Applies from Thu 26 Mar 2020, 2.47pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Aug 2020, 4.23pm

Closed areas: Closed campsites

NPWS is working to reopen all campgrounds and accommodations where possible. However, some locations need to remain closed to ensure compliance with the current rules on public gatherings or for other reasons such as fire or flood damage.

From 1 June, all reopened campgrounds and campsites will require a booking to be made before you visit.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.

Affects 2 parks and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Parr State Conservation Area
  • Heartbreak Hill campground
• Yengo National Park
  • Blue Gums campground
  • Finchley campground
  • Mountain Arm campground

Applies from Mon 3 Aug 2020, 9.49am to Thu 13 Aug 2020, 9.50am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2020, 9.47am

Safety alerts: Devines Hill conservation works

Conservation works are taking place on historic culverts on Devines Hill. Please use caution when walking on Devines Hill during the works.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Dharug National Park
  • Devines Hill loop
  • Old Great North Road - World Heritage walk

Applies from Fri 31 Jul 2020, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jul 2020, 12.00pm

Closed parks: Muogamarra Nature Reserve public access season

Muogamarra Nature Reserve will not be opened to the public this August or September 2020 to manage the risk of COVID-19 transmission. The nature reserve is a protected site so visitation is strictly limited to registered opportunities for cultural and environmental learning. Following risk assessment processes, it has been determined that the safest course of action is to suspend public access, including face-to-face guided tours in 2020.

We look forward to recommencing a public access season for this reserve in 2021.

For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for further information.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Muogamarra Nature Reserve

Applies from Wed 29 Jul 2020, 2.36pm to Sat 31 Oct 2020, 2.38pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jul 2020, 5.03pm

Closed areas: 11km walking track

11km walking track in Dharug National Park is closed. The route is hard to follow since the Three Mile Fire.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Dharug National Park
  • 11km walking track

Applies from Wed 4 Mar 2020, 8.59am. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jul 2020, 4.22pm

Closed areas: Yengo National Park - closed areas

The Big Yengo precinct in Yengo National Park is currently closed due to repair and maintenance work.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Wollemi-Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Yengo National Park
  • Big Yango House
  • Big Yango loop trail
  • Blue Gums campground
  • Mountain Arm campground

Applies from Fri 27 Mar 2020, 11.27am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jul 2020, 11.45am

Closed areas: Visitor areas closed

Many COVID-19 restrictions have now been lifted from visitor precincts and facilities. However, several tracks and trails will remain closed while upgrades and remediation works are completed. These closures include: 

• Monday 22 June 2020 until further notice - Pogsons Trig trail will be closed while upgrade and remediation works are happening
• Twin Beaches campground and toilet block remain closed until further notice while upgrade works are conducted
• Tunks Ridge campground remains closed until further notice while staff assess safety concerns 

The walking track between the end of Canoelands Ridge trail and Gentlemans Halt campground is now accessible. If you plan to visit, walk with caution as some sections of the track may be obstructed by fallen debris.

The closing of toilets and other facilities will be decided on a case-by-case basis, with necessary site assessments considering the management of health and safety risk to visitors and staff, and available resourcing to maintain facilities.

Access to sanitation products and running water cannot be guaranteed. We recommend bringing hand soap, hand wipes and toilet paper with you to maintain good hygiene as advised by the NSW Government.

Please remember to practice appropriate social distancing requirements and good hygiene. From Saturday 13 June 2020, the maximum group size for an outdoor gathering will be increasing from 10 to 20 people. Groups are still expected to maintain social distancing. If you arrive at a national park or other public space and it is too crowded to practice social distancing, it is your responsibility to leave the area. Do not wait to be instructed by NPWS or police.

For more information regarding closures, call the NPWS contact centre on 1300 072 757, or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for further information.

Affects 1 park and 5 locations nearby. Show list

• Marramarra National Park
  • Canoelands Ridge horse riding trail
  • Canoelands Ridge walking track
  • Gentlemans Halt campground
  • Marramarra Creek campground
  • Twin Beaches campground

Applies from Wed 29 Apr 2020, 7.31am to Wed 4 Nov 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jul 2020, 10.19am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an aerial and ground baiting program using meat baits, meat bait products and ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program will be continuous and ongoing from Tuesday 5 May to Wednesday 4 November 2020 in the following parks, reserves and state conservation areas:

• Capertee National Park
• Dharug National Park
• Goulburn River National Park
• Gardens of Stone National Park
• Wollemi National Park
• Yengo National Park
• Durridgere State Conservation Area
• Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area
• Parr State Conservation Area
• Yango State Conservation Area
• Wollemi State Conservation Area
• Avisford Nature Reserve
• Manobalai Nature Reserve
• Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve
• Appletree Aboriginal Area

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information please call the NPWS Bulga or Mudgee offices on 02 6574 5555 or 02 6370 9000.

Affects 3 parks and 22 locations nearby. Show list

• Dharug National Park
  • 11km walking track
  • Devines Hill loop
  • Dubbo Gully loop trail
  • Grass Tree circuit
  • Mill Creek campground
  • Mill Creek picnic area
  • Old Great North Road bike ride
  • Old Great North Road - World Heritage walk
  • Ten Mile Hollow campground
• Parr State Conservation Area
  • Heartbreak Hill campground
  • Womerah Range trail
• Yengo National Park
  • Big Yango House
  • Big Yango loop trail
  • Blue Gums campground
  • Circuit Flat walking track
  • Finchley campground
  • Finchley cultural walk
  • Finchley lookout
  • Howes trail
  • Mogo campground
  • Mountain Arm campground
  • Yango walking track

Applies from Wed 19 Feb 2020, 9.27am. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Mar 2020, 3.53pm

Safety alerts: Marramarra Ridge public access road - drive with caution

The Marramarra Ridge public access road, from Bloodwood Road to the Marramarra Ridge trail gate, should be driven slowly and with care in 2WD vehicles. The road surface has become rough and potholed due to wear and tear, compounded by impacts from heavy rains in February 2020. Roadworks are scheduled to occur prior to July 2020.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Marramarra National Park
  • Marramarra Creek campground
  • Marramarra Ridge to Smugglers Ridge walking track