Last reviewed: Sun 19 December 2021, 2.26pm
Applies from Thu 18 Nov 2021, 10.47am. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Dec 2021, 2.26pm.
Toorooroo campground is closed due to fire and flood damage. Please check back for updates.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Applies from Mon 22 Nov 2021, 12.25pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Oct 2022, 12.25pm
Due to ongoing wet weather, roads and tracks in Jerrawangala National Park and Parma Creek Nature Reserve are in very poor condition.
To prevent further road damage, please avoid non-essential travel on unsealed roads during wet weather.
A 4WD vehicle is recommended and some roads may be impassable.
Works will be undertaken to repair roads when resources and weather conditions allow.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 6 Oct 2022, 9.23am to Fri 7 Oct 2022, 5.23pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Oct 2022, 9.26am
Minnamurra Rainforest is closed today the 6th October 2022 and Friday 7th October 2022 due to severe rainfall and flash flooding.
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Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Sep 2022, 3.48pm
A baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between Thursday 21 October 2021 to Friday 1 September 2023 in the Kangaroo Valley, Budgong and Illaroo areas.
All baiting locations 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, call the NPWS Shoalhaven area office on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Wed 21 Sep 2022, 1.08pm to Mon 20 Mar 2023, 1.09pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Sep 2022, 1.29pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting a continual and ongoing 1080 ground baiting program for the control of foxes from Wednesday 21 September 2022 to Monday 20 March 2023 to reduce the impacts on threatened species.
The operation will target foxes in the Carrington Falls, Budderoo Plateau, Knights Hill and Barren Grounds areas. Baits have been placed on NPWS estate, private property and Crown road reserves with permissions.
There are 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to baiting areas. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Some baits may be buried.
1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) is lethal to pets (including domestic dogs and cats) and working dogs. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance. Domestic pets, including dogs and cats, are not permitted in national parks or reserves. Restrain working and assistance dogs to ensure they don’t enter the baiting areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Melinda Norton at the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.
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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Sep 2022, 4.09pm
Camping is closed at the following campgrounds due to fire damage and flooding. The closed campground include (open for day-use only):
Please not that the campgrounds will remain open for day use. Some campgrounds may be affected by flood debris following heavy rain, and there may be steep sand walls to access sites.
Please be cautious and move onto another campground if safety issues occur. There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Mon 12 Sep 2022, 4.12pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Sep 2022, 4.48pm
Please be aware night shooting of foxes may occur in the following beaches in the coming months to protect nesting shorebirds:
Fox control is undertaken by qualified shooters in accordance to shot plans between August and March to protect endangered nesting shorebirds.
Access tracks and beach entrances will be closed and signposted prior to shooting operations. Please look out for signage stating the beach is closed if accessing these beaches after dark.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 29 Mar 2022, 9.29am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Sep 2022, 8.37am
Due to ongoing wet weather, roads and tracks in Conjola National Park are in very poor condition. As a result, some roads may be impassable and a 4WD vehicle is recommended for open roads.
The closed roads include:
Roadworks will commence on Tuesday 16 August 2022 until Wednesday 30 November 2022. Expect short delays and road closures across the parks' road network due to these roadworks.
Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 26 Aug 2022, 12.21pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Sep 2022, 8.23am
The access trail to the beach from Hammerhead Point picnic area is closed until further notice due to dangerous cliff edge caused by dune erosion.
The carpark, picnic area and viewing platform remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 1 Aug 2022, 9.00am to Tue 20 Dec 2022, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Oct 2022, 10.48am
Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 1 August to Tuesday 20 December 2022. The closed areas are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 10 Nov 2020, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Oct 2022, 12.19pm
Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe is closed until further notice. Light refreshments are available for purchase from the Visitor Centre.
Further information contact the Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Aug 2022, 11.08am
Berrara Creek and Heath walking tracks are closed due to bushfire and storm damage. These areas are currently undergoing repairs. Do not enter the closed areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 18 Jul 2022, 1.37pm to Fri 16 Dec 2022, 2.13pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jun 2022, 2.56pm
Notice of 1080 ongoing program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in using meat and manufactured baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be continuous and on-going between Monday 18th July and 16th December 2022.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pests are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs) . Pets nd 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 NPWS Shoalhaven Area office on 02 44286300.
Alert affects three parks nearby:
Comerong Island Nature Reserve
Jervis Bay National Park
Seven Mile Beach National Park
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Applies from Thu 2 Jul 2020, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 9.51am
Minnamurra Rainforest is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity or due to the car park reaching capacity. We encourage you to plan your visit outside the peak periods of 11am to 2pm.
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Applies from Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.07am to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 11.08am. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Jul 2022, 9.01am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Friday 1 July to Saturday 31 December 2022.
The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:
There will be signs at all baiting locations.
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 in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Fri 4 Mar 2022, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 9.50am
Minnamurra Falls walk is temporarily closed and impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions. The Falls walk will re-open as soon as it is safe. The Visitor Information Centre and Lyrebird Loop Walk remain open.
For further information phone Visitor Centre staff on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Mon 11 Apr 2022, 8.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jun 2022, 1.42pm
Minnamurra Falls Walk in Budderoo National Park is currently closed until further notice due to prolonged rainfall causing rock fall, landslides, damage to walking track infrastructure and dangerous conditions.
Lyrebird Loop track remains open, however may close at short notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Visitor Centre.
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Applies from Tue 3 Aug 2021, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Jan 2022, 1.33pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service and WaterNSW will be conducting a herbicide treatment program between Tuesday 3 August 2021 and Wednesday 2 February 2022.
This treatment will mainly affect Lake Yarrunga foreshore areas along the Kangaroo River. The program involves the use of garlon 3A for the control of the weed ludwigia longifolia.
For further information, please email the NPWS Illawarra Highlands area office or call 02 4887 8244.
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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/toorooroo-campground/local-alerts
Morton National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Parts of the south-eastern area of this park were once used for military training and may contain unexploded artillery shells. These areas have restrictions in place for your safety.
Park entry fees:
Fitzroy Falls: $4 per vehicle per day. Bundanoon area: $8 per vehicle per day. The park has pay and display machines - cash and cards accepted.
Buy annual passFor the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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