Wollemi National Park
Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2017, 2.40pm
Applies from Fri 10 Mar 2017, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2017, 2.40pm.
Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground and picnic area is closed for management purposes. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Richmond area office on (02) 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Applies from Fri 14 Dec 2018, 4.58pm to Sat 22 Dec 2018, 4.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Dec 2018, 5.10pm
Hat Hill Road will be closed at the National Parks boundary due to road works from the 17-21nd December. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible. Closed areas are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact (add local visitor or area office phone number) or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 14 Dec 2018, 2.30pm to Mon 17 Dec 2018, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Dec 2018, 2.30pm
There is no vehicle access across Glenbrook Creek due to flooding of the causeway. This closure applies to the public, including walkers, vehicles and cyclists. Access will be reassessed on Monday 17/12/18. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible. The affected areas are:
• Nepean,Tunnel View and Portal lookouts
• Euroka campground
• The Oaks picnic shelter
• Red Hands Cave
• Pisgar Ridge
• Jack Evans track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hakwesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4720 6200 or Blue Mountains Heritage Center 02 4787 8877. Alternatively, visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 14 Dec 2018, 11.51am. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Dec 2018, 11.52am
Mitchell Park Section of Cattai National Park is closed due to weather conditions. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact (add local visitor or area office phone number) or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 1.15pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Dec 2018, 2.42pm
Federal Pass from Scenic World to Golden Stairs is closed due to rockfall at Scenic World. This closure will remain until further notice. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 7 Dec 2018, 2.25pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Dec 2018, 2.41pm
Clark Island will be closed to the general public on Saturday 8 December 2018.
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Applies from Sat 8 Dec 2018, 2.15pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Dec 2018, 2.28pm
Clark Island will be closed to the public on Saturday 8 December 2018.
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Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Dec 2018, 11.13am
North Head Scenic Drive gate closing and opening times will change in summer and winter. The following times include:
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Applies from Fri 30 Nov 2018, 4.01pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Dec 2018, 12.17pm
Bottle and Glass Point in Nielsen Park will be closed to the public on New Year's Eve from 5pm on Monday 31 December 2018 to 5am on Tuesday 1 January 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the NPWS Vaucluse area office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Fri 30 Nov 2018, 3.56pm to Wed 2 Jan 2019, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Dec 2018, 12.13pm
South Head will be closed to the public from 5pm on Monday 31 December to 5am on Tuesday 1 January 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Vaucluse area office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Fri 30 Nov 2018, 10.20am to Wed 2 Jan 2019, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Nov 2018, 11.53am
Hermitage Foreshore, including Strickland House and Milk Beach, is closed to the public from 7am on Monday 31 December 2018 to 3am on Tuesday 1 January 2019.
Only ticket holders can access these areas on Monday 31 December 2018 to attend NYE events.
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Applies from Thu 29 Nov 2018, 4.23pm to Sun 17 Feb 2019, 3.40pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Nov 2018, 5.09pm
Bradleys Head Road, past Athol Hall carpark is closed to all vehicles between Thursday 14 February and Saturday 16 February 2019 due to an event. All areas will still be accessible to pedestrians during the closure.
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Applies from Thu 29 Nov 2018, 4.41pm to Fri 4 Jan 2019, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Nov 2018, 5.00pm
Bradleys Head Road will be closed to vehicles between Friday 28 December and Thursday 3 January 2018. All sites will still be accessible to pedestrians during this time. Please note that only New Year's Eve ticket holders will be allowed access to Bradleys Head on Monday 31 December 2018. Please refer to NYE Sydney Harbour events page for more information.
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Applies from Thu 29 Nov 2018, 4.47pm to Tue 1 Jan 2019, 4.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Nov 2018, 4.59pm
North Head will be closed to all vehicles on the following dates:
All areas will still be accessible to pedestrians during the closure. Please refer to New Year's Eve North Head for more information.
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Applies from Thu 29 Nov 2018, 4.10pm to Wed 2 Jan 2019, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Nov 2018, 4.39pm
Strickland House and Milk beach are both closed to the public between 7am Monday 31 December 2018 and 3am Tuesday 1 January 2019. Each location is open to ticket holders only on Monday 31 December 2018 to attend the NYE events.
For more information, contact NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Thu 29 Nov 2018, 4.06pm to Wed 2 Jan 2019, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Nov 2018, 4.35pm
Nielsen Park and Hermitage Foreshore are closed to the public between 7am Monday 31 December 2018 and 3am Tuesday 1 January 2019. Each location is open on Monday 31 December 2018 for ticket holders only to attend the NYE events.
For more information, contact NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Thu 29 Nov 2018, 3.37pm to Sat 5 Jan 2019, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Nov 2018, 5.31pm
Clark Island and Shark Island are closed to the public between 7am Friday 28 December 2018 and 7am Friday 4 January 2019. Each Island is open on Monday 31 December 2018 for ticket holders only to attend the NYE events.
For more information, contact NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Thu 29 Nov 2018, 3.35pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Dec 2018, 2.25pm
Shark Island will be closed to the public on the following dates, due to events being held there:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Vaucluse area office on 02 9337 5511 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 29 Nov 2018, 3.32pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Nov 2018, 4.11pm
Rodd Island will be closed on 15 December 2018, 8am to 8pm to the public due to an exclusive function. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 29 Nov 2018, 3.31pm to Sun 17 Feb 2019, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Nov 2018, 4.10pm
Clark Island will be closed from Thursday 14 February to Saturday 16 February 2019 to the public due to an exclusive event.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact our NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 28 Nov 2018, 3.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Dec 2018, 9.03am
Undercliff track between Princes Rock and DenFenella at Wentworth Falls is closed due to a landslide. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre 02 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sat 1 Sep 2018, 3.50pm to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 3.51pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Nov 2018, 3.31pm
A solid fuel fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect until Wednesday Sunday 31 March 2019.
The fire ban applies to all areas of the park except for Colo Meroo, Coorongooba, Dunns Swamp, Newnes and Wheeny Creek picnic and campgrounds.
During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Find more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Sat 1 Sep 2018, 12.01pm to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Nov 2018, 3.29pm
A park fire ban is in place in this park from Saturday 1 September 2018 to Tuesday 19 March 2019. This ban will remain unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Find more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Sat 1 Sep 2018, 12.01pm to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Nov 2018, 3.28pm
A solid fuel fire ban is in place in this park from Saturday 1 September 2018 and remains in effect until Sunday 31 March 2019, unless otherwise extended or removed.
During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Find more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
Applies from Tue 4 Sep 2018, 1.06pm to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 1.01pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Nov 2018, 3.25pm
A solid fuel fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect until Sunday 31 March 2019. The fire ban applies to all areas of the park except for Mill Creek picnic area and campground and Ten Mile Hollow campground. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Find more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Tue 4 Sep 2018, 1.09pm to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 1.07pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Nov 2018, 3.24pm
A solid fuel fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect until Sunday 31 March 2019. The fire ban applies to all areas of the park except for Mogo campground, Big Yengo (Blue Gums and Mountain Arm campgrounds) and Finchley campground. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Find more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Tue 4 Sep 2018, 1.11pm to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 1.10pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Nov 2018, 3.23pm
A solid fuel fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect until Sunday 31 March 2019. The fire ban applies to all areas of the park except for Heartbreak Hill campground. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Find more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Nov 2018, 2.29pm
This park is closed due to Phytophthora contamination, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Cumberland area office on 02 4572 3100.
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Applies from Tue 10 Apr 2018, 7.00am to Thu 28 Feb 2019, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Nov 2018, 2.20pm
NSW Roads and Maritime Services are undertaking essential maintenance work on Mooney Mooney Creek Bridge, Old Pacific Highway.
The anticipated completion date is late February 2019.
Users of the Great North Walk may experience temporary delays at this location between 7am and 6pm, Monday to Friday and between 8am and 1pm Saturday.
No work will be carried out during the Christmas period from Monday 24 December to Friday 4 January 2019.
For further details about the proposed maintenance work, refer to the RMS project webpage. Alternatively, contact the NPWS Central Coast area office by email or call (02) 4320 4200.
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Applies from Fri 5 Oct 2018, 7.32am to Wed 10 Apr 2019, 7.30am. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Oct 2018, 10.52am
NSW National Parks will be using 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) to bait wild dogs along Glen Alice trail in Wollemi National Park from Wednesday 10 October 2018 for up to 6 months.
This baiting program is in accordance with the 1080 Wild Dog Baiting provisions in the Pesticide Control (1080 Liquid Concentrate and Bait Products) Order 2017, and the Pesticide Control (1080 Ejector Capsules) Order 2015.
We will take precautions to minimise the risk to pets and other non-target species. Please remember, it is an offence under the National Parks and Wildlife Act to allow domestic animals into national parks and nature reserves. It is also an offence to interfere with the wild dog control program.
There will be signs at track heads in each area advising the start and finish date of the baiting program.
For more information on this program, call the NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Thu 4 Oct 2018, 10.01am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Nov 2018, 3.05pm
The Ben Bullen trail and Baal Bone Gap picnic area is suitable for high clearance 4WD vehicles only. There are large ruts and washed out sections in the Ben Bullen State Forest that are not suitable for low clearance vehicles. For more information please call the NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Tue 2 Oct 2018, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Dec 2018, 2.43pm
Ingar campground and Ingar Road are closed to vehicle access due to private property building works. The closure is indefinite because it relates to access through the private property. No opening date can be advised. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience caused.
Ingar Road and Ingar campground can still be accessed by walkers and cyclists.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 25 Sep 2018, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Dec 2018, 10.58am
Bicentennial trail is closed due to drought conditions. Crown Lands has advised the Office of Environment and Heritage (NSW National Parks) that, due to lack of water and feed, it is strongly advised that visitors do not undertake the trek along the trail with horses.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 25 Sep 2018, 10.00am to Tue 2 Apr 2019, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Oct 2018, 1.42pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is undertaking a 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) fox poison baiting program in the following parks and reserves:
The baiting program will happen from Tuesday 2 October 2018 to Tuesday 2 April 2019. 1080 poison will be delivered by CPE and ground baiting. Warning signs will be displayed to notify the public about this program. Domestic animals may be affected - 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs.
If you are a neighbour or plan to visit the park, please remember that domestic animals are not permitted in national parks or karst conservation reserves at any time. Please do not handle or disturb any baits.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 1972 during business hours.
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Applies from Sun 12 Aug 2018, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Aug 2018, 11.08am
There is a fire in this park called Pogson 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 Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Jul 2018, 12.34pm
Fort Denison is closed to visitors from Saturday 2 June 2018 until further notice, due to site maintenance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Vaucluse area office on (02) 9337 5511 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 1 Aug 2018, 11.23am to Thu 31 Jan 2019, 11.23am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Aug 2018, 10.38am
1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate), as buried baits or ejector capsules, are laid continually on tracks and trails in Sydney Harbour National Park (Chowder Bay, Dobroyd, Bradleys, Georges, Middle and North headlands), and will be from Wednesday 1 August 2018 to Thursday 31 January 2019. Do not touch baits or ejector devices - they contain poison. 1080 is lethal to dogs and cats, and pet owners are reminded that domestic animals are not permitted in national parks.
For further information during business hours please call the NPWS Sydney North (Middle Head) area office on (02) 9960 6266.
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Applies from Wed 1 Aug 2018, 11.19am to Tue 1 Jan 2019, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Aug 2018, 10.38am
1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate), as buried baits or ejector capsules, are laid continually on tracks and trails in Lane Cove National Park, and will be from Wednesday 1 August 2018 to Thursday 31 January 2019. Do not touch baits or ejector devices - they contain poison. 1080 is lethal to dogs and cats, and pet owners are reminded that domestic animals are not permitted in national parks.
For further information during business hours please call the NPWS Sydney West (Lane Cove National Park) area office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Wed 1 Aug 2018, 11.15am to Thu 31 Jan 2019, 11.16am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Aug 2018, 10.38am
1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate), as buried baits or ejector capsules, are laid continually on tracks and trails in Garigal National Park, and will be from Wednesday 1 August 2018 to Thursday 31 January 2019. Do not touch baits or ejector devices - they contain poison. 1080 is lethal to dogs and cats, and pet owners are reminded that domestic animals are not permitted in national parks.
For further information during business hours please call the NPWS Sydney North (Forestville) area office on (02) 9451 3479.
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Applies from Wed 1 Aug 2018, 11.08am to Thu 31 Jan 2019, 11.08am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Aug 2018, 10.38am
1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate), as buried baits or ejector capsules, are laid continually on tracks and trails in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, and will be from Wednesday 1 August 2018 to Thursday 31 January 2019. Do not touch baits or ejector devices - they contain poison. 1080 is lethal to dogs and cats, and pet owners are reminded that domestic animals are not permitted in national parks.
For further information during business hours please call the NPWS Sydney North (Forestville) area office on (02) 9451 3479.
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Applies from Tue 20 Mar 2018, 3.10pm to Thu 4 Apr 2019, 10.24am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jul 2018, 8.55am
Access restrictions and track closures are in place along trails that cross land managed by Hornsby Rifle Range as a Range Danger Area. The Hornsby Rifle Range Danger Area is closed to the public.
These closures include:
For further information on closures please contact Hornsby Rifle Range on their 24-hour contact number 0417 201 606 or visit the Hornsby Rifle Range website for further information.
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Applies from Fri 8 Jun 2018, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 Jun 2018, 9.54am
Mount Solitary walking track has recently been impacted by a prescribed burn.
Trees and branches that have burnt could continue to fall and the route may be indistinct in sections.
For more information, please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877.
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Applies from Mon 4 Jun 2018, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jul 2018, 8.54am
Swimming is not advisable in Bewrowra Creek at certain times as the water may be subject to variable pollution levels. Please refer to the Hornsby Shire Council website before swimming in Berowra Creek.
Swimming at Fishponds is not advised at any time due to heavy water pollution
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on (02) 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sat 26 May 2018, 9.58am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Jun 2018, 11.03am
The toilet at Deep Pass campground is temporarily closed due to capacity limitations. Planning for a new toilet facility is currently underway.
Please use minimal impact camping practices in this area. Large groups should consider camping at alternative sites. Groups in excess of 20 people require approval from the NPWS Oberon area office.
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Applies from Mon 16 Apr 2018, 11.49am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 May 2018, 1.51pm
NPWS will be closing and rehabilitating a section of an unauthorised track near Par 3 golf course in Terrey Hills. The track runs through an important Saving Our Species site, adjacent to Ryland trail in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
The unauthorised track runs through very important habitat for the critically endangered greville caylei and Duffys Forest Endangered Ecological Community. As such, NPWS will be working to protect these and other species and asks the public to please avoid using the area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call (02) 9451 3479 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 29 Jan 2018, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Jan 2018, 3.07pm
There is a fire in this park called Gibbs Creek. 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 22 Oct 2017, 12.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Feb 2018, 10.16am
Prince Henry Cliff walking track is closed between Leura Cascades and Solitary restaurant until further notice. This closure is due to a landslide that has completely blocked the track. An alternative track is available via Leura Cascades walking track. Visitors can still walk from Leura Cascades to Solitary restaurant on Cliff Drive via this longer track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 19 Dec 2017, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Dec 2017, 9.22am
There is a fire in this park called Kandos State Forest. 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 Wed 13 Dec 2017, 11.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Mar 2018, 4.22pm
A section of Batsh camp is closed due to the risk of tree branches falling. Further assessment and removal of dangerous branches will take place in the coming weeks. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Oberon area office on (02) 6336 1972 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 1 Dec 2017, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Dec 2018, 9.27am
National Pass, Wentworth Pass and Roberts Pass remain closed for an extended period following a serious rockfall in November 2017 which killed a worker and seriously injured two others. The area of the rockfall remains dangerous. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is investigating carefully how the geological hazards can be dealt with so that visitors can return to these areas in the future. However a definite time frame is not known because the issues are complex. Visitors can access the base of the Wentworth Falls below the Grand Stairs. Valley of Waters track is open to the base of Empress Falls. Empress Canyon is also open. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 15 Nov 2017, 1.09pm. Last reviewed: Sat 16 Dec 2017, 8.04am
Yambo Forest Road in Jilliby State Conservation Area is not suitable for 2WD vehicles due to rain and possible vehicle damage. 4WD access is possible from Dooralong Road through to the Lemon Tree Road intersection. Lemon Tree Road remains closed.
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Applies from Wed 15 Nov 2017, 1.04pm. Last reviewed: Sat 3 Mar 2018, 3.11pm
Watagan Forest Road in Jilliby State Conservation Area and the southern section of Wyong State Forest is not suitable for 2WD vehicles due to rain and vehicle damage. 4WD access is available from the Jilliby Road access in the south, north to the Middle Ridge Road Intersection.
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Applies from Wed 24 Feb 2016, 2.22pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Nov 2017, 2.27pm
Sugarloaf car park is no longer open to the public. We apologise for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact Valleys Area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.46am to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 11.26am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Feb 2018, 4.06pm
Donkey Mountain is a fuel stove only area. This is to reduce wildfires as there is no water on Donkey Mountain to put out campfires. Donkey Mountain is an environmentally sensitive area and the impact of campfires can have long-lasting effects.
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Applies from Tue 30 Sep 2014, 4.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Sep 2017, 3.52pm
Access to Claustral canyon via the previous route across private land at Mount Tomah is no longer possible due to landholders denying access. Canyoners should respect the rights of Mount Tomah residents and avoid using private land. Alternative access from the west side of Mount Bell has been identified. For more information, please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877, open seven days 9am to 4.30pm, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 10 Mar 2017, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2017, 2.40pm
Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground and picnic area is closed for management purposes. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Richmond area office on (02) 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 3 Mar 2017, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Jul 2017, 2.18pm
Parts of the western, southern and eastern lookouts along Fairfax walking track have been closed due to cliff instability. The temporary closure is for the safety of the public, and fencing and signage have been installed advising of the closures. These closures will remain in place until works are undertaken to make the area safe. Fairfax walking track and carparks are open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Sydney Harbour area office on (02) 9337 5511 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 26 Jan 2017, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Sat 10 Jun 2017, 8.49am
The fire trail from the Null Road intersection downhill to the private property boundary is steep and eroded. There is no road access across the grazing paddocks to Ravensdale Road in the Ravensdale Valley. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Lakes area office on (02) 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 2 Oct 2016, 3.52pm. Last reviewed: Sat 15 Apr 2017, 3.22pm
Red Hill Road in Jilliby State Conservation Area has been affected by recent vehicle and storm damage. It is only accessible by 4WD vehicles between Red Hill Quarry in the north and the intersection of Prestons Ridge Road in the south.
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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Oct 2016, 9.23am
Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed for maintenance. This includes the Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury area office on (02) 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 23 Aug 2016, 10.51am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jul 2018, 11.21am
Collins Flat Beach is currently unavailable for venue hire. This is due to the impact of high visitation on the critical penguin habitat at this location. This closure will be reviewed at the end of the breeding season in February 2019. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Mosman area office on (02) 9960 6266 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 4 Jul 2016, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Aug 2016, 12.24pm
Maculata fire trail west from Jilliby Road linking to Daniels Point fire trail and Watagan Forest Road are closed due to 4WD damaged roads and trails. There is no through road access across Little Jilliby Jilliby Creek in either direction. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Lakes area office on (02) 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 21 Oct 2015, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Oct 2016, 2.00pm
Casuarina track between Boree Road and Davidson picnic area, Forestville is closed due to safety concerns regarding the stairway down to the picnic area. Lyrebird track is the recommended alternative access which connects to the Governor Philip Walk or Ferguson Street. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Forestville office on (02) 9451 3479 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 10 Feb 2016, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Aug 2016, 1.30pm
A section of Flat Rock track - from the Killarney Drive entrance to the Downpatrick Street entrance - is currently closed until further notice due to track safety issues where the track passes through private property near Killarney Point:
For more information, please contact the NPWS Ku-ring-gai Chase area Forestville office on (02) 9451 3479.
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Applies from Tue 1 Dec 2015, 1.46pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Aug 2016, 8.52am
From Monday 7 December 2015, some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends and public holidays. Toilets affected are:
Please note: this does not apply to bookings- toilets will be opened for any bookings. For more information, please contact the NPWS Valleys Area office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 1 May 2015, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Aug 2016, 10.09am
Roads in Jilliby State Conservation Area are unsealed, and accessible by 2WD in dry conditions only. 4WD's should be used at all other times. Gates may be temporarily closed on some roads, for roadworks, to prevent damage when wet.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 3.40pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Aug 2016, 10.09am
Lemon Tree Forest Road, between Prickly Ridge Road and Yambo Forest Road, in Jilliby SCA is closed to vehicles until further notice, due to severe erosion. This closure will remain in place indefinitely. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Lakes area office on (02) 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 30 Sep 2014, 5.29pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Aug 2016, 10.03am
The Pipeline track between Glen Davis and Newnes is closed until further notice. There is no access across private property at Glen Davis, and trespassing is prohibited. For more information please call NPWS Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877, open 7 days a week, or NPWS Mudgee on (02) 6370 9000, Monday to Friday, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2015, 10.17am. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Aug 2016, 10.02am
The traditional access to Butterbox Canyon via the endangered swamp is now closed and rehabilitated. No access permitted. Canyoners should use the new track provided. Temporary signage is in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 29 Nov 2018, 3.26pm to Thu 21 Feb 2019, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Nov 2018, 4.03pm
Shark Island will be closed to the public due to an exclusive event on the following dates:
The island will be open to the public as usual from Tuesday 1 February to Monday 11 February 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact our NPWS Vaucluse area office on 02 9337 5511 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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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/wheeny-creek-campground/local-alerts
Wollemi 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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