Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Tue 7 April 2026, 5.06pm
Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 5.03pm
to Sun 19 Apr 2026, 7.00pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 5.06pm.
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban, Wallingat, Myall Lakes and Tapin Tops National Parks
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect until midnight Sunday 19th April 2026, 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:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
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.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Apr 2026, 9.28am
Closed areas: Yacaaba Headland walking track partial closure
Yacaaba Headland walking track, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Hawks Nest, is open to a viewing point. Beyond this point the track is closed for visitor safety.
Yacaaba Spit track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.
Penalties may apply for non-compliance. For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 8.26pm
Closed areas: Flood affected areas within Myall Lakes National Park
The following areas in Myall Lakes National Park are temporarily closed due to flood impacts:
- Dees Corner campground
- Joes Cove campground
- White Tree Bay campground and picnic area
NPWS is working to reopen these areas as soon as possible.
For more information, call the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
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Applies from Fri 10 Apr 2026, 11.08am to Fri 17 Apr 2026, 11.09am. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 11.11am
Safety alerts: Worimi Conservation Lands -Beachfront Driving Caution
Visitors are advised to always exercise caution whilst driving on beach front, conditions can change rapidly due to hazardous weather, surf and tides.
- Driving within one hour either side of high tide is not recommended due to increased risk from changing weather and ocean conditions.
- Subject to assessment- Consult website for the most current advice HOME - Worimi Conservation Lands
- If the beach becomes impassable, safely turn around and backtrack along your original route to exit. Do not drive over frontal dunes or vegetation, as this is prohibited and penalties apply.
For further information, please contact the NPWS Hunter Coast Office on (02) 4984 8200
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Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 5.03pm to Sun 19 Apr 2026, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 5.06pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban, Wallingat, Myall Lakes and Tapin Tops National Parks
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect until midnight Sunday 19th April 2026, 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:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
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 31 Mar 2026, 12.40pm to Mon 20 Apr 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Apr 2026, 8.41am
Safety alerts: Worimi Beach Is Unsafe for Swimming
Worimi beach is not suitable for swimming due to hazardous surf conditions.
- Beaches in this park are not patrolled by lifeguards and can have strong rips and currents.
- The safest place to swim is at a patrolled beach, between the red and yellow flags.
- Check the Beachsafe website to find the nearest patrolled beaches- Birubi Beach at Anna Bay is the nearest lifeguard patrolled beach.
These beach safety tips will help you and your family stay safe in the water.
For more information, contact the local NPWS -Anna Bay office 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jan 2026, 12.43pm
Closed areas: Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site closed
The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site is closed to pedestrian access for public safety reasons. Please do not enter the site under any circumstances.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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