Applies from Wed 25 Dec 2019, 8.07pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Aug 2021, 11.26am

Closed areas: Blue Mountains National Park - closed areas

All campgrounds and campsites listed on our website require a booking to be made before you visit. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.

The following areas of Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to bushfire or storm damage, road or track works:

Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls

• Part of National Pass from Valley of Waters to Slacks Stairs, due to ongoing rockfall risk.
• Amphitheatre track from the base of Bridal Veil falls to Fern Bower, due to ongoing rockfall risk.
• Lindemans Pass is closed where it crosses Leura Falls Creek, due to track works.
• Part of Prince Henry Cliff walk between Leura Cascades and the Bridal Veil View East lookout track junction is closed Mondays to Fridays only, for track maintenance. There is no pedestrian access between Katoomba and Leura within the national park. Walkers accessing Leura Cascades from the east must return by the same route.
• Part of Prince Henry Cliff walk between the Fern Bower junction and Tallawalla lookout is closed due to a major landslide and track maintenance. Walkers can exit/enter via Silver Mist picnic area. (Note: Walkers can still access Fern Bower via Solitary Restaurant.)
• Prince Henry Cliff walk between Gordon Falls lookout and Olympian lookout, due to landslides. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
• Charles Darwin walk north of Weeping Rock circuit. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
• Murphys Glen (campground and picnic area), Bedford Road and Bedford Creek trail are closed for road surface upgrades. They're expected to open Saturday 7th August, weather depending. 
• Andersons fire trail is closed to all traffic, cyclists and walkers from Kings Tableland Road to Bedford Creek from Monday 12 July 2021 to Monday 30 August 2021 August for trail repair works.
• Ingar Road is closed where it traverses private property at the end of Queen Elizabeth Drive. Ingar campground is therefore closed to vehicles. Walkers and cyclists permitted where they do not traverse private property.
• Six Foot track is closed where managed by Crown Lands due to COVID-19. NPWS-managed sections are open. 

Blackheath, Medlow Bath, Megalong Valley,  Mount Victoria and Bells Line

• Govetts Leap descent and Rodriguez Pass walking track, due to fire damage to infrastructure and landslides after storms.
• Perrys Lookdown campground, due to dangerous tree.
• Walls Cave, Popes Glen and Pulpit Rock tracks are closed due to fire and flood damage and associated repairs.
• Pierces Pass Road is closed due to storm damage. Walkers and cyclists permitted. 
• Pt Pilcher Rd will be closed at the gate from 7am Monday 2nd August until 5pm Friday 7 August for road repairs. Closure includes cyclists and pedestrians.   

Canyons and rock climbing areas

• Pulpit Rock climbing area and all other areas that require access along closed walking tracks or roads.
• Wollangambe 1 Canyon closed due to a dangerous whirlpool.

Note: All canyons except Wollangambe 1 are open. Visitors should exercise caution, as recent flooding may have left debris or moved rocks.

If you arrive at your local national park or other public space and it is too crowded to practice social distancing, it's your responsibility to leave the area. 

To check which areas are closed, click the 'Show list' button on the Blue Mountains National Park page alert.

For further information call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Acacia Flat campground
  • Andersons trail
  • Blue Gum Forest
  • Charles Darwin walk
  • Dardanelles Pass loop walking track
  • Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Stairway
  • Federal Pass
  • Furber Steps-Scenic Railway walking track
  • Govetts Leap descent
  • Ingar campground
  • Leura Cascades Fern Bower circuit
  • Leura Cascades picnic area
  • Murphys Glen campground
  • National Pass
  • Perrys lookdown campground
  • Perrys lookdown to Blue Gum Forest walking track
  • Prince Henry Cliff walk
  • Pulpit Rock lookout
  • Pulpit walking track
  • Rodriguez Pass walking track
  • Six Foot track
  • Wentworth Falls to Woodford via Ingar campground
  • Woodford Station to Murphys Glen campground

Applies from Thu 5 Aug 2021, 8.15am to Mon 9 Aug 2021, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Aug 2021, 9.47am

Closed areas: Bunnings and Jamison fire trails closed

The Bunnings and Jamison fire trails are closed for essential maintenance from Thursday 5 August to Monday 9 August 2021.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Richmond office on 02 4588 2400.

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 11.09am to Fri 6 Aug 2021, 11.15am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Jul 2021, 5.25pm

Closed areas: Grand Canyon track closed

Grand Canyon track is closed for urgent safety works from Monday 2 August to and including Friday 6 August 2021.  

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

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Grand Canyon track

Applies from Sat 26 Jun 2021, 5.24pm to Sat 28 Aug 2021, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jul 2021, 2.22pm

Closed areas: Campgrounds closed due to COVID restrictions

Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.

A number of NPWS campgrounds have been closed due to the COVID restrictions. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • 4WD Oberon Colong historic stock route
  • Acacia Flat campground
  • Burralow Creek campground and picnic area
  • Dunphys campground
  • Euroka campground
  • Government Town campground
  • Ingar campground
  • Kedumba River Crossing campground
  • Murphys Glen campground
  • Perrys lookdown campground
  • Wentworth Falls to Woodford via Ingar campground
  • Woodford Station to Murphys Glen campground

Applies from Fri 16 Jul 2021, 4.01pm to Sat 28 Aug 2021, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jul 2021, 2.21pm

Closed parks: Park closed due to COVID-19

Yerranderie Regional Park is closed due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW.

Visitors to National Parks should consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures and check NPWS Alerts for up-to-date information before visiting a park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Applies from Fri 16 Jul 2021, 3.33pm to Sat 28 Aug 2021, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jul 2021, 2.20pm

Closed parks: Park closed due to COVID-19

Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is closed due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW.

Visitors to National Parks should consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures and check NPWS Alerts for up-to-date information before visiting a park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Sat 26 Jun 2021, 7.09pm to Sat 28 Aug 2021, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jul 2021, 2.19pm

Safety alerts: Glenbrook precinct closed to vehicles

Glenbrook precinct is closed to vehicles due to COVID-19 restrictions. Parking is available at the main park entry gate. 

Euroka campground is closed.

Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please review the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Blue Pool walking track
  • Euroka campground
  • Glenbrook Gorge track
  • Jack Evans walking track
  • Jellybean track
  • Nepean lookout
  • Nepean River walking track
  • Portal lookout
  • Red Hands Cave
  • Red Hands Cave walking track - Blue Mountains National Park
  • Tunnel View lookout
  • Woodford – Oaks trail

Applies from Sat 26 Jun 2021, 6.05pm to Sat 28 Aug 2021, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jul 2021, 2.18pm

Closed areas: Blue Mountains Heritage Centre closed

The Blue Mountains Heritage Centre is closed to visitors due to the COVID restrictions. You can still call the Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877 during office hours or phone 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
  • Blue Mountains Heritage Centre

Applies from Fri 2 Jul 2021, 9.17am to Sun 15 Aug 2021, 9.17am. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Jul 2021, 2.20pm

Other planned events: Pest control program

A ground-based pest management program is happening in this park from Friday 2 July to Sunday 15 August 2021. The program is targeting feral pigs and aims to reduce their impact on water quality and biodiversity. There may be temporary changes to access.

For more information please call the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area Glenbrook office on 02 4720 6200.

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• Nattai National Park
  • Starlights trail

Applies from Thu 27 Aug 2020, 4.20pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 Jul 2021, 3.41pm

Closed parks: Guula Ngurra National Park closed

Guula Ngurra National Park is closed. NSW National Parks plans to open the park within the next 3 months, after building works and campground facilities are completed. This closure will be reviewed on Monday 31 July 2021.

Only the Mount Penang section of Guula Ngurra is open, including Mount Penang loop walk, which was formerly part of Bangadilly National Park.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.

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• Guula Ngurra National Park

Applies from Sat 26 Jun 2021, 7.51am to Tue 30 Nov 2021, 7.52am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jul 2021, 1.52pm

Other planned events: Poison 1080 wild dog and fox control program notice

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a strategic ground and aerial baiting program for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The operations will involve the use of meat, manufactured products and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE’s) containing Poison 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate). The program will be continuous and ongoing from  Saturday 26 June 2021 to Thursday 30 November 2021 in the following parks, reserves and state conservation areas:

• Abercrombie National Park and State Conservation Area
• Gardens of Stone National Park
• Wollemi National Park
• Blue Mountains National Park
• Turon National Park
• Marrangaroo National Park
• Mares Forest National Park
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
• Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve

These programs have been designed to meet NPWS priority conservation and state focused biosecurity issues. All baiting locations will be signposted.

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.

For further information, call the NPWS Kanangra area on 02 6336 6200.

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• Abercrombie River National Park
• Blue Mountains National Park
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
• Mares Forest National Park

Applies from Thu 26 Mar 2020, 2.47pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jul 2021, 9.34am

Closed areas: Campgrounds closed

The following campgrounds remain closed due to fire and/or flood damage:

• Parr State Conservation Area
  • Heartbreak Hill campground
• Wollemi National Park
  • Colo Meroo campground
• Yengo National Park
  • Blue Gums campground
  • Mountain Arm campground
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
  • Dingo Dell

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.

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• Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Applies from Wed 23 Jun 2021, 12.49pm to Fri 28 Jan 2022, 12.50pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Jun 2021, 2.18pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 fox baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program using meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Monday 28 June and Tuesday 28 December 2021 in Nattai National Park.

All baiting locations will be 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.

For further information please call the NPWS Glenbrook area office on 02 4720 6200.

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• Nattai National Park

Applies from Thu 13 May 2021, 8.00am to Wed 17 Nov 2021, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Jun 2021, 3.37pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing aerial and ground baiting program in this park from Monday 17 May to Wednesday 17 November 2021. The operation will involve the use of meat baits, meat bait products and ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

This program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, especially after the recent extensive bushfires, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock. This program is carried out as part of the following Blue Mountains Branch Pest Management Strategies: Western Hunter Wild Dog Management Plan, Central Hunter Wild Dog Management Plan & Post Fire Aerial Baiting Program.

All baiting locations will be identified 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information please email or call the NPWS Bulga Office on (02) 6574 5555

Applies from Fri 26 Mar 2021, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Apr 2021, 2.56pm

Safety alerts: Advanced navigation required for Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) track

Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) track has been damaged by fire, storms and flooding. The trail is overgrown with significant understorey brush and grass growth.

Fallen trees, vegetation covered loose rocks and burnt out stump holes may result in slips, trips and falls. Advanced navigation skills are required to undertake this trail.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 May 2021, 3.43pm

Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed

Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes 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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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Sun 28 Mar 2021, 8.17am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Apr 2021, 11.03am

Safety alerts: Mount Solitary/Ruined Castle walking tracks affected by flood

Mount Solitary and Ruined Castle walking tracks are flood affected. Caution is advised when entering these areas. Hazards that may be present include fallen trees, washed-out drainage and creek lines, landslides, unstable surfaces and changes to track condition.

A high level of preparedness is required. Please exercise caution in remote areas.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Federal Pass
  • Mount Solitary walking track

Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.33pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.52pm

Other planned events: Abercrombie River National Park - campground bookings

If you plan to stay at an NPWS campground after 1 June 2020 you'll need to make a booking first. This also applies to campgrounds that did not require bookings previously.

If you can't find your preferred campground on a webpage for Abercrombie River National Park, please check this list of lesser-known campgrounds and make your booking.

If you're still unable to find your preferred campground phone 1300 072 757.

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• Abercrombie River National Park