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Applies from Mon 1 Aug 2022, 1.26pm to Sun 30 Apr 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Mar 2023, 10.31am
Safety alerts: Unsealed council access roads in variable condition
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 6 Mar 2023, 1.30pm to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Mar 2023, 10.30am
Closed areas: Belah Campground closure
Belah campground is closed until further notice.
The closure is due to cultural site protection works being conducted on the Mungo Self-Guided Drive Tour road.
These works have been delayed by weather and difficulties with getting materials to the area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 6 Mar 2023, 1.40pm to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Mar 2023, 9.53am
Closed areas: Mungo self-guided drive part closure
The Mungo self-guided drive is closed at Red Top lookout to the Zanci pastoral loop. No access is permitted beyond Red Top lookout.
This is due to road works being undertaken to protect cultural sites and to make improvements to the road surface.
The Mungo self-guided drive sections that are open are from the Mungo Visitors Centre to Red Top lookout and from Zanci Pastoral loop to the Mungo Visitors Centre.
These works will take time to complete.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 20 Mar 2023, 12.18pm to Sun 30 Apr 2023, 12.20pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Mar 2023, 12.28pm
Closed areas: Murray Valley Regional Park, Deniliquin precinct areas closed due to flooding
The following areas are closed from 20 August 2022 to 31 April 2023 due to widespread flooding:
Closed attractions include:
- Deniliquin mountain bike trails
- Muna/Lagoon campground
- Lip-Lip-Wil/Yabby campground
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 4.04pm to Fri 28 Apr 2023, 4.04pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Mar 2023, 1.43pm
Closed areas: Murray Valley Regional Park, Bama precinct Campground closures
Camping in the Murray Valley Regional Park, Bama precinct is closed due to recent flooding. Bookings can be made at other nearby Campgrounds Benarca campgrounds | NSW National Parks.
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Applies from Wed 8 Feb 2023, 9.00am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Mar 2023, 9.01am
Closed areas: Walls Day Use Area Toilet Closed for Upgrade
The Walls day use area toilet is closed for an upgrade from Wednesday 8 February 2023 until Friday 31 March 2023. Alternate toilets are available at Mungo Visitors Centre and Mungo Lookout.
For more information, contact local office.
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Applies from Mon 29 Aug 2022, 8.00am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Mar 2023, 11.35am
Other planned events: Visitor facility upgrades
The following visitor attractions will undergo upgrades over the coming months but will remain open:
- Main campground
- Walls carpark
- Walls carpark amenities
- Walls boardwalk access
- Zanci Woolshed carpark
- Mungo Lakebed bike loop
- Mungo Visitor Centre
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 Tue 16 Aug 2022, 10.18am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 10.18am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Mar 2023, 1.43pm
Closed areas: Areas closed due to flooding
The following precincts and campgrounds remain closed due to flood damage:
Boomanoomana precinct
Woperana precinct
Many roads in the areas listed above are still closed and impassable due to fallen trees and changes to road conditions.
Campgrounds will re-open as soon as they are safe. As campgrounds become available they must be booked via our website Murray Valley campgrounds | NSW National Parks.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Thu 13 Oct 2022, 4.12pm to Sun 30 Apr 2023, 4.13pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Mar 2023, 2.01pm
Closed areas: Benarca precinct is open to camping, two areas remain closed due to flood water
Benarca precinct has been opened to camping. Two of nine Campgrounds areas are still affected by floodwater and access roads are closed. There are 98 camp sites available for booking, Benarca campgrounds | NSW National Parks
Remember it is never safe to drive through flood waters. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please contact the Griffith office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Tue 28 Feb 2023, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Feb 2023, 11.13am
Safety alerts: Roads damaged due to flooding
Many access roads in this park have been affected by flooding from the Murray River. Roads may be slippery with uneven surfaces when exposed by receding flood water.
Be cautious accessing the park as roads may still be blocked from flood debris.
Remember, it's never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you'll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through most areas in this park.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Buronga office on 03 5021 8900.
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Applies from Mon 10 Oct 2022, 10.43am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Mar 2023, 8.59am
Fire bans: Park fire ban
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:
- 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 Fri 14 Oct 2022, 3.38pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 3.38pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Mar 2023, 11.51am
Closed areas: Moama 5-Mile precinct boat ramp and car park are open - other areas onsite remain closed
The Moama 5-Mile precinct boat ramp and carpark is now open, other areas remain closed due to the effects of widespread flooding.
The following attractions will remain closed:
- Dhungala Riverside walk
- Mountain bike trails
- Toilets
- Barbecues
Fencing has been installed to prevent injury, so you may need to reschedule your visit. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please contact the Griffith office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Thu 22 Dec 2022, 4.27pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Mar 2023, 10.12am
Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban begins in Riverina Area Reserves
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 Mon 10 Oct 2022, 10.57am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Mar 2023, 10.48am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Euston Regional Park
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect from midnight 10 October 2022 to midnight 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:
- 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 Mon 10 Oct 2022, 10.30am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 10.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Jan 2023, 9.17am
Fire bans: Park fire ban - Yanga and Kyalite Reserves
A park fire ban is in place in Yanga National Park, Yanga State Conservation Area and Murray Valley Regional Park (Kyalite Reserves) 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 on 0350 201764 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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