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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 1.19pm to Fri 4 Jul 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 1.21pm
Mitchell park is closed due to wet weather
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Cumberland Area Office on 02 4580 2750.
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 12.10pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 12.38pm
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected over the next few days associated with an east coast low. Visitors are warned that roads and walking tracks could be slippery, flooded and impassable. Areas, tracks and roads could be closed at short notice. There is also a increased risk of treefall and landslides in such conditions.
Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 10.26am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 10.29am
Deep Pass Canyon is closed due to predicted heavy rainfall. Closure will remain in place until conditions have been assessed as safe.
Deep Pass Campground will remain open and available for bookings.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on (02) 6336 6200
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 10.30am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 10.26am
Pipeline Walking Track is closed due to predicted heavy rainfall. Closure will remain in place until conditions have been assessed as safe.
Newnes Campgrounds will remain open and available for bookings. Walk-in access only from Old Coach Road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on (02) 6336 6200.
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 10.02am to Thu 3 Jul 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 10.10am
All tracks and trails are closed due to ongoing extreme weather.
Roads remain open. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 10.06am to Wed 2 Jul 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 10.10am
Bobbin Inn cafe will be closed Tuesday 1 July and Wednesday 2 July 2025 due to severe weather conditions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.56am
The Basin campground and picnic area is closed due to ongoing extreme weather.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.45am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.49am
All tracks and trails in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park are closed due to ongoing extreme weather.
Roads remain open. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.28am to Thu 3 Jul 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.32am
The following areas are closed from Tuesday 1 July 2025 to Thursday 3 July 2025 inclusive due to predicted rainfall and flooding of the Hawkesbury River and adjacent waterways:
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.11pm to Fri 10 Oct 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.16pm
Somersby Falls walking track, including access to the middle and bottom waterfalls will be closed from 30 June to 10 October 2025 while the track is upgraded.
The picnic area and carpark will remain open during the works.
Consider visiting the nearby Girrakool picnic area less than 5 minutes away which also has waterfalls, walking tracks and a well established picnic area.
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 Fri 2 May 2025, 7.00am to Sun 30 Nov 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.38am
Work has commenced on the upgrade of the Newnes to Four Ways walking track – part of the Glow Worm Tunnel to Newnes walking track. Please be aware of workers and materials on the walking track and take care around all work sites. Please follow any directions from staff onsite.
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 8.00am to Wed 2 Jul 2025, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 7.53am
Forecast heavy rainfall may cause flooding of areas in Watagans, Brisbane Water and Wyrrabalong National Parks and Munmorah and Jilliby State Conservation Areas.
Creek crossings may become impassable with fast flowing water and increased water levels following heavy rainfall.
People planning to visit these parks are urged to check for closures, emergency warnings and severe weather updates from the Bureau of Meteorology and State Emergency Service before heading out.
Remember, it’s never safe to walk, ride or drive through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 6.00am to Wed 2 Jul 2025, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 29 Jun 2025, 4.00pm
The following sections of the Great North Walk are closed from 6am Tuesday 1 July to 8pm Wednesday 2 July 2025 due to forecast flooding:
Creek crossings may become impassable with fast flowing water and increased water levels following heavy rainfall.
People planning to visit Brisbane Water National Park are urged to check for closures, emergency warnings and severe weather updates from the Bureau of Meteorology and State Emergency Service before heading out.
Remember, it’s never safe to walk, ride or drive through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Fri 23 May 2025, 10.15am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Jun 2025, 1.14pm
The section of Glow Worm Tunnel walking track from the Glow Worm Tunnel exit to the 'four ways' intersection, Wolgan Valley will remain closed until further notice.
Recent heavy rainfall has caused landslips along this section of Glow Worm Tunnel walking track.
The Glow Worm Tunnel can still be accessed via the Glow Worm Tunnel carpark. Newnes Industrial Ruins and the Newnes Campgrounds can only be accessed via the Pipeline Track from Glen Davis or by Old Coach Road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra Area Office on (02) 6336 6200.
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Applies from Mon 17 Feb 2025, 10.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jun 2025, 9.18am
The Talisman Gallery at Hartley Historic Site is closed from Monday 17 February 2025 until further notice.
For more information, please contact Hartley Visitor Centre on 02 6355 2117.
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Applies from Fri 31 Jan 2025, 10.14pm to Fri 1 Aug 2025, 2.15am. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Jun 2025, 8.42am
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 Saturday 1 February 2025 and Thursday 31 July 2025 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
Please don’t touch baits or ejector devices. All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.
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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 or the Lane Cove area office on 02 8448 0400 (business hours). Alternatively, call the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.49pm to Tue 30 Sep 2025, 8.50pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.14am
Berowra walking track is partially closed from Apple Tree Bay to the Mt-Ku-ring-gai access track until further notice. There is a threat of rockfalls due to slope instability caused by recent weather events. NPWS is in the process of carrying out necessary repair works.
Berowra walking track from Berowra Station to Mt 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 Fri 2 May 2025, 8.59am to Fri 1 May 2026, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Jun 2025, 1.09pm
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:
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 Wed 11 Jun 2025, 2.04pm to Fri 4 Jul 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jun 2025, 7.12am
Heartbreak Hill campground in Parr State Conservation Area is closed from Friday 6 June 2025 to Friday 4th July 2025 due to facility upgrade.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Wed 11 Jun 2025, 9.30am to Sun 14 Sep 2025, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.13am
Muogamarra Nature Reserve is only open to the public for 6 weeks every year, around spring time for pre-booked tours only. The dates for the 2025 Open Season are from Saturday 9 August to Sunday 14 September.
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 Mon 1 Jul 2024, 3.16pm to Thu 31 Jul 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 12.15pm
The following roads in this park are closed due to storm and flood damage:
Visitor areas that are currently closed include:
Gates have been locked, and signs are in place on closed roads. Expected reopening times are subject to weather delays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bulga area office.
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Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 7.48am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.13am
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 Tue 8 Apr 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 May 2025, 2.01pm
Part of Piles Creek Loop Walking Track is 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:
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 Mon 31 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Fri 29 Aug 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Jun 2025, 1.30am
Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 31 March to Friday 29 August 2025 while conservation works are being undertaken on Devine's Hill. The closed areas are:
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 Thu 7 Apr 2022, 11.17am. Last reviewed: Sun 15 Jun 2025, 11.00am
The section of Brieses fire trail between Mooney Mooney Creek and Old Mooney Dam trail is closed until further notice due to a landslip, making it unsafe for vehicles.
Signs are in place around closed areas. This area will re-open as soon as it is safe and repair works have been completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.03am to Fri 30 Jan 2026, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jun 2025, 8.37am
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, 8.09am to Fri 30 Jan 2026, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jun 2025, 8.37am
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 Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.14am to Fri 30 Jan 2026, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jun 2025, 8.37am
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, 8.15am to Fri 30 Jan 2026, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jun 2025, 8.37am
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 Thu 30 Jan 2025, 10.20am to Sun 6 Jul 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Jun 2025, 1.55pm
Mitchell Park is closed due to pest animal control shooting operations.
Shooting operations will occur on select nights throughout this period, excluding weekends and public holidays. The operations will run from sunset to sunrise, where the park will be closed for public access.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Cumberland Area Office on 02 4580 2750.
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Applies from Mon 13 Jan 2025, 5.02pm to Mon 1 Sep 2025, 5.03pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Jun 2025, 6.15pm
Fire trail maintenance and repair works will be undertaken at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area from June until September 1st, 2025. 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 Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 11.15am
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 Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.32am
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 Tue 21 May 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Sun 15 Jun 2025, 1.07pm
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 Thu 15 Dec 2022, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Mar 2025, 9.30am
North Mackerel track is permanently closed due to a potential risk of rockfalls and unstable cliff edges in the Great Mackerel Beach area.
The only designated land access to or from Great Mackerel Beach is via Mackerel track to the north, which intersects with Resolute track.
Due to land instability and risk to personal safety, there is no through or return access to or from the following places:
Please be aware of the risks associated with visiting natural areas, including rock falls, unstable edges, falling branches and interactions with wildlife.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 11.15am
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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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/ten-mile-hollow-campground/local-alerts
Dharug National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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