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Yanga Lake paddle

Yanga National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Fri 9 January 2026, 1.23pm

Applies from Fri 19 Dec 2025, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jan 2026, 1.23pm.

Safety alerts: Red Alert - Blue Green Algae - Yanga Lake

There is currently a RED alert for toxic Blue-Green Algae for Yanga Lake. 

Regatta Beach Picnic Area, is still open but contact with the water should be avoided. Algae may be toxic to humans and animals. Contact with or use of water from red alert areas should be avoided due to the risk of eye and skin irritation. Drinking untreated or boiled water from these supplies can cause stomach upsets. Alternative water supplies should be sought or activated carbon treatment employed to remove toxins. People should not fish when an algal scum is present.

Further Information is available at http://www.waternsw.com.au/algae or call the park office on 03 5021 8988.

Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 8.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 2.04pm.

Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban

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:

  • 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 Mon 5 Jan 2026, 2.00pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 1.24pm

Safety alerts: Variable condition of unsealed Council access roads

Council-managed access roads to Mungo National Park are unsealed and in variable condition. Before travelling on any unsealed roads, please check road condition reports for Balranald, Wentworth and Central Darling Shires. Do not travel on closed Council roads.

There are numerous access routes to Mungo National Park and conditions can change quickly due to the weather.

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Applies from Fri 19 Dec 2025, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jan 2026, 1.23pm

Safety alerts: Red Alert - Blue Green Algae - Yanga Lake

There is currently a RED alert for toxic Blue-Green Algae for Yanga Lake. 

Regatta Beach Picnic Area, is still open but contact with the water should be avoided. Algae may be toxic to humans and animals. Contact with or use of water from red alert areas should be avoided due to the risk of eye and skin irritation. Drinking untreated or boiled water from these supplies can cause stomach upsets. Alternative water supplies should be sought or activated carbon treatment employed to remove toxins. People should not fish when an algal scum is present.

Further Information is available at http://www.waternsw.com.au/algae or call the park office on 03 5021 8988.

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Applies from Thu 6 Nov 2025, 2.03pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Dec 2025, 1.42pm

Closed areas: Murray Valley NP - Millewa precinct - south of Tocumwal Road - Partial opening

From December 19th 2025 to January 4th 2026 access to some campgrounds along the Murray River will be permitted. Sites along Millewa River Road from Nine Panel campground/Regulator, west of Fisherman's Bend Road and upstream to Toupna Crossing Road intersection will be open to camping. Campgrounds upstream of this area will remain closed until 1st April 2026.

The available campgrounds include; Nine panel, Fisherman's Bend, Turtle, Kangaroo, Hooked Leaf Wattle, Cherry Tree, Potts Creek, Mary Ada and 1818.

Campgrounds north of the Tocumwal Road and within the Gulpa Island and Moira precincts, north and south will remain open. Please check the online Murray Valley campground booking site, Search camping and accommodation | NSW National s for available locations.

Please follow directions as penalties apply. 

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Applies from Thu 11 Dec 2025, 4.04pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 11.18am

Safety alerts: Moira Precinct - Swifts Creek Rd CLOSED

Due to a high Murray River, Swifts Creek Road is CLOSED. Following the Narrows (River) Road will provide access to Swifts Creek campground.

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Applies from Tue 9 Dec 2025, 3.21pm to Fri 6 Feb 2026, 3.25pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 8.57am

Other incidents: Drone Flights - Millewa Wetland Assessment December 2025 & January 2026

Murray Valley National park - Millewa wetlands will have drones assessing their status over 2 periods, 8th - 18th December 2025 & the 27 January to 6th February 2026. The drone movement is approved and will capture essential data for the management of wetland species.

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Applies from Mon 8 Dec 2025, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jan 2026, 1.23pm

Safety alerts: Traffic Alert - Waugorah Road

There is currently major construction activity in Yanga National Park resulting in increased heavy haulage truck activity on the public road leading to Woolpress Bend Campground. Caution should be exercised to allow for this traffic. There are also sections of road-surface damage including bridge approaches. People accessing Woolpress Bend Campground should exercise caution and drive to the conditions.

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Applies from Thu 11 Jul 2024, 12.10pm to Sat 31 Jan 2026, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Sat 10 Jan 2026, 8.48am

Closed areas: Mungo lakebed (bike) trail closed

The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.

The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open for use.

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

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Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 8.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 2.04pm

Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban

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:

  • 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.

Affects 9 parks nearby. Show list

Applies from Thu 5 Dec 2024, 8.44am to Sat 31 Jan 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 9.07am

Closed areas: Mungo Self Guided Drive Tour closed at Red Top lookout

The Mungo Self Guided Drive Tour is closed at Red Top lookout. 

The Walls Road and Pastoral Loop are open to the key attractions of Mungo lunette (Walls of China), Red Top lookout boardwalk and Zanci homestead/woolshed precinct.

Belah campground remains closed. This closure will continue until the road surface has been repaired.

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

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Applies from Thu 20 Nov 2025, 12.58pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 10.27am

Safety alerts: Muray Valley National Park - Moira precinct - Water over Algeoboia road

Water is over Algeboia Road due to the high Murray River. Access via Dora Creek Rd, Rushy Rd and River Rd through Moira precinct is CLOSED. Please obey signage as penalties apply.

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Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 8.56am

Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban - NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service, Riverina Area

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:

  • 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.

Affects 3 parks nearby. Show list

Applies from Mon 8 Apr 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 11.19am

Safety alerts: Bridge Closed - Millewa River Road

Millewa River Road is CLOSED from the entrance at Millewa Road intersection to Clay Island Road intersection due to "Black & White" Bridge being unsafe for vehicles.

Please follow signage as penalties do apply.

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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/things-to-do/canoeing-paddling-experiences/yanga-lake-paddle/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Yanga National Park in the Murray-Riverina region
  • Yanga National Park is open Sunrise to Sunset but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

    Yanga Homestead Precinct is open 8.30am - 4.30pm.

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Emergency services

For all NSW fires visit the Rural Fire Service

For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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