Applies from Wed 24 Nov 2021, 8.17am to Wed 8 Dec 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Dec 2021, 10.13am

Closed areas: Bateau Bay beach carpark closed for maintenance

Bateau Bay Beach carpark is closed to vehicles from 12pm Monday 6 December to Wednesday 8 December 2021 (inclusive) for maintenance works.

This closure is weather dependent and may be extended.

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

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• Wyrrabalong National Park
  • Bateau Bay Beach picnic area

Applies from Thu 2 Sep 2021, 1.47pm to Wed 15 Dec 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Dec 2021, 11.33am

Closed areas: Kalkari Discovery Centre closed

Kalkari Discovery Centre is closed from Saturday 19 June 2021 until further notice to protect the health and safety of our volunteers, visitors and staff.

Please comply with the current NSW Government COVID-19 rules if visiting your local national park during this time. Check the COVID-19 update page for more information.

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

Applies from Thu 28 Oct 2021, 2.18pm to Wed 22 Dec 2021, 11.31pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Dec 2021, 10.06am

Closed areas: Walking tracks closed for upgrades

The following walking tracks are closed from Monday 1 November to Thursday 23 December 2021 for track upgrades:

• Berowra track to Apple Tree Bay
• Mount Kuringgai track to Berowra station

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office via email or call 02 8448 0400.

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

Applies from Mon 1 Nov 2021, 8.38am to Fri 28 Jan 2022, 8.44am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Dec 2021, 10.06am

Other planned events: Electricity transmission tower maintenance works

Structure refurbishment work will be undertaken on towers within Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park between November 2021 and January 2022. Tracks and trails will remain open, but there will be some slight increase in vehicle movement during this time. 

Please contact the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400 or send an email for more information. 

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

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.

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

Applies from Thu 14 Oct 2021, 11.09am to Thu 9 Dec 2021, 11.10am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Oct 2021, 8.48am

Closed areas: Restricted access to Cowan courtesy moorings

The NPWS courtesy moorings in Cowan waters are undergoing annual maintenance. Access to moorings maybe restricted temporarily while works are completed.

Works are due to commence the week beginning Monday 18 October 2021, and will take approximately 2 months to complete (subject to weather conditions).

Please follow all safety signs and directions from staff.

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

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 10.40am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Sep 2021, 9.52am

Closed areas: Barbecue and picnic facilities closed due to COVID-19 restrictions

NPWS campgrounds, accommodation, visitor centres, guided tours and high-visitation areas like barbecue and picnic facilities are closed in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park until further notice as a result of the NSW Government’s stay-at-home restrictions. Find out more on our COVID-19 update webpage.

Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 for further information. 

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Resolute picnic area

Applies from Fri 21 May 2021, 1.11pm to Sun 30 Jan 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Sep 2021, 9.50am

Other planned events: West Head lookout - temporary fencing

West Head lookout is open to visitors, and temporary fencing has been installed at the lookout for public safety. Upgrades will take place in 2021-2022.

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 Sun 1 Aug 2021, 1.00am to Tue 1 Feb 2022, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 3.59pm

Other planned events: Notice of 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 Sunday 1 August 2021 and Monday 31 January 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 Forestville office 02 9451 3479 or Lane Cove office on 8448 0400.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase 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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• Ku-ring-gai Chase 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