Last reviewed: Thu 30 June 2022, 4.51pm
Applies from Fri 13 May 2022, 2.34pm to Mon 18 Jul 2022, 9.54am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Jun 2022, 4.51pm.
The Junction campground is closed until Friday 1 July 2022 due to wet weather and flood damage.
This closure is weather dependent and may be extended.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 7.00am to Tue 2 Aug 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jun 2022, 11.33am.
This park is closed from Monday 2 May until Tuesday 2 August 2022, due to widespread damage following rainfall and flooding in early March 2022.
Many creek crossings, roads and trails are closed and impassable due to a severe rainfall event causing dangerous conditions.
This park will re-open as soon as it is safe, after assessments and remedial works occur. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Grafton area office.
Applies from Fri 13 May 2022, 2.34pm to Mon 18 Jul 2022, 9.54am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Jun 2022, 4.51pm
The Junction campground is closed until Friday 1 July 2022 due to wet weather and flood damage.
This closure is weather dependent and may be extended.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Mon 27 Jun 2022, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 4.56pm
Platypus Flat campground and picnic area are closed until Monday 1 August 2022, so repairs can happen following numerous flooding events.
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Applies from Mon 27 Jun 2022, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 4.54pm
Cod Hole campground is closed until Monday 11 July 2022 to continue flood repairs works.
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Applies from Wed 23 Mar 2022, 9.54am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 4.40pm
The following roads are closed until at least 31 July 2022:
This is due to wet conditions and road damage from severe storms, and because the NSW Forestry Corporation is doing crossing works on Swans Road, preventing access.
This closure may be extended depending on conditions and the progress of repairs.
For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 30 Mar 2022, 9.15am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 4.35pm
Most national parks and reserves in the Coffs Coast area are closed until at least Friday 29 July 2022 due to widespread flooding and severe weather as risk assessments and repairs are undertaken.
Access to hard-roofed accommodation on-park remain open.
Access to campgrounds at Doon Goonge in Chaelundi National Park and Thungutti campgrounds in New England National Park is open.
As parks, roads and other facilities are assessed as safe, they will be reopened. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park are / may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.
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, call the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900 with any queries.
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Applies from Wed 23 Mar 2022, 9.58am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 2.25pm
The following roads are closed until at least Friday 29 July 2022 due to wet conditions and road damage from severe storms:
Repairs will take place as conditions dry.
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 Coffs Coast Area on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 21 Mar 2022, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 2.11pm
The following areas are closed until at least 31 July 2022 due to severe wet weather and road damage. Repairs will be undertaken as conditions dry.
Bangalore Falls is accessible to 4WD vehicles via Range road.
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 NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 10 Nov 2021, 9.48am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 1.36pm
Access to Doon Goonge campground is best from the north or south via Chaelundi Road and then Quartz Road.
It is also not possible from the east on Chandler Creek trail, due to a major washout on Chandler Creek.
For more information contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 29 Nov 2021, 8.00am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 1.46pm
The overnight wilderness walk and Bicentennial National trail require several river crossings. The catchment is currently full and experiencing intermittent flooding. River conditions can change rapidly without warning. Please avoid entering fast flowing rivers and streams.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. 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 NPWS Northern Tablelands area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Mon 6 Jun 2022, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jun 2022, 5.02pm
Sandon Village Back track is currently closed due to flood inundation causing unsafe track conditions. The backtrack will remain closed until the water recedes.
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Applies from Fri 8 Apr 2022, 12.00am to Thu 29 Sep 2022, 7.43pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jun 2022, 12.54pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in Bagul Waajaarr Nature Reserve between Monday 11 April and Thursday 29 September 2022.
The program will use manufactured meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs.
The baiting area will be 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.
For further information please call the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Tue 3 May 2022, 10.00am to Thu 28 Jul 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jun 2022, 12.13pm
Nymboida National Park is closed from Tuesday 3 May until Tuesday 15 June 2022, due to widespread damage following rainfall and flooding in early March 2022.
Many creek crossings, roads and trails are closed and impassable due to the severe rainfall event causing dangerous conditions.
This park will re-open as soon as it is safe, after assessments and remedial works occur.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Grafton area office.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jun 2022, 9.58am to Tue 6 Dec 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jun 2022, 1.33pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting programs in:
From 06/06/2022 to 06/12/2022
Aerial Baiting is scheduled for 06/06/2022 to 10/06/2022
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.
Please contact the local NPWS Clarence area office on 02 6645 1500, the Coffs Coast area office on 02 6650 0900 or the Hastings/Macleay area office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 10.51am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jun 2022, 1.07pm
Walk with the Birds boardwalk is closed for maintenance until further notice. You can still access Wonga walk, the Glade and Crystal Shower falls.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 31 May 2022, 9.42am to Fri 23 Sep 2022, 9.45am. Last reviewed: Tue 31 May 2022, 3.40pm
Shelley Head campground is closed until further notice due to landslips on the Yuraygir Coastal Walk.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 7.00am to Tue 2 Aug 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jun 2022, 11.33am
This park is closed from Monday 2 May until Tuesday 2 August 2022, due to widespread damage following rainfall and flooding in early March 2022.
Many creek crossings, roads and trails are closed and impassable due to a severe rainfall event causing dangerous conditions.
This park will re-open as soon as it is safe, after assessments and remedial works occur. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Grafton area office.
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Applies from Fri 20 May 2022, 2.22pm to Mon 31 Oct 2022, 2.23pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 5.24pm
Erosion and surface damages are present on walking tracks, road surfaces and managed areas across national parks of the Hastings Macleay Area following significant and prolonged rainfall events. Remediation works are scheduled as weather permits. Please take care and be aware of the conditions when visiting these national parks.
For more information, contact the local NPWS offices: Hastings on 02 6588 5555 or Macleay on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Mon 16 May 2022, 12.10pm to Wed 15 Mar 2023, 12.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 2.04pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Moonee Beach Nature Reserve from Wednesday 10 August 2022 to Tuesday 28 February 2023.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes, and 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.
For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 4 Apr 2022, 1.51pm to Mon 4 Jul 2022, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 25 May 2022, 4.16pm
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be doing a 1080 ground and aerial baiting program from Monday 11 April to Monday 4 July 2022 in this park.
The operations will use a combination of manufactured and meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Signs will be placed at the entry to all the baiting locations. 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Tue 2 Nov 2021, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 11.46am
Woolgoolga Creek picnic area and Falls walking track are closed until further notice due to road collapse and walking track damage as a result of flooding.
Geotechnical assessment and design repairs have been completed for the NPWS road sections, and works are scheduled for August-September 2022 as conditions dry.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Fri 8 Apr 2022, 10.54am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 11.15am. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 11.45am
NPWS is undertaking upgrades to Eagles Nest walking track and the two Point lookout platforms. Works are scheduled to commence on Monday 2 May 2022 and are planned for completion by October 2022, weather permitting.
During construction, the following areas will be closed for public safety:
Park visitors will be able to access one of the lookout platforms, and all other walking tracks at Point lookout.
For further information please contact Coffs Coast Area on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 16 Mar 2022, 11.17am to Fri 23 Sep 2022, 11.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 May 2022, 9.31am
Yuraygir coastal walk is closed until 23 September 2022 in the following areas due to landslips caused by flood damage:
Assessment and repair works are underway but are weather dependent.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Mon 21 Mar 2022, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jun 2022, 9.18am
Suttons road is closed to vehicle traffic for safety reasons following a pavement collapse during recent wet weather. Repairs will be scheduled as conditions dry out. Alternate access is via Granite Pit or McMullens Roads.
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Thu 3 Mar 2022, 11.44am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jun 2022, 9.18am
The bridge on Saunders Road is closed until further notice due to structural failure. The bridge is not safe to cross.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Coffs Coast on 66520900.
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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 10.52am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 1.33pm
The western side of Nymboi Binderay National Park (west of Nymboida River) is closed until at least Friday 1 July 2022 due to severe wet weather and road damage. Repairs will be carried out as conditions dry.
Moonpar Forest Drive is accessible to 4WD vehicles.
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 NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 9.08am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 1.10pm
The following areas are closed until Friday 1 July 2022 due to severe storms and flooding and damage to park infrastructure:
Thungutti campground, The Residence, The Chalet and Toms Cabin are all open.
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 NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Tue 2 Mar 2021, 3.35pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 11.28am
Access to Station Creek and Pebbly Beach campgrounds is currently via Bacoongerie Road only. McPhillips Road is closed.
Pebbly Beach and Station Creek campgrounds are only accessible by high clearance 4WD vehicles. This includes water crossings which can change quickly depending on local rainfall and tidal conditions.
Access to Pebbly Beach and Station Creek campgrounds is dependent on Clarence Valley Council (CVC) and Forestry Corporation road infrastructure.
Information on the trafficability of these roads can be found here:
For more information, call the NPWS Clarence area office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 2.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 May 2022, 2.38pm
Southern sections of the New England National Park are closed due to flood event impacts. Hickeys Creek Road and West End Road are closed until further notice.
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Applies from Wed 16 Mar 2022, 2.12pm to Mon 1 Aug 2022, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 May 2022, 10.42am
Chaelundi campground and picnic area is closed until 8am Monday 1 August 2022 due to widespread and continued flooding and flood damage.
There is no road access past the intersection of Misty Creek Road and Jordans Fire Trail. Please leave your vehicle here and proceed on foot.
This is a remote and isolated area with no mobile phone reception, so please ensure you are well prepared before setting out on foot. Be aware that roadside drains may be muddier than they appear, particularly after continuing rain, so please check before driving or parking around drainage works.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Apr 2022, 3.51pm
Part of Wilsons Headland walking track is diverted due to surface scouring from recent severe weather events.
NPWS engaged geotechnical engineering advice and have diverted the walking track around the hazard.
For more information, contact the Grafton NPWS Office 02 6641 1500
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Applies from Thu 3 Mar 2022, 3.56pm. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Mar 2022, 4.06pm
The Bosches Waterhole Road has been closed. Intense rainfall has caused a large area of soil to slump across the road.
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Applies from Thu 3 Mar 2022, 3.51pm. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Mar 2022, 3.56pm
The Bald Knob Tick Gate Road is closed to all traffic. The road formation has been damaged in the Pidgeon Gully area by heavy rainfall.
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Applies from Wed 23 Feb 2022, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Mar 2022, 9.21am
The public toilets at Upper Ebor Falls carpark will be temporarily closed during park infrastructure upgrades. Please note that toilets are available, including disabled access, at the Lower Ebor Falls carpark area, by following the access road past the Upper Falls parking area.
Thank you for your patience during this time. For more information, contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Tue 4 Jan 2022, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Feb 2022, 9.03am
Round Mountain Road into Barokee campground and Cathedral Rock track can become slippery after heavy rains. Please take caution if entering the park via this entrance, and drive to conditions.
For more information contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Thu 18 Mar 2021, 8.45am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Nov 2021, 3.48pm
The Bellinger River catchment has experienced above average rainfall over the past few months and river levels can rise quickly with rain. River crossings on the Wilderness Walk become extremely dangerous when river levels rise and walkers may become stranded.
Do not do the walk during periods of high river levels or forecast rainfall.
Check the Bureau of Meteorology for river levels and rainfall before setting off.
For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Cast office on phone 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 13 Jan 2020, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Oct 2021, 9.07am
Dalmorton campground is closed due to bridge damage sustained in bushfires at the northern end of Chaelundi Road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 17 Sep 2021, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Oct 2021, 9.07am
Access to Chaelundi campground, the Escarpment walk and Misty Creek lookout in Guy Fawkes River National Park is only possible from the southern end of Chaelundi Road at Dundurrabin. Chaelundi Road from the northern end is closed due to bridge damage sustained in bushfires.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 12 Apr 2017, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jul 2020, 10.03am
The Yuraygir coastal walk river crossing contact details have changed. The current details are:
For further information please call the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.
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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/the-junction-campground/local-alerts
Nymboi-Binderay 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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