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Applies from Fri 21 Feb 2025, 3.27pm to Fri 30 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 12.55pm
Closed areas: Closed Areas: Notice of Management Program temporary closure – Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be closing the below visitor areas on the Barrington Tops plateau area from Thursday 20th February to Friday 30th May 2024 (including weekend days) in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area for management operation:
- Butchers Swamp Trail
- Paddys Ridge Trail
Do Not Enter. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Closure notices will be placed at all visitor areas and relevant access points.
We appreciate your patience while this important work is carried out. If you would like any further information about closures, please contact conservation.barringtontops@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Thu 17 Apr 2025, 3.24pm to Mon 28 Apr 2025, 3.25pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 12.04pm
Closed areas: Double Barrel Track
Double Barrel Track is closed due to safety concerns, essential track maintenance will be undertaken.
For the safety of contractors and staff please respect the closure during works.
For further information please contact the Lower Hunter Area Office (4946 4100).
Thank you for your assistance.
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Applies from Wed 16 Apr 2025, 11.34am. Last reviewed: Sat 19 Apr 2025, 2.07pm
Safety alerts: Unsafe swimming conditions
With expected large swells this Easter Long Weekend, Please do not swim or enter the water along the unpatrolled beach on Tomaree National Park and Worimi Conservation Lands. These beaches include:
- Zenith Beach,
- Wreck Beach,
- Box Beach,
- Samurai Beach and,
- Stockton Beach
Tragically, people have drowned while swimming at several locations at these beaches.
Many of the beaches are remote, unpatrolled and have dangerous rip, currents, unexpected large waves and sudden drop offs. Ocean conditions can change rapidly.
Mobile phone service is also limited. You may not be able to call for help if you need it.
NPWS recommends swimming at patrolled beaches between the red and yellow flags at the following locations:
- Birubi Point
- Anna Bay
- One Mile Beach
- Fingal Beach
We want everyone to enjoy their visit and to return home safely.
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Applies from Thu 17 Apr 2025, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 11.51am
Closed areas: Mountain Bike Trackl Alert Glenrock SCA
Due to the recent rain, NPWS advises riders to not use the Mountain Bike Track network due to the wet conditions
Using wet or muddy tracks causes damage.
Please help protect our tracks by riding on Management Trails in wet conditions or after rain events.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS office 02) 4946 4100
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Applies from Wed 16 Apr 2025, 7.00am to Thu 24 Apr 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Apr 2025, 2.45pm
Closed areas: Banksia Fire Trail Glenrock
Banksia Fire Trail will be periodically closed for maintenance from Wed 16/04/2025 to Thursday 24/04/2025
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4946 4100.
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Applies from Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.50am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Apr 2025, 8.37am
Closed parks: Karuah National Park - Entire Park Closure
Karuah National Park is closed until further notice due to infrastructure repair works on Hobart Forest Road and recent storm damage causing the deterioration of conditions on the remaining access road; Witt Road. This closure effects the following parts of Karuah National Park:
- Tattersalls Campground
- Double Wharf Picnic Area
Karuah National Park will re-open when access road conditions are safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 2.48pm to Mon 26 May 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Apr 2025, 3.07pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Hunter Wetlands National Park from 14 April 2025 to 26 May 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
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 Lower Hunter NPWS Area Office for more information on (02) 4946 4100.
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Applies from Thu 3 Apr 2025, 11.10am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Apr 2025, 8.39am
Other incidents: Tomaree Head - Wet Weather Safety Alert
Tomaree Head Summit Walk lower section can be very slippery in wet weather. Visitors have fallen over on their way down the mountain. Please take extra care on the lower section especially during or after wet weather.
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Applies from Fri 28 Mar 2025, 12.43pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 12.58pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Apr 2025, 10.45am
Other planned events: Neranie Road closed for upgrade June 2025
Neranie Road in Myall Lakes National Park will be closed for upgrade works from 10 June to 30 June 2025.
The following areas will be closed during this time:
- Neranie campground and picnic area
- Hearts Point picnic area
- Neranie boat ramp
For more information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.
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Applies from Mon 31 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Fri 30 May 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 18 Apr 2025, 7.43am
Closed areas: Notice of temporary closure - Little Murray Campground, Barrington Tops NP
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be temporarily closing Little Murray Campground, Little Murray Trail and Narrow Plain Trail on the Barrington Tops plateau from Monday 31 March to Friday 30 May 2025 (including weekend days) for a park management program to address a public safety risk.
Do Not Enter. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Closure notices will be placed at all visitor areas and relevant access points.
We appreciate your patience while this important work is carried out. For further information about these closures, please contact conservation.barringtontops@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Thu 28 Dec 2023, 7.31am. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Mar 2025, 5.01pm
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 Tue 25 Mar 2025, 4.00pm to Fri 19 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 3.42pm
Safety alerts: Feral Cat 1080 program - Gloucester Tops
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is undertaking a Felixer feral cat pest management program the Gloucester Tops part of the park from Friday 28 March 2025 to Friday 19 September 2025.
This program is designed to minimise the impact of feral cats on wildlife, especially the endangered rufous scrub-bird and broad-toothed rat. There will be signs at all baiting locations.
The operation will involve the use Felixer 1080 cartridges, containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison, dispensed by a Felixer unit, for the control of feral cats.
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 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 Barrington Tops area office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 13 Mar 2025, 1.37pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 8.28am
Safety alerts: Williams Top Rd - 4WD recommended in wet conditions
Williams Top Rd in Chichester State Forest has been impacted by recent, heavy rain. 4WD vehicles are recommended during wet conditions. Please contact the Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300 or the Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212 for more information on accessing the Corker Trail or upper Rocky Crossing Walk.
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Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Mar 2025, 5.56pm
Closed areas: Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site closed
The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site is closed to pedestrian access for public safety reasons. Please do not enter the site under any circumstances.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 3.54pm to Wed 11 Jun 2025, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 4.05pm
Closed parks: The Glen Nature Reserve closed for Fire Access and Fire Trail Upgrades (FAFT)
The Glen Nature Reserve will be closed until May 2025 to allow contractors to undertake trail upgrade works. 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 Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Sat 29 Mar 2025, 10.07am
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 due to track construction and environmental assessments.
Penalties may apply for non-compliance.
Yacaaba Spit track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.
For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.11am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 18 Apr 2025, 7.43am
Safety alerts: Visitor Safety Alert: Feral Horses
Feral horses move through this campground day and night. Campers at Little Murray and Polblue campgrounds 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.
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Applies from Fri 21 Feb 2025, 3.18pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.19pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Apr 2025, 11.07am
Closed parks: Berrico Nature Reserve closed for Fire Access and Fire Trail Upgrades (FAFT)
Berrico Nature Reserve will be closed until June 2025 to allow contractors to undertake trail upgrade works. 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 12 Oct 2022, 1.10pm to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Apr 2025, 2.10pm
Closed areas: Ferny Creek Campground Closed
Ferny Creek campground is closed until further notice due to a collapsed bridge on the access road.
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Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 6.30am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 11.50am
Safety alerts: Periodic closures of Tomago Precinct for deer control shooting operation
Parts of Hunter Wetlands National Park may be closed within a date range of 6:30am Monday 5th August 2024 to 11:00pm Monday 30th June 2025 for deer control shoot operations preventing localised economic impacts and protecting biodiversity assets within the park.
When active the shoot operation area will be delineated by signage advising visitors “do not enter” at any time during the night time operation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, call the local park office on 02 4946 4100 or email npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Fri 27 Sep 2024, 9.28am to Sat 31 May 2025, 9.28am. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 8.17am
Closed areas: 4WD Trail Closures
Some 4WD trails remain closed after the annual seasonal closure period (from 1 June to 30 September) due to trail conditions. The following 4WD trails remain closed:
- Tugalow trail
- Thunderbolts trail - between Barrington Tops Forest Road and Pheasants Creek Road
- Barrington Trail (south), after the Junction Pools campground turnoff.
This closure does not affect public vehicle access to Polblue, Gummi Falls, Devils Hole, Horse Swamp, Little Murray, or Junction Pools campgrounds.
Walkers and mountain bikers are still permitted to utilise these trails while they are 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 Wed 30 Oct 2024, 2.28pm to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jan 2025, 10.12am
Closed areas: The Welcome Mangrove Walk, Ash Island is closed due to damage
The Welcome Mangrove Walk of Ash Island, Hunter Wetlands NP is closed due to damage, from Monday 26th August until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Shortland office on 4946 4100.
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Applies from Tue 14 Dec 2021, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 9.18am
Closed areas: Box Beach carpark night closure
Box Beach carpark is closed to vehicles from 10pm to 5am daily. The gate will be locked during these times.
The Box Beach access road is also closed to vehicles during this period.
A fee will be charged for vehicles exiting after 10pm. Please call Certis Security on 1300 370 145 for assistance. For more information, please contact the local Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Thu 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Feb 2025, 8.35am
Closed areas: Little Mountain campground and Little Mountain Road closed for repair
Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while Little Mountain Road is being repaired. The road is impassable.
Barricades are in place around the closed areas. Tattersalls campground and Double Wharf picnic area remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 29 Dec 2023, 2.47pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.36am. Last reviewed: Wed 31 Jul 2024, 9.28am
Safety alerts: Dangerous water conditions
Please do not swim or enter the water at Stockton Beach in the Worimi Conservation Lands. Tragically, people have drowned while swimming here.
The beach is remote, unpatrolled and has dangerous rip currents, unexpected large waves and sudden drop offs. Ocean conditions can change rapidly.
Mobile phone service is also limited here - you may not be able to call for help if you need it.
SWIM BETWEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS AT BIRUBI POINT SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB AT ANNA BAY.
We want everyone to enjoy their visit - and to return home safely.
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Applies from Fri 17 Dec 2021, 7.22pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Mar 2025, 8.30am
Safety alerts: Wallingat campground access
Wallingat campground access is off The Lakes Way via Sugar Creek Road and River Road. Do not use Barbies Road or Link Road which are inaccessible to vehicles.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 27 Dec 2022, 12.56pm to Mon 1 Dec 2025, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Feb 2025, 9.10am
Closed areas: Mungo track detour due to flood damage
The boardwalk between Tamboi trail and Brambles Green campground is permanently closed due to flood damage.
Walkers on the Mungo Track can take the detour at Mungo Brush. Please follow the walking track to the beach and then walk south for 4km. Take the slashed management trail which connects the beach to Mungo Brush Road to re-join the Mungo Track.
For further information, please call Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 8 Jun 2023, 6.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 10.32am
Safety alerts: Damaged Bridge on Lone Pine Rd
Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Drews Road in Wallaroo State Forest is closed while damage to a bridge is being repaired.
The Common picnic area is still accessible by 4WD only, from Limeburners Creek Road via Callaghans Trail and Lone Pine Rd.
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Applies from Wed 31 May 2023, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 1.19pm
Safety alerts: Use caution for beach front driving
Beach driving conditions remain variable due to changing swell, tides and weather conditions. Drivers are advised to exercise caution when driving and to check conditions before travel.
Please remember to:
- Look out for soft sand, erosion, wash outs and drop-offs.
- Avoid driving through sea water, foam or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly. Several vehicles on this beach have ended up in the ocean or swamped by water.
- Check conditions before arriving, and if in doubt save your visit for another day.
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over the frontal dune or any vegetation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 from 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 8.15am
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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