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Stories of a different time at La Perouse

La Perouse area in Kamay Botany Bay National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Fri 23 January 2026, 10.58am

Applies from Tue 13 Jan 2026, 2.50pm to Fri 30 Jan 2026, 2.51pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jan 2026, 10.58am.

Closed areas: Visitor Centre Loop Road maintenance

The Visitor centre loop road of Kamay Botany National Park (Kurnell area) will be closed for maintenance on Thursday 29 January 2026. This works will prevent vehicle access to the Visitor centre and Commemoration flat carparks.

Commemoration flat picnic area will be accessible on foot from the Cricket pitch carpark and along the monuments walk.

 

For your safety please always follow direction from NPWS staff and contractors on site.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

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Applies from Tue 19 Nov 2024, 9.56am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 10.59am.

Closed areas: Skylight Cave permanently closed

Skylight cave is permanently closed to visitors due to serious safety risks. The cave is midway down an unstable cliff, and the risk of falling off the cliff edge while trying to reach it makes it very dangerous. 

There is no approved public access walking track to Skylight cave. Please do not risk your safety trying to reach this location. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Mon 21 Jul 2025, 6.00am to Fri 30 Jan 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 10.58am.

Closed areas: Works along Botany Bay Foreshore, Kurnell

A new revetment (seawall) along the Botany Bay foreshore will replace the temporary sandbags which have been in place since 2018. A revetment is a permanent structure which protects the foreshore from storm surges and tides.

A works compound is established at Beach Park and access to the works site will be along Monument Track. Some closures and restrictions to access will take place as materials are moved to the foreshore.

Please be mindful of site fencing and follow instructions from NPWS staff and contractors.

To learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Project, send an email or call the local area office on 02 9668 2010.

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Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 10.27am.

Closed areas: Kurnell Visitor Centre closed

Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed and will remain closed until 2026. A new visitor centre is under construction.

During construction works, the precinct, including the carpark, will be fenced off and work crews will be on-site. Access to some walking tracks will be impacted. Please refer to on-site signage.

Parking and toilets are available at the Cricket Pitch and Commemoration flat precincts.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

To learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Projectemail or call the local area office on 02 9668 2010.

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Sun 25 Jan 2026, 10.44am to Sun 25 Jan 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 25 Jan 2026, 10.48am

Closed areas: Bonnie Vale Closed - Precinct Full

The Bonnie Vale Precinct of the Royal National Park is closed as the precinct is full.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Sun 25 Jan 2026, 9.19am to Sun 25 Jan 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 25 Jan 2026, 9.24am

Closed areas: Wattamolla Road Closed - Precinct Full

The Wattamolla Precinct of the Royal National Park is closed as the precinct is full.

Wattamolla Road is closed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Sat 24 Jan 2026, 12.01am to Mon 26 Jan 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jan 2026, 4.32pm

Closed areas: Bonnie Vale boat launch closed Australia Day long weekend

The Bonnie Vale boat launch will be temporarily closed over the Australia Day long weekend to reduce traffic congestion and improve visitor safety. It will close from late afternoon on Friday 23 January and reopen the morning of Tuesday 27 January 2026. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Find more information here or call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Jan 2026, 5.52pm

Closed areas: Closed areas due to rifle range operations

The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be closed on the following dates/times due to ANZAC Rifle Range operations:

  • Every Saturday, 8am to 5pm
  • The 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month, 8am to 5pm
  • Wednesday 14 January, 9am to 2pm
  • Tuesday 20 January, 8am to 5pm
  • Saturday 24 January and Sunday 25 January 2026, 8am to 5pm

Do not enter the eastern section of the national park (including Boora Point walking track) when:

  • Red flags are flying above the range
  • The 'rifle range in use' warning signs are displayed at the park entry (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark).
  • Park entry gates are closed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS local office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.

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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Sep 2025, 2.59pm

Closed areas: North Era campground closed

North Era campground is closed until further notice. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Mon 25 Aug 2025, 12.20pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Nov 2025, 12.39pm

Other planned events: 1080 pest management operation

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program will take place between 30 August 2025 and 31 March 2026 in Towra Point Nature Reserve.

Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance

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.

For more information, contact the local park office on:

Sydney South Area 02 9337 5511 (business hours)

NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294.

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Applies from Fri 9 May 2025, 3.09pm to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 8.57am

Other planned events: Toilet closures in Lane Cove National Park

Some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends, public holidays and during school holidays. The closed toilets are at:

  • Carters Creek (Area 9)
  • Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
  • Haynes Flat (Area 32)

This does not apply to bookings. Where there are bookings, toilets will be open.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.

Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 4.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 4.35pm

Closed areas: Artillery Track Closed

The Artillery Track of Malabar Headland National Park is closed due to safety concerns.

This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of visitors while we assess and address potential hazards.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Park info

  • in the La Perouse area of Kamay Botany Bay National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
  • 7am–8.30pm November to March. 

    7am–7.30pm April to October.

    La Perouse park entry gate closed to vehicles between 7pm and 5am all year.

    Areas may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • There are no park entry fees in La Perouse area but you'll need to pay to tour Bare Island. Park entry fees apply in the Kurnell area of Kamay Botany Bay National Park, only.

    Buy annual pass
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