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Booti Booti National Park

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Upcoming management events

Upcoming management events
Date Event Title
20 November 2025 Closed areas Closed section of park: Snake Island (Booti Booti National Park) closure for deer control shooting operation Details

Applies from Thu 20 Nov 2025, 5.00am to Sat 29 Nov 2025, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Oct 2025, 12.02pm

Snake Island (booti Booti National Park) will be closed within the following date range for deer control night shoot operations preventing localised economic impacts and protecting biodiversity assets within the park:

  • November 20-28, 2025

Do not enter at any time during the night-time operation.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, call the local park office on 02 6591 0300 or email npws.manninggreatlakes@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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Nearby alerts

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 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 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 Wed 8 Oct 2025, 11.39am to Fri 21 Nov 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Nov 2025, 3.33pm

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 Mon 3 Nov 2025, 11.24am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Nov 2025, 11.34am

Other planned events: No firepits provided at Crowdy Gap campground

Visitors are advised that for safety reasons firepits have been removed from Crowdy Gap campground.

Fires are not permitted on the ground. If you choose to have a fire you must bring your own portable fire pit or brazier. Braziers can be hired from Diamond Head campground if required.

Visitors must also bring in their own firewood and be aware of fire regulations and any park or total fire bans in place. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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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).

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Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 12.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Oct 2025, 3.48pm

Closed parks: National parks closed due to flood damage

The following reserves are closed until further notice due to flood impacts;

  • Barrakee SCA
  • Coocumbac Island NR
  • Killabakh NR
  • Wingham Brush NR

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. 

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

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Applies from Thu 16 Oct 2025, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 8.19am

Other planned events: Brimbin Pontoon (Dawson River) closed

Brimbin Pontoon has sustained damage and is temporarily closed. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.

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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 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 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 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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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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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/tailored-surf-lessons-booti-booti-beaches/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Booti Booti National Park in the North Coast region
  • Booti Booti 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 the Manning Great Lakes Area Office or the Park'nPay app. You'll need a Day Pass or Annual Pass when visiting the park.

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