Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Mon 8 December 2025, 2.04pm
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.
Applies from Mon 1 Dec 2025, 7.48am
to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 7.49am.
Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 7.50am.
Safety alerts: Blue green algae (Amber alert) for Yanga Lake
There is currently a Blue Green Algae AMBER alert for Yanga Lake.
The water may have a green tinge and musty or organic taste and odour.
Generally suitable for water sports, however people are advised to exercise caution in these areas.
For more information, visit WaterNSW Algae Alerts
Nearby alerts
Applies from Mon 8 Dec 2025, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Dec 2025, 11.24am
Fires - Advice: Bowls Kilns Rd Fire
There is a fire in this park called Bowls Kilns Rd Fire. 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 Tue 9 Dec 2025, 8.48am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Dec 2025, 10.52am
Safety alerts: FIre -Gulpa Island precinct - Bowls Kiln Rd
There is an active fire in the Bowls Kiln Rd area. For safety reasons visitors are advised to stay away.
- Bowls Kiln campground is CLOSED until further notice.
.Continue to check this alert page before you travel. Be prepared for changes to your visit.
Please obey all directions and signage, penalties do apply.
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Applies from Tue 9 Dec 2025, 3.21pm to Fri 6 Feb 2026, 3.25pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 4.04pm
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: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 3.41pm
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: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 2.04pm
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 Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 2.04pm
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 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.
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Applies from Mon 1 Dec 2025, 7.48am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 7.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 7.50am
Safety alerts: Blue green algae (Amber alert) for Yanga Lake
There is currently a Blue Green Algae AMBER alert for Yanga Lake.
The water may have a green tinge and musty or organic taste and odour.
Generally suitable for water sports, however people are advised to exercise caution in these areas.
For more information, visit WaterNSW Algae Alerts
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Applies from Thu 5 Dec 2024, 8.44am to Sat 31 Jan 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Nov 2025, 1.54pm
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 8 Dec 2025, 4.43pm
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 Thu 6 Nov 2025, 2.03pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 4.43pm
Closed areas: Murray Valley NP - Millewa precinct - south of Tocumwal Road - CLOSED
The Millewa precinct south of the Tocumwal Road will be closed to all traffic due to road and infrastructure works taking place. This area will remain closed until 1st April 2026. Other 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 Parks for available locations.
Please follow signage as there are penalties that apply.
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Applies from Thu 26 Jun 2025, 2.56pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 4.43pm
Other incidents: Murray Valley National Park - Toupna Crossing Road - CLOSED from 14 August, 2025.
Access to the Murray Valley National Park via Toupna Crossing Road is closed. The gate at the Park entrance is locked.
The Park access is closed is closed due to unseasonal river flow heights.
Please obey all signage. Penalties do apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Sep 2025, 8.49am
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.
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Applies from Mon 8 Apr 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Nov 2025, 10.56am
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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