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Applies from Tue 25 Jan 2022, 4.10pm to Fri 15 Apr 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Jan 2022, 4.32pm
Closed areas: Berowra walking track closed for maintenance
Berowra walking track is closed for maintenance from Sunday 30 January to Friday 15 April 2022 inclusive.
There is no access to Apple Tree Bay from either Berowra or Mount Ku-ring-gai during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Wed 26 Jan 2022, 11.28am. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Jan 2022, 4.27pm
Other planned events: Coasters Retreat pile burn
Coasters Retreat RFS Brigade will be undertaking a pile burn on Sunday 30 January on the foreshore land at Coasters Retreat, weather permitting.
Smoke may be visible from the Basin campground, adjacent waterways and vantage points within Ku-ring-gai Chase NP.
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Applies from Fri 21 May 2021, 1.11pm to Fri 30 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Jan 2022, 1.47pm
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 in 2022.
Please do not enter the fenced area. Nearby walking tracks remain open.
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Applies from Fri 12 Nov 2021, 2.57pm to Wed 13 Apr 2022, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Jan 2022, 8.53am
Closed areas: Mill Creek campground, picnic area and walking tracks closed - early 2022
From Monday 7 February to Wednesday 13 April 2022, Mill Creek campground, Mill Creek picnic area, the Grass Tree Circuit and 11km Walking Track will be closed for an upgrade to Mill Creek Road. There will be no access for vehicles, pedestrians or camping.
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Applies from Tue 4 Jan 2022, 8.18am to Tue 31 May 2022, 8.22am. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Jan 2022, 12.55pm
Closed areas: Longneck Lagoon boardwalk closed
Longneck Lagoon boardwalk is closed until further notice due to flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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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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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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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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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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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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Applies from Thu 14 Jan 2021, 11.10am to Tue 1 Mar 2022, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Jan 2021, 2.20pm
Closed areas: Big Yango precinct closed
Some parts of Big Yengo National Park are closed for repair until Tuesday 1 March 2022 following significant storm and fire damage. Trails, fords, buildings and other infrastructure need to be repaired to ensure visitor safety and enjoyment.
The closed areas are:
- Big Yango House
- Blue Gums campground
- Mountain Arm campground
- Big Yango loop trail
- Yango walking track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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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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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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