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Applies from Thu 21 Nov 2024, 8.25pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Dec 2024, 4.41pm
Fires - Advice: Toms Farm Creek
There is a fire in this park called Toms Farm Creek. 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 Fri 13 Dec 2024, 4.23pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Dec 2024, 4.34pm
Closed areas: Sections of Kosciuszko National Park closed for Feral Animal Control
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ground shooting operations in the Summit areas of Kosciuszko National Park including walking tracks and trails and areas surrounding Mt Kosciuszko.
The area of the park will be closed 7pm to 6am daily, Wednesday 18 December to Saturday 21 December 2024 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Closure notices will be placed at relevant access points in Kosciuszko National Park.
This program will target feral animals to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species.
Areas closed include,
- Summit Trail
- Summit Walk
- Main Range Walking Track
- Kosciuszko Walk
- Hannel’s Spur Walking Track
- Seaman’s Hut
- Cootapatamba Hut
- Rawson’s Pass
We appreciate your patience while this important work is carried out. If you would like further information about the closed areas please contact NPWS at npws.southernrangesbranch@environment.nsw.gov.au or phone 13000 PARKS (1300 072 757).
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Applies from Wed 11 Dec 2024, 3.05pm to Mon 16 Dec 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Dec 2024, 3.19pm
Closed areas: Kosciuszko Summit and Summit Walk closure
The following areas are closed from 7am to 10am on Monday 16 December 2024 for helicopter operations:
- The Summit Walk will be closed beyond Rawson Pass
- Summit area of Mount Kosciuszko)
Please note this closure is weather dependent.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Wed 11 Dec 2024, 3.14pm to Tue 17 Dec 2024, 3.15pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Dec 2024, 3.16pm
Other planned events: Notification of helicopter operations - Dead Horse Gap Walk - Tuesday 17th December 2024 8:00am - 300pm
Helicopter sling load operations are scheduled to occur from the Dead Horse Gap carpark on the Alpine Way to the Dead Horse Gap Walk on Tuesday 17th December 2024 between 8:00am and 3:00pm (dependant on weather and flying conditions).
The helicopter operations are part of the Dead Horse Gap Walk Renewal project. The Walk will remain open however pedestrian control will be in place, and visitors may experience delays while materials are flown over or near impacted areas.
Stop/slow traffic control will also be in place on the Alpine Way between the Cascades and Dead Horse Gap carparks for the duration of the operation. Short delays may be experienced when accessing through these areas to and from the Cascades carpark.
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Applies from Mon 2 Sep 2024, 11.47am to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 3.43pm. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Dec 2024, 9.24am
Closed areas: Thredbo River picnic area toilet closed
Recent severe winds have brought down a tree on the toilet block at Thredbo River picnic area. As a result the toilet block is closed and cannot be utilised. Please be aware that contractors will be working at the site and will have vehicles moving in and out of the area. Other facilities at the site are available.
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Applies from Thu 19 Sep 2024, 1.15pm to Fri 27 Dec 2024, 1.15pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Dec 2024, 8.56am
Safety alerts: Summit Trail- post Winter hazards
Please be aware of hazards along the Summit Trail. The trail is rough in sections because of erosion caused by heavy rainfall and snowmelt.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 5 Oct 2024, 10.33am
Closed areas: Kosciuszko National Park closed sites
A number of sites in Kosciuszko National Park are closed or may have other restrictions until further notice.
Road Closures
Olsens Road BEYOND Geehi Dam
Fire-affected areas
Some sections of Kosciuszko National Park which burnt during the 2019/2020 fires remain closed. These areas include:
- Wolgal and Pattinson's Huts
Huts that burnt down in the 2020 fires
These locations remain open, but the following huts or buildings have been lost:
- Linesman's No.3 Huts, Round Mountain Hut, and Dry Dam Ski Shelter.
- Warning: Please take care as there may be broken glass/nails that are uncovered since NPWS made records and cleaned up these sites. Please do not disturb the sites or remove artefacts.
Snowy 2.0 works affecting access to Tantangara Road and Tantangara Dam
- Access to the southern end of Tantangara Reservoir via Quarry trail is closed to the public.
- Access to the southern end boat ramp is open, but may be subject to short-term closures.
- Current boating and camping access to Tantangara Reservoir will still be available at access points on the northern end of the reservoir, via Port Phillip and Dam trails.
Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 29 Jul 2024, 10.07am to Fri 31 Jan 2025, 10.09am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Oct 2024, 6.38am
Closed areas: Round Mountain Hut closed for reconstruction
Round Mountain hut is closed from Tuesday 1 October 2024 to Friday 31 January 2025 while construction works are underway.
Machinery and vehicles will be in use between the Round Mountain track head and the hut site. There will be some noise during this time. Please follow all directions from NPWS staff and safety signage.
The toilet amenities remain open and are accessed via Farm Ridge trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the Khancoban Visitor Centre on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Fri 9 Aug 2024, 12.00am to Fri 7 Feb 2025, 11.45pm. Last reviewed: Sat 7 Dec 2024, 1.55pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Friday 9 August 2024 and Friday 7 February 2025. These programs are part of an integrated pest animal control strategy, aimed at minimising the impacts of these animals on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will be conducted in Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah Wild Dog Plan Areas. Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.
This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:
- Thredbo Valley
- Moonbah
- Ingebyra
- Paupong
- Numbla Vale
- Corrowong
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS Estate. 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 Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Tue 7 May 2024, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Nov 2024, 11.49am
Other planned events: Tom Groggin campground - upgrade works
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and contractors will be undertaking upgrade works at Tom Groggin campground throughout winter and spring 2024. These works will include additions to campground facilities and rehabilitation planting.
For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Wed 17 May 2023, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Dec 2024, 3.54pm
Closed areas: Bullocks Hut closed
Several buildings in the Bullocks Hut complex are closed until further notice for restoration works. Please do not enter the construction sites.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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