Last reviewed: Tue 11 November 2025, 9.19am
Applies from Mon 21 Jul 2025, 9.30am to Sun 30 Nov 2025, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Oct 2025, 8.19am.
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
Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 8.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 9.19am.
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:
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 10 Nov 2025, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Nov 2025, 9.19am
Access to Woolpress Bend Campground is being impacted by minor flooding and is closed. Reopening is subject to river levels and drying time and may take several weeks. For more information please contact the Yanga Park office on 03 5021 8988.
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Applies from Thu 6 Nov 2025, 2.03pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Nov 2025, 2.32pm
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 Mon 21 Jul 2025, 9.30am to Sun 30 Nov 2025, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Oct 2025, 8.19am
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 26 Jun 2025, 2.56pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 1.20pm
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 Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 9.14am
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: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 9.19am
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:
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 13 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Sep 2025, 8.49am
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:
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: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 3.00pm
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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Applies from Thu 11 Jul 2024, 12.10pm to Sat 31 Jan 2026, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 9.14am
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 Thu 5 Dec 2024, 8.44am to Sat 31 Jan 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 9.14am
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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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
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.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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