Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Mon 13 July 2026, 12.16pm
Applies from Mon 13 Jul 2026, 12.13pm
to Mon 20 Jul 2026, 10.00am.
Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jul 2026, 12.16pm.
Closed areas: Mungo Self Guided Drive Tour Road closed from Red Top lookout
Due to wet conditions the Mungo Self Guided Drive Tour Road is closed at Red Top lookout.
Belah campground remains closed.
This closure may be further extended or removed pending local conditions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office
Affects 6 locations in this park:
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Applies from Wed 27 May 2026, 1.07pm
to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 27 May 2026, 1.12pm.
Safety alerts: Mungo Lakebed (Bike track) closed
The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.
Trail closed signage is located on park.
The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open for use.
Applies from Mon 5 Jan 2026, 2.00pm
to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 27 May 2026, 12.10pm.
Safety alerts: Variable condition of unsealed Council access roads
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.
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Applies from Tue 14 Jul 2026, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jul 2026, 12.00pm
Closed areas: Kinchega National Park is closed on River Drive (1-29) and Tandou Road is closed
Kinchega National Park is closed on River Drive. Campsites 1-29 are closed. Darling River camping is available ONLY at campsites 30-34. The Tandou Road remains closed. For further information please contact the Broken Hill NPWS office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Fri 10 Jul 2026, 9.41am to Fri 17 Jul 2026, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jul 2026, 9.19am
Closed areas: Yanga campgrounds and picnic areas closed due to forecast wet weather
Campgrounds in Yanga National Park are closed due to previous rain event with more rain predicted. This closure affects the following locations:
- The Woolshed Picnic area
- Mamanga campground
- The Willows campground;
- Woolpress Bend campground
This closure is in effect until 17 July but may be extended pending local conditions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Affects 2 parks and 4 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 16 Mar 2026, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jul 2026, 11.49am
Safety alerts: Red Alert - Blue Green Algae - Yanga Lake
There is currently a RED alert for toxic Blue-Green Algae for Yanga Lake.
Regatta Beach Picnic Area, is still open but contact with the water should be avoided. Algae may be toxic to humans and animals. Contact with or use of water from red alert areas should be avoided due to the risk of eye and skin irritation. Drinking untreated or boiled water from these supplies can cause stomach upsets. Alternative water supplies should be sought or activated carbon treatment employed to remove toxins. People should not fish when an algal scum is present.
Further Information is available at http://www.waternsw.com.au/algae or call the park office on 03 5021 8988.
Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 16 Mar 2026, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jul 2026, 11.50am
Safety alerts: Traffic Alert - Waugorah Road
There is currently major construction activity in Yanga National Park resulting in increased heavy haulage truck activity on the public road leading to Woolpress Bend Campground. Caution should be exercised to allow for this traffic. There are also sections of road-surface damage including bridge approaches. People accessing Woolpress Bend Campground should exercise caution and drive to the conditions.
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Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Jun 2026, 12.31pm
Other incidents: Public access restrictions
Vehicle access for the general public is restricted to public roads passing through or adjoining the reserve. Camping is not permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Lower Darling Area, Buronga office on 03 5021 8900.
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