Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Wed 1 February 2023, 11.24am
Applies from Mon 1 Aug 2022, 1.26pm
to Sun 30 Apr 2023, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 1 Feb 2023, 11.24am.
Safety alerts: Unsealed council access roads in variable condition
Council-managed access roads to Mungo National Park are unsealed and in variable condition. Before travelling on any unsealed roads, please check road condition reports for Balranald, Wentworth and Central Darling Shires. Do not travel on closed Council roads.
There are numerous access routes to Mungo National Park and conditions can change quickly due to the weather.
Applies from Mon 23 Jan 2023, 2.00pm
to Fri 3 Feb 2023, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 1 Feb 2023, 11.24am.
Closed areas: Zanci Pastoral Loop closed due to wet conditions
Due to wet road conditions the Zanci Pastoral Loop is closed until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Affects 3 locations in this park:
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Applies from Mon 29 Aug 2022, 8.00am
to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.58am.
Other planned events: Visitor facility upgrades
The following visitor attractions will undergo upgrades over the coming months but will remain open:
- Main campground
- Walls carpark
- Walls carpark amenities
- Walls boardwalk access
- Mungo Visitor Centre
Please follow all signage and directions from NPWS staff. Any closures to an attraction will be posted on this NPWS alerts page.
For more information, please contact the local office.
Affects 5 locations in this park:
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Applies from Sat 7 Nov 2020, 8.01am
to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.57am.
Closed areas: Belah campground closure
Belah campground is closed until further notice.
This closure remains in place while site protection works are completed on the Mungo Self-guided Drive Tour road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 6 Nov 2020, 12.00pm
to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.57am.
Closed areas: Mungo self-guided drive part closure
Sections of the Mungo self-guided drive tour road remain closed. No access is permitted beyond Red Top lookout.
Road works have commenced to undertake cultural site protection and improvements to the road surface.
These works will take some time to complete and the wet weather in spring delayed the works program.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
Affects 6 locations in this park:
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Applies from Mon 10 Oct 2022, 10.43am
to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.57am.
Fire bans: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in Mungo National Park and remains in place from midnight Monday 10 October 2022 to midnight Friday 31 March 2023. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
Affects 17 locations in this park:
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Applies from Mon 10 Jan 2022, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Feb 2023, 10.49am
Closed areas: Emu Lake Drive closed for maintenance
Emu Lake Drive is closed indefinitely due to ongoing maintenance.
Access to Emu Lake campground remains open when not affected by rain.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Tue 22 Nov 2022, 9.10am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Feb 2023, 10.41am
Closed areas: Closed access road into Kinchega National Park
The Little Menindee Creek Road access road (Low Road) has been damaged by floodwater and is closed.
For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Tue 31 Jan 2023, 4.01pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 Jan 2023, 4.08pm
Closed areas: Willows Campground Closed
The Willows Picnic Area & Campground will be closed for approximately three weeks from Monday 6th February while works are undertaken to upgrade the access road.
For more information contact the park office on 0350 201764.
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Applies from Tue 31 Jan 2023, 11.00am to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 31 Jan 2023, 11.05am
Safety alerts: Murray River - minor flooding
Most access roads in this park are affected by flooding from the Murray River. Roads may be slippery with uneven surfaces when exposed by receding flood water.
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 most areas in this park.
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 NPWS Buronga office on 03 5021 8900.
Affects 2 parks and 2 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 30 Jan 2023, 9.30am to Fri 3 Feb 2023, 9.01am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jan 2023, 9.40am
Closed parks: Kinchega National Park - Closed due to rain
Park closed due to rain event
Kinchega National Park is closed from Monday 30/01/23 to Friday 02/03/23 due to severe rain event and road closures. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park are closed and will be reassessed on 03/02/23. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information contact the local park office on 08 8084 2880.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
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Applies from Wed 5 Oct 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Jan 2023, 10.17am
Closed areas: Visitor attractions closed due to flooding
The following day-use areas are closed until further notice due to impacts of flooding:
- Regatta Beach Picnic Area
- Yanga Lake walking track
- Yanga Lake Redgum bird hide
- Yanga Woolshed picnic area
Some campgrounds are also impacted, check website before travel to avoid disappointment.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the NPWS Yanga area office on 03 5020 1826.
Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 5 May 2022, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.39am
Closed areas: Darling River Campground is closed due to river flooding
Darling River Campground and River Drive are currently closed due to rising floodwaters of the Darling River. Anticipated closure to the end of April 2023. Closure will be updated as conditions change. For more information please call the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.24am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 9.35am
Closed areas: Woolshed drive is closed due to floodwater over the road
There is no access to Kinchega Visitor Centre, Kinchega Shearers Quarters, Old Kinchega Homestead Precinct and Emu Lake campground as Woolshed Drive has been closed by rising floodwaters from the Darling River. The road through to the Tandou Station boundary is still accessible. This closure will be updated when conditions change. For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 31 Oct 2022, 11.59pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jan 2023, 11.45am
Fire bans: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect from midnight Monday 31 October 2022 to midnight Friday 31 March 2023. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Mon 19 Sep 2022, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jan 2023, 10.34am
Closed areas: Old Kinchega Homestead Ruins and Billabong walk are inaccessible due to flooding
Old Kinchega Homestead Ruins and Billabong walk are inaccessible due to rising floodwaters of the Darling River.
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Applies from Thu 22 Dec 2022, 4.27pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Dec 2022, 4.54pm
Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban begins in Riverina Area Reserves
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
Affects 5 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 10 Oct 2022, 10.57am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jan 2023, 9.29am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Euston Regional Park
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect from midnight 10 October 2022 to midnight 31 March 2023. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Mon 10 Oct 2022, 10.54am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jan 2023, 9.29am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Kemendok National Park
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect from midnight 10 October 2022 to midnight 31 March 2023. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Tue 25 Oct 2022, 11.05am to Sat 4 Mar 2023, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Jan 2023, 1.36pm
Closed parks: Kalyarr National Park is closed due to recent wet weather and flooding .
All precincts of Kalyarr National Park are closed due to wet weather and flooding, this includes the campground in Norwood precinct.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
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Applies from Mon 24 Oct 2022, 4.23pm to Sat 4 Mar 2023, 11.10am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jan 2023, 10.48am
Closed parks: Murrumbidgee Valley National and Regional Parks and Nature Reserve closed
Murrumbidgee Valley National and Regional Park and Nature Reserve are closed from Monday 24 October 2022 to Saturday 4th March 2023, due to widespread flooding.
Some precincts have been assessed as safe and reopened, these include;
- Cuba precinct
- Dunoon Lagoon
-Willbriggie
-Willbriggie East.
Campgrounds must be booked prior to camping. This can be done at this website Murrumbidgee Valley campgrounds | NSW National Parks.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office, on 02 6966 8100.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
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Applies from Mon 10 Oct 2022, 10.30am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 10.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Jan 2023, 9.17am
Fire bans: Park fire ban - Yanga and Kyalite Reserves
A park fire ban is in place in Yanga National Park, Yanga State Conservation Area and Murray Valley Regional Park (Kyalite Reserves) and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office on 0350 201764 before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
Affects 3 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Wed 5 Oct 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Jan 2023, 10.16am
Closed areas: Woolpress Bend and Mamanga campgrounds closed due to flooding
Woolpress Bend and Mamanga campgrounds are closed due to impacts of flooding. The campgrounds are slowly drying out and will reopen once staff have addressed damage to roads and infrastructure.
For more information, contact the local park office on 03 5020 1764.
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Applies from Tue 29 Sep 2020, 12.55pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Jan 2023, 10.10am
Closed areas: Yanga National Park office closed - still taking phone calls and emails
Yanga National Park office is currently closed to the public due to COVID-19 restrictions. You can still contact us by phone or email for information.
Visitors can still access the historic Yanga Homestead precinct between 8.30am and 4.30pm daily. A self-guided tour offering exclusive access inside the homestead is available from Balranald Visitor Information Centre or Balranald Caravan Park. Call the visitor information centre on 1800 444 043 for more information.
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