Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Sep 2026, 11.20am

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

• Lower Fern Bower track is closed for repairs until 30 October 2026. There is no access from Leura Cascades or Cliff Drive to Leura Forest or valley tracks via Fern Bower.
• 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. There is no vehicle access to Golden Stairs trackhead. 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 9 June to 17 December 2026 for fire trail upgrades. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.  
• No access to Fortress Ridge/Canyon, Butterbox track/Canyon, Mount Hay Summit track and Lockleys Pylon walking track from 9 June to 17 December to allow for upgrade works along Mt Hay.  

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 Sylvia Falls due rockfall hazards. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls.
• Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.

Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road 

• Govetts descent and parts of Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. Valley access from Blackheath is via Horse Track.  
• Dunphys campground, Galong Cabins and Green Gully Road are closed from 12 October to 26 October while Green Gully Road works are in progress. There is no access for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclist during this time. There will be no access to the campground from Carlon Creek Track, Bellbird Ridge Fire trail, Ironmonger Track or Ironpot Track. Walkers will need to exit via Narrow Neck Trail.

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.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Blackheath lookouts driving route
  • Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
  • Blue Mountains Heritage Centre Theatrette
  • Butterbox Canyon
  • Cliff Top walking track
  • Dardanelles Pass loop walking track
  • Fortress Canyon
  • Galong cabins
  • Golden Stairs walking track
  • Govetts Leap descent
  • Govetts Leap lookout
  • Greater Blue Mountains drive
  • Leura Cascades Fern Bower circuit
  • Leura Cascades picnic area
  • Lockley Pylon walking track
  • Mount Hay Road - Leura
  • Mount Hay summit walking track
  • Mount Solitary walking track
  • Narrow Neck trail
  • National Pass
  • Pulpit walking track
  • Rodriguez Pass walking track
  • Ruined Castle walking track
  • Six Foot track
  • Wentworth Falls track
  • Wentworth Pass loop walking track

Applies from Thu 30 Jul 2026, 3.19pm to Fri 30 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 9.18am

Closed areas: Fern Bower walk partial closure

Fern Bower track is closed for track repairs from the junction of Amphitheatre track to Leura Forest until Friday 30 October 2026. There is no access from Leura Cascades to Federal Pass via Fern Bower and Leura Forest. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4787 8877.

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Sat 12 Sep 2026, 1.47pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 12 Sep 2026, 1.51pm

Other planned events: Roadworks on Bulga Trail

Roadworks will be underway on Bulga Trail from Monday 21 September to Thursday 31 December 2026.

The trails will be subjected to partial and temporary closures during this period. Access to Appletree Aboriginal Area may be periodically impacted.

The roads may be uneven and slippery during this time and very rough outside work areas. Exercise caution and drive / ride safely to the conditions and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.

For further information contact the NPWS Bulga office on (02) 6574 5555.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Sat 12 Sep 2026, 2.00pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 12 Sep 2026, 1.47pm

Other planned events: Roadworks on Hunter Main Trail

Roadworks will be underway on Hunter Main Trail from Monday 21 September to Thursday 31 December 2026.

The trails will be subjected to partial and temporary closures during this period. Access to Sheepskin Hut may be periodically impacted.

The roads may be uneven and slippery during this time and very rough outside work areas. Exercise caution and drive / ride safely to the conditions and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.

For further information contact the NPWS Bulga office on (02) 6574 5555.

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• Wollemi Flora Reserve
• Wollemi National Park
  • Sheepskin Hut campground

Applies from Fri 31 Jul 2026, 5.03pm to Fri 30 Oct 2026, 5.04pm. Last reviewed: Sat 12 Sep 2026, 1.41pm

Other planned events: Roadworks on Commission Road

Roadworks will be underway on Commission Road from Monday 18 May to Friday 30 October 2026.

The trails will be subjected to partial and temporary closures during this period. Access to Sheepskin Hut and Appletree Aboriginal Area may be periodically impacted.

The roads may be uneven and slippery during this time and very rough outside work areas. Exercise caution and drive / ride safely to the conditions and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.

For further information contact the NPWS Bulga office on (02) 6574 5555.

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• Wollemi National Park
  • Sheepskin Hut campground
• Wollemi State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 3 Sep 2026, 1.41pm to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 1.51pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Sep 2026, 2.25pm

Closed areas: Areas closed for hazard reduction burning

Some parts of this Park are closed for hazard reduction burning from Thursday 10 September to Wednesday 30 September 2026. The closed areas are:

- Whitemans Lane

- Whitemans Ridge Road

- Maculata Road

- Little Jilliby Ridge Road

- Little Jilliby Road

- Daniels Point Road and includes informal tracks that intersect with theses areas. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Maculata HR. For more information, contact Munmorah NPWS office on 49729000 or visit the Rural Fire Service website

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 16 Jun 2026, 12.55pm to Wed 16 Dec 2026, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Sep 2026, 1.20pm

Closed areas: Mount Hay Road partial closure

Mount Hay Road within Blue Mountains National Park will be closed from 9 June until 17 December 2026 to allow for major upgrade works. This includes access to Lockley's Pylon, Fortress Ridge, Butterbox Canyon, Fortress Canyon and Mount Hay and associated walking tracks. 

For further information please call the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 47878877.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Butterbox Canyon
  • Fortress Canyon
  • Lockley Pylon walking track
  • Mount Hay Road - Leura
  • Mount Hay summit walking track

Applies from Sun 30 Aug 2026, 10.08am to Thu 28 Jan 2027, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 30 Aug 2026, 10.34am

Closed areas: Areas closed intermittently for Ground Shooting for Pest Animal Control

The southern section of Kuluwan Flora Reserve and adjacent property is closed intermittently from 9am Monday 14 September 2026 to 6pm Thursday 28 January 2027 for ground shooting operations for pest animal control.

When operation is active, the shoot area will be closed to all visitors and notification signage will be in place. Do not enter closed areas during this time. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast Area office on 02 49729000.

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• Kuluwan Flora Reserve

Applies from Fri 28 Aug 2026, 7.00am to Fri 27 Nov 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Sep 2026, 8.40am

Closed areas: Blue Pool walking track

Blue Pool walking track is closed from 28 August to 27 November 2026 for upgrade works.  There is no access to Blue Pool.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4787 8877

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Blue Pool walking track

Applies from Wed 26 Aug 2026, 4.18pm to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2026, 8.32am

Closed areas: Notice of Ground Shooting for Pest Animal Control

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will conduct a ground shooting operation for pest animal control from 5pm to 5am between Wednesday 9th and Wednesday 30th September 2026 in the Watagans National Park. Areas will be closed to all visitors when shooting is underway.

Notification signs will be placed at relevant visitor entry points and closure points. Please do not enter closed areas during this time.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the Central Coast Local Area Office on (02) 4972 9000 or email npws.centralcoast@dcceew.nsw.gov.au

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Sat 14 Mar 2026, 9.30am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Aug 2026, 10.28am

Closed areas: Galong Cabins closed

Galong Cabins are closed for 2026 due to maintenance upgrades.

For more information contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Galong cabins

Applies from Fri 4 Sep 2026, 8.57am to Tue 20 Oct 2026, 9.03am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2026, 8.31am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 12 September 2026 to 20 September 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Watagans, Popran and Brisbane Water National Parks.

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 Central Coast NPWS area office for more information on 02 4320 4200.

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• Brisbane Water National Park
• Popran National Park
• Watagans National Park

Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Aug 2026, 8.41am

Closed areas: Muirs Lookout Picnic Area - Closed

Muirs Lookout Picnic Area on Prickly Ridge Road has been closed due to ageing infrastructure, obstructed lookout views to the coast and very low public visitation. Alternative picnic facilities are located nearby in Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park. Further information on other places to visit can be obtained via the NPWS or Forestry Corporation websites. 

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 16 Feb 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Sep 2026, 8.34am

Other planned events: Notice of fire trail maintenance works - Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service are undertaking fire trail maintenance works on the Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail.

Maintenance will repair damaged surfaces, drainage assets and essential trail infrastructure, as well as maintain vegetation clearances.

The trail will remain open throughout the works, though short delays may occur. Please follow all safety signage and directions from roadwork personnel.

For more information, contact the Central Coast Area Office on 02 4320 4200.

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• Brisbane Water National Park
  • Great North walk - Brisbane Water National Park
  • Patonga to Pearl Beach walking track
  • Warrah lookout
  • Warrah Trig cycling loop
  • Wondabyne to Patonga walking track

Applies from Wed 12 Aug 2026, 10.40am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 3.53pm

Safety alerts: Group camping only permitted at Mt Wondabyne remote bush camp

Group camping (more than four people) is only permitted at the Mt Wondabyne remote bush camp within Brisbane Water National Park.

Group camping is not permitted elsewhere in the park due to impacts from pollution, informal campsite creation and damage to native vegetation.

Please note: Mt Wondabyne remote bush camp is not a bookable campsite and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.

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• Brisbane Water National Park
  • Great North walk - Brisbane Water National Park

Applies from Fri 3 Jul 2026, 8.58am to Mon 2 Nov 2026, 8.59am. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Sep 2026, 9.08am

Other planned events: Conservation works on Devines Hill

Conservation works are underway on the Devines Hill section of the Old Great North Road, near Hangman's Rock. The Devines Hill section is from Settlers Road to Shepherds Gully Road.

Plant machinery will be operating from Monday to Friday. Do not approach machinery while under operation. The trail may be uneven and narrow during this time. Walk carefully and follow the directions of signs and NPWS staff and contractors.

For more information, contact the Wollemi - Yengo Area Office - (02) 6574 5555.

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

Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2026, 11.37am to Sun 4 Oct 2026, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Sep 2026, 1.55pm

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 24th August – Sunday 6th September 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

Glenbrook 02 4720 6200

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2026, 2.31pm to Sun 4 Oct 2026, 2.31pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 11.51am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Dharug National Park (NP), Koolewong Flora Reserve (FR), Manobalai Nature Reserve (NR), Parr State Conservation Area (SCA), Wollemi FR, Wollemi SCA, and Yengo NP from Monday 24th August – Sunday 6th September 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 Bulga for more information on 02 6574 5555.

Affects 6 parks and 21 locations nearby. Show list

• Dharug National Park
  • 11km walking track
  • Devines Hill loop
  • Dubbo Gully loop
  • 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
• Koolewong Flora Reserve
• Parr State Conservation Area
  • Heartbreak Hill campground
  • Womerah Range trail
• Wollemi Flora Reserve
• Wollemi State Conservation Area
• 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
  • Shepherds Gully circuit

Applies from Sat 11 Jul 2026, 10.44am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 7.56am

Closed areas: Gap Creek Forest Walk partially closed due to rockfall risk

Gap Creek Forest Walk is part closed due to the risk of landslip and rockfall.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast office on 02 4972 9000

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jul 2026, 11.50am

Closed areas: Partial closure Piles Creek Loop Walking Track

Part of Piles Creek Loop Walking Track will be closed while rockfall investigations and mitigation works are undertaken.

The closed area is between the suspension bridge and Bundilla Lookout on the western side of Piles Creek.

Areas that will remain open are:

• Piles Creek Loop Walking Track on the eastern side of Piles Creek 
• Access to the Great North Walk from Girrakool Picnic Area 
• Bundilla Lookout 

Barriers and signage are in place around the closed area.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.

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• Brisbane Water National Park
  • Girrakool picnic area
  • Piles Creek loop

Applies from Fri 12 Dec 2025, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2026, 8.32am

Closed areas: Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road Closed Due to Landslip and Rockfall

Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road is closed as it is no longer suitable for 2WD or 4WD vehicles due to risk of landslip and rockfall. This affects access from Watagans National Park to Quorrobolong. The nearest alternative access to the park is still possible via Mount Faulk Road from Cooranbong.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For further information, please contact NPWS Munmorah office on (02) 4972 9000.

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Sat 11 Apr 2026, 1.29pm. Last reviewed: Sun 20 Sep 2026, 2.44pm

Safety alerts: Road Maintenance

Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Watagans National Park. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.

Take care and drive to conditions.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Wed 25 Mar 2026, 9.26am to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Jul 2026, 10.17am

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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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Thu 3 Jul 2025, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 7.56am

Closed areas: Click Creek Fire Trail closed due to road conditions

Click Creek Fire Trail is temporarily closed as it is not suitable for 2WD or 4WD vehicles. The area will reopen as soon as it is considered safe. To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid these areas and other trails within the reserve that are potentially hazardous.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. 

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2025, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Jun 2026, 9.08am

Safety alerts: Road Maintenance

Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.

Take care and drive to conditions.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 49729000

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.15am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Sep 2026, 9.14am

Closed parks: Wisemans Ferry Historic Site closed

Due to the sensitive nature of this site, access to Wisemans Ferry Historic Site is restricted to approved research and cultural activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.

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• Wisemans Ferry Historic Site

Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.14am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Sep 2026, 9.14am

Closed parks: Maroota Historic site closed

Due to the sensitive nature of this site, access to Maroota Historic Site is restricted to approved research and cultural activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.

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• Maroota Historic Site

Applies from Fri 25 Jul 2025, 5.26pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Jul 2025, 5.28pm

Closed areas: Closed areas: Werakata State Conservation Area partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control

Small areas within Werakata State Conservation Area may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 21 July 2025 to Friday 11 September 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

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• Werakata State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 21 Jul 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Aug 2026, 12.44pm

Closed areas: Werakata National Park partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control

Small areas within Werakata National Park may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 21 July 2025 to Friday 11 September 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

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• Werakata National Park
  • Deadmans mountain bike loop

Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Sep 2026, 2.10pm

Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed

Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4720 6200.

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Sep 2026, 2.10pm

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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• Wollemi National Park
  • Wheeny Creek campground

Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 1.20pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Jul 2026, 7.50am

Safety alerts: Remote walking track conditions

Remote routes within the Kanangra Wilderness Area including Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) trail have been impacted by heavy fire regrowth and flood damage.

In some places, tracks are no longer visible and are not easy to navigate, taking longer to traverse than expected. Limited to zero water sources are currently available along routes.

If you plan to walk in the area, please ensure you have an appropriate level of experience, navigation skills and equipment including Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).

Mobile reception is limited so alternative communication methods are strongly recommended.

For more information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Tue 21 May 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Sep 2026, 9.40am

Closed areas: Warrah Trig Road closed to vehicles

Warrah Trig Road is closed to vehicles due to an increase in illegal activities throughout the area.

The road will remain closed until investigations are completed and further recommendations are made.

The road is open to pedestrians and cyclists.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Brisbane Water National Park
  • Great North walk - Brisbane Water National Park
  • Patonga to Pearl Beach walking track
  • Warrah lookout
  • Warrah Trig cycling loop
  • Wondabyne to Patonga walking track

Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Aug 2026, 8.39am

Safety alerts: Prickly Ridge Road 4WD only

The section of Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.

To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.  

For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area