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Applies from Wed 25 Dec 2019, 8.07pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Jun 2021, 3.47pm
Closed areas: Blue Mountains National Park - closed areas
All campgrounds and campsites listed on our website require a booking to be made before you visit. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.
The following areas of Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to bushfire or storm damage, road or track works:
Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls
- Furber Steps will be closed from 1300 15 June to 27 June due to rock clearing works. Federal Pass may have stop /go traffic control where necessary.
- Part of National Pass from Valley of Waters to Slacks Stairs, due to ongoing rockfall risk.
- Amphitheatre track from the base of Bridal Veil falls to Fern Bower, due to ongoing rockfall risk. Lindemans Pass will be closed from 15 June to 27 June where it crosses Leura Falls Creek due to rock clearing works on Amphitheatre Track above.
- Part of Prince Henry Cliff walk between Leura Cascades and the Bridal Veil View East lookout track junction is closed Tuesdays to Fridays only, due to track maintenance. There is no pedestrian access between Katoomba and Leura within the national park. Walkers accessing Leura Cascades from the east must return by the same route.
- Part of Prince Henry Cliff walk between the Fern Bower junction and Tallawalla lookout is closed due to a major landslide and track maintenance. Walkers can exit/enter via Silver Mist picnic area. (Note: Walkers can still access Fern Bower via Solitary Restaurant).
- Prince Henry Cliff walk between Gordon Falls lookout and Olympian lookout, due to landslides. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- Charles Darwin walk north of Weeping Rock circuit. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- Murphys Glen (campground and picnic area) is closed to vehicles due to wet weather. Walkers and cyclists permitted.
- Ingar Road is closed where it traverses private property at the end of Queen Elizabeth Drive. Ingar campground is therefore closed to vehicles. Walkers and cyclists permitted where they do not traverse private property.
- Andersons trail is impassable to vehicles (where authorised) due to flood/tree damage. Cyclists and walkers can traverse around.
- Kedumba Valley Road and Sublime Point fire trail are closed to all vehicles Monday to Friday until Friday 11 June 2021, for road repairs. Walkers and runners should avoid the routes where possible. They are permitted, but should keep well clear of machinery.
Blackheath, Medlow Bath, Mount Victoria and Bells Line
- Govetts Leap descent and Rodriguez Pass walking track, due to fire damage to infrastructure and landslides after storms.
- Perrys Lookdown campground, due to dangerous trees.
- Walls Cave, Popes Glen and Pulpit Rock tracks are closed due to fire and flood damage and associated repairs.
- Pierces Pass Road is closed due to storm damage. Walkers and cyclists permitted.
Canyons and rock climbing areas
- Pulpit Rock climbing area and all other areas that require access along closed walking tracks or roads.
- Wollangambe 1 Canyon closed due to a dangerous whirlpool.
Note: All canyons except Wollangambe 1 are open. Visitors should exercise caution, as recent flooding may have left debris or moved rocks.
If you arrive at your local national park or other public space and it is too crowded to practice social distancing, it's your responsibility to leave the area.
To check which areas are closed, click the 'Show list' button on the Blue Mountains National Park page alert.
For further information call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Mon 14 Jun 2021, 6.03pm to Wed 16 Jun 2021, 6.04pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Jun 2021, 2.41pm
Closed areas: Glenbrook precinct closed due to road works
Glenbrook Precinct is closed to vehicles due to roadworks up to and including Wednesday 17 June 2021.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200 or via npws.hawkesburynattai@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Fri 11 Jun 2021, 5.09pm to Wed 23 Jun 2021, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Jun 2021, 2.17pm
Other incidents: Parking limited at Euroka picnic area
Parking at the Euroka picnic area and campground is limited due to ongoing road works.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Fri 11 Jun 2021, 4.30pm to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 4.35pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Jun 2021, 2.12pm
Closed areas: Mount Portal closed due to road works
Mount Portal lookout is closed due to essential road works until Wednesday 30 June 2021.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 14 Jun 2021, 8.00am to Sat 26 Jun 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Jun 2021, 5.02pm
Closed parks: Park closed for aerial pest control operation
Kanangra-Boyd National Park is closed for an aerial pest control operation during the following periods:
- From 8am Monday 14 June to 9am Saturday 19 June 2021
- From 8am Monday 21 June to 9am Saturday 26 June 2021
Kanangra Walls Road will remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office at Kanangra Area on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Wed 2 Jun 2021, 11.19am to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 11.24am. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Jun 2021, 2.21pm
Closed areas: Burralow Road and Tabaraga Ridge fire trail closed
Burralow Road and Tabaraga Ridge fire trail are closed until further notice due to landslip. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Wed 2 Jun 2021, 10.33am to Sat 26 Jun 2021, 10.36am. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Jun 2021, 2.14pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for pest control operation
A number of areas will be closed on weekdays from Monday 7 June to Friday 25 June 2021 for an aerial pest control operation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Wed 2 Jun 2021, 11.12am to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 11.13am. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Jun 2021, 1.58pm
Closed areas: Boobook campsite at Wheeny Creek closed
Boobook campsite at Wheeny Creek is closed due to flood damage, until further notice. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 14 Jun 2021, 8.00am to Sat 26 Jun 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Jun 2021, 12.09pm
Closed areas: Southern Blue Mountains area closed for aerial pest control operation
The Southern Blue Mountains area is closed for an aerial pest control operation during the following periods:
- From 8am Monday 14 June to 9am Saturday 19 June 2021
- From 8am Monday 21 June to 9am Saturday 26 June 2021
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office at Kanangra Area on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 21 May 2021, 2.05pm to Wed 16 Jun 2021, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Jun 2021, 11.38am
Other planned events: Truck movements for essential repairs
Please be aware trucks will be entering Blue Mountains National Park, Kedumba Valley via Kings Tableland Road, Wentworth Falls on weekdays from Monday 24 May to Wednesday 16 June 2021. The trucks will deliver material between 7am and 5pm for essential repairs to damaged fire trails.
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Applies from Fri 4 Jun 2021, 11.31am to Sat 19 Jun 2021, 11.34am. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Jun 2021, 1.28pm
Closed areas: Dunphys (Green Gully) campground and picnic area closure
Dunphys (Green Gully) campground and picnic area is closed to vehicles from Monday Monday 14 June to Friday 18 June 2021 for roadworks.
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Applies from Thu 3 Dec 2020, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Jun 2021, 1.26pm
Closed areas: Campgrounds and accommodation open
Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is open to visitors who would like to pre-book and access campgrounds or accommodation.
Guided cave tours have recommenced.
Self-guided tours are currently not available and some walking tracks are closed for critical maintenance of cave facilities and walking tracks to ensure they are safe for visitors. Walking tracks remain closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Mon 24 May 2021, 11.59pm to Mon 28 Jun 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 May 2021, 1.40pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting baiting using approved meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program run from Monday 24 May 2021 to Monday 28 June 2021 in the following areas:
- Burragorang State Conservation Area - in the vicinity of Oakdale and Werrombi
- Nattai National Park - in the vicninity of Oakdale and Lakesland
- Upper Nepean State Conservation Area - in the vicinity of Diamond Fields Road, Mittagong
- Joadja Nature Reserve
- Bangadilly National Park.
Warning signs will be displayed. Visitors are reminded not to handle or disturb any baits. 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 or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. Baits may remain active after the dates specified.
This program is part of a joint control program being coordinated by NPWS in conjunction with the South East Local Land Services to assist with the ongoing management of wild dog impacts on production properties.
For more information, please contact the local office on 02 4632 4500 or visit the NPWS web page alerts.
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Applies from Sat 22 May 2021, 7.53am to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 7.53am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jun 2021, 9.18am
Closed areas: Hard roof accommodation closed
Yerranderie Regional Park hard roofed accommodation is closed due to COVID-19 management conditions in-line with the NSW Public Health order.
The closed accommodation includes:
- Post office Lodge
- Slippery Norris Cottage
- The Bank Room.
Private Town and Government Town campgrounds will remain open, and available for bookings.
Please continue to check the NPWS website for the latest information, or call the accommodation booking team on 1300 072 757.
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Applies from Tue 11 May 2021, 3.26pm to Wed 7 Jul 2021, 3.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Jun 2021, 12.51pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting an aerial baiting program from Monday 17 May to Friday 28 May 2021.
The operation will involve the use of meat baits, and meat bait products containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes in the following parks, reserves and state conservation areas:
- Bargo State Conservation Area
- Blue Mountains National Park
- Guula Ngurra National Park
- Nattai National Park
- Wollemi National Park.
This program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, especially after the recent extensive bushfires, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock.
Baits may remain active in the environment for up to a month after delivery.
All baiting locations will be identified by signs. 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 or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the Hawkesbury-Nattai Area Glenbrook Office on 02 4720 6200 for more information.
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Applies from Thu 22 Apr 2021, 1.41pm to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 1.42pm. Last reviewed: Sun 23 May 2021, 8.12am
Safety alerts: Advanced navigation skills required for remote walks
As a result of recent fire and flood impacts, many of the Kanangra-Boyd National Park traditional walking tracks will require advanced navigation skills to complete the walks.
Many of the remote walking tracks are impacted by vegetation regrowth and many tree hazards exist along the paths.
Traditional walking pads are now very hard to see and maps and GPS devices may be required to complete the walking tracks.
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Applies from Wed 21 Apr 2021, 11.37am to Tue 22 Jun 2021, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Jun 2021, 12.51pm
Other planned events: 1080 Fox Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be ongoing between 26 April 2021 to 21 June 2021 in Nattai National Park.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
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 or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai Area – Mount Annan Office on (02) 4632 4500.
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Applies from Fri 26 Mar 2021, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Apr 2021, 2.56pm
Safety alerts: Advanced navigation required for Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) track
Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) track has been damaged by fire, storms and flooding. The trail is overgrown with significant understorey brush and grass growth.
Fallen trees, vegetation covered loose rocks and burnt out stump holes may result in slips, trips and falls. Advanced navigation skills are required to undertake this trail.
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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 May 2021, 3.43pm
Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed
Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury area office on 02 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 28 Mar 2021, 8.17am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Apr 2021, 11.03am
Safety alerts: Mount Solitary/Ruined Castle walking tracks affected by flood
Mount Solitary and Ruined Castle walking tracks are flood affected. Caution is advised when entering these areas. Hazards that may be present include fallen trees, washed-out drainage and creek lines, landslides, unstable surfaces and changes to track condition.
A high level of preparedness is required. Please exercise caution in remote areas.
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Applies from Thu 26 Mar 2020, 2.47pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 May 2021, 12.20pm
Closed areas: Campgrounds closed
NPWS is working to reopen all campgrounds and accommodations where possible. However, some locations need to remain closed to ensure compliance with the current rules on public gatherings, or for other reasons such as fire or flood damage.
From 1 June 2020, all reopened campgrounds and campsites will require a booking to be made before you visit.
The closed campgrounds are:
- Parr State Conservation Area
- Heartbreak Hill campground
- Wollemi National Park
- Yengo National Park
- Blue Gums campground
- Mountain Arm campground
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.
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Applies from Wed 15 Jul 2020, 7.51am to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 7.52am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Jan 2021, 11.46am
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog and fox control program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a strategic ground and aerial baiting program for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The operations will involve the use of meat, manufactured products and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE’s) containing Poison 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate). The program will be continuous and ongoing from Thursday 31 December 2020 to Wednesday 30 June 2021 in the following parks, reserves and state conservation areas:
- Abercrombie National Park and State Conservation Area
- Gardens of Stone National Park
- Wollemi National Park
- Blue Mountains National Park
- Turon National Park
- Marrangaroo National Park
- Mares Forest National Park
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park
- Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve
These programs have been designed to meet NPWS priority conservation and state focused biosecurity issues. All baiting locations will be signposted.
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 or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information, call the NPWS Kanangra area on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Wed 3 Jun 2020, 5.34pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jul 2020, 2.43pm
Other planned events: Six Foot Track - camping registration
If you're planning to stay at a campground managed by Crown Lands (e.g. on Six Foot Track) from 1 June 2020, you now need to fill out the Crown reserves camping registration form.
To register fill in the online form and submit.
This link can be emailed or sent by text message. The form can be submitted on a smartphone or computer.
This is requiered to comply with the Public Health Order and COVID-19 Safety Plans.
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