Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Tue 11 November 2025, 9.19am
Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 8.00am
to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 9.19am.
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 Thu 11 Jul 2024, 12.10pm
to Sat 31 Jan 2026, 4.30pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 9.14am.
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.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Mon 10 Nov 2025, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Nov 2025, 11.33am
Closed areas: Woolpress Bend Campground Closed
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 Mon 21 Jul 2025, 9.30am to Sun 30 Nov 2025, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Oct 2025, 8.19am
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 Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 9.14am
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: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 9.19am
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 10 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 11 Jul 2024, 12.10pm to Sat 31 Jan 2026, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 9.14am
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 Thu 5 Dec 2024, 8.44am to Sat 31 Jan 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 9.14am
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 Tue 13 May 2025, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Aug 2025, 8.55am
Other incidents: Public access restrictions
Vehicle access for the general public is restricted to public roads passing through or adjoining the reserve. Camping is not permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Lower Darling Area, Buronga office on 03 5021 8900.
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