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Myall Lakes escape paddling tours

Myall Lakes National Park

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Last reviewed: Tue 11 November 2025, 12.24pm

Applies from Tue 11 Nov 2025, 9.10am to Wed 24 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 12.24pm.

Other planned events: Notice of Wild Dog and Fox trapping - Myall Lakes National Park - Nerong precinct

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting biosecurity operations from 24th November 2025 to 24th December 2025. The operation will use ground trapping for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Myall Lakes National Park, in the Nerong precinct, west of the Pacific Highway between Nerong State Forest, north to Booral Road.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the park. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Please stay on formed tracks and trails, and don't wander into the bush during the operational period.

Please contact the local Booti Booti NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6591 0300

Applies from Wed 5 Nov 2025, 2.52pm to Fri 14 Nov 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 8.18am.

Safety alerts: Neranie road works

The entrance road to Naranie campground, boat ramp and picnic areas (Neranie Road) in Myall Lakes National Park is undergoing maintenance. Visitors should also expect minor traffic disruptions and visitors are reminded to drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control.

For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.

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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 3.22pm.

Closed areas: Flood affected areas within Myall Lakes National Park

The following areas in Myall Lakes National Park are temporarily closed due to flood impact:

  • Multiple campgrounds and associated picnic areas (see list of affected areas)
  • Yagon Road
  • Gas barbecues at Neranie and Mungo Brush picnic areas.

NPWS is working towards reopening these areas as soon as possible.

For more information, call the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.

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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 8.18am.

Other incidents: National Parks picnic and campground gas barbecues not available at Neranie campground

No NPWS supplied gas barbecues are operational at Neranie campground and picnic areas due to recent storm damage. Visitors are advised to bring their own portable gas barbecues when visiting the area.

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Applies from Sat 23 Aug 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Oct 2025, 3.47pm.

Other planned events: Road upgrades in Myall Lakes National Park

Multiple roads within Myall Lakes National Park are planned for upgrade under the Infrastructure Betterment Fund Program.

Visitors can expect minor changes to access during the following timeframes (weather permitting):

  • Neranie Road: Oct – Nov 2025 
  • Korsmans Road: Oct – Dec 2025 
  • Mungo Brush Road - Stage 1 Reseal: 20 Oct to 7 Nov 2025 
  • Stoney Creek Road: Nov 2025 to March 2026
  • Bombah Point Road: Oct 2025 to March 2026 
  • Yagon Road: March – April 2026 
  • Mungo Brush Road – Stage 2: July - Oct 2026 

Please drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control.

For further information, please call NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 02 6591 0300 (business hours).

Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Aug 2025, 10.22am.

Closed areas: Yacaaba Headland walking track partial closure

Yacaaba Headland walking track, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Hawks Nest, is open to a viewing point. Beyond this point the track is closed for visitor safety.

Yacaaba Spit track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.

Penalties may apply for non-compliance. For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Sat 8 Nov 2025, 11.15am. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 5.53pm

Fires - Advice: Fishery Creek, Hunter Wetland

There is a fire in this park called Fishery Creek, Hunter Wetland. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Sun 9 Nov 2025, 11.48am. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 5.40pm

Fires - Advice: Simons Fire

There is a fire in this park called Simons Fire. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Mon 10 Nov 2025, 7.07pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 4.40pm

Fires - Advice: TENTERFIELD RD, NORTH ARM COVE

There is a fire in this park called TENTERFIELD RD, NORTH ARM COVE. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Tue 11 Nov 2025, 12.00am to Tue 11 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Nov 2025, 3.27pm

Fire bans: Total Fire Ban

A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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Applies from Mon 10 Nov 2025, 11.49am to Fri 12 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Nov 2025, 12.16pm

Closed areas: Wallaroo National Park Closures due to planned maintenance works

Some parts of Wallaroo National Park are closed from Monday 10 November to Friday 12 December 2025 for planned road maintenance, with heavy plant and machinery in operation.

Roads and trails that will be closed during these works include:   

  • Callaghans Trail
  • Lone Pine Road 
  • Ten Mile Road

During this time, pedestrian and vehicle access is not permitted.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Hunter Coast Area NPWS office on 02 4984 8200.  

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Applies from Tue 4 Nov 2025, 5.25pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 5.37pm

Closed parks: The Glen Nature Reserve closed due to landslips and flood damage

The Glen Nature Reserve is closed until further notice to allow contractors to undertake landslip remediation. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.

NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.

For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.

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Applies from Tue 4 Nov 2025, 1.53pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 2.05pm

Safety alerts: Williams Top Rd - 4WD recommended in wet conditions

Williams Top Rd (in Chichester State Forest) has been reopened, allowing vehicle access to Lagoon Pinch Picnic Area (start of the Corker Trail). However, 4WD is recommended in wet conditions due to slippery surfaces. Drivers should be experienced and well prepared as mobile coverage in the area is limited.

For more information contact NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212.

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Applies from Wed 8 Oct 2025, 11.39am to Fri 21 Nov 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 8.08am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 13 October to 27 October 2025 in the following reserves:

  • Barrington Tops National Park/State Conservation Area
  • Towarri National Park / Wingen Maid Nature Reserve / Cedar Brush Nature Reserve
  • Wallabadah Nature Reserve
  • Woolooma National Park
  • Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve/National Park
  • Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve/State Conservation Area
  • Curracabundi National Park/State Conservation Area, Bretti Nature Reserve, Mernot Nature Reserve, Watchimbark Nature Reserve, Woko National Park, Monkeycot Nature Reserve, Coneac State Conservation Area, Camels Hump Nature Reserve, Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
  • Copeland Tops State Conservation Area
  • Berrico Nature Reserve
  • The Glen Nature Reserve
  • Barakee National Park

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.

Signs will be placed at authorised entrances to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and most other NPWS managed land. 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 NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Scone Office on 02 6540 2300 for more information.

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Applies from Sat 27 Sep 2025, 9.48am to Sun 31 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Nov 2025, 2.42pm

Closed areas: 4WD Trail Closures

Most of the public-accessible 4WD trails in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area have now re-opened, after the annual season closure period.

However, the following 4WD trails remain closed, due to trail conditions:

  • Tugalow Trail
  • Thunderbolts Trail - between Barrington Tops Forest Road and Pheasants Creek Road
  • Barrington Trail south past the Junction Pools Trail

This closure does not effect public vehicle access to the Little Murray and Junction Pools campgrounds.  Gummi Falls campground is only accessible via Bullock Brush Trail.

Walkers and mountain bikers are still permitted to utilise the trail while it is closed to public vehicles.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.

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Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 11.05am to Fri 14 Nov 2025, 11.05am. Last reviewed: Sat 1 Nov 2025, 11.11am

Closed areas: Tomaree Coastal Walk - Big Rocky to Boulder Bay (Fingal)

The Big Rocky to Boulder Bay section of Tomaree Coastal Walk of Tomaree NP is closed for walking trac k maintenance from Monday 3 November to Friday 14 November. The track will be open on Saturday / Sunday.

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

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Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 7.00am to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Oct 2025, 3.48pm

Closed areas: Glenrock Fire Trail Maintenance

Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 3rd November 2025 to Friday 28th November 2025 while Fire Trail maintenance is carried out, weather permitting. The closed areas are:

  • Baileys Fire Trail
  • Scenic Drive Fire Trail

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100

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Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 7.22am to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 5.24pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 9.51am

Closed areas: Polblue Swamp Walk Temporarily Closed Due to Upgrade Works

The Polblue Swamp Walking Track will be temporarily closed from Monday 3 November 2025 while the walking track is being upgraded. The works are expected to take approximately 4 weeks to complete. 

Please note that:

  • the Polblue Camping and Picnic Areas will remain open
  • signs will be in place around closed areas

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office in Scone 02 6540 2300 or Gloucester 02 6538 5300.

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Applies from Thu 30 Oct 2025, 6.00am to Fri 14 Nov 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Nov 2025, 2.26pm

Closed areas: Blue Gum Hills Play-Space Repairs

Areas of Blue Gum Hills play-space and some equipment will be closed from Thursday 30 October 2025 to Friday 14 November 2025, due to repairs and upgrades. For your own safety please ensure you adhere to all barricades, signage and instructions - Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact Local NPWS Office (02) 4946 4100.

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Applies from Wed 29 Oct 2025, 6.00am to Fri 14 Nov 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Nov 2025, 2.27pm

Closed areas: Dr Seuss Mountain Bike

Dr Seuss Mountain Bike Track will be closed for repairs and up-grades from Wednesday 29 October 2025 to Friday 14 November 2025, closure barricades and signage will be in place during construction work. Follow all signage and instruction, penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact Local NPWS Office (02) 4946 4100.

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Applies from Mon 27 Oct 2025, 7.00am to Fri 14 Nov 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Oct 2025, 3.41pm

Closed areas: Areas closed for Road Maintenance

Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 27th October 2025 to Friday 14th November 2025 while road maintenance is occurring. The closed areas are:

  • Scott's Point
  • The Lane
  • Ramsar Rd

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100.

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Applies from Wed 8 Oct 2025, 11.17am to Sat 29 Nov 2025, 11.47am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Oct 2025, 11.54am

Safety alerts: Samurai Beach Open - Avoid Beach Driving 1 hour each side of High Tide

Visitors are advised that the Samurai Beach Access and beach front driving have reopened.

Take CAUTION 1 hour either side of High tide when traversing the beachfront.

Please remember to:

  • Check the local tide information guide before accessing the beach  https://www.tideschart.com/Australia/New-South-Wales/Port-Stephens-Shire/Nelson-Bay/
  • Check conditions before arriving, and if in doubt, save your trip for another day.
  • Avoid driving through seawater, foam, or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly.

Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over or behind the frontal dune or on any vegetation.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Anna Bay Area Office on (02) 4984 8200 from 8;30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding Public Holidays.

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Applies from Mon 16 Jun 2025, 3.47pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 9.51am

Other incidents: Barrington Tops Forest Road closures

The severe weather event in May 2025 has caused major damage to Barrington Tops Forest Road in a number of places, forcing MidCoast Council to close the road on the eastern side of Barrington Tops. There is currently no access to the Barrington Tops plateau, or Scone via the Barrington Tops Forest Rd from Gloucester.

The same weather event has also caused major damage on the western side of the plateau, forcing Upper Hunter Shire Council to place a 2.5T load limit on the section of road west of the Dingo Gate - see 2.5 tonne Load Limit in Place – Barrington Tops Forest Road - UHSC.

For more information on the councils closures please contact the appropriate council directly.

For up to date general information on road closures visit https://www.livetraffic.com/.

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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.14pm to Sat 24 Jan 2026, 3.14pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Sep 2025, 3.16pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Hunter Wetlands National Park from 30 September to 24 December 2025.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened shorebird 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.

For more information contact the Lower Hunter Area NPWS office on 4946 4100.

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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 9.57am

Closed areas: Watkins Road Wangi

Watkins Road Wangi will be closed for Road Maintenance from Tuesday 7 October to Thursday 9 October 2025. Buses are excepted from the closure.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 49 464100.

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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.41pm to Fri 12 Dec 2025, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 12.42pm

Safety alerts: Worimi Conservation Lands Op en - Take Care when traversing the beachfront

Visitors are advised that beach front driving has reopened in the Worimi Conservation Lands.

Take caution at a pinch point 14km to 16km south of the Gan Gan entry, and do not attempt to drive this section if less than 2 hours before or after high tide.

Please remember to:

  • Look out for storm debris, soft sand, erosion, washouts and drop-offs,
  • Avoid driving through seawater, foam or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly.
  • Check conditions before arriving, and if in doubt save your trip for another day.

Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over or behind the frontal dune or on any vegetation.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 from 8;30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.

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Applies from Thu 5 Jun 2025, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Sun 26 Oct 2025, 10.19am

Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Wallingat National Park

Multiple walking tracks in Wallingat National Park are closed until further notice due to storm and flood damage:

  • Cabbage Palm & Coachwood loop track
  • Double Wharf Trail
  • Sugar Creek Trail

For further information please contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.

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Applies from Tue 25 Mar 2025, 4.00pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Oct 2025, 8.37am

Safety alerts: Feral Cat 1080 program - Gloucester Tops

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is undertaking a Felixer feral cat pest management program the Gloucester Tops part of the park from Friday 28 March 2025 to Tuesday 31 March 2026.

This program is designed to minimise the impact of feral cats on wildlife, especially the endangered rufous scrub-bird and broad-toothed rat. There will be signs at all baiting locations.

The operation will involve the use Felixer 1080 cartridges, containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison, dispensed by a Felixer unit, for the control of feral cats.

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 in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information, please call the Barrington Tops area office on 02 6538 5300.

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Applies from Sat 4 Oct 2025, 7.00am to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Oct 2025, 11.04am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 13th October 2025 to 27th October 2025.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Barakee National Park, Barrakee State Conservation Area, Biriwal Bulga National Park, Bugan Nature Reserve, Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park, Goonook Nature Reserve, Talawahl Nature Reserve, Tapin Tops National Park and Wallamba Nature Reserve.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.

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 NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office for more information on (02) 6591 0300.

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Applies from Thu 4 Sep 2025, 3.10pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Sep 2025, 3.48pm

Closed areas: Tomago precinct: intermittent closures for feral animal control (ground shooting)

On selected nights between 4 September 2025 and 30 June 2026, the Tomago precinct of Hunter Wetlands National Park will be closed for ground shooting operations targeting feral deer. When operations are active, affected areas will be signposted “Do not enter.”

Other feral animals, including rabbits and foxes, will be targeted if observed during the operations.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4946 4100 or email npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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Applies from Sun 31 Aug 2025, 4.52pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 4.53pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 11.27am

Safety alerts: Yuelarbah Walking Track - Surface damage, proceed with caution

Sections of Yuelarbah Walking Track are subject to surface damage due to the recent wet weather. The trail is muddy and slippery. Take care and proceed with caution. 

For more information, contact the Lower Hunter Area Office 02 4946 4100.

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Applies from Sat 9 Aug 2025, 12.39pm. Last reviewed: Sat 8 Nov 2025, 11.30am

Closed areas: Trails within Black Bulga SCA closed due to severe weather event

Trevor Tops Rd in Black Bulga State Conservation Area and Cabbage Tree Rd in Chichester State Forest (Main Creek area) are closed until further notice due to impacts from flooding and severe weather.

Roads leading to the reserve have been damaged and pose a hazard to road users. Roads and trails within the reserve need to be inspected for damage and fallen trees. NPWS will reopen the trails once they are inspected and any issues remediated.

For more information contact the Gloucester NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.

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Applies from Fri 1 Aug 2025, 10.13am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 10.20am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Oct 2025, 6.05pm

Closed parks: Corrie Island Nature Reserve closed for shorebird nesting season

Corrie Island Nature Reserve is closed from Friday 1 August 2023 to Sunday 31 March 2026 for the protection of beach-nesting shorebirds.

Corrie Island is an important breeding site for endangered little terns and pied oystercatchers. The island is closed to visitors for the duration of the nesting season to reduce disturbance that can cause egg or chick deaths.

During the closure period visitors may not land anywhere on Corrie Island, and only NPWS staff and authorised volunteers are allowed on the island. Pest control activities may be undertaken on the island during this time.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local park office on 02 4984 8200.

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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.43am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Sep 2025, 10.17am

Closed areas: Little Mountain campground and Little Mountain Road closed for repair

Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while repairs and upgrades to the campground are being planned and delivered.

Barricades are in place around the closed areas. Tattersalls campground and Double Wharf picnic area remain open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4984 8200.

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Applies from Mon 14 Jul 2025, 1.35pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 1.37pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Oct 2025, 9.25am

Closed areas: Sleppy Hollow Trail and Craddocks Creek Trail closed due to landslips

Sleepy Hollow Trail and Craddocks Creek Trail are closed until further notice to allow contractors to undertake landslip remediation. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.

NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.

For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.

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Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 9.27am. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Nov 2025, 2.25pm

Closed areas: The Welcome Mangrove Walk, Ash Island is closed due to damage

The Welcome Mangrove Walk of Ash Island, Hunter Wetlands NP is closed due to damage, from Monday 26th August until further notice.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Shortland office on 4946 4100.

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Applies from Thu 28 Dec 2023, 7.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Nov 2025, 9.49am

Closed areas: Burraga Swamp Walk Closed

Burraga Swamp walking track is currently inaccessible to vehicles due to closure of Mt Allyn Rd. Forestry Corporation of NSW has closed the road due to a failed bridge. The reopening date is not known at this stage. For more information, phone Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300.

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Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Oct 2025, 6.04pm

Closed areas: Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site closed

The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site is closed to pedestrian access for public safety reasons. Please do not enter the site under any circumstances.

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

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Applies from Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.11am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 9.50am

Safety alerts: Visitor Safety Alert: Feral Horses

Feral horses move through this campground day and night. Campers at Little Murray and Polblue campgrounds should set up tents as close to their vehicles as possible.

 

Aggressive horse behaviour can pose a safety risk for visitors. Aggressive behaviour includes snorting, head bobbing, stomping front legs, ears erect, aggressive stance and approaching in an aggressive manner.

 

What to do around aggressive horses:

· avoid the animals, especially if a stallion is present and there are mares nearby

· retreat to your vehicle

· wave your arms around and make lots of noise

· walk in a group rather than as an individual

· always be aware of your immediate surroundings.

 

Please report any such interaction or aggressive horse behaviour to NPWS Gloucester on 6538 5300.

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Applies from Wed 12 Oct 2022, 1.10pm to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Oct 2025, 12.04pm

Closed areas: Ferny Creek Campground Closed

Ferny Creek campground is closed until further notice due to a collapsed bridge on the access road.

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Applies from Thu 8 Jun 2023, 6.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 10.32am

Safety alerts: Damaged Bridge on Lone Pine Rd

Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Drews Road in Wallaroo State Forest is closed while damage to a bridge is being repaired. 

 

The Common picnic area is still accessible by 4WD only, from Limeburners Creek Road via Callaghans Trail and Lone Pine Rd.

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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Oct 2025, 9.24am

Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park

Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It's been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access.

Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300.

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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/myall-lakes-escape-paddling-tours/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Myall Lakes National Park in the North Coast region
  • Myall Lakes 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.

    Day passes are available from a card operated pay machine at Mungo Brush campground or from the Manning Great Lakes Area Office. You can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app. You’ll need a Day Pass or Annual Pass when visiting the park.

    Bombah Point ferry fees may also apply (cash payment only).

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