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Private Byron Bay sessions with Rusty Miller Surf

Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area

Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Sun 6 September 2026, 7.23am

Applies from Wed 18 Feb 2026, 10.52am. Last reviewed: Sun 6 Sep 2026, 7.23am.

Safety alerts: Beach access closed due to beach erosion

Coastal processes have eroded the foredune in front of the cottages, causing a dangerous drop off. The beach access tracks between Mildenhall Cottage and Imeson Cottage, and from Partridge Cottage, have been closed until further notice. Access to Clarkes Beach is via Brooke Drive and the Pass, or through the Bawaii (Captain Cook) car park and rest area.

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Applies from Sun 31 May 2026, 5.00am to Fri 26 Feb 2027, 3.16pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jul 2026, 9.25am.

Closed areas: Cape Byron Lighthouse Cafe closed

Cape Byron Lighthouse Cafe will be closed until further notice from Sunday 31 May 2026.

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Mon 7 Sep 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Sep 2026, 4.02pm

Hazard reduction burns: Gibbergunyah South CB

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 07/09/2026. The fire is called Gibbergunyah South CB. 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 6 Sep 2026, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Sep 2026, 3.56pm

Hazard reduction burns: Weeun Weeun Cultural Burn

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 06/09/2026. The fire is called Weeun Weeun Cultural Burn. 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 Fri 4 Sep 2026, 2.50pm to Wed 9 Sep 2026, 2.50pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Sep 2026, 10.14am

Closed areas: Areas closed for hazard reduction burning

Some parts of this park are closed for hazard reduction burning from Sunday 6 September to Tuesday 9 September 2026. The closed areas are:

  • Eastern Fire break trail at the junction of Perlite Road
  • Gibbergunyah Range Road
  • Weeun Weeun campground.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. These burns are called NPWS Weeun Weeun Cultural Burn & Gibbergunyah South Cultural burn. For more information, contact the Alstonville NPWS office on 02 66270 200 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.

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Applies from Mon 7 Sep 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Sep 2026, 6.44pm

Hazard reduction burns: Gibbergunyah South CB

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 07/09/2026. The fire is called Gibbergunyah South CB. 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 6 Sep 2026, 10.00am to Thu 10 Sep 2026, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Sep 2026, 9.44am

Closed areas: Rummery Park campground closed for maintenance works

Rummery Park campground will be closed for maintenance from 2pm Sunday 6 September 2026 until 10am Thursday 10 September 2026. During this time Minyon Drive will be closed at Minyon Causeway. This closure also impacts:

  • Byan Yangala Loop
  • Gidjuum Gulganyi walk
  • Whian Whian Mountain Bike Trails

Access to Minyon Falls lookout, Minyon Grass picnic area and Minyon Falls walking track will remain open via Minyon Drive. Boggy Creek walk will remain open with access via Minyon Falls Day Use Area only.

Heavy vehicles will be operating in these areas during this time. Please follow all road signage and directions from NPWS staff.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Alstonville NPWS Office on 02 6627 0200.

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Applies from Fri 16 Jan 2026, 10.16am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Sep 2026, 8.18am

Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed in both directions due to major landslip repairs

Nightcap Range Road is closed to traffic in both directions due to a major landslip associated with the 2022 flood event. The closure affects the section of Nightcap Range Road between the Rummery Road intersection and Telephone Road trailer parking area.

Access to Minyon Falls and Rummery Park is via Minyon Falls Road only.

An estimated repair date has not been determined. For more information, please email NPWS Richmond River Area or call on 02 6627 0200.

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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.44pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Aug 2026, 1.50pm

Closed areas: Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and summit

Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and the summit are closed until further notice. Parking at Korrumbyn Creek and Breakfast Creek is limited.

Korrumbyn Creek picnic area, Lyrebird walking track, and visitor facilities at Breakfast Creek remain open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For up-to-date visitor information visit the Wollumbin National Park webpage.

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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/private-byron-bay-sessions-rusty-miller-surf/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area in the North Coast region
    • Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area is open all hours, but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
    • Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn is open 8am to sunset.
    • The Maritime Museum in the former Lighthouse Keeper’s office at the base of the lighthouse is open 10am to 4pm daily.
    • Opening before 8am for events or disabled access can be arranged by prior notice – contact NPWS Byron Bay office during business hours 02 6639 8300.
  • Park entry fees:

    Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn and Information Centre: $10 per vehicle per hour/$4 per hour motorcycles. Maximum 1 hour per vehicle per calendar day, including all NPWS annual passholders.

    Bawaii rest area, Cosy Corner, and The Pass: $5 per vehicle/motorcycle per hour. Tap and pay card or phone payments accepted at pay machines. Cash and credit cards accepted at Walgun Cape Byron Information Centre.

    Coach entry: $30 per coach up to 30 seats; $57 per coach 31 to 43 seats; $94 per coach 44 seats and over.

    Buy annual pass
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Emergency services

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