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Applies from Wed 5 Nov 2025, 2.52pm to Fri 14 Nov 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 8.18am
Safety alerts: Neranie road works
The entrance road to Naranie campground, boat ramp and picnic areas (Neranie Road) in Myall Lakes National Park is undergoing maintenance. Visitors should also expect minor traffic disruptions and visitors are reminded to drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control.
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 4 Nov 2025, 5.25pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 5.37pm
Closed parks: The Glen Nature Reserve closed due to landslips and flood damage
The Glen Nature Reserve is closed until further notice to allow contractors to undertake landslip remediation. 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 Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 3.22pm
Closed areas: Flood affected areas within Myall Lakes National Park
The following areas in Myall Lakes National Park are temporarily closed due to flood impact:
- Multiple campgrounds and associated picnic areas (see list of affected areas)
- Yagon Road
- Gas barbecues at Neranie and Mungo Brush picnic areas.
NPWS is working towards reopening these areas as soon as possible.
For more information, call the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
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Applies from Wed 8 Oct 2025, 11.39am to Fri 21 Nov 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Nov 2025, 3.33pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 13 October to 27 October 2025 in the following reserves:
- Barrington Tops National Park/State Conservation Area
- Towarri National Park / Wingen Maid Nature Reserve / Cedar Brush Nature Reserve
- Wallabadah Nature Reserve
- Woolooma National Park
- Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve/National Park
- Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve/State Conservation Area
- Curracabundi National Park/State Conservation Area, Bretti Nature Reserve, Mernot Nature Reserve, Watchimbark Nature Reserve, Woko National Park, Monkeycot Nature Reserve, Coneac State Conservation Area, Camels Hump Nature Reserve, Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
- Copeland Tops State Conservation Area
- Berrico Nature Reserve
- The Glen Nature Reserve
- Barakee National Park
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 authorised entrances to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and most other NPWS managed land. 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 NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Scone Office on 02 6540 2300 for more information.
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Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 11.05am to Fri 14 Nov 2025, 11.05am. Last reviewed: Sat 1 Nov 2025, 11.11am
Closed areas: Tomaree Coastal Walk - Big Rocky to Boulder Bay (Fingal)
The Big Rocky to Boulder Bay section of Tomaree Coastal Walk of Tomaree NP is closed for walking trac k maintenance from Monday 3 November to Friday 14 November. The track will be open on Saturday / Sunday.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 8.18am
Other incidents: National Parks picnic and campground gas barbecues not available at Neranie campground
No NPWS supplied gas barbecues are operational at Neranie campground and picnic areas due to recent storm damage. Visitors are advised to bring their own portable gas barbecues when visiting the area.
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Applies from Wed 8 Oct 2025, 11.17am to Sat 29 Nov 2025, 11.47am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Oct 2025, 11.54am
Safety alerts: Samurai Beach Open - Avoid Beach Driving 1 hour each side of High Tide
Visitors are advised that the Samurai Beach Access and beach front driving have reopened.
Take CAUTION 1 hour either side of High tide when traversing the beachfront.
Please remember to:
- Check the local tide information guide before accessing the beach https://www.tideschart.com/Australia/New-South-Wales/Port-Stephens-Shire/Nelson-Bay/
- Check conditions before arriving, and if in doubt, save your trip for another day.
- Avoid driving through seawater, foam, or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly.
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over or behind the frontal dune or on any vegetation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Anna 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 Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.41pm to Fri 12 Dec 2025, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 12.42pm
Safety alerts: Worimi Conservation Lands Op en - Take Care when traversing the beachfront
Visitors are advised that beach front driving has reopened in the Worimi Conservation Lands.
Take caution at a pinch point 14km to 16km south of the Gan Gan entry, and do not attempt to drive this section if less than 2 hours before or after high tide.
Please remember to:
- Look out for storm debris, soft sand, erosion, washouts and drop-offs,
- Avoid driving through seawater, foam or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly.
- Check conditions before arriving, and if in doubt save your trip for another day.
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over or behind the frontal dune or on 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 5 Jun 2025, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Sun 26 Oct 2025, 10.19am
Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Wallingat National Park
Multiple walking tracks in Wallingat National Park are closed until further notice due to storm and flood damage:
- Cabbage Palm & Coachwood loop track
- Double Wharf Trail
- Sugar Creek Trail
For further information please contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Sat 4 Oct 2025, 7.00am to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Oct 2025, 11.04am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 13th October 2025 to 27th October 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Barakee National Park, Barrakee State Conservation Area, Biriwal Bulga National Park, Bugan Nature Reserve, Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park, Goonook Nature Reserve, Talawahl Nature Reserve, Tapin Tops National Park and Wallamba Nature Reserve.
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 NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office for more information on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Fri 1 Aug 2025, 10.13am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 10.20am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Oct 2025, 6.05pm
Closed parks: Corrie Island Nature Reserve closed for shorebird nesting season
Corrie Island Nature Reserve is closed from Friday 1 August 2023 to Sunday 31 March 2026 for the protection of beach-nesting shorebirds.
Corrie Island is an important breeding site for endangered little terns and pied oystercatchers. The island is closed to visitors for the duration of the nesting season to reduce disturbance that can cause egg or chick deaths.
During the closure period visitors may not land anywhere on Corrie Island, and only NPWS staff and authorised volunteers are allowed on the island. Pest control activities may be undertaken on the island during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local park office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.43am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Sep 2025, 10.17am
Closed areas: Little Mountain campground and Little Mountain Road closed for repair
Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while repairs and upgrades to the campground are being planned and delivered.
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 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Aug 2025, 10.22am
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.
Yacaaba Spit track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.
Penalties may apply for non-compliance. For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Oct 2025, 6.04pm
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 Wed 12 Oct 2022, 1.10pm to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Oct 2025, 12.04pm
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 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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