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Applies from Mon 24 Nov 2025, 7.00am to Fri 3 Jul 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Apr 2026, 6.42am
Closed areas: Area closed for conservation works
The Devines Hill section of the Old Great North Road is closed from Monday 24 November to Friday 3 July 2026 while conservation works are being undertaken.
The Devines Hill section is from Settlers Road to Shepherds Gully Road. Alternate entry points to the Old Great North Road via Finchs Line and Shepherds Gully Road remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Signage installed on closed section. For more information, contact the Wollemi - Yengo Area Office - (02) 6574 5555.
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Applies from Thu 23 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 7.55am
Safety alerts: Road works on Old Bulga Road and Little Darkey Camp Trail
Scheduled road works are to occur on Old Bulga Road and Little Darkey Camp Trail in Yengo National Park from Thursday 23 April 2026 to Friday 29 May 2026. Trail will remain open, however users are advised that machinery will be present and working onsite. Users are to follow all safety signs along trail.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Wed 22 Apr 2026, 3.31pm to Wed 1 Jul 2026, 3.33pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 3.08pm
Closed areas: Somersby NPWS Office Temporarily Closed
The National Parks office at Somersby will be closed to the public from 22nd April for approximately 10 weeks while construction works are underway. Customer enquiries can still be made by phone or by visiting our Lake Munmorah office at 1 Blue Wren Dr, Wybung NSW 2259.
For further information please contact Central Coast Area Office on 4320 4200 and 4972 9000.
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Applies from Thu 5 Feb 2026, 8.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.19am
Closed areas: Part Somersby Falls walking track closed for upgrade
Part of Somersby Falls walking track will be closed until 6pm Friday 29 May 2026 for upgrade works.
The closure affects the section of the walking track between the Middle Falls and Bottom Falls.
The walking track to Middle Falls, the picnic area and the carpark will remain open during this time.
Fencing and signage will be in place around the closed area to ensure visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Central Coast Area Office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 9.43am
Closed areas: Partial closure Piles Creek Loop Walking Track
Part of Piles Creek Loop Walking Track will be closed while rockfall investigations and mitigation works are undertaken.
The closed area is between the suspension bridge and Bundilla Lookout on the western side of Piles Creek.
Areas that will remain open are:
- Piles Creek Loop Walking Track on the eastern side of Piles Creek
- Access to the Great North Walk from Girrakool Picnic Area
- Bundilla Lookout
Barriers and signage are in place around the closed area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Thu 9 Apr 2026, 2.31pm to Sun 31 May 2026, 2.31pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 3.23pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Manobalai Nature Reserve (NR), Parr State Conservation Area (SCA), Wollemi FR, Dharug NP and Yengo NP from Monday 20th April – Sunday 3rd May 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. St
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local Bulga NPWS area office for more information on 02 6574 5555
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Applies from Mon 27 Apr 2026, 8.00am to Mon 15 Jun 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.19am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from Saturday 2 May 2026 to Saturday 16 May 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Watagans, Popran and Brisbane Water National Parks.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local Central Coast NPWS area office for more information on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Mon 16 Feb 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.19am
Other planned events: Notice of fire trail maintenance works - Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service are undertaking fire trail maintenance works on the Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail.
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Maintenance will repair damaged surfaces, drainage assets and essential trail infrastructure, as well as maintain vegetation clearances.
The trail will remain open throughout the works, though short delays may occur. Please follow all safety signage and directions from roadwork personnel.
For more information, contact the Central Coast Area Office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Fri 12 Dec 2025, 12.35pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Apr 2026, 4.31pm
Safety alerts: Howes Trail road condition – experienced 4WD only
Due to recent weather, Howes trail from Putty Road to Yango Track is rough and severely eroded. Experienced 4WD only. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555 or NSW Crown Lands 1300 886 235
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Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2025, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Sun 29 Mar 2026, 8.47am
Safety alerts: Road Maintenance
Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.
Take care and drive to conditions.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 49729000
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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.15am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 8.27am
Closed parks: Wisemans Ferry Historic Site closed
Due to the sensitive nature of this site, access to Wisemans Ferry Historic Site is restricted to approved research and cultural activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.14am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 8.26am
Closed parks: Maroota Historic site closed
Due to the sensitive nature of this site, access to Maroota Historic Site is restricted to approved research and cultural activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 7.48am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.13am
Safety alerts: Yengo National Park road conditions - 4WD recommended
Roads in Yengo National Park are currently not suitable for 2WD vehicles, 4WD is highly recommended. Roads are rough and eroded due to recent May flooding event. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Sun 15 Feb 2026, 6.07pm
Closed areas: Muirs Lookout Picnic Area - Closed
Muirs Lookout Picnic Area on Prickly Ridge Road has been closed due to ageing infrastructure, obstructed lookout views to the coast and very low public visitation. Alternative picnic facilities are located nearby in Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park. Further information on other places to visit can be obtained via the NPWS or Forestry Corporation websites.
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Applies from Tue 21 May 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.18am
Closed areas: Warrah Trig Road closed to vehicles
Warrah Trig Road is closed to vehicles due to an increase in illegal activities throughout the area.
The road will remain closed until investigations are completed and further recommendations are made.
The road is open to pedestrians and cyclists.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Sun 15 Feb 2026, 6.07pm
Safety alerts: Prickly Ridge Road 4WD only
The section of Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.
To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.
For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.
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