Royal National Park
Last reviewed: Wed 16 January 2019, 3.30pm
Applies from Fri 4 Jan 2019, 12.53pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Jan 2019, 3.30pm.
If you’re thinking about visiting Figure Eight Pools, stay safe and check our webpage before you go. Our new wave risk forecast tool will show you the best day and time to visit and can predict ocean conditions 4 days in advance. For more information please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
Applies from Tue 31 Dec 2019, 11.35am to Fri 31 Jan 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2020, 5.49pm
This park is closed due to active bushfires in the area. Do not enter this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Fri 17 May 2019, 3.26pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Jan 2020, 2.42pm
1. For public safety, the eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park is closed during ANZAC Rifle Range operations.
These closures may occur with little or no notice.
2. Do not enter the eastern section of the park (including Boora Point walking track) when:
3. When is the eastern section of the park closed?
These closures apply to the eastern section of the park only (Boora Point walking track).
The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) remains open.
The range operation schedule is provided by the NSW Rifle Association.
4. Contacts
To contact the ANZAC Rifle Range, call 02 9661 4532.
To contact the NPWS area office, email the Environment line or call 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Mon 30 Dec 2019, 4.04pm to Tue 4 Feb 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jan 2020, 9.32am
Royal National Park can get extremely busy in summer and some roads in the park may close when car parks become full. For up to the minute information on closures check livetraffic.com or follow our twitter feed @RoyalNPAlerts. For more information please contact Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 4 Nov 2019, 10.43am. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Jan 2020, 2.45pm
Cape Solander Drive into Kamay Botany Bay National Park will be closed to cars for the Sydney Sprint Triathlon on Saturday 18 January 2020, 5am to 9am.
The park will remain open for walkers and cyclists. Commemoration Flat will be busier than usual as the triathlon will start and finish in this area.
For more information, visit the Sydney Sprint Triathlon webpage.
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Applies from Thu 12 Sep 2019, 2.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Oct 2019, 8.07am
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:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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 Tue 27 Aug 2019, 10.48am to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 10.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Aug 2019, 10.01am
A 1080 fox baiting program is underway in Towra Point Nature Reserve, finishing on Tuesday 31 March 2020.
The program is part of the NPWS FoxTap program, and is designed to control foxes to assist in recovery of little terns and pied oystercatchers.
1080 poison can affect non-target species like domestic dogs and cats. Domestic pets, including dogs, are not permitted in national parks or reserves. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance.
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Applies from Fri 4 Jan 2019, 12.53pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Jan 2019, 3.30pm
If you’re thinking about visiting Figure Eight Pools, stay safe and check our webpage before you go. Our new wave risk forecast tool will show you the best day and time to visit and can predict ocean conditions 4 days in advance. For more information please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Fri 1 May 2015, 4.12pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Jul 2016, 1.00pm
Access across the Audley Weir may be closed due to river flooding during times of wet weather. During wet weather, NPWS advise park visitors to visit Live Traffic NSW to ascertain the status of the Weir crossing before commencing their travel to the park. During times of closure, access to Bundeena, Maianbar residential areas, Royal National Park Visitor Centre, including the Audley Dance hall and cafe, is via McKell Ave Waterfall.
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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/north-era-campground/local-alerts
Royal National Park is open 7am to 8.30pm but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Park entry fees:
$12 per vehicle per day. Seasonal ticket booths at Wattamolla and Garie Beach - cash and credit card facilities available. Please bring correct change. There's also coin and card operated pay and display machines to buy day passes.
Vehicles over 8 seats: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day). Students on educational programs: $1.10 per student. Teachers/educational supervisors: free (1 adult per 10 students).
Buy annual passFor the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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