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Copeland Tops State Conservation Area

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Current alerts in this area

There are no current alerts in this area.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Fri 13 Sep 2024, 12.06pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Sep 2024, 12.07pm

Other incidents: Bombah Point Ferry Closed

Bombah Point Ferry Closed 

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Applies from Tue 18 Jun 2024, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Sep 2024, 8.19pm

Closed areas: Yacaaba Headland temporary closure

Yacaaba Headland, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Port Stephens/Hawks Nest, is temporarily closed while environmental and cultural heritage assessments are undertaken.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Yacaaba Spit Track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.

For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office on 02 6591 0300.

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Applies from Tue 10 Sep 2024, 8.30am. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Sep 2024, 6.07pm

Hazard reduction burns: Chinamans HR

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 10/09/2024. The fire is called Chinamans 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 Fri 19 Jan 2024, 9.31am to Mon 30 Dec 2024, 9.33am. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Sep 2024, 9.35am

Closed areas: Rockglen/Lea Hurst precincts closed for pest control operations

Western section of park closed for ground pest control operation

The western section of Curracabundi National Park (Rockglen and Lea Hurst precincts) is closed 9am, Friday 19 January 2024 to 10am, Monday 30 December 2024 for periodical ground based pest control operations that will be conducted throughout this period. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Barrington Tops Area Office 02 6538 5300.

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Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2024, 5.18pm to Tue 17 Sep 2024, 5.19pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2024, 5.32pm

Other planned events: Hazard Reduction burning in Wallingat National Park

NPWS plans to conduct a hazard reduction burn in Wallingat National Park from Tuesday 10th to Wednesday 11th September, 2024.

Some minor 4WD trails will be temporarily closed during and after the burn, including; Rocky Gap Trail, Chinaman's Trail and Piper's Trail.

Sugar Creek Road will remain open, however access may be controlled during burning operations.

 

Visitors are asked to adhere to warning signs and trail closures. 

 

For further information, please call Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.

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Applies from Sun 25 Aug 2024, 9.24am to Fri 18 Oct 2024, 9.25am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Sep 2024, 2.16pm

Closed parks: Berrico Nature Reserve closed for essential bridge repairs

Berrico Nature Reserve will be closed from Monday 26th August through to the 14th October to allow contractors to undertake essential bridge replacement. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.

 

NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.

 

For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.

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Applies from Fri 23 Feb 2024, 11.50am to Thu 31 Oct 2024, 11.51am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2024, 9.00am

Other planned events: Blue Gum Loop and Rocky Crossing Walking Track Works

Track works are being undertaken on Blue Gum Loop and Rocky Crossing walks. Temporary closures may occur and will be posted as a separate alert. Be aware of contractors and machinery operating in the area and follow any onsite signage or directions from staff or contractors. Track surfaces may be muddy and uneven so take care.

For more information contact Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300. 

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Applies from Thu 11 Jul 2024, 2.09pm to Thu 31 Oct 2024, 2.09pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Aug 2024, 1.58pm

Other planned events: Williams River Picnic Area Barbeques Out of Order

The barbeques at Williams River Picnic Area (Blue Gum Loop) are currently unavailable for use. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience and will rectify the situation as soon as possible. For more information, please call the Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300.

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Applies from Fri 30 Aug 2024, 6.00am to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 7 Sep 2024, 8.22am

Other planned events: Temporary closure for essential works maintenance - Karamea Homestead, Curracabundi National Park

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be closing Karamea Homestead from Friday 30 August to Monday 30 September 2024 (inclusive) in Curracabundi National Park for essential maintenance.

Do Not Enter. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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Applies from Mon 2 Sep 2024, 6.00am to Fri 27 Sep 2024, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 7 Sep 2024, 8.22am

Closed areas: Notice of public safety temporary closure – Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be closing the below visitor areas and campgrounds on the Barrington Tops plateau area from Monday 2 to Friday 27 September 2024 (including weekend days) in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area for management operations.

  • Gummi Falls campground and day use area
  • Devils Hole campground and day use area
  • Horse Swamp campground
  • Polblue Falls day use area
  • Barrington Trail (central)
  • Butchers Swamp Trail
  • Paddys Ridge Trail
  • Green Gap Trail
  • Bullock Brush Trail
  • Tugalow Trail
  • Thunderbolts Trail
  • Horse Swamp Trail
  • Polblue Ridge Trail

 

Do Not Enter. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Closure notices will be placed at all visitor areas and relevant access points.

Barrington Tops Forest Road (Scone Gloucester Road), Tubrabucca Road and Pheasant Creek Road will remain open for through traffic. Road users may experience short delays.

 

We appreciate your patience while this important work is carried out. If you would like any further information about closures, please contact conservation.barringtontops@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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Applies from Mon 2 Sep 2024, 6.00am to Fri 27 Sep 2024, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 7 Sep 2024, 8.22am

Closed areas: Notice of Aerial Shooting for Feral Animal Control - Barrington Tops National Park

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will conduct an aerial shoot for feral animal control operation from Monday 2 to Friday 27 September 2024 (including weekend days) in Barrington Tops National Park.

The below visitor areas and campgrounds on the Barrington Tops plateau area will be closed during this period, including:

  • Polblue campground and day use area
  • Little Murray campground
  • Junction Pools campground
  • Black Swamp campground
  • Wombat Creek campground
  • Careys Peak lookout
  • Barrington Trail day use area
  • Barrington Trail (south) including Little Murray Trail and Junction Pools Trail
  • Narrow Plain Trail
  • Aeroplane Hill Trail (including Big Hole Trail)
  • Edwards Swamp Trail
  • The Corker
  • Link Trail
  • Careys Peak Trail
  • Polblue Swamp walking track including Polblue Trail

Do Not Enter. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Closure notices will be placed at all visitor areas and relevant access points.

Barrington Tops Forest Road (Scone Gloucester Road) will remain open for through traffic. Road users may experience short delays.

We appreciate your patience while this important work is carried out. If you would like any further information about closures, please email conservation.barringtontops@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Thu 28 Dec 2023, 7.31am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2024, 9.00am

Closed areas: Burraga Swamp Walk Closed

Burraga Swamp walking track is currently inaccessible to vehicles due to closure of Mt Allyn Rd. Forestry Corporation of NSW has closed the road due to a failed bridge. The reopening date is not known at this stage. For more information, phone Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300.

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Applies from Mon 17 Jun 2024, 9.51am to Wed 18 Sep 2024, 6.52pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jul 2024, 4.15pm

Closed areas: Campgrounds closed for maintenance

The following campgrounds in Myall Lakes National Park are closed until Wednesday 18 September for winter maintenance:

  • Boomeri campground
  • Brambles Green campground
  • Stewart and Lloyds campground
  • White Tree Bay campground
  • Mungo South campground

Mungo North campground is open.

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

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Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 9.30am to Wed 1 Jan 2025, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jul 2024, 9.33am

Closed parks: Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve and National Park- Pest Control Works

Ben Halls National Park and Nature Reserve will be closed for ground pest control operation

The area will be closed from, Monday 1st of July 2024 to 10am, until the 30th of December 2024 for periodical ground based pest control operations that will be conducted throughout this period.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Barrington Tops Area Office 02 6538 5300.

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Applies from Fri 3 May 2024, 3.57pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Sep 2024, 9.08am

Closed areas: Ferny Creek Road repairs

Road works have begun on Ferny Creek Road and Ferny creek campground access trail. The closure will remian in place due to inclement weather and will re-open as soon as the trail is safe to do so.

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Applies from Wed 12 Oct 2022, 1.02pm to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Mon 26 Aug 2024, 10.41am

Closed areas: Ferny Creek campground closed

Ferny Creek campground is closed until further notice due to a collapsed bridge on the access road.

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Applies from Fri 17 Dec 2021, 7.22pm. Last reviewed: Mon 26 Aug 2024, 10.42am

Safety alerts: Wallingat campground access

Wallingat campground access is off The Lakes Way via Sugar Creek Road and River Road. Do not use Barbies Road or Link Road which are inaccessible to vehicles.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Tue 27 Dec 2022, 12.56pm to Mon 1 Dec 2025, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Aug 2024, 12.20pm

Closed areas: Mungo track detour due to flood damage

The boardwalk between Tamboi trail and Brambles Green campground is permanently closed due to flood damage.

Walkers on the Mungo Track can take the detour at Mungo Brush. Please follow the walking track to the beach and then walk south for 4km. Take the slashed management trail which connects the beach to Mungo Brush Road to re-join the Mungo Track.

For further information, please call Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.

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Applies from Tue 25 Oct 2022, 3.17pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Aug 2024, 11.02am

Closed areas: Little River trail closed due to storm damage

Little River trail in Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park is closed until further notice due to significant storm damage. NPWS is working on repairing the damage as soon as possible.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.

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Applies from Tue 13 Oct 2020, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Aug 2024, 9.28am

Other planned events: Camping at Bretti Reserve

Bretti Reserve is a MidCoast Council managed campground. It is not attached to the National Parks and Wildlife Service Bretti Nature Reserve.

For information about camping at Bretti Reserve please call the MidCoast Visitor Information Centre in Gloucester on 1800 802 692 or follow the link below.

https://barringtoncoast.com.au/directory/bretti-reserve 

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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Aug 2024, 9.28am

Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park

Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It's been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access.

Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300.

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/education/stage-2-geography-earths-environment-copeland-tops/local-alerts

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