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Applies from Tue 22 Oct 2019, 3.14pm to Fri 8 Nov 2019, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Oct 2019, 3.21pm
Closed areas: Nepean lookout and Red Hands Cave trail closed
Nepean lookout fire trail in Blue Mountains National Park is closed for trail maintenance from Monday 4 November to Friday 8 November 2019. This means there will be no access to the following areas:
- Pisgah Rock and fire trail
- Nepean lookout
- Jack Evans track
- Red Hands Cave fire trail
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Tue 22 Oct 2019, 2.33pm to Thu 31 Oct 2019, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Oct 2019, 2.11pm
Closed areas: Nepean lookout trail closed
Nepean lookout fire trail in Blue Mountains National Park is closed for trail maintenance from Monday 28 October to Thursday 31 October 2019. This means there will be no access to the following areas:
- Pisgah Rock and fire trail
- Nepean lookout
- Jack Evans track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 21 Oct 2019, 7.20am to Mon 30 Mar 2020, 7.20am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Oct 2019, 3.05pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban - Blue Mountains National Park
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.
However, the following campgrounds are exempt during this period:
- Euroka campground
- Burralow campground
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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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 Sun 20 Oct 2019, 12.17pm. Last reviewed: Sun 20 Oct 2019, 3.50pm
Fires - Advice: Rocklilly Rd, Wombeyan Caves
There is a fire in this park called Rocklilly Rd, Wombeyan Caves. 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 23 Oct 2019, 6.00am to Thu 24 Oct 2019, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 18 Oct 2019, 4.43pm
Closed areas: Wentworth Falls tracks closed
Some walking tracks will be closed in the Wentworth Falls area to allow helicopter to deliver materials for walking track upgrades. The closed areas are:
- Wentworth Pass
- Shortcut track between Conservation Hut and Murphy's Lane
- Valley of the Waters track
- Empress Falls
- Queen Victoria lookout
- Empress lookout
- Breakfast Point lookout
- Den Fenella lookout.
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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2019, 9.49am to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 9.45am. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Oct 2019, 11.14am
Fire bans: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in:
- Abercrombie River National Park
- Abercrombie River State Conservation Area
This park fire ban 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:
- 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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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.
Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2019, 1.16pm to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Oct 2019, 2.19pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban - Wollemi National Park
A park fire ban is in place in this park from Sunday 1 September 2019 and remains in effect until Tuesday 31 March 2020.
However Dunns Swamp, Newnes,Coorongooba, Burralow and Colo Meroo campgrounds are exempt.
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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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.
Applies from Fri 4 Oct 2019, 7.59am to Mon 30 Dec 2019, 7.57am. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Oct 2019, 2.27pm
Safety alerts: Kanangra to Katoomba walk - water availability alert
Walkers undertaking the Kanangra to Katoomba walk need to be aware that current water availability is very low at Dexs and Mobbs Swamp campgrounds. It is expected that water at these sites will dry up completely within the next couple of weeks. Walkers should not rely on these sites for replenishment of water supplies. The only reliable water on the K2K walk is located on the Coxes River.
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Applies from Thu 26 Sep 2019, 2.23pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Oct 2019, 2.10pm
Other incidents: Access to Dunphys campground restricted - Galong Creek bridge, Megalong Road, gross load limit
The Gross Load Limit on the timber bridge over Galong Creek in Blue Mountains National Park is 2.5 tonne. This will restrict access to Dunphys campground. For more information call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2019, 1.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Sep 2019, 10.38am
Fire bans: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in all areas of this park from Monday 14 October 2019 to Tuesday 31 March 2020. 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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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.
Applies from Fri 13 Sep 2019, 11.54am to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 11.51am. Last reviewed: Sun 13 Oct 2019, 12.06pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park from Sunday 1 September 2019 and remains in effect until Tuesday 31 March 2020.
Big Yango House and Blue Gums, Mountain Arm, Mogo and Finchley campgrounds are exempt.
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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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.
Applies from Fri 13 Sep 2019, 11.50am to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 11.44am. Last reviewed: Sun 13 Oct 2019, 12.08pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park from Sunday 1 September 2019 and remains in effect until Tuesday 31 March 2020.
Heartbreak Hill campground is exempt.
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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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.
Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2019, 12.16pm to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2019, 12.21pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park from Sunday 1 September 2019 and remains in effect until Tuesday 31 March 2020. 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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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.
Applies from Wed 21 Aug 2019, 6.00am to Fri 13 Dec 2019, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Oct 2019, 8.42am
Closed areas: Overcliff track closed
Overcliff track will be closed for maintenance from Wednesday 21 August to Friday 13 December 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre in Blackheath on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Sun 14 Jul 2019, 5.47pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Oct 2019, 9.22am
Closed areas: Amphitheatre track closed
Amphitheatre track is closed between Fern Bower and Leura Cascades Round walk due to a rockfall and the risk of further instability at the site. This closure means that the Leura Cascades and Fern Bower Circuit walk are not possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Blackheath Heritage Information Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Wed 24 Apr 2019, 10.53am to Wed 30 Oct 2019, 10.53am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 May 2019, 3.29pm
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be undertaking a wild dog and fox control program in Parr State Conservation Area. Canid Pest Ejectors will be laid from Monday 30 April to Wednesday 30 October 2019. Do not touch baits or ejector devices.
1080 poison is lethal to dogs and cats. Park visitors and neighbours are reminded that domestic animals are not permitted in national parks or nature reserves at any time. It is recommended that you tie your dogs up during this time if they like to roam. If you suspect your domestic dog has been in the park and triggered an ejector, take them to a vet immediately. Warning signs will be displayed to notify park visitors.
For more information, call the NPWS Bulga office on 02 6538 5300.
Applies from Wed 24 Apr 2019, 10.46am to Wed 30 Oct 2019, 10.46am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 May 2019, 3.28pm
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be undertaking a wild dog and fox control program in Yengo National Park. Ejectors and baits will be laid in the park from Monday 30 April to Wednesday 30 October 2019. The program will use Canid Pest Ejectors and meat baits. Do not touch baits or ejector devices.
1080 poison is lethal to dogs and cats. Visitors and neighbours are reminded that domestic animals are not permitted in national parks or nature reserves at any time. It is recommended that you tie your dogs up during this time if they like to roam. If you suspect your domestic dog has been in the park and triggered an ejector or taken a bait, take them to a vet immediately. Warning signs will be displayed to notify park visitors.
For more information, call the NPWS Bulga office on 02 6538 5300.
Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Dec 2018, 3.47pm
Closed parks: Kemps Creek Nature Reserve closed
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 2 Oct 2018, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Oct 2019, 1.42pm
Closed areas: Ingar campground closed
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 Sun 22 Oct 2017, 12.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Oct 2019, 2.11pm
Closed areas: Prince Henry Cliff walking track - between Leura Cascades and Solitary restaurant
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 Round Walk. Visitors can also walk from Leura Cascades to Solitary restaurant adjacent Cliff Drive but should be wary of traffic.
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 Wed 13 Dec 2017, 11.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Mar 2018, 4.22pm
Closed areas: Partial closure of Batsh camp
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 14 Oct 2019, 2.17pm
Closed areas: National Pass closed
National Pass remains closed between Valley of Waters and Slacks Stairs. The closure is indefinite following a serious rockfall in November 2017 which killed a worker and seriously injured two others. The area of the rockfall remains dangerous and the subject of external investigation. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is reviewing how such geological hazards and visitor access can be managed. Visitors can access the base of the Wentworth Falls below the Grand Stairs. 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 Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Oct 2016, 9.23am
Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed
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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