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Applies from Sat 11 Apr 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 12 Apr 2026, 3.22pm
Hazard reduction burns: Wheeny Gap HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 11/04/2026. The fire is called Wheeny Gap HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 29 Mar 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 12 Apr 2026, 1.28pm
Hazard reduction burns: Spring Creek HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 29/03/2026. The fire is called Spring Creek HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sat 11 Apr 2026, 3.36pm. Last reviewed: Sun 12 Apr 2026, 1.09pm
Fires - Advice: Owensdale
There is a fire in this park called Owensdale. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sat 11 Apr 2026, 3.40pm to Sun 12 Apr 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Apr 2026, 3.47pm
Closed areas: Kalkari Discovery Centre closed Sunday 12th April 2026
The Kalkari Discovery Centre will be closed on Sunday 12 April 2026 due to water supply issues. For more information, contact the Bobbin Head Visitor Centre on (02) 9472 8949.
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Applies from Thu 5 Feb 2026, 8.00am to Fri 17 Apr 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 9.44am
Closed areas: Part Somersby Falls walking track closed for upgrade
Part of Somersby Falls walking track will be closed until 6pm Friday 17 April 2026 for upgrade works.
The closure affects the section of the walking track between the Middle Falls and Bottom Falls.
The walking track to Middle Falls, the picnic area and the carpark will remain open during this time.
Fencing and signage will be in place around the closed area to ensure visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Central Coast Area Office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 9.43am
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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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 9.09am
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
- Katoomba Kiosk Reserve, Reids Plateau and Round Walk east are closed to due to Council upgrades. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Access to Furber Stairs is available from the western side of the Round Walk via Vanimans Lookout.
- 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. 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 for fire trail upgrades from Monday 18 May to Thursday 17 December. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.
- Grand Cliff Top Race - visitors to be expect large numbers of runners using the Grand Cliff Top Walk on Sunday 12th April - (From Wilson Park to Scenic World)
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 Silvia Falls due rockfall hazards. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls.
- Princes Rock walking track is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026. Princes Rock lookout is however accessible from Overcliff/Undercliff track.
- Fletchers lookout is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026.
- Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
- Evans St extension fire trail will be closed from Monday March 2 to Friday May 15 for road maintenance. There will be increased truck movements on Blaxland Road in Wentworth Falls and Evans Lookout Road in Blackheath.
- North Lawson Fire Trail and access to Empire Pass Walking track from Federica Falls will be closed for road maintenance from Tuesday 10 March to Friday 17 April (excluding weekends and public holidays).
- Bruces Walk between North Lawson Park and Kent St in Bullaburra will have temporary closures in place from Monday 16 March to Friday 17 April (excluding weekends) for road maintenance. Follow direction of staff and signage.
- Ingar Road is closed for maintenance from Wednesday 18 March to Friday 17 April (excluding weekends & public holidays).
Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road
- Green Gully precinct including Dunphys Campground and Galong Cabins is closed for road upgrade works until 11th May 2026 (weather dependent). This means there is no access to the K-2-K, Iron Pot Route, Breakfast Creek, Ironmonger Route or Bellbird Ridge Fire Trail. The road will reopen for ANZAC Day Long weekend (24,25 & 26 April) to Galong Creek crossing on Green Gully Road, after which pedestrian access will be permitted to Dunphys Campground.
- Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and part of the walking track are closed. For more information visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).
- Govetts descent and parts of Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. Valley access from Blackheath is via Horse Track.
- Braeside Walking track and fire trail will be closed from Tuesday 14th April 2026 due to Hazard Reduction activities.
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.
Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 3.30pm to Mon 13 Apr 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 3.36pm
Closed areas: PARTS OF WOLLEMI NATIONAL PARK CLOSED DUE TO HAZARD REDUCTION BURN 11.4.2026 - 13.4.2026
Closures will be in place within Wollemi National Park Due to Hazard Reduction Burning operations from Saturday 11th April to Monday 13th of April.
The Hazard Reduction Burn is:
* North of Bells Line of Road
* South of Wheeny Creek
* West of Little Wheeny Creek
The Following Trails are closed
- McMahons Fire Trail
- Wheeny Gap North Fire Trail
- Blue Gum Trail
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Massif Ridge HR. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 11.37am to Sun 31 May 2026, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 3.33pm
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 20th April – Sunday 3rd May 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
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Applies from Thu 9 Apr 2026, 2.31pm to Sun 31 May 2026, 2.31pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 3.23pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Manobalai Nature Reserve (NR), Parr State Conservation Area (SCA), Wollemi FR, Dharug NP and Yengo NP from Monday 20th April – Sunday 3rd May 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. St
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 Bulga NPWS area office for more information on 02 6574 5555
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Applies from Thu 9 Apr 2026, 2.48pm to Sun 31 May 2026, 2.48pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 3.15pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (KCR), Kanangra-Boyd NP and Mares Forest NP from Monday 20th April – Sunday 3rd May 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 Oberon NPWS area office for more information on 02 6336 6200.
Applies from Thu 2 Apr 2026, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Apr 2026, 8.09am
Closed areas: Gees Arm North fire trail closed due to hazard reduction activities
Gees Arm North fire trail is closed for hazard reduction burning from Thursday 2 April - Saturday 4 April 2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Gees Arm North HR. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.05am to Thu 30 Apr 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Apr 2026, 12.57pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Mudgee Reserves
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:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
However the following campgrounds are exempt:
Capertee National Park
- Capertee Campground
- Honeyeater Homestead
- Capertee Homestead
- Capertee Cottage
Goulburn River National Park
- Spring Gully campground
- Big River campground
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas 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.
Applies from Wed 25 Mar 2026, 9.26am to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Mar 2026, 9.28am
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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Applies from Tue 24 Mar 2026, 11.16am to Sun 10 May 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Mar 2026, 8.47am
Closed areas: Culoul Range Fire Trail Closed for Maintenance
Culoul Range Fire Trail of Wollemi National Park is closed on weekdays and weekends for maintenance from Wednesday 25th March to Sunday 10th May 2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 23 Mar 2026, 7.00am to Fri 1 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 8.58am
Other planned events: Works on Heritage Shelters
Works are being done to the heritage shelters at Bobbin Head. There should be minor impacts to visitation at times.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the North Western Sydney Area Office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Mon 25 Aug 2025, 10.33am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Mar 2026, 8.40am
Closed areas: Upper Gledhill Falls access unsafe
There is no safe location to park a vehicle on the side of McCarrs Creek Road to reach Upper Gledhills Falls. For your own safety, climbing and abseiling are prohibited here. Please visit Duckholes picnic area instead.
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Applies from Mon 16 Feb 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Apr 2026, 7.50am
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.
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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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Applies from Sat 6 Dec 2025, 4.23pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Apr 2026, 7.51am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to bushfire damage
Some parts of this park are closed due to bushfire impacts. The closed areas are:
- The section of the park east of Koolewong Fire Trail to Nimbin Road and Glenrock Parade
- The section of the park north of Parks Bay Fire Trail to Glenrock Parade
Koolewong and Parks Bay Fire Trails will remain open.
The area will reopen after risk assessments and mitigation works are complete.
Do not enter the closed areas - Penalties apply for non-compliance
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Applies from Mon 24 Nov 2025, 7.00am to Fri 1 May 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Mar 2026, 9.17am
Closed areas: Area closed for conservation works
The Devines Hill section of the Old Great North Road is closed from Monday 24 November to Friday 1 May 2026 while conservation works are being undertaken.
The Devines Hill section is from Settlers Road to Shepherds Gully Road. Alternate entry points to the Old Great North Road via Finchs Line and Shepherds Gully Road remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Signage installed on closed section. For more information, contact the Wollemi - Yengo Area Office - (02) 6574 5555.
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Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 9.31am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Mar 2026, 10.13am
Closed areas: Hawke Head Drive and Tallow Beach campground closed for roadworks
Hawke Head Drive in Bouddi National Park will be closed for roadworks from the week starting 16 February 2026 for 8 weeks (weather permitting). Contractors will be working from 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
It will be closed to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists for this time, including weekends. Tallow Beach campground will also be closed to campers for the duration of the works. This is to ensure visitor safety around machinery and active work zones.
The works are focused on improving the road surface conditions, drainage and sealing the visitor carpark.
Take note of the access information for areas that remain open.
- Flannel Flower walking track, Box Head track and Tallow Beach trail will remain open during the roadworks. However, you will need to access these trails via the Lobster Beach Track.
- Private property access for residents on Hawke Head Drive will not be affected. Residents should drive carefully as there will be increased vehicle movements and traffic control in place on select days.
For more information, email the local NPWS office or call on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Sat 31 Jan 2026, 10.52pm to Sat 1 Aug 2026, 2.53am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jan 2026, 8.51am
Other planned events: 1080 pest management operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 February and 31 July 2026 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
All baiting locations are identifiable by signs. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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 location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
For more information, contact the local park office on:
- Forestville 9451 3479 or Lane Cove 8448 0400 (business hours)
- NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)
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Applies from Fri 12 Dec 2025, 12.35pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Apr 2026, 4.31pm
Safety alerts: Howes Trail road condition – experienced 4WD only
Due to recent weather, Howes trail from Putty Road to Yango Track is rough and severely eroded. Experienced 4WD only. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555 or NSW Crown Lands 1300 886 235
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Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.49pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.50pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Apr 2026, 11.08am
Closed areas: Berowra walking track partial closure
Berowra walking track is partially closed from Apple Tree Bay to the Mount Ku-ring-gai access track until further notice. There continues to be a threat of rockfalls and foreshore slumps due to slope instability caused by previous weather events. NPWS is updating detailed assessments to undertake essential repair works.
Berowra walking track from Berowra Station to Mount Ku-ring-gai remains open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2025, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Sun 29 Mar 2026, 8.47am
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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Applies from Mon 15 Sep 2025, 4.30pm to Wed 2 Sep 2026, 2.25pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 8.58am
Closed parks: Muogamarra Nature Reserve closed
Muogamarra Nature Reserve is only open to the public for 6 weeks every year, around spring time.
Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access is restricted at other times to approved educational and research activities only.
For more information about the reserve, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.03am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 9.21am
Closed parks: Spectacle Island Nature Reserve closed
Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access to Spectacle Island Nature Reserve 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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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.15am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 9.24am
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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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.14am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 9.24am
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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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.09am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 9.23am
Closed parks: Long Island Nature Reserve closed
Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access to Long Island Nature Reserve 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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Applies from Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Feb 2026, 7.43am
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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Applies from Fri 2 May 2025, 8.59am to Fri 1 May 2026, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Apr 2026, 9.17am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Friday 2 May 2025 to Friday 1 May 2026 in the following areas:
- Abercrombie River National Park
- Abercrombie River State Conservation Area
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park
- Blue Mountains National Park (southern section)
- Wollemi National Park (Wolga)
- Gardens of Stone National Park
- Jenolan Karst Conservation Area
- Turon National Park
- Marrangaroo 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 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.
For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 7.48am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.13am
Safety alerts: Yengo National Park road conditions - 4WD recommended
Roads in Yengo National Park are currently not suitable for 2WD vehicles, 4WD is highly recommended. Roads are rough and eroded due to recent May flooding event. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Sun 15 Feb 2026, 6.07pm
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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Applies from Tue 21 May 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Apr 2026, 1.39pm
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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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Sun 15 Feb 2026, 6.07pm
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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