Applies from Fri 8 Oct 2021, 9.33am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 2.23pm

Closed areas: North Head scenic area closures

The following areas in the North Head scenic area will be closed while upgrades are underway:

• North Head scenic drive is closed to vehicles from NPWS carpark 1 from Monday 25 October 2021 to July 2022.
• Fairfax walking track is closed from Monday 18 October to November 2022
• Fairfax Lookout is closed from Monday 18 October to November 2022
• NPWS carparks 1 and 2 are closed until July 2022
• There is no bus or large vehicle access past Q station

These closures may be extended without notice.

Parking at North Fort is open. Q Station, North Head Sanctuary and Bella Vista Cafe are open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax walk
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head

Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 12.47pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 12.10pm

Closed areas: Sublime Point walking track closed

Sublime Point walking track is closed until further notice. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS alerts will be updated.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area
  • Sublime Point walking track

Applies from Mon 28 Mar 2022, 12.13pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 11.57am

Closed areas: Mount Keira Ring track closed

Mt Keira Ring track is closed until further notice due to damage caused by severe weather. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded.. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS Alerts will be updated. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area
  • Mount Keira Ring track

Applies from Wed 9 Mar 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 11.53am

Closed areas: Jingga walking track closed due to landslide

Jingga walking track is closed until further notice. The walking track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely reopened, NPWS alerts will be updated.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Dharawal National Park
  • Jingga walking track

Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 12.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 11.51am

Closed areas: Mount Kembla Ring track closed due to landslide

Mount Kembla Ring track is closed until further notice due to damage from landslips and rockfalls. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS Alerts will be updated

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area
  • Mount Kembla Ring track

Applies from Mon 14 Mar 2022, 11.40am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 11.49am

Closed areas: Illawarra lookout closed

Illawarra lookout within Barren Grounds Nature Reserve is closed until  further notice due to damage. NPWS is in the process of repairing the lookout and the lookout is expected to re-open later in 2022.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Barren Grounds Nature Reserve
  • Illawarra lookout walking track

Applies from Thu 9 Jun 2022, 1.54pm to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 10.22am

Closed areas: Areas closed due to upgrades at Apple Tree Bay boat ramp

The following areas will be closed until mid to late August 2022 while upgrades to the Apple Tree Bay boat ramp and wharf area are underway:

• pedestrian bridge
• boat ramp pontoon
• partial closure of boat ramp
• removal of fish cleaning table

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Thu 29 Apr 2021, 11.27am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jun 2022, 3.40pm

Closed areas: Road closed for upgrades

The road from Yena to Cape Solander is closed to vehicles due to the construction of the new whale platform.

The road is also closed to pedestrian and cyclists from Monday 4 July to Friday 8 July 2022 for resurfacing.

Learn more about the improvements being made at Cape Solander and find out about other top whale watching locations around Sydney.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Kurnell office on 02 9968 2005.

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• Kamay Botany Bay National Park
  • Cape Solander

Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 12.32pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jun 2022, 3.27pm

Other planned events: Planned power outage at Bobbin Head and Apple Tree Bay precincts

A planned power outage for essential powerline work will affect the Bobbin Head and Apple Tree Bay precincts in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park on:

• Wednesday 29 June 2022
•  Thursday 30 June 2022

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Apple Tree picnic area
  • Bobbin Head
  • Bobbin Head Information Centre

Applies from Thu 23 Jun 2022, 2.56pm to Fri 1 Jul 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jun 2022, 3.20pm

Closed areas: Gloucester Tops Rd closed beyond campground

Gloucester Tops Rd is closed beyond the Gloucester River campground from Monday 27 June to Friday 1 July 2022 for major road maintenance works.

This closure means there will be no visitor access to Gloucester Tops during this period. The closure may be extended if weather conditions impact on the planned works.

Gloucester River campground and picnic area remain open during this time, as do the Sharpes Creek and Gloucester River walking tracks.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information contact the local Gloucester office on 02 6538 5300.

Affects 1 park and 9 locations nearby. Show list

• Barrington Tops National Park
  • Antarctic Beech Forest walking track
  • Gloucester Falls picnic area
  • Gloucester Falls walking track
  • Gloucester Tops circuit
  • Gloucester Tops picnic area
  • Link Trail - Gloucester Tops to Careys Peak
  • Mountaineer-Glowang trail
  • River walking track
  • Wombat Creek campground

Applies from Tue 12 Apr 2022, 4.05pm to Thu 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jun 2022, 10.17am

Closed areas: Areas closed due to flooding

The following areas are closed until further notice due to heavy rain and flooding:

• Mackaway Bay campground - closed until Saturday 6 August 2022
• Brambles Green campground - closed until Thursday 15 September 2022
• Violet Hill campground and picnic area - closed until Sunday 17 July 2022  (Violet Hill boat ramp remains open).

NPWS staff regularly monitor conditions and will re-open areas as soon as it is safe to do so.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.

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• Myall Lakes National Park
  • Brambles Green campground
  • Mackaway Bay campground
  • Violet Hill campground and picnic area

Applies from Wed 29 Jun 2022, 4.00pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 4.54pm

Closed areas: Thomas Place day use and lookouts closed

The Thomas Place section of the Carrington Falls Precinct (within Budderoo National Park) is closed for maintenance works from 4pm Wednesday 29 June to 6pm Thursday 30 June 2022. The Nellies Glen section of the Carrington Falls Precinct will remain open to the public.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Budderoo National Park
  • Carrington Falls picnic area
  • Carrington Falls walking track
  • Izzards lookout track

Applies from Mon 27 Jun 2022, 1.40pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 4.34pm

Closed areas: Drawing Room Rocks walking track closed

Drawing Room Rocks walking track is currently closed due to road maintenance works along the access road to this area. The track will re-open at 5pm on Thursday 30 June 2022.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Barren Grounds Nature Reserve

Applies from Sat 25 Jun 2022, 8.13am to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 8.15am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 4.14pm

Closed areas: Campgrounds closed for pest animal control

Freemans and Frazer campgrounds will be closed to all visitors on the nights of Wednesday 29 June and Thursday 30 June 2022. This is for a limited pest control program targeting rabbits and foxes in these areas.

For safety reasons there will be no access to these campgrounds for any visitor or camper between 4pm in the afternoon and 6.30am the following morning.

For further information please contact the NPWS Central Coast area office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Munmorah State Conservation Area
  • Frazer campground
  • Freemans campground

Applies from Mon 30 May 2022, 9.13am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 4.14pm

Safety alerts: Road closures

All roads in Watagans National Park are unsealed, and not readily accessible by 2WD vehicles. Closed roads include:

• Watagan Forest Road
• Carrolls Road

The closures are due to rain and 4WD damage. Please do not drive on these roads as they are hazardous, and recovery vehicles may not be able to reach a stranded vehicle driver.

For more information, please call the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Watagans National Park
  • Boarding House Dam picnic area
  • Circuit walking track
  • Turners walking track

Applies from Mon 20 Jun 2022, 11.48am to Tue 5 Jul 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 3.50pm

Closed areas: Devlins Creek fire trail closed for repairs

Devlins Creek fire trail is closed for trail maintenance from Friday 24 June to Tuesday 5 July 2022 (weather dependent).

The work will repair damage caused by recent flooding

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Lane Cove National Park

Applies from Tue 19 Apr 2022, 1.29pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 12.32pm

Closed areas: Mount Royal Road and Cassels Road closed due to road conditions

The following areas are closed to public vehicle access from Tuesday 19 April to Wednesday 31 August 2022 due to significant road damage:

• Mount Royal Road
• Cassels Road
• Youngville camping area
• Carrow Brook walking track
• Pieries Peak walking track
• Youngs Trail picnic area
   

These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Mount Royal National Park
  • Carrow Brook walking track
  • Pieries Peak walking track
  • Youngville campground

Applies from Wed 18 Aug 2021, 5.01pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 11.58am

Closed parks: Prospect Nature Reserve closed public

Prospect Nature Reserve is closed to the public indefinitely as it's part of a Special Water catchment area. There is no public access at any time.

If you wish to visit the Prospect Reservoir area, Andrew Campbell Reserve on William Lawson Drive has picnic tables, playground and toilet facilities.

For more information about visiting Andrew Campbell Reserve, please contact Sydney Water on 13 20 92. 

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• Prospect Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 26 May 2022, 5.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 11.57am

Closed areas: Cattai campground closure and Mitchell Park access

Cattai campground and picnic area are closed until further notice due to flood damage.

Mitchell Park picnic area is open, but walking tracks are closed. Only pedestrian access is permitted into Mitchell Park.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Cattai National Park
  • Cattai campground
  • Cattai Farm picnic area
  • Cattai Homestead and historic farm buildings
  • Mitchell Park walking tracks

Applies from Tue 1 Mar 2022, 11.01am to Fri 5 Aug 2022, 11.01am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 11.54am

Closed parks: Gulguer Nature Reserve closed

Gulguer Nature Reserve is closed until further notice due to severe weather conditions and closure of Bents Basin State Conservation Area. There is no access to this park.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Gulguer Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 11.52am

Closed parks: Kemps Creek Nature Reserve closed

This park is closed due to Phytophthora contamination, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Cumberland area office on 02 4572 3100.

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• Kemps Creek Nature Reserve

Applies from Fri 17 Dec 2021, 3.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 11.52am

Closed areas: Rouse Hill Regional Park - planned playground closure

The Rouse Hill Regional Park playground, carpark and picnic area will be closed from Thursday 10 February 2022, due to demolition of the existing playground, construction of a new playground and carpark refurbishments. This is expected to be completed by Saturday 30 July 2022. The oval and other picnic shelters will remain open.

For further information email or call the Cumberland area office on 02 4580 2750.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Rouse Hill Regional Park
  • Rouse Hill picnic area and playground

Applies from Mon 27 Jun 2022, 7.00am to Fri 1 Jul 2022, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 11.12am

Closed areas: Somersby falls picnic area and walking track closed

Somersby Falls picnic area and walking track are closed from 7am Monday 27 June to 6pm Friday 1 July 2022 for maintenance.

Signs will be in place around closed areas.

Please consider visiting the nearby Girrakool Picnic Area, off Girrakool Road, Somersby.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast Area office on 02 4320 4200.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Brisbane Water National Park
  • Somersby Falls picnic area
  • Somersby Falls walking track

Applies from Fri 10 Jun 2022, 2.37pm to Sun 24 Jul 2022, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 10.56am

Closed areas: Warrah Trig Road closed to vehicles

Warrah Trig Road is closed to vehicles until further notice due to damage from recent rainfall events.

The road has deep ruts and boggy sections, making it unsafe and impassable for vehicles.

The road is open to pedestrians and cyclists. However, please take care when traversing wet sections as they may be slippery.

Alternate pedestrian access to Warrah lookout is available via the Pearl Beach to Patonga fire trail.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Brisbane Water National Park
  • Great North walk - Brisbane Water National Park
  • Warrah lookout
  • Warrah Trig cycling loop
  • Wondabyne to Patonga walking track

Applies from Fri 24 Dec 2021, 11.32am to Tue 10 Jan 2023, 11.35am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 8.21am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 fox baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program using meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 28 June 2022 and Wednesday 28 December 2022  in Nattai National Park.

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 NPWS Glenbrook area office on 02 4720 6200.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Nattai National Park

Applies from Mon 27 Jun 2022, 5.05pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 5.06pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 5.11pm

Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive Roadworks

Roadworks on North Head Scenic Drive and the Quarantine Station roundabout to repair damaged pavement and collapsed culverts will be carried out from Monday 27 June until Thursday 30 June inclusive. Traffic control will be in place. There may be minor traffic disruption while works are underway 

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head
  • Q Station

Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 12.40pm

Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed

Many walking tracks, roads and fire trails within Blue Mountains National Park remain closed following sustained wet weather, subsequent geological instability or infrastructure upgrades. As sites are re-opened, we remind visitors that these areas have been subject to long periods of high rainfall, and landslides, rockfall and treefall can occur without notice.

Please check which areas are closed before travelling.

The following areas are closed:

Katoomba and Leura

• Kedumba Pass and Sublime Point fire trails
• Gordon Falls track and lookout closed from Monday 2 May 2022 due to track work
• Lillian's Bridge track - closure at junction of Inspiration Point track. No through access to Valley of the Waters and the Conservation Hut due to a major landslide  
• Prince Henry Cliff walk between Gordon Falls lookout and Olympian lookout, due to landslides. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information
• Prince Henry Cliff walk between Lady Darley lookout and Cliff View lookout due to trackwork
• Amphitheatre track
• Bridal Veil lookout (west of Leura Cascades) is closed from 15 June 2022 to approximately the end of August 2022 for upgrade works
• Lone Lyrebird track between Gordon Road and the War Memorial, due to a major washout
• Pool of Siloam and Lyrebird Dell walking tracks
• Golf Links lookout to Carleton Road, Leura, is closed Monday to Friday for trackwork
• Dardanelles Pass loop walking track
• Giant Stairway
• No access from Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Stairs and Dardanelles Pass
• Narrow Neck trail can only be accessed from Golden Stairs and Tarros Ladders
• Ruined Castle walking track 
• Six Foot Track - Nellies Glen to Megalong Valley

Wentworth Falls

• Nature track closed between Edinburgh Castle Rock and Lillian's Bridge
• Valley of Waters walking track closed below Sylvia Falls
• Charles Darwin walk
• National Pass
• Wentworth Pass
• No access to Conservation Hut parking area or visitor facilities
• No access to Lawson View fire trail to allow for road upgrade. Works are expected to be completed by Thursday 30 June 2022.
• Kedumba River Crossing campground

Blackheath, Medlow Bath, Megalong Valley, Mount Victoria and Bells Line

• All access tracks into the Grose Valley are closed, including Perrys Lookdown track, Shortridge Pass (Lockleys Pylon to Blue Gum), Victoria Falls walking track, Govetts Descent, Horse track, Rodriguez Pass and Pierces Pass.
• Braeside walking track due to track work (Braeside fire trail is open to cyclists and walkers.)
• Walls Cave walking track due to trackwork
• Evans lookout  
• Blue Gum Forest
• Acacia Flat campground
• Perrys Lookdown campground
• Pulpit walking track and Pulpit Rock lookout

Lawson, Woodford, Hazelbrook

• Murphys Glen Road closed to vehicles (open to walkers and cyclists).  
• Murphys Glen campground closed until Friday 15 July 2022 to allow for roadworks and camp ground improvements
• Empire Pass

Canyons and rock climbing

• Empress Canyon is closed  
• Climbing and canyoning areas in the Blue Mountains are open unless the access road is closed or the site is listed in this alert.

Grade 5 tracks and off-trail areas

Grade 5 tracks and off-trail areas are open, excluding those listed below. Grade 5 tracks are for very experienced bushwalkers with specialised skills such as advanced navigation and emergency first aid. Please visit this page for further information on track grades.

If you plan on embarking on Grade 5 tracks and undertaking off-trail activities, please be aware of the likelihood of changed conditions and consider current safety advice.

Closed Grade 5 tracks:

• Mount Solitary loop due to landslides near Ruined Castle
• K2K (Kanangra to Katoomba) access only available from either Green Gully (Dunphy's campground), Kanangra Walls or Furber Stairs. Narrow Neck Plateau is only accessible from Golden Stairs and Tarros Ladders. Also note: Due to the ongoing wet conditions, Coxs River can flood at short notice and may be impassable. Walkers should check conditions before departing.
• Shortridge Pass from Lockleys Pylon to Blue Gum
• Roberts Pass
• Lindeman Pass
• Rodriguez Pass
• Govetts Descent
• Horse track
• Vera Falls and Hippocrene Falls walking tracks

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

Affects 1 park and 31 locations nearby. Show list

• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Acacia Flat campground
  • Blue Gum Forest
  • Charles Darwin walk
  • Conservation Hut
  • Dardanelles Pass loop walking track
  • Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Stairway
  • Empress Canyon
  • Evans lookout
  • Giant Stairway
  • Gordon Falls lookout and picnic area
  • Govetts Leap descent
  • Kedumba River Crossing campground
  • Lyrebird Dell walking track
  • Mount Solitary walking track
  • Murphys Glen campground
  • Narrow Neck trail
  • National Pass
  • Perrys lookdown campground
  • Perrys lookdown to Blue Gum Forest walking track
  • Pierces Pass to Blue Gum Forest walking track
  • Prince Henry Cliff walk
  • Pulpit Rock lookout
  • Pulpit walking track
  • Rodriguez Pass walking track
  • Round walking track
  • Ruined Castle walking track
  • Six Foot track
  • Vale of Avoca lookout
  • Victoria Falls walking track
  • Weeping Rock circuit
  • Wentworth Pass loop walking track

Applies from Fri 10 Jun 2022, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 10.53am

Closed parks: Macquarie Pass National Park closed due to rock fall, landslides and hazardous trees

Macquarie Pass National Park is currently closed due to rock fall, landslides and hazardous trees causing dangerous conditions.

The park will be re-open as soon as it is safe.

For Illawarra Highway updates, please check Live Traffic NSW for updates.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Macquarie Pass National Park

Applies from Mon 9 May 2022, 9.25am to Sat 27 Aug 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 7.59am

Closed areas: Dunns Swamp - Ganguddy campground closed - will reopen 27 August 2022

Dunns Swamp - Ganguddy campground is closed from Monday 9 May for upgrades and will reopen Saturday 27 August 2022. 

The access road will be closed to all vehicle traffic.  All campsites and picnic areas will also be closed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Wollemi National Park
  • Ganguddy-Dunns Swamp campground

Applies from Wed 6 Apr 2022, 9.47am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 3.02pm

Closed areas: Tracks and trails closed due to severe weather

Some tracks and trails in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park are closed from 9am, Wednesday 6 April 2022 until further notice due to severe weather.

The following areas are closed:

• Bairne to Bonnie Doon track (Coasters Retreat)
• Berowra track to Apple Tree Bay
• Mackerel trail from The Basin trail to Sinclair Point
• Mount Kuring-gai track to Berowra Station

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Bairne walking track
  • Berowra track to Apple Tree Bay
  • Gibberagong walking track
  • Mount Ku-ring-gai track to Berowra Station

Applies from Thu 25 Mar 2021, 3.57pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 10.01am

Other incidents: Main access road to Barrington Tops Plateau closed from Gloucester

The main access road to Barrington Tops Plateau from Gloucester has been closed by NSW Forestry Corporation until further notice due to serious damage caused during a weather event.

You can only access campgrounds and visitor precincts located on the plateau from the western side via Scone. Barrington Tops Forest Road (also known as the Scone-Gloucester Road) is closed between Cobark Park picnic area and Dilgry Circle intersection. There is no access from Gloucester to Scone on this road.

Road re-opening dates are unknown at this stage, however NSW Forestry Corporation is working on restoring the road. This media release has more information.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For latest traffic information, please visit the Live Traffic website. For further information call the Gloucester office on 02 6538 5300.

Affects 1 park and 18 locations nearby. Show list

• Barrington Tops National Park
  • Aeroplane Hill walking track
  • Antarctic Beech Forest walking track
  • Barrington trail
  • Black Swamp campground
  • Careys Peak lookout
  • Careys Peak walking track
  • Cobark Park picnic area
  • Corker trail
  • Devils Hole lookout walk and picnic area
  • Honeysuckle Forest track
  • Honeysuckle picnic area
  • Junction Pools campground
  • Lagoon Pinch picnic area
  • Little Murray campground
  • Polblue campground and picnic area
  • Polblue Swamp track
  • Thunderbolts lookout
  • Wombat Creek campground

Applies from Mon 30 May 2022, 12.00pm to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 9.57am

Closed areas: Winter closure of 4WD trails

The following 4WD access trails are closed to vehicles from Monday 30 May 2022 due to the annual winter closure:

• Barrington trail (south and central)
• Paddys Ridge trail
• Bullock Brush trail
• Butchers Swamp trail
• Thunderbolts trail (between Barrington Tops Forest Road and Pheasants Creek Road)
• Tugalow trail

The following areas also closed to vehicles during this time:

• Junction Pools, Little Murray and Gummi Falls campgrounds
• Associated walking tracks, lookouts and facilities

You can still access all these campgrounds, walking tracks, lookouts and facilities on foot or by bicycle.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Gloucester area office on 02 6538 5300 or the NPWS Scone office on 02 6540 2300. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Affects 1 park and 10 locations nearby. Show list

• Barrington Tops National Park
  • Aeroplane Hill walking track
  • Barrington trail
  • Black Swamp campground
  • Careys Peak lookout
  • Careys Peak walking track
  • Edwards Swamp walking track
  • Junction Pools campground
  • Link Trail - Gloucester Tops to Careys Peak
  • Little Murray campground
  • Wombat Creek campground

Applies from Thu 9 Jun 2022, 2.01pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 4.02pm

Closed areas: Hard roof accommodation closed for maintenance

The following areas in Yerranderie National Park are closed for maintenance:

• Slippery Norris Cottage and The Bank Room will be closed until the end of July 2022
• Post Office Lodge will be closed until October 2022.

For further information please contact the NPWS Oberon area office on 02 6336 6200.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Yerranderie Regional Park
  • Post Office Lodge
  • Slippery Norris Cottage
  • The Bank Room

Applies from Tue 10 Nov 2020, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 11.27am

Closed areas: Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe closed

Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe is closed. Light refreshments are available for purchase from the Visitor Centre. Minnamurra Rainforest precinct, including all walks are open to visitors. No portable barbecues are permitted.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Budderoo National Park
  • Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
  • Minnamurra Rainforest outdoor weddings

Applies from Thu 16 Jul 2020, 12.23pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 11.26am

Closed areas: Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre - Cafe closed

The cafe at Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre is currently closed until further notice. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience. 

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Morton National Park
  • Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre

Applies from Thu 14 May 2020, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 11.21am

Closed areas: Spring Creek Canyon closed due to rockfalls

Spring Creek Canyon in Bungonia State Conservation Area is closed due to rockfalls in the area.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Bungonia State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 12.27pm to Fri 16 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 11.20am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 bait disposal pit

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is disposing of used 1080 baits and baiting products in an approved disposal pit on NPWS National Parks land within the Fitzroy Falls area.

The burial of used baits and products will happen from Wednesday 16 March to Friday 16 September 2022. All bait material in the pit will be buried under at least 500mm of soil, and clear of waterways so as not to cause pollution of waterways. This is in accordance with the Pesticide Control Order (1080 bait products) 2019.

There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to the disposal pit site.

1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) is lethal to pets (including domestic dogs and cats) and working dogs. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance. Domestic pets, including dogs and cats, are not permitted in national parks or reserves. 

For more information, email or call the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244.

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• Morton National Park

Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 12.03pm to Fri 16 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 11.19am

Other planned events: 1080 fox ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting a continual and ongoing 1080 ground baiting program for the control of foxes from Wednesday 16 March to Friday 16 September 2022 to reduce the impacts on threatened species.

The operation will target foxes in the Carrington Falls, Knights Hill and Barren Grounds areas. Baits have been placed on NPWS estate, private properties and Crown road reserves with permissions. 

There are 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to baiting areas. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Some baits may be buried.

1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) is lethal to pets (including domestic dogs and cats) and working dogs. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance. Domestic pets, including dogs and cats, are not permitted in national parks or reserves. Restrain working and assistance dogs to ensure they don’t enter the baiting areas. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Melinda Norton at the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.

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• Barren Grounds Nature Reserve
• Budderoo National Park

Applies from Tue 18 Jun 2019, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 11.17am

Closed areas: Restricted access to Macquarie Rivulet

There is no access to Macquarie Rivulet from Mount Murray, at the top of Macquarie Pass. If you access the rivulet from the top of the escarpment, you will be trespassing on private property. Access to Macquarie Rivulet is only permitted via Clover Hill Road.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188.

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• Macquarie Pass National Park

Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 2.13pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 11.07am

Closed areas: Walking tracks closed due to rain damage

The following walking tracks are closed until further notice due to damage from heavy rain that has caused dangerous conditions, including eroded creek crossings, potential rockfalls and landslips:

• Mount Keira Ring track
• Mount Kembla Ring track
• Sublime track

These areas will be re-opened when safe to do so.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

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• Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 14 Dec 2020, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 9.43am

Closed areas: Macquarie Rivulet - Jump Rock track closed

Access to Macquarie Rivulet (also known as “Jump Rock”) is not permitted. The track is steep and eroded, and contains unstable surfaces, cliffs and drop offs.

There is a high risk of injury from falls from heights. Do not enter the closed areas of this park.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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• Macquarie Pass National Park

Applies from Wed 16 Sep 2020, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 9.37am

Closed parks: Berkeley Nature Reserve closed

Berkeley Nature Reserve is closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance. 

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• Berkeley Nature Reserve

Applies from Wed 16 Sep 2020, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 9.37am

Closed parks: Closed to public access

There is no public access to Five Islands Nature Reserve. 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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• Five Islands Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 2 Jul 2020, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 9.51am

Other incidents: Minnamurra Rainforest may close at short notice

Minnamurra Rainforest is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity or due to the car park reaching capacity.  We encourage you to plan your visit outside the peak periods of 11am to 2pm. 

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• Budderoo National Park
  • Lyrebird loop walk
  • Minnamurra Falls walk
  • Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
  • Minnamurra Rainforest outdoor weddings
  • Minnamurra Rainforest picnic area

Applies from Mon 28 Mar 2022, 3.37pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 10.08am

Closed areas: Trails closed in Illawarra Escarpment

The following areas are closed until further notice, due to damage from recent severe weather:

• Mount Kembla Ring track
• Lower Escarpment fire trail
• Upper Escarpment fire trail
• Mount Pleasant management trail
• O’Briens management trail
• Staffords management trail

This closure maybe extended further, if rain occurs.

Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

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• Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 21 Jun 2022, 10.03am to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 10.04am. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Jun 2022, 10.40am

Closed areas: Lane Cove Road footpath construction by Ryde City Council

The City of Ryde is constructing a new footpath, adjoining the existing path from the De Burghs Bridge to Riverside Drive. The works involve:

• the construction of a new 1.2m wide footpath from Riverside Drive to De Burghs Bridge
• the addition of new concrete steps, enabling better access to Riverside walk from the new footpath.

Works will primarily be undertaken from 7pm to 5am, Tuesday 21 June to Thursday 30 June 2022, Monday to Thursday (weather permitting).

Detours for Riverside walk and the Great North walk are in place.

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• Lane Cove National Park

Applies from Mon 23 May 2022, 1.55pm to Sun 31 Jul 2022, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 5.05pm

Closed areas: Great North walk partial closure due to damaged bridge

The section of Great North walk between Reservoir Road, Somersby and Karool Road, Mooney Mooney Creek is closed until further notice due to a flood damaged bridge.

This area will re-open as soon as it is safe.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

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• Brisbane Water National Park
  • Great North walk - Brisbane Water National Park

Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 11.17am to Sun 31 Jul 2022, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 4.54pm

Closed areas: Brieses fire trail partial closure

The section of Brieses fire trail between Mooney Mooney Creek and Old Mooney Dam trail is closed due to a recent landslip, making it unsafe for vehicles.

Signs are in place around closed areas. This area will re-open as soon as it is safe.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.

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• Brisbane Water National Park

Applies from Fri 12 Nov 2021, 2.57pm to Mon 1 Aug 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jun 2022, 9.18am

Closed areas: Areas closed for upgrades

The following areas are closed until Monday 1 August 2022 for upgrades:

• Mill Creek campground
• Mill Creek picnic area
• Grass Tree circuit
• 11km walking track

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

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• Dharug National Park
  • 11km walking track
  • Grass Tree circuit
  • Mill Creek campground
  • Mill Creek picnic area

Applies from Mon 20 Jun 2022, 9.58am to Fri 1 Jul 2022, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 12.27pm

Closed areas: West Rim track at Fitzroy Falls closed

West Rim walking track in Morton National Park is closed for roadworks from Monday 20 June until Friday 1 July 2022.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Morton National Park
  • West Rim walking track

Applies from Tue 12 Apr 2022, 12.51pm to Fri 1 Jul 2022, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 11.52am

Closed areas: Joes Cove campground

Joes Cove campground is closed for maintenance until Thursday 30 June 2022.

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• Myall Lakes National Park
  • Joes Cove campground

Applies from Fri 17 Jun 2022, 10.44am to Fri 30 Dec 2022, 11.20am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 4.24pm

Closed areas: Muirs lookout picnic area closed

NPWS has closed Muirs lookout and picnic area effective from Monday 20 June 2022. 

Factors contributing to the closure include:

• road access is not suitable for 2WD vehicles and has been damaged and eroded following heavy and ongoing rainfall
• visitor facilities, including picnic tables and toilets, are unsafe and outdated
• toilets don’t meet NPWS and health standards
• views from the lookout to the coast have diminished due to grown tall trees and vegetation. 

The surrounding area, including Watagans National Park and neighbouring state forests, have alternative sites for lookouts and picnic areas.

The closest lookouts are located off Mt Faulk Road to the north and include Heaton, Hunter and Macleans lookouts.

For further information please contact the NPWS Central Coast Area office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area
  • Muirs lookout

Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 5.22pm to Sun 31 Jul 2022, 12.44pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 4.16pm

Closed areas: Burraga Swamp walking track closed

Burraga Swamp walking track is inaccessible by vehicle due to the closure of Mt Allyn Road in Chichester State Forest because of wet weather.

The road will re-open when conditions allow. For more details, please visit the FCNSW website or contact the local office.

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• Barrington Tops National Park
  • Burraga Swamp walking track

Applies from Tue 1 Mar 2022, 10.58am to Fri 5 Aug 2022, 10.59am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 11.48am

Closed parks: Bents Basin closed due to flood damage and safety concerns

Bents Basin State Conservation Area is closed until further notice due to severe weather conditions and localised flooding.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel to this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Cumberland area office on 02 4572 3100.

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• Bents Basin State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 16 May 2022, 3.58pm to Sat 2 Jul 2022, 4.03pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 3.09pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program in Mount Royal National Park from Sunday 22 May 2022 to Saturday 4 June 2022.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

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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• Mount Royal National Park
  • Carrow Brook walking track
  • Pieries Peak walking track
  • Youngville campground

Applies from Fri 4 Mar 2022, 10.56am to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 10.25am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 11.27am

Safety alerts: Williams Top Road closed

Williams Top Road has been closed by Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) due to a landslip. The closure affects access to the following areas in this park:

• Lagoon Pinch picnic area
• Corker trail
• Wombat Creek campground
• Careys Peak (via Corker trail)
• Rocky Crossing walk

For more information on the closure visit the FCNSW website. The road re-opening date is not known at this stage.

Alternate access via Chichester State Forest (Allyn River) may be available but is subject to regular flooding and varied road conditions.

For information on access to visitor sites in Barrington Tops National Park contact the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Centre on 02 4992 2212.

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• Barrington Tops National Park
  • Black Swamp campground
  • Burraga Swamp walking track
  • Careys Peak lookout
  • Corker trail
  • Lagoon Pinch picnic area
  • Rocky Crossing walk
  • Wombat Creek campground

Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 11.16am

Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park

Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It's been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access.

Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300.

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• Barrington Tops National Park

Applies from Wed 17 Nov 2021, 1.31pm to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.14am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 11.14am

Safety alerts: Fibrosa trail closed due to storm damage

Fibrosa trail has experienced significant storm damage and is closed to all users in the south of the reserve. Planning is underway to repair the damaged trail.

Take care and follow onsite signage. Please remember that vehicles are not permitted in Columbey State Conservation Area.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on 02 6538 5300.

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• Columbey State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 22 Mar 2021, 12.55pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 12.38pm

Closed parks: Reserves closed due to severe weather event

A number of National Parks and Wildlife Service reserves will be closed to vehicles until further notice due to damage from severe weather event. These include:

• Berrico National Reserve
• The Glen National Reserve

Landslips, collapsed bridges and culverts and hazardous trees have been reported across many areas. For your safety, please avoid these reserves until damage assessments can be made and any safety issues rectified. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please call the Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300.

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• The Glen Nature Reserve

Applies from Fri 18 Mar 2022, 11.49am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 12.38pm

Closed areas: Blue Gum Loop trail part closure

Part of the Blue Gum Loop trail is closed due to recent storm damage and dangerous trees. NPWS is working to clear the trail and reopen as soon as possible.

The following areas are currently open:

• Williams River picnic area and part of Blue Gum Loop trail (including 250m accessible section to first steel bridge)
• Rocky Crossing walk (access via Williams River picnic area due to Forestry Corporation closure of Williams Top Rd)
• Jerusalem Creek trail and picnic area

Take care and follow onsite signage.

For more information contact NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212.

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• Barrington Tops National Park
  • Black Swamp campground
  • Blue Gum loop trail
  • Corker trail
  • Jerusalem Creek picnic area
  • Lagoon Pinch picnic area
  • Rocky Crossing walk
  • Williams River picnic area
  • Wombat Creek campground

Applies from Fri 17 Jun 2022, 8.08am to Fri 1 Jul 2022, 8.09am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 8.30am

Closed areas: Turon River Trail closed for repairs

The Turon River trail is closed between the Diggings camping area and Lochaber Link Rd (ie, south of the Diggings).  This section is impassable and will remain closed until repairs can be made. Access to the Diggings is via the steep hill trail only. Visitors are reminded to drive with caution, remain on formed roads and respect closures.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office

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• Turon National Park
  • The Diggings campground
  • Turon River camping

Applies from Mon 6 Jun 2022, 7.15pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 4.42pm

Safety alerts: All Trails 4WD only

All trails in this park are 4WD only. Trails are not suitable for 2WD.

The trails are rough, have bog holes and some are steep in sections due to erosion caused by the recent rainfall and flooding. Roadworks are currently underway take care and drive safely.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 12 May 2022, 1.54pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 4.38pm

Safety alerts: Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) access

K2K (Kanangra to Katoomba) access only available from either Green Gully (Dunphy's campground), Kanangra Walls or Furber Stairs. Narrow Neck Plateau is only accessible from Golden Stairs and Tarros Ladders. Also note: Due to the ongoing wet conditions, Coxs River can flood at short notice and may be impassable. Walkers should check conditions before departing.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.

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• Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Applies from Mon 6 Jun 2022, 7.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jun 2022, 2.19pm

Closed areas: Waratah Ridge Road closed

Waratah Ridge Road is closed to all traffic from 21 February 2022 until May 2023 as part of the Wartime Remnants Clean up Project.

Fore more information please contact wartime.remnants@defence.gov.au

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• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jun 2022, 4.28pm

Closed areas: Closed areas due to rifle range operations

The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be closed on the following dates / times due to rifle range operations:

• Every Saturday, 8am to 5pm
• Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month, 8am to 5pm
• Extra Sunday Shooting has been scheduled for Sunday 31 July 2022
• Schools shooting practice and competition week Monday 11 July to Friday 15 July 2022 (inclusive)

Do not enter the eastern section of the park (including Boora Point walking track) when:

• Red flags are flying above the range
• The 'rifle range in use' warning signs are displayed at the park entry (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark)
• Park entry gates are closed

The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) is open when the rifle range is in use.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local area office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.

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• Malabar Headland National Park
  • Boora Point walking track

Applies from Tue 7 Jun 2022, 11.11am to Fri 29 Jul 2022, 9.19am. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Jun 2022, 9.25am

Safety alerts: Bowmans Road and Harris fire trail roadworks

Roadworks will occur on Bowmans Road and Harris fire trail from Tuesday 7 June to Thursday 30 June 2022.

Please avoid using this road and trial while work is underway. Large plant and machinery will be working on these narrow fire trails.

For further information, please contact the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jun 2022, 2.44pm

Closed areas: Camping closed due to flood and fire damage

Camping is closed at the following campgrounds due to fire damage and flooding. These areas are open for day use only:

• Pauls Point – day use only
• Sundeck – day use only
• Sawyers – day use only
• Burrawang – day use only

Some campgrounds may be affected by flood debris following heavy rain, and there may be steep sand walls to access sites.

Please be cautious and move onto another campgrounds if safety issues occur. There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

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• Morton National Park
  • Lake Yarrunga campgrounds: Kangaroo River
  • Lake Yarrunga campgrounds: Shoalhaven River

Applies from Fri 4 Mar 2022, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 9.50am

Closed areas: Minnamurra Falls walk closed

Minnamurra Falls walk is temporarily closed and impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions. The Falls walk will re-open as soon as it is safe. The Visitor Information Centre and Lyrebird Loop Walk remain open.

For further information phone Visitor Centre staff on 02 4236 0469.

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• Budderoo National Park
  • Minnamurra Falls walk

Applies from Tue 14 Jun 2022, 2.23pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 3.44pm

Closed areas: Illoura Picnic Shelter closed for upgrades

Illoura picnic shelter and carpark will be closed until Thursday 30 June 2022 while upgrades are underway.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.

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• Lane Cove National Park
  • Illoura picnic area

Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 3.01pm to Fri 9 Sep 2022, 3.02pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jun 2022, 1.55pm

Closed areas: Conservation Hut and Evans lookout visitor precinct upgrades - areas closed

The visitor precincts at Evans lookout, Blackheath and Conservation Hut (Valley of the Waters), Wentworth Falls are closed for upgrades from Monday 2 May to early September 2022.

The works include construction of new accessible toilet blocks, pathways and improvements to the lookouts and car parks.

The carparks, toilets and lookouts will be closed during construction.

Walking track access will be provided to walking tracks that are open.

Track closures are updated regularly, check our alerts page for updates.

The upgrades are part of the NSW government infrastructure investment. More detail can be found on this web page or by calling the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Cliff Top walking track
  • Conservation Hut
  • Evans lookout
  • Valley of the Waters picnic area

Applies from Fri 10 Jun 2022, 11.35am to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jun 2022, 11.51am

Closed areas: Royal Coast Track closed at Otford

The Coast Track will be closed Monday to Friday for upgrade works near Otford lookout from Tuesday 14 June to late September 2022. The track will remain open on weekends and public holidays.

When the track is closed:

• Visitors will not be able to access Figure 8 Pools, Werrong Beach track or the Palm Jungle loop track from Otford lookout 
• Coast Track walkers will have to exit the track at Garawarra Farm.

Visitors can still access Figure 8 Pools from Garawarra Farm at any time.

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• Royal National Park
  • Figure Eight Pools
  • North Era campground
  • Palm Jungle loop track
  • The Coast track
  • Werrong Beach track

Applies from Wed 6 Apr 2022, 8.23am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 10.26am

Closed areas: Griffins walking track closed

Griffins walking track is closed until further notice due to heavy rain causing dangerous conditions including eroded creek crossings, potential rockfalls and landslips. The track will be re-opened when safe.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

See list of affected locations on park alerts page.

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• Morton National Park
  • Griffins walking track

Applies from Thu 9 Jun 2022, 2.12pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jun 2022, 8.57am

Safety alerts: Colong-Oberon Stock Route - 4WD access only

4WD vehicles are required along Oberon-Colong stock route to Yerranderie. Recent wet weather has caused slippery conditions with large muddy sections. Drive carefully and be aware of road conditions.

For more information, please call Wollondilly Shire Council on (02) 4677 1100.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • 4WD Oberon Colong historic stock route
• Yerranderie Regional Park
• Yerranderie State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 1 Mar 2022, 10.46am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 3.54pm

Closed areas: Kalkari Discovery Centre closed

Kalkari Discovery Centre is closed until further notice due to damage from severe weather.

For more information contact Bobbin Head Information Centre on 02 9472 8949.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Kalkari Discovery Centre

Applies from Wed 8 Jun 2022, 4.09pm to Sun 10 Jul 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 12.21pm

Closed areas: North Era campground closed

North Era campground is closed until further notice due to the effects of flooding and nearby closures of sections of Royal Coast track.

The area will re-open once it is safe to do so. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • Garie Beach picnic area
  • North Era campground
  • Palm Jungle loop track
  • The Coast track

Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jun 2022, 7.13pm

Closed areas: Access to base of Belmore Falls prohibited

All access to the base of Belmore Falls from Hindmarsh and Belmore Falls lookout and picnic area is permanently closed due to safety risks. Access is also closed from the causeway to the top of the falls. These access points are prohibited to visitors.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Fallsarea office on 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Morton National Park
  • Belmore Falls walking track

Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jun 2022, 8.04pm

Safety alerts: Bungonia Red walking track - Occasional high water

Whilst there is continuing rainfall periodically in Bungonia National Park, the Bungonia Creek water level may at times be higher than normal.

If you're planning to undertake the Red walking track, please assess water levels before continuing through the Bungonia Slot. If in doubt, turn back. Do not enter flood waters. Report conditions via the park register book on-site.

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• Bungonia National Park

Applies from Mon 11 Apr 2022, 8.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jun 2022, 1.42pm

Closed areas: Minnamurra Falls Walk closed until further notice

Minnamurra Falls Walk in Budderoo National Park is currently closed until further notice due to prolonged rainfall causing rock fall, landslides, damage to walking track infrastructure and dangerous conditions.

Lyrebird Loop track remains open, however may close at short notice.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Visitor Centre.

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• Budderoo National Park
  • Lyrebird loop walk
  • Minnamurra Falls walk
  • Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
  • Minnamurra Rainforest outdoor weddings
  • Minnamurra Rainforest picnic area

Applies from Wed 6 Apr 2022, 9.24am to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 9.28am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jun 2022, 1.12pm

Other planned events: Cape Bailey walking track - Detours in place

There are detours in place along the southern section of Cape Bailey walking track from Monday 4 April to Thursday 30 June 2022, to support track works.

For more information, call the NPWS Sydney South area office on 02 9337 5511.

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• Kamay Botany Bay National Park

Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 2.41pm to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 2.44pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Jun 2022, 10.44am

Closed areas: Entry to Burralow Creek campground via Tabaraga Ridge fire trail closed

Burralow Creek campground is open from Friday 3 June 2022. However, Tabaraga Ridge fire trail is closed to vehicles until further notice, due to:

• significant flood damage
• multiple treefalls
• a landslip impacting the trail surface

The only access now open to Burralow campground is via Paterson Range fire trail. Enter near the Bilpin Fruitbowl, via Bells Line of Road. 4WD access only.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4632 4500.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Burralow Creek campground and picnic area

Applies from Thu 2 Jun 2022, 3.56pm to Mon 1 Aug 2022, 9.01am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jun 2022, 5.07pm

Closed areas: Big Yango Precinct Area Closure

The Big Yango precinct except Big Yengo House in Yengo National Park is closed from the 2 June through to the 1 August for repair and maintenance work.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Wollemi-Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Yengo National Park
  • Big Yango loop trail
  • Blue Gums campground
  • Mountain Arm campground
  • Yango walking track

Applies from Tue 29 Mar 2022, 2.44pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jun 2022, 12.29pm

Closed areas: Two Creeks track closed for maintenance

Part of Two Creeks track is closed from Tuesday 29 March 2022 until further notice due to track maintenance.

The closed area is the section of Two Creeks track between the Eastern arterial track entrance and Gordon Creek track intersection.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Garigal National Park
  • Pipeline and Bungaroo tracks to Stepping Stones Crossing

Applies from Thu 2 Jun 2022, 11.57am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jun 2022, 11.58am

Closed areas: Glow Worm Tunnel road closed due to damage

Glow Worm Tunnel road is closed from the intersection of Waratah Ridge and Glow Worm Tunnel Road due to damage.

This road will re-open when safe to do so.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200

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• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

Applies from Sat 17 Oct 2020, 10.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jun 2022, 9.39am

Closed areas: North Head partial closure

Some parts of North Head in Sydney Harbour National Park are closed due to fire damage and geological instability. The closed areas include:

• Bluefish Point
• Wastewater Treatment Plant emergency access road
• Fairfax lookouts

The following areas are closed while upgrades are underway:

• North Head Scenic Drive is closed to vehicles from NPWS carpark 1 from Monday 25 October 2021 to July 2022.
• Fairfax walking track is closed until to November 2022.
• NPWS carparks 1 and 2 are closed until July 2022
• There is no bus or large vehicle access past Q station

These closures may be extended without notice.

Open areas include:

• Q Station
• North Head Sanctuary and Bella Vista Cafe (entry via North Fort)
• Parking areas at North Fort
• The track between Shelly Beach and Bluefish Drive
• Bluefish Drive to the Avenue of Honour
• Collins Flat Beach
• Collins Beach Road

Do not enter the closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) or Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4.00pm, Monday to Friday.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax walk
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head

Applies from Mon 30 May 2022, 8.00am to Tue 19 Jul 2022, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Jun 2022, 9.49am

Closed areas: Bombah Point ferry closed for maintenance

The Bombah Point ferry will be closed from Monday 30 May, and will recommence operation on Wednesday 20 July 2022. This is so essential maintenance and survey inspection work (out of water slipping) can be done.

Contact the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 for further information.

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Tue 31 May 2022, 10.40am to Fri 29 Jul 2022, 10.40am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jun 2022, 6.25pm

Closed areas: Lone Pine Road closed for repair

Part of Lone Pine Road in Wallaroo National Park and Wallaroo State Forest will be closed from Monday 6 June 2022 until further notice, while damage to the road is being repaired. The closed area includes:

• Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Callaghans Trail
• The Common picnic area

Signs and barricades will be in place around the closed areas. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Wallaroo National Park

Applies from Tue 31 May 2022, 11.37am to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 May 2022, 11.56am

Safety alerts: Bummaroo Ford Campground construction

Construction of a new toilet will take place at Bummaroo Ford campground from Tuesday 31 May 2022 to Thursday 30 June 2022. Please note some areas will be closed during this time due to machinery use. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Abercrombie River National Park
  • Bummaroo Ford campground

Applies from Mon 30 May 2022, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 4.49pm

Safety alerts: Hazardous conditions due to wet weather

All roads in Jilliby State Conservation Area are unsealed, and not readily accessible by 2WD vehicles. 4WD vehicles should be used at all times. Gates may be temporarily closed on some roads for roadworks, to prevent damage when wet.

For more information, please call the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Jilliby State Conservation Area
  • Muirs lookout

Applies from Mon 30 May 2022, 1.04pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 1.07pm

Closed areas: Clark Island closure

Clark Island will be closed to the general public from 7th to the 9th June inclusively. NPWS area office 9337 7000.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Clark Island
  • Clark Island

Applies from Mon 30 May 2022, 12.51pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 12.54pm

Closed areas: Shark Island Closure

Shark Island will be closed to the general public on Wednesday 8th June to Thursday 9th June inclusive. NPWS Vaucluse Office 9337 7000.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Shark Island
  • Shark Island – Boowambillee

Applies from Fri 27 May 2022, 12.02pm. Last reviewed: Fri 27 May 2022, 3.33pm

Safety alerts: Pigeon House Mountain Didthul - 4WD only access

Access to Pigeon House Mountain Didthul walking track and picnic area is not suitable for low clearance vehicles. The roads are potholed, and become slippery and boggy during wet weather. 4WD with high clearance vehicles only. Take care and drive safely.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Morton National Park
  • Pigeon House Mountain Didthul picnic area
  • Pigeon House Mountain Didthul walking track

Applies from Wed 25 May 2022, 4.17pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Jun 2022, 10.56am

Closed areas: Cascades walking track, carparks closed

Cascades walking track is closed until further notice due to hazardous trees.

Cascades and Rivulet carparks are also closed due to works being undertaken in these areas.

These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Macquarie Pass National Park
  • Cascades picnic area
  • Cascades walk

Applies from Mon 23 May 2022, 10.55am to Tue 1 Nov 2022, 10.55am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 1.22pm

Closed areas: Glow Worm Tunnel Walking Track closed

The Glow Worm Tunnel walking track is closed from the Tunnel north to the 'four ways' intersection with the Old Coach Rd due to landslips and flood damage.  This section will remain closed until further notice due to continuing landslip risk and need for repair works.  Visitors can still access the Tunnel from the Wolgan Valley Rd track head by walking up the Old Coach Rd and Pagoda track to the south side of the Tunnel. 

Note also that access to the Glow Worm Tunnel from the Newnes Plateau may be affected by closure of the Glow Worm Tunnel Rd due to road conditions (see separate Alert).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Oberon NPWS office on (02) 6336 6200.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Wollemi National Park
  • Glow Worm Tunnel walking track

Applies from Sat 21 May 2022, 11.36am to Wed 3 Aug 2022, 11.47am. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Jun 2022, 1.00pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Belford National Park from Monday 30 May 2022 to Wednesday 6 July 2022.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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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• Belford National Park

Applies from Thu 19 May 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 2.13pm

Closed areas: Airly campground closed due to vandalism

Airly campground is closed due to vandalism. There is no camping available in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area.

The campground will re-open when it has dried out significantly, and work to repair the damage to the trails and camping area can be completed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please email the Mudgee Area office or call on 02 6370 9000. 

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area
  • Airly Gap campground

Applies from Thu 19 May 2022, 1.32pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 10.00am

Closed areas: Trail closed due to wet conditions

The Point Hatteras Trail north of the Diamond Mine dam is closed to vehicles due to wet and muddy trail conditions.

The trail will re-open to vehicles when the area dries out significantly and trail has been assessed for any damage or repair work.

Access to this area is available by walking along the trail.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

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• Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 19 May 2022, 1.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 9.59am

Closed areas: Genowlan Point (Mt Airly) Trails closed due to wet weather

There is no vehicle access to the Genowlan Mountain/ Airly Turret(Mt Airly) section of Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area due to trail conditions from the extended periods of wet weather.

There is no vehicle access to the following areas

• Diamond Mine
• Airly Turret Radio Tower
• The Grotto
• Genowlan Trig Trail
• Genowlan Point
• The Ultimate Slot Canyon

For more information please contact the Mudgee Area Office on 02 6370 9000 or npws.mudgee@environment.nsw.gov.au 

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• Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 29 Nov 2021, 11.06am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 11.17pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 May 2022, 8.56am

Closed areas: Mungo track partial closure

Mungo Track is closed between Tamboi and Brambles Green campground from Monday 29 November until Wednesday 31 August 2022 due to damaged boardwalk. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Myall Lakes National Park
  • Mungo walking track

Applies from Tue 17 May 2022, 3.45pm to Wed 6 Jul 2022, 3.46pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 12.38pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ongoing aerial baiting program from Sunday 22 May to Sunday 5 June 2022 in the following areas:

• Barakee National Park
• Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area
• Ben Halls Gap National Park and Nature Reserve
• Berrico Nature Reserve
• Black Bulga Nature Reserve
• Bretti Nature Reserve
• Camel Hump Nature Reserve
• Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve and State Conservation Reserve
• Cedar Brush Nature Reserve
• Coneac Nature Reserve
• Copland Tops State Conservation Area
• Crawny Pass National Park
• Currcabundi National Park and State Conservation Area
• Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
• Mernot Nature Reserve
• Monkerai Nature Reserve
• Monkeycot Nature Reserve
• The Glen Nature Reserve
• Towarri National Park
• Wallabadah Nature Reserve
• Watchimbark Nature Reserv
• Wingen Maid Nature Reserve
• Woko National Park
• Woolooma National Park.

The program will involve the use of 1080 poison baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison (including meat baits and meat bait products) for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise the impacts of wild dogs and foxes on livestock and native wildlife, especially threatened species.

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 more information about the coordinated program please call the NPWS Barrington Tops area on 02 6540 2300 or 6538 5300.

Affects 4 parks and 34 locations nearby. Show list

• Barrington Tops National Park
  • Aeroplane Hill walking track
  • Antarctic Beech Forest walking track
  • Barrington trail
  • Black Swamp campground
  • Blue Gum loop trail
  • Burraga Swamp walking track
  • Careys Peak lookout
  • Careys Peak walking track
  • Cobark Park picnic area
  • Corker trail
  • Devils Hole lookout walk and picnic area
  • Edwards Swamp walking track
  • Gloucester Falls picnic area
  • Gloucester Falls walking track
  • Gloucester River walking track
  • Gloucester Tops circuit
  • Gloucester Tops picnic area
  • Honeysuckle Forest track
  • Honeysuckle picnic area
  • Jerusalem Creek picnic area
  • Jerusalem Creek trail
  • Junction Pools campground
  • Lagoon Pinch picnic area
  • Link Trail - Gloucester Tops to Careys Peak
  • Little Murray campground
  • Mountaineer-Glowang trail
  • Polblue campground and picnic area
  • Polblue Swamp track
  • River walking track
  • Rocky Crossing walk
  • Sharpes Creek walking track
  • Thunderbolts lookout
  • Williams River picnic area
  • Wombat Creek campground
• Black Bulga State Conservation Area
• Monkerai Nature Reserve
• The Glen Nature Reserve

Applies from Wed 1 Jun 2022, 10.50am to Thu 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 May 2022, 11.29am

Closed areas: Boomeri campground closure

Boomeri campground is closed from Wednesday 1 June 2022 until Thursday 15 September 2022 due to winter maintenance. There is no public access during this time. Please follow all safety signage and directions from staff.

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• Myall Lakes National Park
  • Boomeri campground

Applies from Mon 16 May 2022, 8.21am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 2.55pm

Closed areas: Partial road closures for resurfacing

Partial road closures will be in place through out Munmorah State Conservation Area, due to resurfacing works.

Works will be progressing until Friday 27 May 2022.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 18 Apr 2022, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.34am

Safety alerts: Capertee National Park causeways

Access to Capertee Homestead, Capertee Cottage, Capertee campground and the western side of Capertee National Park is via causeways through the Capertee River.

These causeways are subject to flooding. The Capertee River can rise unexpectedly with heavy rainfall upstream, making the causeways impassable. Please check the weather forecast before leaving home.

For more information please call the NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 9000, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Affects 1 park and 6 locations nearby. Show list

• Capertee National Park
  • Capertee campground
  • Capertee Cottage
  • Capertee Homestead - 'Port Macquarie'
  • Capertee Woolshed ruins
  • Policemans Point campground
  • Valley lookout

Applies from Tue 18 Feb 2020, 5.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.34am

Closed areas: Tramway trail closed due to rockfall

Tramway trail in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area is closed until further notice. The closure is due to a rockfall adjacent to the trail.

A geotechnical risk assessment is currently being undertaken to address safety issues before reopening. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6370 9000.

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• Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 24 Mar 2022, 12.27pm to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 9.19am

Other planned events: 1080 Fox Baiting Program in the Capertee Valley

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh meat baits and/or Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between the 1st of April 2022 and the 30th September 2022 in Wollemi National Park.  The program is to protect the endangered Brush Tail Rock Wallaby.

The following trails will be used as a part of this program:

• Capertee River Trail, downstream (East) of the Coorongooba Campground
• Canobla Gap Fire Trail
• Capertee River North Trail

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Wollemi National Park
  • Coorongooba campground

Applies from Thu 24 Dec 2020, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 9.19am

Safety alerts: Drinking water in Capertee National Park

You'll need to bring your own water for drinking and cooking in Capertee National Park. Water supplied at Capertee Homestead and Capertee Cottage is untreated and only suitable for showering and washing dishes.

Campers at Capertee and Policemans Point campgrounds should not use water from Capertee River for drinking or cooking. 

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Capertee National Park
  • Capertee campground
  • Capertee Cottage
  • Capertee Homestead - 'Port Macquarie'
  • Policemans Point campground

Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 9.19am

Closed areas: Carinya Fire Trail Closed due to rockfall risk

The Carinya Fire Trail is closed due to the rockfall risk caused by the recent wet weather.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Mudgee Area NPWS office 02 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Capertee National Park

Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jun 2022, 1.47pm

Safety alerts: Prickly Ridge Road 4WD only

Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable only for 4WD vehicles.

To prevent further damage visitors are asked to 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.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Jilliby State Conservation Area
  • Muirs lookout

Applies from Mon 9 May 2022, 9.53am to Mon 1 Aug 2022, 9.54am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 3.24pm

Closed parks: Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve closed for flood repairs

Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve will remain closed to the public until at least Saturday 1 August, 2022, due to ongoing flood repairs. 

This closure will be reviewed on 20 July, 2022.

The closure affects the entire reserve, including walking tracks, campgrounds, caves and trails.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4843 5976.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Fri 13 May 2022, 11.47am to Fri 1 Jul 2022, 11.49am. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 2.25pm

Closed areas: Mitchell Park closed for on ground pest control operations

Walking tracks and picnic areas in this park are closed between sunset and sunrise, Monday 16 May to Friday 1 July 2022, for on ground pest control operations.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Cattai National Park
  • Mitchell Park picnic area
  • Mitchell Park walking tracks

Applies from Fri 13 May 2022, 11.58am. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 2.01pm

Closed areas: Scheyville National Park - areas closed for ground pest control operation

All of Scheyville National Park excluding Longneck Lagoon will be closed from between sunset to sunrise, Monday 16 May to Friday 1 July 2022, for ground pest control operations.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Scheyville National Park
  • Migrant Heritage walk
  • Scheyville Camp precinct
  • Scheyville horse riding trails

Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 1.40pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jun 2022, 7.18pm

Closed areas: Kowmung River fire trail closed

Kowmung River fire trail is closed until further notice due to heavy rainfall and rising rivers. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Applies from Wed 1 Jun 2022, 10.41am to Thu 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 12.05pm

Closed areas: Mungo Brush South campground closure

Mungo Brush south campground is closed from Wednesday 1 June 2022 until Thursday 15 September 2022 for winter maintenance. There is no public access during this period.  Please follow all safety signage and directions from staff. Mungo Brush north campground will remain open.  

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Myall Lakes National Park
  • Mungo Brush campground

Applies from Wed 26 Feb 2020, 10.38am. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Jun 2022, 9.14am

Safety alerts: Part of Watagan Road not suitable for 2WD vehicles

Watagan Road from the cattle grid at the southern end of Heaton Road south, uphill to the second cattle grid at the Watagans National Park boundary, is currently not suitable for 2WD vehicles.

This council road is rough and steep in sections because of erosion caused by rain and vehicle traffic. The road is also obstructed by a fallen tree and rock debris. This road should only be used for essential traffic. Take care and drive safely.

Roadworks planned to begin in May 2022 have been deferred to the new financial year.

For more information, contact the local NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Watagans National Park
  • Boarding House Dam picnic area
  • Circuit walking track
  • Monkey Face lookout
  • The Narrow Place lookout

Applies from Tue 10 May 2022, 1.25pm to Wed 14 Sep 2022, 1.27pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 May 2022, 4.37pm

Closed areas: White Tree Bay campground and picnic area closed for works

The White Tree Bay campground and picnic area are closed from Tuesday 10 May to Wednesday 14 September 2022 for annual winter maintenance.

There is no public access during this time. Please follow all safety signage and directions from staff.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the Booti Booti Office on 02 6591 0300.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Myall Lakes National Park
  • White Tree Bay campground and picnic area

Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jun 2022, 4.08pm

Safety alerts: Curra Moors track condition - be cautious

Sections of Curra Moors fire trail and walking loop track are in poor condition due to erosion. Please be cautious, and be aware of unstable edges.

Planning for repairs is in progress.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • Curra Moors loop track

Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 3.34pm to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 4.45pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Marrangaroo National Park from Monday 2 May to Wednesday 2 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200 for more information.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Marrangaroo National Park

Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 3.36pm to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 4.14pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve from Monday 2 May to Wednesday 2 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200 for more information.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 12.50pm to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 11.57pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 2.12pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Turon National Park from Monday 2 May to Wednesday 2 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200 for more information.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Turon National Park

Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 11.11am to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 12.51pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve from Monday 2 May to Wednesday 2 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200 for more information.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 11.02am to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 12.50pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Kanangra Boyd National Park from Monday 2 May to Wednesday 2 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200 for more information.

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• Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 9.35am to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 10.54am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 12.49pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Mares Forest National Park from Monday 2 May to Wednesday 2 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200 for more information.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Mares Forest National Park

Applies from Sat 12 Mar 2022, 11.46am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 11.47am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jun 2022, 9.12am

Safety alerts: Landslip on Watagan Forest Road - Drive with caution

A landslip has recently occurred below Watagan Forest Road between Pile Road and Carrolls Road. Vehicle access is now restricted to a single lane. Please slow down, exercise caution and don't overtake other vehicles. The road may need to be closed if heavy rain threatens the site. 

For further information please contact the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Mon 16 May 2022, 7.00am to Sun 16 Oct 2022, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jun 2022, 11.59am

Other planned events: 1080 pest management program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using fresh meat containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs. The program will be ongoing between 16 May 2022 and 16 October 2022 in the following parks and reserves:

• Morton National Park around Caoura Ridge, Matadoro ridge, Kangaroo Valley and Meryla areas.
• Bungonia National Park and Bungonia State Conservation Area
• Nadgigomar Nature Reserve
• Tarlo River National Park

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 NPWS Fitzroy Falls Depot on 02 4887 8244.

Affects 4 parks nearby. Show list

• Bungonia National Park
• Bungonia State Conservation Area
• Morton National Park
• Tarlo River National Park

Applies from Tue 3 May 2022, 2.20pm to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 May 2022, 2.29pm

Other planned events: Notice of Ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Abercrombie River National Park and State Conservation Area from Monday 2nd May to Wednesday 2nd November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 Kanangra NPWS area office at Oberon on 6336 6200 for more information.

Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list

• Abercrombie River National Park
• Abercrombie River State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 28 Apr 2022, 1.16pm to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 May 2022, 2.20pm

Other planned events: Notice of Ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Blue Mountains National Park from Monday 2nd May to Wednesday 2nd November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 Kanangra NPWS area office at Oberon on 6336 6200 for more information.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 3.04pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 3.07pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 May 2022, 11.05am

Closed areas: Garie Road closed due to damage

Garie Road is closed until further notice due to damage to the road surface.

This road may remain closed for some time to allow for extensive repairs, A reopening date is not currently known.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check Live Traffic NSW for updates before attempting to drive to Garie Beach.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • Garie Beach picnic area

Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 May 2022, 11.05am

Closed areas: Partial Closure Coast Track Little Garie

The Coast Track is closed between Garie and Little Garie is closed until further notice due to rock falls and erosion.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • Garie Beach picnic area
  • North Era campground
  • The Coast track

Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 10.06am to Mon 10 Oct 2022, 10.07am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Jun 2022, 1.14pm

Other planned events: 1080 pest management program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using fresh meat containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs. The program will be ongoing between 3 May 2022 and 10 October 2022 in Morton National Park around Touga, Talwong and Sassafras areas.

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 NPWS Nowra Depot on 02 4428 6300.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Morton National Park

Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 12.13pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 4.42pm

Safety alerts: Kimberly Park campground closed - weed works

Kimberley Park campground on Lake Yarrunga (Kangaroo River) will be closed to visitors to allow for weed removal works by contractors. For your safety, please do not access the site until further notice. 

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Morton National Park
  • Lake Yarrunga campgrounds: Kangaroo River

Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 9.10am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.55am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Wollemi National Park on the following dates:

• Wollemi-Yengo and Mudgee areas: Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022
• Kanangra area: Monday 2 May to Wednesday 2 November 2022

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Area office for more information:

• Kanangra area at Oberon: 02 6336 6200
• Wollemi-Yengo area at Bulga: 02 6574 5555
• Mudgee area at Mudgee: 02 6370 9000

Affects 1 park and 8 locations nearby. Show list

• Wollemi National Park
  • Coorongooba campground
  • Ganguddy-Dunns Swamp campground
  • Glow Worm Tunnel walking track
  • Newnes campground
  • Newnes Industrial Ruins walk
  • Pagoda Lookout walking track
  • Sheepskin Hut campground
  • Twister and Rocky Creek canyons

Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 9.16am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.55am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Yarrobil National Park from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Yarrobil National Park

Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 9.07am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.55am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve
  • Castle Rocks walk
  • Moolarben picnic area

Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 9.03am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.55am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Mugii Murum-Ban State Conservation Area from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area
  • Airly Gap campground

Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.50am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.54am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Goulburn River National Park from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 2 parks and 5 locations nearby. Show list

• Goulburn River National Park
  • Big River campground
  • Big River drive
  • Spring Gully campground
  • Spring Gully drive
  • The Drip walking track
• Goulburn River State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.47am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.54am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Goodiman State Conservation Area from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Goodiman State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.29am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.54am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Gardens of Stone National Park on the following dates:

• Mudgee area from Monday 9 May 2022 to Wednesday 9 November 2022
• Kanangra area from Monday 2 May 2022 to Wednesday 2 November 2022

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Area office for more information:

• Kanangra area at Oberon: 02 6336 6200
• Mudgee area at Mudgee: 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Gardens of Stone National Park
  • Baal Bone Gap picnic area
  • Ben Bullen trail
  • Bicentennial trail: Crown Creek fire trail
  • The Newnes Plateau Cliffs

Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.13am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.54am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Avisford Nature Reserve from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Avisford Nature Reserve

Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.24am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.53am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Durridgere State Conservation Area from Wednesday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Durridgere State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.21am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.53am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Dapper Nature Reserve from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Dapper Nature Reserve

Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.18am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.53am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Capertee National Park from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.

The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park and 6 locations nearby. Show list

• Capertee National Park
  • Capertee campground
  • Capertee Cottage
  • Capertee Homestead - 'Port Macquarie'
  • Capertee Woolshed ruins
  • Policemans Point campground
  • Valley lookout

Applies from Sun 1 May 2022, 11.59pm to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 9.40pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 May 2022, 2.54pm

Closed areas: Ironbark Flat toilets closed for upgrades

The Ironbark Flat toilets, next to Royal National Park Visitor Centre, are closed for upgrade works. There are temporary toilets on the northern side of the building, and the existing accessible restroom beside the Royal National Park Visitor Centre is open.

Visit the Audley Precinct upgrades web page for information about this project.

For more information, please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

Affects 1 park and 10 locations nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • Audley Dance Hall
  • Audley Dance Hall Cafe
  • Currawong Flat picnic area
  • Ironbark Flat picnic area
  • Lady Carrington Drive
  • Pool Flat picnic area
  • Reids Flat Cottage
  • Reids Flat picnic area
  • Royal National Park Visitor Centre
  • Wattle Forest picnic area

Applies from Thu 3 Mar 2022, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Apr 2022, 9.53am

Closed areas: Mount Canobolas Summit precinct closed for redevelopment

The Mount Canobolas Summit precinct will be closed for redevelopment works from 7am, Tuesday 8 March 2022 until further notice. Please refer back to this alert for reopening times as they will be announced closer to the works completion.

Due to continued unauthorised access to to the summit; Spring Glade, The Summits, Nature and Snowgum Walking Tracks have been closed. Orange View picnic area and Look out remain open. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please note that there will be increased traffic of work machinery and vehicles on the road during this development and new speed limits will be in place.

The summit may need to be accessed for contractor or emergency access to the summit regarding telecommunication towers during this time. Please contact the local park office on 02 6332 7640 on weekdays. On weekends, call the duty officer number on 02 8275 1740.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area
  • Snowgum walking track
  • Spring Glade walking track
  • Summits walking track

Applies from Fri 7 May 2021, 8.50am to Sun 7 May 2023, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 27 May 2022, 2.39pm

Closed areas: Sunnyside campground closed

Sunnyside campground will be closed indefinitely until major works have been completed.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Myall Lakes National Park
  • Sunnyside campground

Applies from Tue 15 Feb 2022, 2.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 May 2022, 8.40am

Closed areas: Shepherds Gully Road closed due to storm damage

Shepherds Gully Road and Sternbecks Line walking track are closed until further notice due to storm damage.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555. 

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Yengo National Park
  • Shepherds Gully circuit

Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 3.40pm to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 10.48am. Last reviewed: Sun 22 May 2022, 8.19am

Closed areas: Lemon Tree Forest Road partial closure for roadworks

The section of Lemon Tree Forest Road, between Prickly Ridge Road and Yambo Forest Road, in Jilliby State Conservation Area is closed to all vehicles for reconstruction. This closure will remain in place due to severe erosion and 4WD vehicle damage. Rain has delayed the work again.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 20 Apr 2022, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Apr 2022, 12.13pm

Other planned events: Cadmans Cottage public tours suspended

Cadmans Cottage public tours are suspended until further notice. 

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Cadmans Cottage Historic Site

Applies from Sun 17 Apr 2022, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Apr 2022, 11.53am

Closed areas: Werrong Beach track closed

Werrong Beach track is closed due to a land slip. Further information will be available following a geotechnical assessment.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • Werrong Beach track

Applies from Tue 19 Apr 2022, 2.40pm to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 May 2022, 3.13pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Dharug National Park, Manobalai Nature Reserve, Parr State Conservation Area, Wollemi State Conservation Area, and Yengo National Park from Monday 9th May 2022 to Wednesday 9th November 2022.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 Office for more information on (020 6574 5555,

Affects 5 parks and 16 locations nearby. Show list

• Dharug National Park
  • 11km walking track
  • Dubbo Gully loop
  • Grass Tree circuit
  • Old Great North Road bike ride
  • Ten Mile Hollow campground
• Manobalai Nature Reserve
• Parr State Conservation Area
  • Heartbreak Hill campground
  • Womerah Range trail
• Wollemi State Conservation Area
• Yengo National Park
  • Big Yango House
  • Big Yango loop trail
  • Blue Gums campground
  • Circuit Flat walking track
  • Finchley lookout
  • Howes trail
  • Mogo campground
  • Mountain Arm campground
  • Yango walking track

Applies from Tue 1 Mar 2022, 1.46pm to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 1.46pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Apr 2022, 9.08am

Closed areas: Areas closed for track upgrades

Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 7 March to Wednesday 31 August 2022 for fire trail upgrades. The following fire trails will be closed:

• Big Hill
• Bee Box
• Boundary (Werakata)
• Dam
• Elcom
• Ferguson
• Fishers Folly
• Kearsley South
• Kitchener East
• Missing Link
• No 1
• North Basin
• Pelton
• Pinnacle
• Powerline (Kitchener)
• Racecourse
• Red Hill
• Sandpit
• Sawpit (Kitchener)
• South Basin
• Southams
• Tomalpin
• Unnamed Kata
• Unnamed Werakata

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list

• Werakata National Park
• Werakata State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 8 Nov 2021, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Apr 2022, 4.29pm

Closed areas: Six Foot track partial closure

The following sections of Six Foot track are closed:

• From Explorers Tree (Katoomba) to Megalong Road due to multiple landslips, fallen trees and dangerous trees along the track.
• Between Jenolan Caves cabins and Jenolan Caves 

Six Foot track from Megalong Road is open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

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• Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 4.26pm

Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed

Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Mon 14 Feb 2022, 7.42am. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Apr 2022, 2.07pm

Other incidents: Oaks Singles track undergoing maintenance

Maintenance works are underway on Oaks Singles track from Friday 28 January 2022, due to erosion issues and major safety concerns.

The track will undergo vegetation maintenance followed by the addition of sandstone surface to stabilise some sections and rock armouring in poorly drained sections.

For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4632 4500.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Woodford – Oaks trail

Applies from Wed 1 Jun 2022, 3.13pm to Tue 31 Jan 2023, 3.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 3.23pm

Closed parks: Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve planned closure

Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve will be closed from Wednesday 1 June 2022 to Tuesday 31 January 2023 for major upgrade works. There will be no public access to any of the reserve, including camping, cabins and caves during this period.

For further information contact Wombeyan Caves office on 02 4843 5976.

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• Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Wed 6 Apr 2022, 4.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Apr 2022, 4.21pm

Closed areas: Allambie Flat Toilets are closed

The toilets at Allambie Flat picnic area are closed due to construction of new toilets at this site. Alternative toilets are available at Bus Stop Flat and Ironbark Flat. 

Visit the Audley Precinct upgrades webpage For information about this project.

For more information please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.a

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• Royal National Park

Applies from Tue 25 Jan 2022, 4.10pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Apr 2022, 11.37am

Closed areas: Berowra walking track closure

Berowra walking track, from Berowra to Apple Tree bay, including the Mount Ku-ring-gai access track, is closed until further notice.

There is a significant threat of rockfalls due to slope instability, caused by recent weather events. NPWS will further assess the track and carry out necessary repair works.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Berowra track to Apple Tree Bay
  • Mount Ku-ring-gai track to Berowra Station

Applies from Wed 9 Mar 2022, 4.26pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Apr 2022, 11.23am

Closed areas: Areas closed due to landslide

The George Boyd area and 12 Mile Road west of Tin Mine Road are closed until further notice due to a landslip.

The area will open once repairs are complete.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Morton National Park
  • George Boyd lookout
  • George Boyd picnic area
  • George Boyd Rainforest walking track

Applies from Sun 4 Apr 2021, 11.11am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 9.47am

Closed areas: Campgrounds closed due to road damage and landslide

There is no visitor access along Bangalow Road due to significant road damage and new landslides. The following areas remain closed:

• Bangalow campground
• Gap Creek campground
• Gap Creek picnic area 
• Gap Creek Falls walking tracks

The entry gate will remain locked and there will be no visitor access, including pedestrians.

NPWS is aiming to have all work completed and visitor access restored prior to the end of August 2022. Delays in preparing the tender documents, heavy rain, new landslips and COVID staff shortages have again delayed work commencing.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Central Coast area office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.

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• Watagans National Park
  • Bangalow campground
  • Gap Creek campground

Applies from Wed 2 Feb 2022, 9.20am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 9.24am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 Apr 2022, 9.54am

Closed areas: Road closures

A number of roads in this park are closed due to storm and flood damage. The closed roads are:

• California trail - closed until late September 2022
• Martindale trail - reopening to people with permits late June 2022
• Hunter Main trail:
  • Sheepskin Hut trail to Raspberry Junction - closed until mid June 2022
  • Raspberry Junction to Three Ways - closed until late June 2022
• Mellong Range trail - closed until early June 2022
• Commission Road - Kings Cross to King Junction - closed until late May 2022
• Bulga Trail - closed until late June 2022 

Visitor areas that are currently closed include:

• California Hut - closed until late September 2022
• Sheepskin Hut - closed.

Gates have been locked, and signs are in place on closed roads. Expected reopening times are subject to weather delays.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bulga area office.

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• Appletree Aboriginal Area
• Wollemi Flora Reserve
• Wollemi National Park
  • Sheepskin Hut campground

Applies from Wed 30 Mar 2022, 12.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Mar 2022, 12.40pm

Closed areas: Bonnie Doon track closed for maintenance

Bonnie Doon track is closed from Wednesday 30 March until further notice due to track maintenance.

The following tracks remain open:

• Bairne trail
• Bairne Lookout trail
• Soldiers Point trail

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Bairne walking track

Applies from Mon 28 Mar 2022, 4.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 7.17am

Closed areas: Bob Turners Track closed due to potential landslip

Bob Turners track is closed until further notice, due to an imminent landslip and major safety concerns.

For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4632 4500.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Mon 31 Aug 2020, 10.15am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Apr 2022, 2.14pm

Closed areas: Blue Lake and River walk closed for track works

The Blue Lake and Jenolan River walk in the Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve are closed for construction works. Please refer to the Jenolan Caves website for more information. 

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• Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve
  • Jenolan River walking track

Applies from Thu 24 Mar 2022, 5.10pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Mar 2022, 11.15am

Closed areas: Section of Middle Harbour Creek track closed due to rockfall hazard

Middle Harbour Creek track is closed between Stepping Stone Crossing and Cascades trail until further notice due to rockfall hazard.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

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• Garigal National Park
  • Stepping Stone Crossing to Cascades trail

Applies from Tue 21 Dec 2021, 1.20pm to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 1.22pm. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Mar 2022, 1.02pm

Closed areas: Sheepskin Hut campground and picnic area closed

Sheepskin Hut campground and picnic area are closed for toilet repairs from Tuesday 21 December to Thursday 31 Aug 2022. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bulga office.

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• Wollemi National Park
  • Sheepskin Hut campground

Applies from Tue 22 Mar 2022, 4.24pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Apr 2022, 4.35pm

Safety alerts: Campbells Point Road Temp Closure - Jilliby SCA

Campbells Point Road and Campbells Point Link Road in the southern section of Jiiliby State Conservation Area will be closed from Wednesday 23 March to Friday 1st April 2022.

The closure is to enable major roadworks to repair the fire trail, for future wildfire response and hazard reduction burning.

Please stay off the fire trail and follow directions on signage, and of NPWS staff and contractors.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 14 Mar 2022, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Mar 2022, 2.00pm

Closed areas: Nicholas Pass track partly closed

Nicholas Pass track is partly closed from the base of Fairy Bower Falls to Tooth's walking track until further notice due to fallen trees.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Morton National Park

Applies from Thu 17 Feb 2022, 11.33am to Fri 29 Jul 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Apr 2022, 10.04am

Closed areas: Bobbin Head toilet blocks closed for upgrades

The toilet blocks at Orchard Park and Gibberagong will be closed for upgrades from Monday 7 March until the end of July 2022. There will be temporary toilets in place while the works are being carried out.

For more information, please contact the local office on 02 8448 0400.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Bobbin Head

Applies from Fri 11 Mar 2022, 4.02pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Mar 2022, 4.46pm

Closed areas: Monument Footpath damaged by flood waters, partially closed

A small section of Monument Footpath has been temporarily closed off due to flood water damage, about 650 metres from the start of the path at the intersection of Captain Cook Drive and Prince Charles Parade, Kurnell.  

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• Kamay Botany Bay National Park
  • Commemoration Flat picnic area

Applies from Tue 7 Oct 2014, 1.53pm. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Apr 2022, 3.34pm

Closed areas: Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area closed

Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area are closed for approved underground mining operations. The affected areas (see map) have been closed to protect visitor safety, because they're subject to subsidence and remediation activities from the mining operations.

Great North walk remains open. An update will be provided should this situation change.

If you're visiting the park, please be aware of subsidence and pollution incidents that took place in 2013, which were greater than what was expected from normal mining operations. These included a cliff fall in the north, and a subsidence and grout leak incident in the central part of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area. 

If you're planning to visit the park during this time, please stay on formed tracks and trails and observe all barriers, warning signs and safety messages. Areas subject to possible cliff fall or subsidence in both areas of the park are clearly marked.

For more information, call the NPWS Lower Hunter area office on 02 4946 4100. NSW National Parks safety page.

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• Sugarloaf State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 10.09am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 10.22am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jun 2022, 3.02pm

Closed areas: Hickson Street lookout - Tower works

Works will be commencing on the Hunter water tower at Hickson Street lookout, to enable construction of a new communications tower. As such, there will be a walking track detour.

The minor diversion and will not impact on community access to the lookout. Directional signage will be in place.  

For further information please contact the local NPWS office on 02 4946 4100.

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• Glenrock State Conservation Area
  • Hickson Street lookout

Applies from Fri 21 May 2021, 1.11pm to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Mar 2022, 11.40am

Other planned events: Temporary fencing at West Head lookout

West Head lookout is open to visitors, and temporary fencing has been installed at the lookout for public safety. Upgrades will take place from July to October 2022.

Please do not enter the fenced area. Nearby walking tracks remain open.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • West Head lookout

Applies from Wed 10 Feb 2016, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Mar 2022, 11.22am

Closed areas: Flat Rock track partial closure

The section of Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance to the Downpatrick Street entrance, is permanently closed where the old track passes through private property near Killarney Point.

Please note:

• Walkers heading west should exit Flat Rock track at the eastern end of Killarney Drive and use Killarney Drive until you reach Downpatrick Street. Then walk down the street and re-enter Flat Rock track from the Downpatrick Street fire trail.
• Walkers heading east should exit Flat Rock track at the Downpatrick Street fire trail and use Downpatrick Street, then Killarney Drive until you reach the end of Killarney Drive. Re-enter Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.

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• Garigal National Park
  • Natural Bridge track to Davidson Park

Applies from Thu 17 Feb 2022, 3.56pm to Mon 5 Dec 2022, 3.58pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Apr 2022, 5.46pm

Closed areas: Shark Beach closed during construction of replacement seawall

Replacement of the Nielsen Park seawall commenced on Tuesday 1 March 2022. Shark Beach, the promenade and kiosk are closed, and event and accommodation bookings for Nielsen Park will be suspended during the construction period (approximately 9 months).

From Tuesday 1 March 2022, closed areas:

• Shark Beach and promenade
• Nielsen Park kiosk, restaurant, Surf Club and Halbert Pavilion 
• Steel Point Cottage and Gardners Cottage 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the project web page for more information.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Gardeners Cottage
  • Nielsen Park
  • Steele Point Cottage
  • The Nielsen
  • The Nielsen

Applies from Tue 1 Mar 2022, 9.28am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 9.29am. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Mar 2022, 10.31am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 1 March 2022 to Wednesday 31 August 2022 within Winburndale Nature Reserve.

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 call NPWS Central West Area Office on 02 6332 7640.

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• Winburndale Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 27 Jan 2022, 1.23pm to Thu 1 Dec 2022, 1.26pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Jan 2022, 4.42pm

Closed areas: Gardener's cottage closed due to construction

Gardeners Cottage is closed from March to December 2022 due to seawall construction at Shark Beach. 

For more information, please contact the local office.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Gardeners Cottage

Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Jan 2022, 10.43am

Closed areas: Kurnell Visitor Centre closed for upgrades

Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed until further notice. The site is being prepared for a new visitor centre as part of the Kamay 2020 Project. 

Learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Project or contact the local area office email.

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• Kamay Botany Bay National Park
  • Kurnell Visitor Centre

Applies from Wed 13 Jan 2021, 12.04pm to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 12.05pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Feb 2022, 12.39pm

Closed areas: Lake Eckersley campground

Lake Eckersley campground in Heathcote National Park is closed indefinitely. The nearest remote camp site is located at Kingfisher Pools. 

For further information contact the Audley Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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• Heathcote National Park
  • Lake Eckersley picnic area

Applies from Fri 10 Sep 2021, 2.25pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Jan 2022, 12.41pm

Closed areas: Area closed due to geological instability

Golden Gully Arch walking track at Hill End Historic Site is closed due a geological instability and risk of falling rocks.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6370 9023.

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• Hill End Historic Site
  • Golden Gully walking track

Applies from Tue 3 Aug 2021, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Jan 2022, 1.33pm

Other planned events: Notice of herbicide treatment program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service and WaterNSW will be conducting a herbicide treatment program between Tuesday 3 August 2021 and Wednesday 2 February 2022.

This treatment will mainly affect Lake Yarrunga foreshore areas along the Kangaroo River. The program involves the use of garlon 3A for the control of the weed ludwigia longifolia.

For further information, please email the NPWS Illawarra Highlands area office or call 02 4887 8244. 

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• Morton National Park
  • Lake Yarrunga campgrounds: Kangaroo River

Applies from Tue 1 Feb 2022, 1.00am to Mon 1 Aug 2022, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Jan 2022, 8.27am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 pest management

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 1 February 2022 and 31 July 2022 in Sydney Harbour National Park (Chowder Bay, Dobroyd, Bradleys, Georges, Middle and North Headlands (North Head includes the adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management, and Quarantine Station). Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

For more information, contact the NPWS Middle Head area office on 02 9960 6266, the North Head Sanctuary, Many (Harbour Trust Lands) on 02 8969 2128 (business hours). Alternatively, call the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (after hours).

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• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Feb 2022, 1.00am to Mon 1 Aug 2022, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Jan 2022, 8.26am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 pest management

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 1 February 2022 and 31 July 2022 in Garigal National Park. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. 

All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 (business hours). Alternatively, call NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (after hours).

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• Garigal National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Feb 2022, 1.00am to Mon 1 Aug 2022, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Jan 2022, 8.26am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 pest control program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 1 February 2022 and Sunday 31 July 2022 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.

Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 or the NPWS Lane Cove 02 8448 0400 (business hours). Alternatively call the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (after hours).

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Feb 2022, 1.00am to Mon 1 Aug 2022, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Jan 2022, 8.26am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 pest management

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits and fresh baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Wednesday 1 February and Sunday 31 July 2022 in Lane Cove National Park. 

All baiting locations are identifiable by signs. Please do not enter the baiting locations or touch the bates.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 more information, contact the Lane Cove area office on 02 8448 0400 (during business hours) or the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (after hours).

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• Lane Cove National Park

Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Nov 2021, 2.36pm

Closed areas: Fort Denison closed

Fort Denison will be closed until late 2022.

Conservation and upgrade works are currently underway. Key elements include the construction of a new accessible wharf and maintenance and upgrade to buildings and services. Fort Denison will be closed to visitors until these works have been complete.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Standard work hours during the construction phase will be between:

• 7am and 6pm Monday to Friday
• 8am and 1pm on Saturday

Noise monitoring stations will be set up in Kirribilli and Cremorne to check any over-water noise so that it does not exceed legal levels. It is not expected to be high.

For more information, visit the project webpage or call the NPWS Sydney South area office on 02 9337 5511. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fort Denison – Muddawahnyuh

Applies from Fri 19 Nov 2021, 2.34pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 2.35pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Jan 2022, 9.52am

Closed areas: Conservation Hut cafe closed

The Conservation Hut cafe is closed until further notice.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Conservation Hut

Applies from Thu 26 Jan 2017, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Dec 2021, 8.15am

Closed areas: Middle Ridge Road - fire trail closed

Middle Ridge Road is closed from the intersection of Null Road. There is no vehicle or pedestrian access to Ravensdale Road. This trail is dormant and not open for public use. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 18 Nov 2021, 10.47am. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Dec 2021, 2.26pm

Closed areas: Toorooroo campground closed due to damage

Toorooroo campground is closed due to fire and flood damage. Please check back for updates.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Morton National Park
  • Toorooroo campground

Applies from Thu 11 Nov 2021, 8.32am to Mon 3 Oct 2022, 8.34am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Dec 2021, 8.35am

Safety alerts: River crossings to campgrounds

Vehicle access to the following camping areas is via natural river bed crossings that require 4WD capability, and are subject to flooding:

• Wollemi National Park -  Newnes (Cricket Pitch camping area only)
• Turon National Park - all camping areas
• Marrangaroo National Park - main camping area
• Abercrombie River National Park - all camping areas
• Kanangra Boyd National Park - Kowmung river crossing 

River levels can rise rapidly with heavy rain falling upstream. Please check the weather forecast before leaving home.

Affects 5 parks and 9 locations nearby. Show list

• Abercrombie River National Park
  • Licking Hole campground
  • Silent Creek campground
  • The Beach
  • The Sink campground
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
• Marrangaroo National Park
  • Marrangaroo campground
• Turon National Park
  • The Diggings campground
  • Turon River camping
  • Woolshed Flat campground
• Wollemi National Park
  • Newnes campground

Applies from Wed 15 Sep 2021, 2.58pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Jan 2022, 2.22pm

Other incidents: Wombeyan Caves Road (via Mittagong) closed

Wombeyan Caves Road (via Mittagong) is closed between Goodman's Ford and Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve while major flood repairs are in progress. Alternative routes are from Goulburn via the Hume Highway or from the Blue Mountains.

For more information visit the Wingecarribee Shire Council website.

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• Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Wed 3 Nov 2021, 9.00am to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 4.10pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Jan 2022, 8.47am

Other planned events: Privet control in Robertson Nature Reserve

NPWS staff and contractors are conducting privet and secondary weed control across Robertson Nature Reserve until Thursday 30 June 2022. This work includes the hand application of glyphosate biactive and metsulfuron herbicides.

For further information please call the local NPWS area office.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Robertson Nature Reserve
  • Rainforest walking track

Applies from Sun 25 Apr 2021, 11.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Nov 2021, 3.35pm

Other planned events: Orchard Park shelter restoration

The shelters in Orchard Park at Bobbin Head will be undergoing restoration works from Monday 26 April 2021. As the work is complex, it is unsure when the shelters will reopen. 

Signage and security fencing will be erected around closed shelters as they are progressively repaired. Not all shelters will be closed at once, so you can use the remaining shelters while construction works are completed. 

For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Bobbin Head

Applies from Thu 21 Oct 2021, 11.15am to Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Nov 2021, 8.33am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Ground Baiting Program

A baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between Thursday 21 October 2021 to 20 September 2022 in the Kangaroo Valley, Budgong and Illaroo areas.

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please call the NPWS Shoalhaven area office on 02 4428 6300.

Affects 4 parks nearby. Show list

• Bugong National Park
• Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve
• Kangaroo River Nature Reserve
• Morton National Park

Applies from Fri 1 Oct 2021, 9.47am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Oct 2021, 8.51am

Closed areas: Toilet closures in Lane Cove National Park

Some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends, public holidays and during school holidays. The closed toilets are at:

• Carters Creek (Area 9)
• Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
• Haynes Flat (Area 32)

Please note: This does not apply to bookings. Where there are bookings, toilets will be opened.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Lane Cove National Park
  • Carter Creek picnic area
  • Haynes Flat picnic area
  • Lane Cove picnic areas

Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Sun 7 Nov 2021, 9.25am

Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times

The North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times are:

• From 1 October to 31 March - from 5am to 8.30pm
• From 1 April to 30 September - 6am to 6pm

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax walk
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head
  • Q Station

Applies from Wed 31 Mar 2021, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Sun 7 Nov 2021, 9.24am

Closed areas: Bluefish Point closed

The Bluefish Point bushland area is closed to public access for public safety and to protect important plant and animal communities. For your safety and to help conserve the landscape, please stay on sign-posted walking tracks when visiting Sydney Harbour National Park.

The Shelly Beach to Bluefish walking track is open.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head

Applies from Sat 18 Sep 2021, 1.27pm. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Oct 2021, 11.03am

Closed areas: 12 Mile Road closed

The 12 Mile Road from George Boyd lookout to Main Road 92 is closed due to flood damage

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Morton National Park

Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 9.50am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 10.05am

Other incidents: COVID-19 safety advice

Please plan ahead when visiting this park. Popular precincts may be closed at short notice to ensure visitation levels do not exceed COVID-19 social distancing requirements.

Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.

We encourage you to:

• Plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 3pm.
• Check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park.
• Be prepared to move on if it's not possible to park your vehicle or to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.

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• Garigal National Park
• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Mon 4 Jul 2016, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Aug 2021, 4.48pm

Closed areas: Fire trails, roads closed due to damage

The following fire trails are closed due to illegal 4WD damage:

• Maculata fire trail west of Jilliby Road to Daniels Point fire trail
• Eastern section of Daniels Point fire trail to Jilliby Jilliby Creek

There is no vehicle access across Little Jilliby Jilliby Creek in either direction. Locked gates are in place in several locations. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 29 Oct 2019, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Apr 2021, 7.39am

Safety alerts: Swimming safety in Berowra Valley National Park

Swimming is not advisable in Berowra Creek at certain times as the water may be subject to variable pollution levels and algal blooms. Please refer to the Hornsby Shire Council website before swimming in Berowra Creek. Alternatively you can call the Hornsby Council 24 hour information line on 9847 6666 or the Algal information line on 1800 999 457.

Swimming at Fishponds is not advised at any time due to heavy water pollution.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Berowra Valley National Park

Applies from Tue 25 Aug 2020, 7.47am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Mar 2021, 8.00am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be ongoing between Friday 29 January 2021 and Tuesday 31 August 2021 along management trails in Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area.

Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions as well as other appropriate locations throughout the reserve.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 NPWS Central West area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640.

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• Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.35pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Feb 2021, 9.16am

Closed areas: Tianjara fire trail

Tianjara fire trail is closed. Please do not enter the closed area.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Morton National Park

Applies from Fri 31 Jul 2020, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Mar 2021, 2.03pm

Closed parks: Muogamarra Nature Reserve access

Muogamarra Nature Reserve is only open to the public for 6 weeks every year, around spring time. Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access is restricted at other times to approved educational and research activities only.

For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for further information.

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• Muogamarra Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 16 Nov 2020, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Jan 2021, 10.08am

Safety alerts: Protect your picnic - native birds may steal your food

Birds at Nielsen Park are attempting to steal food from visitors' picnics and tables due to unauthorised feeding of local native birds. To try and reduce this unwanted behaviour, NPWS is asking visitors to not actively feed any wildlife and to please bring suitable methods to cover your food. These include storage containers with sealed lids or an umbrella to cover your picnic to reduce food visibility and access.

Please note, it is illegal to feed wildlife in a national park. NPWS officers are monitoring the area and fines apply if visitors are seen actively feeding birds and promoting this unwanted behaviour.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Nielsen Park

Applies from Tue 27 Oct 2020, 10.14am. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Dec 2020, 10.03am

Closed areas: Lower track closed

Lower track in Wolli Creek Regional Park is temporarily closed while remediation is carried out on Lot 2.

Undercliffe track remains open through to Jackson track and Turrella Reserve.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Wolli Creek Regional Park
  • Wolli Creek walking track

Applies from Wed 30 Sep 2020, 11.54am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Sep 2020, 4.00pm

Safety alerts: Ironbark Road access to picnic area - Last 850m 4WD only

The last 850m along Ironbark Road (Crown Road) to access Ironbark picnic area is currently limited to 4WD vehicles only. This section is not suitable to conventional 2WD vehicles due to a severely eroded hill along the Crown Road. Visitors to this section of the park travelling by conventional 2WD vehicles will have to walk the last 850 metres to access to the start of the park and Ironbark picnic area.

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• Popran National Park
  • 248 trail
  • Hominy Creek walking track
  • Ironbark picnic area
  • Mount Olive lookout
  • Mount Olive trail

Applies from Thu 9 Jul 2020, 2.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Aug 2020, 9.06am

Closed areas: Sugarloaf carpark closed

Sugarloaf car park is no longer open to the public. We apologise for any inconvenience.

For more information, please contact Chatswood Area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Lane Cove National Park

Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.51pm

Other planned events: Marangaroo National Park

If you plan to stay at an NPWS campground after 1 June 2020 you'll need to make a booking first. This also applies to campgrounds that did not require bookings previously.

If you can't find your preferred campground on a webpage for Marangaroo National Park, please check this list of lesser-known campgrounds and make your booking.

If you're still unable to find your preferred campground phone 1300 072 757.

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• Marrangaroo National Park

Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 3.51pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 May 2020, 3.03pm

Closed areas: Click Creek fire trail and Slippery Rock Road

Click Creek fire trail is closed due to extensive storm damage. The trail will remain closed until maintenance works can be completed. Slippery Rock Road is closed due to eroded surfaces making conditions unsafe. The road will reopen, subject to consent conditions once maintenance work is completed. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Mon 29 Sep 2014, 1.49pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Apr 2020, 1.17pm

Closed areas: Old Wagstaffe trail - no access through private property

There is no public access to Old Wagstaffe trail through private property. Signs show where public access is not permitted. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. 

For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury North area office on 02 4320 4200 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Bouddi National Park

Applies from Fri 4 Jan 2019, 1.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Mar 2020, 9.22am

Closed areas: Morisset picnic area

The Morisset section of Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area is closed from Thursday 20 December 2019. There is now no public access to the following areas:

• The  Morisset Hospital site
• Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area foreshore
• Morisset picnic area.

Alternative picnic areas are located in the Lake Macquarie Council area in and around the Morisset and Bonnells Bay foreshores. There is no public access to view the kangaroos that frequent the hospital site. Members of the public can contact the hospital administrative office on 02 4973 0222. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Central Coast area Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area
  • Morisset picnic area