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Mungo landscapes photography workshop

Mungo National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Thu 27 November 2025, 9.43am

Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 8.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Nov 2025, 9.43am.

Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban

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 18 locations in this park: Show list

Applies from Fri 28 Nov 2025, 2.00pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Nov 2025, 9.41am.

Safety alerts: Mungo Main campground maintenance

Maintenance works are being undertaken in Mungo Main campground over the summer months including the installation of bollards.

NPWS staff and contractors will be working in the campground to improve facilities.

Signage will be in place and some areas closed off during work times. 

Affects 1 location in this park: Show list

Applies from Thu 5 Dec 2024, 8.44am to Sat 31 Jan 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Nov 2025, 1.54pm.

Closed areas: Mungo Self Guided Drive Tour closed at Red Top lookout

The Mungo Self Guided Drive Tour is closed at Red Top lookout. 

The Walls Road and Pastoral Loop are open to the key attractions of Mungo lunette (Walls of China), Red Top lookout boardwalk and Zanci homestead/woolshed precinct.

Belah campground remains closed. This closure will continue until the road surface has been repaired.

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

Affects 6 locations in this park: Show list

Applies from Thu 11 Jul 2024, 12.10pm to Sat 31 Jan 2026, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Nov 2025, 1.51pm.

Closed areas: Mungo lakebed (bike) trail closed

The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.

The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open for use.

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

Affects 1 location in this park: Show list

Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Nov 2025, 1.49pm.

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.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Mon 1 Dec 2025, 7.48am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 7.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 7.50am

Safety alerts: Blue green algae (Amber alert) for Yanga Lake

There is currently a Blue Green Algae AMBER alert for Yanga Lake.

The water may have a green tinge and musty or organic taste and odour.

Generally suitable for water sports, however people are advised to exercise caution in these areas.

For more information, visit WaterNSW Algae Alerts

Affects 1 park and 7 locations nearby. Show list

Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 8.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Nov 2025, 9.43am

Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban

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 11 parks nearby. Show list

Applies from Mon 10 Nov 2025, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Nov 2025, 11.33am

Closed areas: Woolpress Bend Campground Closed

Access to Woolpress Bend Campground is being impacted by minor flooding and is closed. Reopening is subject to river levels and drying time and may take several weeks. For more information please contact the Yanga Park office on 03 5021 8988.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

Applies from Fri 31 Oct 2025, 11.00pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Oct 2025, 5.10pm

Fire bans: Kinchega National Park Total Fire Ban

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 1 park nearby. Show list

Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Sep 2025, 8.49am

Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban - NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service, Riverina Area

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 2 parks nearby. Show list

Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Nov 2025, 9.29am

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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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/guided-tours/mungo-landscapes-photography-workshop/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Mungo National Park in the Murray-Riverina region
  • Mungo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees: 

    $8 per vehicle per day. Fees are payable through self-registration envelopes outside Mungo Visitor Centre. Different fees apply for commercial tour operators and vehicles with 8 seats or more.

    Buy annual pass
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Emergency services

For all NSW fires visit the Rural Fire Service

For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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