Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Wed 11 March 2026, 11.03am
Applies from Tue 10 Mar 2026, 8.48am
to Tue 17 Mar 2026, 10.00am.
Last reviewed: Wed 11 Mar 2026, 11.03am.
Closed areas: Some park roads closed due to wet conditions
Due to recent wet weather some park roads remain closed including Mungo Self Guided Drive Tour.
The park roads to Mungo lunette (Walls of China) and Red Top lookout are open.
Before travelling to Mungo National Park please check local Council road conditon reports as access restrictions are in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Affects 8 locations in this park:
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Applies from Mon 5 Jan 2026, 2.00pm
to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jan 2026, 9.00am.
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.
Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 8.00am
to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 8.54am.
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 17 locations in this park:
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Applies from Mon 9 Mar 2026, 11.01am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Mar 2026, 12.10pm
Closed areas: Kinchega National Park is open to the Woolshed Precinct and Cawndilla campground.
Kinchega National Park is open to the Woolshed Precinct allowing access to the hard roofed accommodation and to the Historic Woolshed. Emu Lake campground and Cawndilla campground are now both open for booking. The Kinchega Homestead Ruins and cemetery are also accessible. River Drive campgrounds and Tandou Road remain closed until further notice. This closure will be updated as conditions change. For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks on 08 8084 2880.
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: Mon 2 Feb 2026, 12.02pm
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 Fri 19 Dec 2025, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Sun 8 Mar 2026, 12.10pm
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 8 Dec 2025, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Sun 8 Mar 2026, 12.10pm
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.
Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 8.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 8.54am
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 13 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 8.56am
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: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 8.58am
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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