggressive stance and approaching in an aggressive manner.
What to do around aggressive horses:
- avoid the animals, especially if a stallion is present and there are mares nearby
- retreat to your vehicle
- wave your arms around and make lots of noise
- walk in a group rather than as an individual
- always be aware of your immediate surroundings.
Please report any such interaction or aggressive horse behaviour to NPWS Gloucester on 6538 5300 or NPWS Scone on 6540 2300.
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Applies from Fri 6 Mar 2026, 8.55am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.56am. Last reviewed: Tue 31 Mar 2026, 9.05am
Closed parks: Closed Area: Ben Halls Gap National Park and Nature Reserve will be closed for ground shooting for feral animal control
Ben Halls Gap National Park and Nature Reserve will be closed from 4pm Monday 6 April 2026 to Tuesday 30 June 2026 for ground shooting program(s) for feral animal control.
Do Not Enter. Penalties apply. Call Scone office for more information on 6540 2300.
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Applies from Wed 25 Mar 2026, 9.26am to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Mar 2026, 9.28am
Safety alerts: Grassy Hill FT is currently 4WD access only and is not suitable for 2WD vehicles
Grassy Hill FT is currently 4WD access only and is not suitable for 2WD vehicles
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 23 Mar 2026, 3.34pm to Sun 31 May 2026, 3.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 7.56am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Queens Lake Nature Reserve & Queens Lake State Conservation Area from 23 March 2026 to 31 May 2026. 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 park/reserve entry to the baiting locations. 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 Port Macquarie NPWS area office for more information on 6588 5555.
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Applies from Sat 28 Feb 2026, 9.08am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Mar 2026, 2.06pm
Closed areas: Karamea Homestead closed due to flood damage
The following area is closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from the May 2025 flooding and severe weather event:
The Homestead will reopen when the damage has been rectified and the site is safe.
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Applies from Thu 6 Nov 2025, 11.13am. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Apr 2026, 7.30am
Closed areas: Cliff Face walking track temporarily closed due to impacts from flooding / severe weather
Cliff Face Track will be closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from the flooding and severe weather event that occurred during May 2025
The walking track will reopen when the damage has been rectified and the site is safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Sun 1 Mar 2026, 9.29am to Fri 30 Jun 2028, 9.29am. Last reviewed: Sun 1 Mar 2026, 9.32am
Closed areas: Ferny Creek Campground Closed
Ferny Creek Campground remains closed until further notice do to collapsed bridge
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Applies from Sat 9 Aug 2025, 12.39pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2026, 10.40am
Closed areas: Trails within Black Bulga SCA closed due to severe weather event
Trevor Tops Rd in Black Bulga State Conservation Area and Cabbage Tree Rd in Chichester State Forest (Main Creek area) are closed until further notice due to impacts from flooding and severe weather.
Roads leading to the reserve have been damaged and pose a hazard to road users. NPWS will reopen the trails once flood impacts have been remediated.
For more information contact the Gloucester NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Wed 11 Feb 2026, 11.21am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 11.22am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Apr 2026, 12.04pm
Closed parks: Closed area: Murrurundi Pass National Park closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Murrurundi Pass National Park will be closed from 5pm to 5am between Wednesday 11 February 2026 to Tuesday 30 June 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Areas will be closed by signage. Do Not Enter. Penalties apply
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Applies from Thu 9 Oct 2025, 2.36pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Apr 2026, 12.04pm
Closed areas: Closed areas: Towarri National Park partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Areas within Towarri National Park may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Thursday 23 October 2025 to Tuesday 30 June 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Areas will be closed by signage. Do Not Enter. Penalties apply
Note: Washpools campground and picnic area will not be directly affected by these closures.
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Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 2.25pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 9.49am
Closed parks: Curracabundi National Park closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Curracabundi National Park is closed for ground pest control operation
Curracabundi National Park (Rockglen, Lea Hurst. Monkeycot, Karamea precincts) is closed 9am, Monday 2 February 2026 to 1030am, Tuesday 30 June 2026 for a ground pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Barrington Tops Area Office 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Mon 23 Dec 2024, 9.57am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 10.01am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 10.29am
Closed parks: Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve closed due to unsafe access
Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve is closed until further notice due to unsafe access to area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Tue 4 Nov 2025, 5.25pm to Mon 29 Jun 2026, 5.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 10.41pm
Closed parks: The Glen Nature Reserve closed due to landslips and flood damage
The Glen Nature Reserve is closed until further notice to allow contractors to undertake landslip remediation. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.
NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.
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Applies from Tue 5 Aug 2025, 12.07pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 12.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 12.13pm
Closed areas: Flat Rock Lookout - Closed for Visitor Safety
Flat Rock Lookout is closed for visitor safety until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 9 Jul 2024, 3.50pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 12.13pm
Closed areas: Newbys Creek Walk and Caves - Closed for Visitor Safety
Newbys Creek Walk and Caves are closed for visitor safety until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 11.22am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Apr 2026, 7.45am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to severe weather damage.
Some parts of this park are closed from Thursday 29th May 2025 until further notice due to severe weather damage. The closed areas are:
- Mount Royal Road
- Youngville Campground
- Pieries Peak Walking Track
- Carrow Brook Walking Track
Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 11.24am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 9.53am
Other planned events: No firepits provided at Crowdy Gap campground
Visitors are advised that for safety reasons firepits have been removed from Crowdy Gap campground.
Fires are not permitted on the ground. If you choose to have a fire you must bring your own portable fire pit or brazier. Braziers can be hired from Diamond Head campground if required.
Visitors must also bring in their own firewood and be aware of fire regulations and any park or total fire bans in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Tue 9 Dec 2025, 10.23am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 10.00am
Closed areas: Scrub Bird Walking Track Closed
The Scrub Bird walking track is closed until further notice due to a significant tree fall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Port Macquarie NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Wed 19 Nov 2025, 9.17am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 10.02am
Closed areas: Rawson Falls Walking Trail closure
Part of the Rawson Falls Walking Trail remains closed due to extensive damage caused by the May 2025 major flood event. Sections of the trail are affected by dangerous trees, and a significant landslip has occurred on the track leading to the base of the waterfall.
The picnic area as well as the top section of the walking trail to the lookout platform are open.
The section of trail below the lookout will remain closed while planning approvals and procurement are completed to remediate the landslip.
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Applies from Tue 4 Nov 2025, 1.53pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 8.45am
Safety alerts: Williams Top Rd - 4WD recommended in wet conditions
Williams Top Rd (in Chichester State Forest) has been reopened, allowing vehicle access to Lagoon Pinch Picnic Area (start of the Corker Trail). However, 4WD is recommended in wet conditions due to slippery surfaces. Drivers should be experienced and well prepared as mobile coverage in the area is limited.
For more information contact NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212.
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Applies from Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.25pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 9.20pm
Closed areas: Ngambaa Feral Predator Free Area - Closed Roads
Construction is complete on the Ngambaa Feral Predator-Free Area which has necessitated the closure of roads in the reserve for visitor safety.
Cedar Park picnic area will remain open and available for visitor access.
The following roads are subject to permanent closure as part of the construction and operation of the feral predator free area:
- Wittigs Road
- parts of Stockyard Creek Road
- Seams Road
- Jacks Road
- Buds Crossing Road
Construction works were completed in August and the 23k of fencing is complete.
Construction works have included:
- clearing the fence corridor
- building the fence
- installing bridge and culvert crossings.
Closed areas: Closed for ground pest control operations
Pest animal control shooting operations will also occur in these areas
Shooting operations will occur on select nights throughout this period. The operations will run from sunset to sunrise in areas that are closed for public access.
Information regarding the project can be obtained via the following link: https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/topics/parks-reserves-and-protected-areas/park-management/return-of-threatened-and-declining-species/ngambaa-feral-predator-free-area
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900
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Applies from Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Feb 2026, 7.43am
Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground - Boobook section permanently closed
The Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground has permanently closed due to flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4720-6200.
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Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 2.39pm to Fri 24 Jul 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Mar 2026, 10.15am
Closed areas: West End Trail - New England NP - Closed.
West End Trail in New England NP permanently closed due to multiple bridges out.
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Applies from Thu 28 Dec 2023, 7.31am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 8.41am
Closed areas: Burraga Swamp Walk Closed
Burraga Swamp walking track is currently inaccessible to vehicles due to closure of Mt Allyn Rd. Forestry Corporation of NSW has closed the road due to a failed bridge. The reopening date is not known at this stage. For more information, phone Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.37am
Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park
Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It's been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access.
Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300.
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