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Applies from Tue 28 Nov 2023, 12.05pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Dec 2023, 4.18pm
Closed areas: Gulaga walking track closed from Saddle to Summit
The Gulaga walking track from the Saddle to the Summit is currently closed due to multiple trees falling across the track during the recent weather event impacting the South Coast. NPWS staff are assessing the damage and working to restore access, however until the trees are removed it is unsafe to enter these areas.
Please check the NPWS website for updates before travelling to Gulaga National Park. Do not attempt to enter these areas, and follow the directive of signage in place and NPWS staff in the area. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Mon 4 Dec 2023, 10.44am to Mon 11 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Dec 2023, 10.47am
Safety alerts: Saltwater Creek - Light to Light Walk
Saltwater Creek Beach Crossing may not be passable due to heavy rainfall especially on higher tides.
For any further information please contact NPWS Merimbula Office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Fri 24 Mar 2023, 12.51pm to Fri 8 Dec 2023, 12.52pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Nov 2023, 9.59am
Closed areas: Light to Light walk closure
The Light to Light walk is currently closed between Boyds Tower to Saltwater Creek from late July 2023 until December 2023 to allow for track upgrades. These closures will impact plans to complete the return-walk. This closure will not affect Saltwater Creek or Bittangabee campgrounds.
If you're booking your walk through a licensed tour operator, you can expect that these operators are being regularly informed by NPWS, so that track closure impacts can be planned for and managed.
Please monitor NPWS alerts for track closures, be prepared to modify your itinerary while track upgrades are being completed and consider transport options to divert around closed sections of the walk.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Wed 29 Nov 2023, 4.17pm to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 4.25pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Nov 2023, 4.32pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Friday 1st December 2023 Sunday 30 June 2024 . The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will take place in Bournda National Park.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
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 Merimbula NPWS area office for more information on 6495 5000.
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Applies from Tue 28 Nov 2023, 11.40am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Nov 2023, 11.56am
Closed areas: Bogola Head Road and Plovers Lane access closed due to road surface damage
Bogola Head Road and Plovers Lane access road will be closed to vehicles until further notice, this is due to road surface damage which may become impassable due to rain.
A severe weather warning for heavy rainfall and damaging winds has been issued for the South Coast on 28.11.2023. Heavy rainfall and strong winds are forecast, with possible flooding expected in some areas.
For updated weather information check Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/ and keep up to date by listening to the local ABC radio.
For more information or assistance during Severe Weather contact State Emergence Service on https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/ or in life threatening situations call Emergency Services on Triple Zero 000.
Please check the NPWS website before travelling to Eurobodalla National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information visit the NSW National Parks safety page for guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 24 Nov 2023, 4.42pm to Thu 14 Dec 2023, 4.43pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Nov 2023, 4.52pm
Closed areas: Kangarutha Track - modified access
The Kianinny access to Kangarutha walking track is modified due closed areas for the construction of a pedestrian bridge of Kianinny Creek. Works will occur from Monday the 18th September to Friday 14th December 2023.
Follow all directional signs for the temporary access track and do not enter closed areas. Visitors will continue to have access to the playground, BBQs and some picnic tables at the Kianinny Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact Merimbula Office on 6495 5000.
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Applies from Mon 16 Oct 2023, 2.46pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Dec 2023, 3.04pm
Closed areas: Areas Closed for Roadworks – Brou Lake Road, Brou Lake Campground and South Tuross Beach Road
Some parts of this park are closed from Wednesday 25th October to Friday 29 December 2023 while road and track works take place on the following roads:
The closure of the listed roads affects access to - part Tuross Lake (south) and South Tuross Beach. The closed areas will be sign-posted and barriers will be placed at all relevant access points and road users are advised to avoid the area until works are completed. In the event of high rainfall, the closure period maybe extended to prevent road damage from vehicles.
Please follow directions from NPWS officers, NPWS authorised traffic controllers and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Eurobodalla Area Office on 02 4476 0800
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Applies from Sun 3 Dec 2023, 3.59pm to Fri 8 Dec 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Dec 2023, 7.20pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for aerial pest control operation
The Tantawangalo section of South East Forests National Park will be closed to the public from 3pm on Sunday 3 December until 3pm Friday 8 December 2023 for an aerial pest control operation.
The closed areas include:
- Alexanders Hut
- Alexanders Hut campground
- Nunnock campground
- Nunnock grasslands walking tracks
- Packers Swamp
- Dragon Swamp
This program will involve aerial shooting during daylight hours. Feral species targeted under this program include deer, goats, pigs, foxes and other pests. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species.
The closed areas will be sign-posted at relevant access points. Visitors should avoid these areas and not enter the closed areas during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000
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Applies from Sun 3 Dec 2023, 4.37pm to Fri 8 Dec 2023, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Dec 2023, 7.20pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for aerial pest control operation
The following sections of park will be closed to the public from 3pm Sunday 3 December until 3pm Friday 8 December 2023 for an aerial pest control operation:
- Araluen Nature Reserve
- Majors Creek State Conservation Area
- Frogs Hole Nature Reserve
- Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
- Berlang State Conservation Area
- Berlang campground
- Deua National Park – West of Merricumbene Fire Trail
- Bendethera Valley campground
- The Big Hole walking track
- Wyanbene campground
- South East Forest National Park – North of Snowy Mountain Highway
- Wadbilliga National Park – West of Wadbilliga road and Razorback Fire Trail
This program will involve aerial shooting during daylight hours. Feral species targeted under this program include deer, goats, pigs, foxes and other pests. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species.
The closed areas will be sign-posted at relevant access points. Visitors should avoid these areas and not enter the closed areas during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000
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Applies from Fri 13 Oct 2023, 1.08pm to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Nov 2023, 4.52pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Saturday 1 July 2023 to Sunday 30 June 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will take place in:
- Beowa National Park
- Bournda National Park
- Bournda Nature Reserve
- Eurobodalla National Park
- Mimosa Rocks National Park
- South East Forest National Park (Yowaka Section and North of Snowy Mountain Hwy)
- Wadbilliga National Park
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting locations. 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Wed 22 Mar 2023, 3.14pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Nov 2023, 8.25am
Safety alerts: Blackfellows Point road works
Following a landslip, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is currently working to repair Blackfellows Point Road in Eurobodalla National Park. The road remains open, but temporary barriers are in place to restrict access to the affected areas.
Please drive safely, proceed cautiously, and follow the directions of road signs.
For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Wed 21 Oct 2015, 11.57am to Fri 28 May 2027, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Nov 2023, 9.03am
Safety alerts: Bingi Dreaming track - Closed and open coastal lakes and lagoons
Bingi Dreaming track crosses openings to several Intermittently Closed and Open Coastal Lakes and Lagoons (ICOLLS). Openings of these lakes and lagoons are often unpredictable and can be quite dramatic. Please be aware that although lakes are usually only open for short periods (weeks), they can be impassable when open.
The Coila Lake opening is at the southern end of Bingi Dreaming track. Please check if this lake is open before you set out. If the opening is impassable, you won't be able to access the village of Tuross to complete the walk.
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Applies from Mon 20 Jul 2020, 11.07pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Nov 2023, 8.57am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to bushfire damage
Some areas in this park remain closed due to bushfire damage. Do not enter closed sections of the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Fri 24 Feb 2023, 12.25pm to Mon 19 Feb 2024, 12.26pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Nov 2023, 9.12am
Closed areas: South East Forests - Nungatta Predator Free Area Closure
Roads and trails closed for public access include Laings Road, Link Track, Alex Hut Fire Trail, Reef Road East, Reef Road West, Mervs East Fire Trail, Mervs West Fire Trail and Sandplot Track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Merimbula office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Wed 6 Apr 2022, 3.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Dec 2023, 5.34pm
Closed areas: Wadbilliga Road closed west of Lake Creek campground
Wadbilliga Road drive west of Lake Creek campground is closed until further notice.
This is due to significant road damage following repeated severe weather events and widespread flooding. Please follow park signage and staff directives and do not attempt to enter these areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Fri 25 Mar 2022, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Dec 2023, 10.56am
Closed areas: Kanoonah Road (north) closed due to landslip
Kanoonah Road in Coolangubra section of South East Forests National Park is closed from Myanba Falls Road through to the northern park boundary due to a major landslip following recent heavy rainfall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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