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Stage 4 (Years 7-8), History, Murramarang National Park
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Last reviewed: Fri 1 December 2023, 2.38pm
Applies from Mon 20 Mar 2023, 6.00am to Wed 20 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Dec 2023, 2.37pm.
The Durras Mountain loop trail and Pebbly Beach to Durras Mountain walking track are closed from Monday 20 March to Wednesday 20 December 2023 for track maintenance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 4 Sep 2023, 6.00am to Wed 20 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Dec 2023, 2.38pm.
The Snapper Point walking track from Pretty Beach to Snapper Point lookout is closed for maintenance from Monday 4 September to Wednesday 20 December 2023.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Oct 2023, 2.51pm.
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For 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 5 Sep 2023, 12.05pm to Fri 31 May 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Nov 2023, 7.06am.
Fox control operations involving shooting may take place on the following beaches between September 2023 and May 2024:
Access tracks and beach entrances will be closed and signposted prior to shooting operations. Please look out for signs stating the beach is closed if you're visiting these beaches.
Fox control is undertaken by qualified shooters to protect endangered nesting shorebirds and in accordance with shoot plans.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 19 May 2023, 9.58am to Sat 23 Dec 2023, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 Sep 2023, 12.47pm.
A ground baiting program using 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison to control wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between Monday 7 August and Friday 22 December 2023 in Conjola National Park and Murramarang National Park.
1080 warning signage will be placed at the entrances into the baiting locations and every 5km along trails.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and Reserves. 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Neighbouring property owners should restrain any domestic pets to prevent them from entering the baiting locations.
In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, call the NPWS Ulladulla area office on 02 4454 9500.
Applies from Thu 5 May 2022, 3.44pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Nov 2023, 7.07am.
Unsealed roads and vehicle tracks in Murramarang National Park may have significant erosion and damaged sections. A high clearance vehicle and/or 4WD may be required.
North Head Road and the Old Coast Road remain suitable for 2WD vehicles. Road conditions may change at short notice. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Applies from Tue 28 Nov 2023, 11.32am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Nov 2023, 12.16pm
Bendethera campground and associated access trails will be closed until further notice. This is because a severe weather warning for heavy rainfall and damaging winds has been issued for the South Coast.
The following roads and trails leading into Bendethera campground may be severely impacted by this weather event:
Trail surface damage and tree fall is possible on these trails.
Heavy rainfall and strong winds are forecast, with possible flooding expected in some areas. Please note: River and creek levels may rise suddenly and become impassable – do not drive or walk through floodwaters and do not attempt to cross flooded rivers or creeks.
For updated weather information check Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/ and keep up to date by listening to the local ABC radio.
For more information or assistance during Severe Weather contact State Emergence Service on https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/ or in life threatening situations call Emergency Services on Triple Zero 000.
Please check the NPWS website before travelling to Deua National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information visit the NSW National Parks safety page for guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 28 Nov 2023, 11.40am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Nov 2023, 11.56am
Bogola Head Road and Plovers Lane access road will be closed to vehicles until further notice, this is due to road surface damage which may become impassable due to rain.
A severe weather warning for heavy rainfall and damaging winds has been issued for the South Coast on 28.11.2023. Heavy rainfall and strong winds are forecast, with possible flooding expected in some areas.
For updated weather information check Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/ and keep up to date by listening to the local ABC radio.
For more information or assistance during Severe Weather contact State Emergence Service on https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/ or in life threatening situations call Emergency Services on Triple Zero 000.
Please check the NPWS website before travelling to Eurobodalla National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information visit the NSW National Parks safety page for guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 21 Nov 2023, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Nov 2023, 10.10am
Budawangs Wilderness Area walking tracks are heavily overgrown along Mount Tarn Walking Track between Mount Tarn and Hidden Valley track junction, including access to Styles Creek.
Before you enter the bush, Think Before You TREK
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Applies from Mon 16 Oct 2023, 2.46pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Nov 2023, 8.23am
Some parts of this park are closed from Wednesday 25th October to Friday 30 November 2023 while road and track works take place on the following roads:
The closure of the listed roads affects access to - part Tuross Lake (south) and South Tuross Beach. The closed areas will be sign-posted and barriers will be placed at all relevant access points and road users are advised to avoid the area until works are completed.
Roadworks on the following roads has been undertaken and visitors are reminded to drive to road conditions, especially during wet weather. In the event of high rainfall these roads maybe closed at short notice to prevent road damage.
Please follow directions from NPWS officers, NPWS authorised traffic controllers and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Eurobodalla Area Office on 02 4476 0800
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Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Nov 2023, 9.10am
A baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between August 14 2023 to August 14 2024 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. 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 Fri 13 Oct 2023, 1.08pm to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Nov 2023, 4.52pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Saturday 1 July 2023 to Sunday 30 June 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will take place in:
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to 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 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 Mon 13 Nov 2023, 7.00am to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Nov 2023, 8.27am
Grasstree Road in Conjola National Park is closed for bridgeworks from Monday 13 November to Friday 15 December 2023.
Please obey signs and follow directions of NPWS staff and contractors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2023, 10.51am. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Nov 2023, 10.55am
Please note - There is no access to Cooma Road from Fairfield Firetrail. Access via Mackeys lane is private property and not permitted.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office - 02 4476 0800
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Applies from Wed 22 Mar 2023, 3.14pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Nov 2023, 8.25am
Following a landslip, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is currently working to repair Blackfellows Point Road in Eurobodalla National Park. The road remains open, but temporary barriers are in place to restrict access to the affected areas.
Please drive safely, proceed cautiously, and follow the directions of road signs.
For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Wed 21 Sep 2022, 1.29pm to Thu 28 Dec 2023, 1.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Nov 2023, 7.16pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is disposing of used 1080 baits and baiting products in an approved disposal pit on NPWS National Parks land within the Fitzroy Falls area.
The burial of used baits and products will happen from Friday 28 July to Friday 12 January 2024 . All bait material in the pit will be buried under at least 500mm of soil, and clear of waterways so as not to cause pollution of waterways. This is in accordance with the Pesticide Control Order (1080 bait products) 2019.
There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to the disposal pit site.
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.
For more information, email or call the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244.
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Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Oct 2023, 2.51pm
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For 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 Sun 17 Sep 2023, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Oct 2023, 2.26pm
12 Mile road between George Boyd Lookout and Braidwood Road in Morton National Park is closed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.35pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Oct 2023, 2.26pm
Tianjara fire trail is closed. Please do not enter the closed area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 23 Jan 2023, 8.59am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Nov 2023, 8.25pm
Delays on roads in the area including Luncheon Creek Road
Expect short delays. Roadworks will be underway. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.
The roads may be uneven and slippery during this time.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 3 May 2023, 10.38am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Oct 2023, 9.23am
Pooles Beach in Eurobodalla National Park is closed from Wednesday 3rd May until end of September 2023 for repair works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Tue 5 Sep 2023, 12.05pm to Fri 31 May 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Nov 2023, 7.06am
Fox control operations involving shooting may take place on the following beaches between September 2023 and May 2024:
Access tracks and beach entrances will be closed and signposted prior to shooting operations. Please look out for signs stating the beach is closed if you're visiting these beaches.
Fox control is undertaken by qualified shooters to protect endangered nesting shorebirds and in accordance with shoot plans.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 27 Jul 2023, 3.10pm to Fri 22 Dec 2023, 3.10pm. Last reviewed: Sun 17 Sep 2023, 12.49pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program, using meat baits, manufactured baits and Ejectors-CPE's containing 1080 in Meroo National Park from 27/7/23 to 22/12/23 .
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.
Do not touch or interfere with baits or CPE's
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Please contact the local NPWS Ulladulla office for more information on 44549500.
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Applies from Thu 27 Jul 2023, 3.06pm to Fri 22 Dec 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Sun 17 Sep 2023, 12.49pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program, using meat baits, manufactured baits and Ejectors-CPE's containing 1080 in Narrawalle Creek Nature Reserve from 27/7/23 to 22/12/23 .
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.
Do not touch or interfere with baits or CPE's
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Please contact the local NPWS Ulladulla office for more information on 44549500.
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Applies from Fri 19 May 2023, 9.58am to Sat 23 Dec 2023, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 Sep 2023, 12.47pm
A ground baiting program using 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison to control wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between Monday 7 August and Friday 22 December 2023 in Conjola National Park and Murramarang National Park.
1080 warning signage will be placed at the entrances into the baiting locations and every 5km along trails.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and Reserves. 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Neighbouring property owners should restrain any domestic pets to prevent them from entering the baiting locations.
In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, call the NPWS Ulladulla area office on 02 4454 9500.
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Applies from Mon 1 May 2023, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Oct 2023, 9.58am
The Gulp Road section of Morton National Park is closed due to ongoing wet weather, it will be re-opened after it has been assessed as suitable for vehicle access.
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Applies from Wed 1 Mar 2023, 5.15pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 12.57pm
Walking track from Dimocks Creek Carpark on Mark Morton Road through to Glow Worm Glen in the Bundanoon Precinct of Morton National Park is closed until further notice as track repairs and infrastructure replacement works following the 2019/20 wildfires are in the final stages. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Glow Worm Glen can be alternatively accessed from Council Land at the end of William Street, Bundanoon.
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Applies from Sun 17 Jul 2022, 7.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Nov 2023, 11.56am
Access to the base of Erith Coal Mine is closed until further notice, due to a landslide.
Access is blocked at the creek crossing and from the creek down the metal staircase to the bottom of the falls is closed.
The Erith Coal Mine loop part of the walking track is open from the Camping Ground to the Erith Coal Mine carpark.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 14 Mar 2022, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Nov 2023, 11.56am
Nicholas Pass track is closed from its junction with the base of Fairy Bower Falls walking track to Ampitheatre Lookout until further notice due to a landslide and rock fall event.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 12.06pm
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 Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 12.58pm
All access to the base of Belmore Falls is permanently closed, including from Hindmarsh and Belmore Falls lookouts and picnic areas.
Access is also closed to the top of Belmore Falls, including from the Belmore Falls Road causeway. This closure is to protect visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 1 Dec 2020, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 Sep 2023, 8.44am
Bendethera Caves walking track and caves access is closed until further notice due to ongoing bushfire and flood recovery works - all track markers were destroyed by fire. It's dangerous to walk off designated tracks in Karst areas. Please do not enter this area.
Please follow the directions on closure signs and do not enter any cordoned-off areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 1.41pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Oct 2023, 8.51am
Due to damage to infrastructure and trees during the 2019/2020 fires, the Penance Grove Boardwalk and Walking Track are permanently closed.
For more information, please contact the Narooma NPWS office on (02) 4476 0800
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Applies from Thu 24 Feb 2022, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Oct 2023, 9.24am
Remediation roadworks have completed on sections of Araluen Road previously closed to traffic in the Eurobodalla Shire. However, Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council have identified sections of Araluen Road that require urgent slope stabilisation works and will be implementing temporary daytime closures on the western section of Araluen Road with targeted completion date being in October 2023. This may impact access to the following campgrounds along Deua River in Deua National Park from the western approach (via Braidwood/Majors Creek/Araluen):
For more information and updates regarding closures on Araluen Road, please visit the QPRC website Araluen Road flood damage repairs - Queanbeyan-Palerang (nsw.gov.au) or call on 1300 735 025.
To assist with planning your trip, please visit Livetraffic.com for updates on any road closures and safety alerts.
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Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Oct 2023, 9.23am
Within Deua National Park some trails are not suitable for trailer access. National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has had advisory signs in place for some time to encourage people towing 4WD trailers to avoid some of the steeper, harder-to-maintain trails in the park. However, inappropriate use of signposted trails by 4WDs towing trailers is continuing, and is causing ongoing damage. Therefore, NPWS is now prohibiting the use of trailers on the following trails in Deua National Park:
It is now an offence to tow trailers on these trails. The penalty for towing trailers on these trails is a $300 penalty infringement notice, or higher if the matter is taken to court.
By keeping trailers away from these identified trails, you benefit everyone by reducing:
Trailer access to Bendethera is still available from Moruya via Little Sugarloaf Road and Bendethera trail. From Braidwood, this increases travel time by about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
For more information, please contact NPWS Narooma on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Wed 21 Oct 2015, 11.57am to Fri 28 May 2027, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Nov 2023, 9.03am
Bingi Dreaming track crosses openings to several Intermittently Closed and Open Coastal Lakes and Lagoons (ICOLLS). Openings of these lakes and lagoons are often unpredictable and can be quite dramatic. Please be aware that although lakes are usually only open for short periods (weeks), they can be impassable when open.
The Coila Lake opening is at the southern end of Bingi Dreaming track. Please check if this lake is open before you set out. If the opening is impassable, you won't be able to access the village of Tuross to complete the walk.
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Applies from Thu 18 Nov 2021, 10.47am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Dec 2023, 9.11am
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.
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Applies from Fri 30 Dec 2022, 9.37am to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 9.38am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Nov 2023, 9.03am
Access to The Big Hole walking track requires a river crossing of the Shoalhaven River.
During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossing may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly.
NPWS advises walkers to plan ahead and check the river levels in real time at NSW Office of Water - Real Time Water Data (waternsw.com.au) before setting out.
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Applies from Fri 18 Nov 2022, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Nov 2023, 9.21am
Please use extreme caution if traversing the river crossings and check weather conditions regularly prior to your trip in this area.
During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossings in to the Bendethera Valley campgrounds may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river in vehicles to access the campgrounds during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly. It is never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. You should check the weather forecast and NPWS website for advice prior to setting out to this remote campground, and if severe weather is forecast, reconsider your trip.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/education/stage-4-history-then-now-aboriginal-culture-murramarang-national-park/local-alerts
Murramarang National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. The park has pay machines - cash and credit cards accepted. Card only at Pretty Beach.
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