Applies from Mon 6 Dec 2021, 9.19am to Wed 30 Mar 2022, 9.22am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Dec 2021, 2.33pm

Closed areas: Pinnacles loop walking track closed

Some parts of Ben Boyd National Park are closed from Monday 13 December 2021 to Wednesday 30 March 2022 while the Pinnacles loop walking track is being upgraded.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

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• Ben Boyd National Park
  • Pinnacles loop walking track

Applies from Sun 5 Dec 2021, 4.55pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Dec 2021, 10.50am

Closed areas: Jewfish Boardwalk closure

Jewfish Boardwalk was burnt during the 2019/2020 bushfire season and is closed. Reconstruction is planned for 2022.

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• Nadgee Nature Reserve
  • Jewfish walk

Applies from Tue 30 Nov 2021, 11.30am to Sat 18 Dec 2021, 11.31am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Nov 2021, 4.12pm

Closed areas: Wallagoot Boat Club carpark closed

Wallagoot Boat Club lower carpark area is closed from 8am Monday 13 December to 5pm Friday 17 December 2021 for maintenance.

The upper road and boat ramp will remain open.

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

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• Bournda National Park
  • Wallagoot Lake picnic area and boat ramp

Applies from Sat 27 Nov 2021, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Nov 2021, 5.11pm

Closed areas: Aerial pest control operation

The Waalimma, Genoa and southern Coolangubra sections of South East Forests National Park will be closed from 11pm Sunday 28 November until 11pm Thursday 2 December 2021 for an aerial pest control operation. The closure includes Waalimma campground.

Park through roads remain open, including Nungatta Creek Road, Poole Road and Wongarabelle Road. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6458 5900.

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• South East Forest National Park
  • Waalimma picnic area

Applies from Thu 25 Nov 2021, 9.41am to Fri 10 Dec 2021, 9.43am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Dec 2021, 9.19am

Safety alerts: Hazardous road conditions

Roadworks have recently been completed and visitors are encouraged to take extra care when using roads in this park during or after heavy rain events.

For further information, please contact NPWS Merimbula on 02 6495 5000.

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• Ben Boyd National Park

Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Fri 19 Nov 2021, 3.45pm

Safety alerts: Fire ban - Middle Beach campground

For visitor safety, campfires and solid fuel fires (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) are not permitted at Middle Beach campground or picnic area.

The use of gas-fired, liquid fuel and electrical appliances will be permitted where:

• The appliance is under the direct control of an adult
• The appliance is placed or located in an area where there is no combustible material within 2m
• There is an adequate water supply to extinguish fire, should it start next to the appliances
• It is not a Total Fire Ban.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Mimosa Rocks National Park
  • Middle Beach campground

Applies from Mon 6 Dec 2021, 7.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Nov 2021, 9.33am

Closed areas: Scotts Bay picnic area closed due to helicopter operations

Scott's Bay picnic area is closed from Monday 6 December to Wednesday 8 December 2021 inclusive due to helicopter operations.

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

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• Bournda National Park

Applies from Sun 17 Oct 2021, 12.01am to Sun 17 Apr 2022, 10.52am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Oct 2021, 4.53pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Pest Management Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Sunday 17 October 2021 to Sunday 17 April 2022.

The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:

• Araluen Nature Reserve
• Berlang SCA
• Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
• Berlang State Conservation Area
• Deua National Park
• Egan Peaks Nature Reserve
• Kooraban National Park
• Majors Creek State Conservation Area
• Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
• South East Forests National Park
• Wadbilliga National Park
• Yurramie State Conservation Area

There will be signs at all baiting locations.

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 in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please call the Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

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• Egan Peaks Nature Reserve
• South East Forest National Park
• Yurammie State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 2 Dec 2021, 1.17pm to Fri 10 Dec 2021, 1.17pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Nov 2021, 8.54am

Closed areas: Areas closed for aerial pest control operation

The following areas are closed from Thursday 2 December to Friday 10 December 2021 while an aerial pest control program is underway:

• Nunnock Swamp campground
• Nunnock Swamp Grasslands walking track
• Alexanders Hut campground

This closure is for visitor safety. Please don't enter the park during these times.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local Merimbula office on 02 6495 5000.

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• South East Forest National Park
  • Alexanders Hut campground
  • Nunnock campground
  • Nunnock Swamp and Grasslands walking tracks

Applies from Wed 25 Aug 2021, 11.05am. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Aug 2021, 12.56pm

Safety alerts: Drive with caution on Green Cape Road

Green Cape Road is slippery in sections after the recent rain event. Please follow safety signage and drive with caution.

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• Ben Boyd National Park
  • Bittangabee Bay
  • Bittangabee Bay ruins
  • Bittangabee Bay to Green Cape walking track
  • Bittangabee campground
  • Disaster Bay lookout
  • Green Cape Lighthouse
  • Green Cape Lightstation Keepers' Cottages
  • Green Cape lookout
  • Saltwater Creek campground
  • Saltwater Creek to Bittangabee Bay walking track
  • Telegraph Station bunkhouse

Applies from Wed 28 Jul 2021, 3.04pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Aug 2021, 8.34am

Safety alerts: Emergency gate installation project

Installation of new gates for the emergency closure of visitor precincts, roads and fire trails is occurring within the Sapphire Coast Area, between Wednesday 28 July 2021 and Tuesday 31 August 2021.

Gates will be installed at the following locations:

• Bournda National Park Visitor Precinct
• North Tura Visitor Precinct
• Turingal Head Visitor Precinct
• White Rock Visitor Precinct
• Portion 94 track Visitor Precinct

For more information, please contact the local office.

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• Bournda National Park
  • Bournda Lagoon
  • Hobart Beach campground
  • Turingal Head picnic area

Applies from Wed 28 Jul 2021, 3.36pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Aug 2021, 8.33am

Safety alerts: Emergency gate installation project

Installation of new gates for the emergency closure of visitor precincts, roads and fire trails is occurring within the Sapphire Coast Area, between Wednesday 28 July 2021 and Tuesday 31 August 2021.

Gates will be installed at the following locations:

• Goodenia Rainforest
• Yellow Pinch Dam

For more information, please contact the local office.

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• Yurammie State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 28 Jul 2021, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Aug 2021, 8.33am

Safety alerts: Emergency gate installation project

Installation of new gates for the emergency closure of visitor precincts, roads and fire trails is occurring within the Sapphire Coast Area, between Wednesday 28 July 2021 and Tuesday 31 August 2021.

Gates will be installed at the following locations:

• Boyd’s Tower
• Mowarry Point fire trail
• Saltwater Creek at Saltwater Creek Road and Duckhole Road junction
• Greencape Lighthouse Visitor Precinct - Green Cape Road
• Davidson Whaling Station
• Haycock Point - Haycock Road and Princes Highway junction
• North Head - Ben Boyd North National Park at Princes Highway junction

For more information, please contact the local office.

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• Ben Boyd National Park
  • Boyds Tower walking track
  • Haycock Point picnic area
  • Saltwater Creek campground

Applies from Mon 5 Jul 2021, 12.59pm to Fri 31 Dec 2021, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Sep 2021, 8.57am

Other planned events: 1080 pest management program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Monday 5 July 2021 to Friday 31 December 2021.

The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:

• Eurobodalla National Park
• Gulaga National Park
• Mimosa Rocks National Park
• South East Forest National Park (Yowaka Section)

There will be signs at all baiting locations.

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 in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

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• Mimosa Rocks National Park
• South East Forest National Park

Applies from Sat 30 Jan 2021, 2.10pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 3.23pm

Safety alerts: Safety advice for driving in wet weather

Roads in Mimosa Rocks National Park may become wet and slippery following rainfall or thunderstorms. Some sections of these roads may become temporarily impassable to 2WD vehicles without warning, due to rain, thunderstorms, recent roadworks or vehicle damage. Access will be affected until conditions improve.

Roads that may be affected include:

• Aragannu Road
• Middle Beach Road
• Gillards Road
• Bithry Inlet Road
• Nelson Lake Road
• All other dirt roads within the park

It is important to plan your trip. Some recommended steps to take before visiting the park are:

• Always check the NSW National Parks alerts page for up-to-date information on closed parks and safety alerts
• Check the weather forecast before setting out and during your visit/stay. Consider altering or delay your trip if weather conditions change.
• Tell family or friends where you are going and when you expect to return and let them know you have returned.
• Know your vehicle limits before you travel. Consider getting NRMA roadside assistance before you go or call 13 11 22.
• Take enough supplies for your visit/stay and take extra supplies to cover unexpected delays. This includes a first aid kit, warm clothing/blankets, food, water and medications.
• Download apps: The Emergency Plus app will help you contact emergency services. Use the Fires Near Me app to check for bushfires in NSW before you go and during your trip, especially in summer. Please note these apps only work when you have mobile reception.

If conditions deteriorate, park roads (including those to visitor areas and campgrounds) may be closed to traffic at short notice.

For further information, contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Mimosa Rocks National Park
  • Aragunnu campground
  • Gillards campground
  • Middle Beach campground
  • Middle Lagoon walking track
  • Mimosa Rocks walking track
  • Myer House
  • Picnic Point campground

Applies from Mon 20 Jul 2020, 11.07pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Mar 2021, 12.54pm

Closed areas: Areas closed due to bushfire damange

Some areas in this park remain closed due to bushfire damage. Do not enter closed sections of the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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• South East Forest National Park
  • Myanba Gorge lookout
  • Myanba Gorge walking track
  • Waalimma picnic area
  • White Rock River picnic area

Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Mar 2021, 2.59pm

Closed areas: Hergartys Bay campground closed

Hegartys Bay remote campground is closed due to fire damage and rehabilitation works.

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• Ben Boyd National Park
  • Light to Light walk

Applies from Sun 4 Oct 2020, 9.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Oct 2020, 9.31am

Closed areas: Detour via Waratah Road South

Waratah Road North in South East Forests National Park is closed due to planned bridge works. You can still access Pheasants Peak track head via Waratah Road South off Coolangubra Forest Way. Detour signs are in place around the closed section of Waratah Road North. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bombala office on 02 6458 5900.

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• South East Forest National Park
  • Pheasants Peak walking track