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Applies from Fri 23 Jul 2021, 9.42am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Jul 2021, 5.18pm
Closed areas: Closure for aerial spraying program
A number of management trails, walking tracks and visitor areas in Bouddi National Park will be closed for an aerial spraying program between Friday 6 August and Friday 3 September 2021. The closed areas are in the eastern and southern coastal sections of the park and include:
- Bouddi Coastal walk
- Mourawaring Moor trail
- Second Point trail
- 71 trail
- Little Beach trail
- Little Beach
- 78 trail
- 81 trail
- Third Point trail
- Maitland Bay
- Bullimah Beach
- Hawke Head Drive
- Tallow Beach trail
- Tallow Beach
- Little Tallow Beach
- Box Head track
- Iron Ladder Beach
- Flannel Flower track
- Lobster Beach track
- Lobster Beach
These areas will be closed for 1 day while bitou bush is sprayed with Metsulfuron-methyl 600WG from a helicopter.
NPWS staff will be present during the helicopter spray operations. Please follow the safety signs and directions given by staff.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call NPWS Central Coast Area office on 02 4320 4200 or 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Tue 29 Jun 2021, 10.34am to Fri 27 Aug 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Jul 2021, 5.03pm
Closed areas: Picnic areas closed during COVID-19 lockdown
In line with current NSW Health orders, access to Sydney Harbour National Park is available for exercise purposes only. Benches and picnic areas are closed.
Please ensure compliance with the current COVID-19 rules if visiting your local national park during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Check the COVID-19 update page for more information.
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Applies from Fri 19 Mar 2021, 11.09am to Sat 28 Aug 2021, 11.09am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jul 2021, 3.02pm
Closed areas: Bobbin Head playground closed
The Bobbin Head playground is closed to all visitors from Tuesday 6 April to July 2021 for upgrade works. Construction will occur at the following times:
- Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm
- Some Saturdays, 7am to 5pm
Please ensure the safety of children in your care when visiting Bobbin Head.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the local office on 02 8448 0400.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for further information.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 8.18am to Sun 29 Aug 2021, 8.19am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jul 2021, 2.48pm
Closed areas: Bobbin Head Information Centre closed
Bobbin Head Information Centre is currently closed until Sunday 29 August 2021 to protect the health and safety of visitors and staff, in-line with current NSW Health orders.
Please comply with current COVID-19 rules if visiting your local national park during this time and check the COVID-19 update page for more information.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please call 02 9472 8949 or send an email.
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Applies from Fri 9 Jul 2021, 10.38am to Sun 29 Aug 2021, 11.39pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jul 2021, 2.43pm
Closed areas: Lane Cove office closed due to COVID-19
The Lane Cove area office will be closed until Sunday 29 August 2021 due to the NSW Government COVID-19 restrictions for the Greater Sydney area.
For further information email or call 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Sat 26 Jun 2021, 5.24pm to Sat 28 Aug 2021, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jul 2021, 2.22pm
Closed areas: Campgrounds closed due to COVID restrictions
Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
A number of NPWS campgrounds have been closed due to the COVID restrictions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Thu 27 May 2021, 10.18am to Sun 29 Aug 2021, 10.23am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jul 2021, 12.04pm
Closed areas: Kalkari Discovery Centre closed
Kalkari Discovery Centre is closed from Saturday 19 June 2021 until further notice to protect the health and safety of our volunteers, visitors and staff, in-line with current NSW Health orders.
Please comply with the current COVID-19 rules if visiting your local national park during this time. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Check the COVID-19 update page for more information.
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Applies from Thu 22 Jul 2021, 11.30am to Sun 29 Aug 2021, 11.35am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jul 2021, 12.00pm
Closed areas: Jenkins hill playground closed
Jenkins Hill playground is closed from Sunday 27 June until further notice to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff, in line with current NSW Health orders.
Please call the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400 for more information.
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Applies from Tue 23 Mar 2021, 11.13am to Mon 18 Oct 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Jul 2021, 2.20pm
Closed areas: Gibberagong boardwalk closed
Gibberagong boardwalk will be closed to all visitors from Tuesday 6 April to Monday 18 October 2021, while the boardwalk is replaced. During this time there will be no access to Gibberagong track from Bobbin Head.
Walkers along Gibberagong track who have entered from Murrua Road, North Turramurra or Grosvenor Street, North Wahroonga will be turned around at Gibberagong boardwalk and will not be able to access Bobbin Head picnic areas. Signage and security fencing will be in placed around closed areas.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Sun 25 Jul 2021, 10.07am. Last reviewed: Mon 26 Jul 2021, 8.58am
Closed areas: Lane Cove Boatshed closed due to COVID-19
The Lane Cove Boatshed is closed to protect the health and safety of visitors and staff.
Please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 15 Jul 2021, 2.03pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jul 2021, 9.24am
Closed areas: Maitland Bay Information Centre closed due to COVID-19
The Maitland Bay Information Centre in Bouddi National Park is closed from Thursday 15 July until further notice, to protect health and safety of our volunteers, visitors and staff, in-line with current NSW Health orders.
Please comply with the current COVID-19 rules if visiting the local national park during this time. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Check the COVID-19 update page for more information.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 10.40am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 2.05pm
Closed areas: Barbecue and picnic facilities closed due to COVID-19 restrictions
Barbecue and picnic facilities in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park are closed from Sunday 27 June until further notice, due to COVID-19 restrictions.
As a result of the COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
A number of NPWS campgrounds and picnic areas have been closed due to the COVID-19 restrictions. Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Mon 28 Jun 2021, 10.00am to Fri 10 Sep 2021, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 1.44pm
Closed areas: Q Station closed
Q Station will be closed until Saturday 31 July 2021 (pending further government advice) for the health and safety of staff and visitors. Please check the Q Station website for more information.
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Applies from Thu 24 Jun 2021, 12.11pm to Sat 31 Jul 2021, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Mon 26 Jul 2021, 1.05pm
Closed areas: Lane Cove National Park - COVID Safety
Please plan ahead before coming to this park. Popular precincts may be closed at short notice to ensure visitation levels do not exceed COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
We encourage you to:
- plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 3pm
- check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park
- be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to park your vehicle or maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Tue 20 Oct 2020, 11.51am. Last reviewed: Mon 26 Jul 2021, 1.04pm
Other planned events: Lane Cove National Park - increased visitation
This is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity required by COVID-19 social distancing guidelines.
We encourage you to:
- Plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 3pm
- Check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park.
- Be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to park your vehicle or maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
Group size restrictions for specific national parks apply. Visitors are still expected to maintain social distancing and good hygiene.
The closure of toilets and other facilities will be decided on a case-by-case basis. Necessary site assessments will take place to consider the management of health and safety risk to visitors and staff, and available resourcing to maintain facilities. Access to sanitation products and running water cannot be guaranteed. We recommend bringing hand soap, hand wipes and toilet paper with you to maintain good hygiene as advised by the NSW Government.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for further information.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 8.24am to Sat 31 Jul 2021, 11.24pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jul 2021, 12.02pm
Closed areas: Toilet closures in Lane Cove National Park
The following toilets are closed from Sunday 27 June until Saturday 31 July 2021 to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff, in line with current NSW Health orders:
- Blue Wren and Illoura (Areas 4-5)
- Carters Creek (Area 9)
- Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
- Haynes Flat (Area 32)
Please call the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400 for more information.
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Applies from Tue 8 Jun 2021, 3.06pm to Tue 31 Aug 2021, 11.22am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jul 2021, 11.38am
Closed areas: Moola picnic area toilets closed
The toilet block at Moola picnic area is closed until end of August 2021 for maintenance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Wed 14 Jul 2021, 5.00pm to Fri 17 Sep 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 6.14pm
Closed areas: Mitchell Park closed for ground pest control operation
Mitchell Park will be closed from sunset to sunrise from Wednesday 14 July 2021 to Friday 17 September 2021 for ground pest control operations.
The whole of Mitchell Park will closed. Entry strictly prohibited during these times.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 1.26pm to Sat 31 Jul 2021, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 5.05pm
Closed areas: Picnic shelters closed due to COVID-19
Scheyville National Park picnic shelters are closed from Sunday 27 June until Saturday 31 July 2021 to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff in line with current NSW Health orders. Please comply with the current COVID-19 rules if visiting your local national park during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Check the COVID-19 update page for more information.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 1.11pm to Sat 31 Jul 2021, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 12.58pm
Closed areas: Areas closed due to COVID-19
The following areas in Rouse Hill Regional Park are closed from Sunday 27 June until Saturday 17 July 2021, to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff:
- Fibrosa and Crebra Pavilions
- Rouse Hill picnic area and playground
NPWS is notifying all impacted visitors directly. Please ensure compliance with the current COVID-19 rules if visiting your local national park during this time. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Check the COVID-19 update page for more information.
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Applies from Thu 15 Jul 2021, 12.48pm to Fri 17 Sep 2021, 12.56pm. Last reviewed: Wed 14 Jul 2021, 3.54pm
Closed areas: Park closed for night pest control
Scheyville National Park will be closed from sunset to sunrise for ground pest control operations.
For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Thu 2 Jan 2020, 3.31pm to Fri 1 Oct 2021, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Jul 2021, 11.10am
Other planned events: Middle Head office closed to public
Middle Head office is closed until further notice to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff. You can still contact us by phone (02) 9451 3479 or email for information.
Annual Passes can be purchased online or phone:
Online:
- NPWS website
- Service NSW when renewing your NSW vehicle registration. This includes $15 discount on a 1 year All Parks Pass or 1 year Multi Parks Pass
Phone:
National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757
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Applies from Thu 8 Jul 2021, 11.38am to Tue 31 Aug 2021, 11.39am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jul 2021, 9.24am
Closed areas: Cattai National Park partial closure
Cattai campground and picnic area are closed for flood damage repairs and infrastructure projects. Mitchell Park is open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local office.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 9.50am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 10.05am
Other incidents: COVID-19 safety advice
Please plan ahead when visiting this park. Popular precincts may be closed at short notice to ensure visitation levels do not exceed COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
We encourage you to:
- Plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 3pm.
- Check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park.
- Be prepared to move on if it's not possible to park your vehicle or to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Thu 20 May 2021, 5.33pm to Mon 30 Aug 2021, 5.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jul 2021, 5.50pm
Closed areas: Centre Trail closed for upgrading
Centre trail is closed for upgrade works from Monday 24 May to Monday 30 August 2021.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm from Monday to Friday.
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Applies from Mon 3 May 2021, 8.00am to Mon 30 Aug 2021, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jul 2021, 11.01am
Closed areas: Piles Creek loop walk part closure
A section of Piles Creek Loop walking track will be temporarily closed from Monday 3 May 2021 to Monday 30 August 2021 for maintenance works. The walking track will be closed on the eastern side of Piles Creek between Illoura lookout and the intersection with the Great North Walk, south of Rat Gully.
The following areas will remain open:
- The section of walking track on the western side of Piles Creek, linking the suspension bridge and Girrakool Picnic Area.
- The Great North walk
- Girrakool picnic area and Girrakool loop walking track
For your safety, please follow park signage. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Central Coast area Girrakool office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Mon 19 Jul 2021, 7.00am to Mon 30 Aug 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Jul 2021, 9.44am
Closed areas: No boat access to Shark Island
Shark Island wharf is closed for repair works from Monday 19 July 2021. There is no boat access to the wharf during this time.
Repair works are expected to be completed in late August. Please check back for updates.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 29 Jun 2021, 3.42pm to Fri 6 Aug 2021, 3.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 2.18pm
Other planned events: Vegetation works on Quarry trail
From Monday 5 July 2021 vegetation works will be carried out the along the Quarry trail within Berowra Valley National Park. Works are expected to be completed within 4 weeks, weather permitting.
There may be short-term delays and temporary trail closures while crews carry out vegetation works on either side of the trail. These works are essential to ensure access for emergency vehicles is maintained. Please be cautious around moving machinery and wait for workers' instructions before passing.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Thu 26 Mar 2020, 2.47pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jul 2021, 9.34am
Closed areas: Campgrounds closed
The following campgrounds remain closed due to fire and/or flood damage:
- 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 Tue 15 Jun 2021, 2.50pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 11.43am
Closed areas: Mount Ku-ring-gai track to Berowra Station closure
The Whale Platform elevated walkway on Mt Ku-ring-gai walking track is closed due to serious safety concerns.
The platform will be barricaded and signage in place. No access will be permitted across the platform.
The following sections remain open:
- Walkers from Berowra Station can walk as far as the platform closure point (6.5km one way), before returning to Berowra Station.
- Walkers can walk between Mt Ku-ring-gai Station and Apple Tree Bay (3.5km one way)
- Walkers from Apple Tree Bay or Mt Ku-ring-gai Station can also walk as far as the platform closure point (1km one way from Apple Tree Bay).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the North Western Sydney Area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Sat 17 Oct 2020, 10.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Jun 2021, 12.29pm
Closed areas: Areas closed on North Head
Some parts of North Head in Sydney Harbour National Park are closed due to fire damage and geological instability. The closed areas include:
- Bluefish Drive past the Gunner Road carpark entrance
- Fairfax lookouts
Open areas include:
- Q Station
- The track between Shelly Beach and Bluefish Drive
- North Head Scenic Drive
- Fairfax Walk
- Collins Flat Beach
- Collins Beach Road
Do not enter the closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, call the local park office on 02 9960 6266, or the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Fri 21 May 2021, 1.11pm to Thu 30 Sep 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Jun 2021, 11.33am
Other planned events: West Head lookout - temporary fencing
West Head lookout is open to visitors, and temporary fencing has been installed at the lookout for public safety. Upgrades will take place in 2021-2022.
Please do not enter the fenced area.
Nearby walking tracks remain open.
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Applies from Thu 13 May 2021, 8.00am to Wed 17 Nov 2021, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Jun 2021, 3.37pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing aerial and ground baiting program in this park from Monday 17 May to Wednesday 17 November 2021. The operation will involve the use of meat baits, meat bait products and ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
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. This program is carried out as part of the following Blue Mountains Branch Pest Management Strategies: Western Hunter Wild Dog Management Plan, Central Hunter Wild Dog Management Plan & Post Fire Aerial Baiting Program.
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.
For further information please email or call the NPWS Bulga Office on (02) 6574 5555
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Applies from Fri 14 May 2021, 3.52pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 May 2021, 4.20pm
Other planned events: Berkely trail upgrades and maintenance
From Tuesday 18 May 2021 upgrade works will be happening on Berkely fire trail in Berowra Valley National Park, until further notice. The work is focused on improving accessibility for fire-fighting vehicles. During this time vegetation management works will also be happening on the side of the trail.
Please take care around moving machinery and tree crews, and wait for instructions from staff before passing.
For more information, contact the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 May 2021, 4.32pm
Closed areas: Fort Denison closed
Fort Denison is closed from Tuesday 2 November 2020 to Sunday 30 January 2022.
The 1940s timber wharf has deteriorated and is unsafe to access. Installation of a new pontoon and wharf upgrades will take place from Monday 10 May 2021 to January 2022. Fort Denison remains closed to visitors until these works have been complete.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Standard work hours during the construction phase will be between:
- 7am and 6pm Monday to Friday
- 8am and 1pm on Saturday
Night time works will be undertaken between Sunday 16 May to Saturday 31 July during the following times:
- Sunday to Friday night: 8pm to 5am
- Saturday night and public holidays: No work
Noise monitoring stations will be set up in Kirribilli and Cremorne to check any over-water noise so that it does not exceed legal levels, however this is not expected to be high.
For more information, visit the project webpage or call the NPWS Sydney South area office on 02 9337 5511. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 25 Apr 2021, 11.48pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Apr 2021, 9.25am
Other planned events: Orchard Park shelter restoration
The shelters in Orchard Park at Bobbin Head will be undergoing restoration works from Monday 26 April 2021 until mid July 2021.
Signage and security fencing will be erected around closed shelters as they are are progressively repaired. Not all shelters will be closed at once, so you can use the remaining shelters while construction works are completed.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Wed 31 Mar 2021, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Apr 2021, 10.37am
Closed areas: Bluefish Point closed
The Bluefish Point bushland area is closed to public access for public safety and to protect important plant and animal communities. For your safety and to help conserve the landscape, please stay on sign-posted walking tracks when visiting Sydney Harbour National Park.
The Shelly Beach to Bluefish walking track is open.
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Applies from Tue 29 Oct 2019, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Apr 2021, 7.39am
Safety alerts: Swimming safety in Berowra Valley National Park
Swimming is not advisable in Berowra Creek at certain times as the water may be subject to variable pollution levels and algal blooms. Please refer to the Hornsby Shire Council website before swimming in Berowra Creek. Alternatively you can call the Hornsby Council 24 hour information line on 9847 6666 or the Algal information line on 1800 999 457.
Swimming at Fishponds is not advised at any time due to heavy water pollution.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 31 Jan 2021, 10.41am to Sun 1 Aug 2021, 10.42am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Jan 2021, 1.12pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Monday 1 February and Saturday 31 July 2021 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
All baiting locations are 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.
Fox baiting in this reserve is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
For more information, contact the NPWS Forestville office on 02 9451 3479, the NPWS Lane Cove office on 02 8448 0400 (business hours) or the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (after hours).
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Applies from Sun 31 Jan 2021, 10.46am to Sun 1 Aug 2021, 10.47am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Jan 2021, 1.09pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Monday 1 February and Saturday 31 July 2021 in Garigal National Park. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
All baiting locations are 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.
Fox baiting in this reserve is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
For more information, contact the NPWS Forestville office on 02 9451 3479 (business hours) or the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (after hours).
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Applies from Sun 31 Jan 2021, 10.50am to Sun 1 Aug 2021, 10.50am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Jan 2021, 12.47pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits and fresh baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Monday 1 February 2021 and Saturday 31 July 2021 in Lane Cove National Park. Don’t touch baits. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
All baiting locations are 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 more information, contact the NPWS Lane Cove office on 02 8448 0400 (business hours) or the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (after hours).
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Applies from Sun 31 Jan 2021, 10.53am to Sun 1 Aug 2021, 10.54am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Jan 2021, 12.47pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Monday 1 February and Saturday 31 July 2021 in Sydney Harbour National Park (Chowder Bay, Dobroyd, Bradleys, Georges, Middle and North Headlands (North Head includes the adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management, and Quarantine Station)). Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
All baiting locations are 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.
Fox baiting in this reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
For more information, contact the NPWS Middle Head office on 02 9960 6266 (business hours), the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (after hours) or North Head Sanctuary, Manly (Harbour Trust Lands): 02 8969 2128 (business hours).
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Applies from Fri 31 Jul 2020, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Mar 2021, 2.03pm
Closed parks: Muogamarra Nature Reserve access
Muogamarra Nature Reserve is only open to the public for 6 weeks every year, around spring time. Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access is restricted at other times to approved educational and research activities only.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for further information.
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Applies from Mon 16 Nov 2020, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Jan 2021, 10.08am
Safety alerts: Protect your picnic - native birds may steal your food
Birds at Nielsen Park are attempting to steal food from visitors' picnics and tables due to unauthorised feeding of local native birds. To try and reduce this unwanted behaviour, NPWS is asking visitors to not actively feed any wildlife and to please bring suitable methods to cover your food. These include storage containers with sealed lids or an umbrella to cover your picnic to reduce food visibility and access.
Please note, it is illegal to feed wildlife in a national park. NPWS officers are monitoring the area and fines apply if visitors are seen actively feeding birds and promoting this unwanted behaviour.
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Applies from Thu 16 Apr 2020, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Mar 2021, 10.07am
Closed areas: Lane Cove Depot Road closed
Lane Cove Depot Road in Lane Cove National Park will be closed from Monday 16 April 2020 until further notice while the road is being upgraded to improve safety for road users. During this time vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians are not permitted to use the road.
For more information regarding closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Wed 30 Sep 2020, 11.54am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Sep 2020, 4.00pm
Safety alerts: Ironbark Road access to picnic area - Last 850m 4WD only
The last 850m along Ironbark Road (Crown Road) to access Ironbark picnic area is currently limited to 4WD vehicles only. This section is not suitable to conventional 2WD vehicles due to a severely eroded hill along the Crown Road. Visitors to this section of the park travelling by conventional 2WD vehicles will have to walk the last 850 metres to access to the start of the park and Ironbark picnic area.
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Applies from Wed 10 Feb 2016, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Feb 2021, 11.13am
Closed areas: Section of Flat Rock track closed
A section of Flat Rock track - from the Killarney Drive entrance to the Downpatrick Street entrance - is currently closed until further notice due to track safety issues where the track passes through private property near Killarney Point:
- Walkers heading west should exit Flat Rock track at the eastern end of Killarney Drive and use Killarney Drive until you reach Downpatrick Street. Then walk down the street and re-enter Flat Rock track from the Downpatrick Street fire trail.
- Walkers heading east should exit Flat Rock track at the Downpatrick Street fire trail and use Downpatrick Street, then Killarney Drive until you reach the end of Killarney Drive. Re-enter Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Ku-ring-gai Chase area Forestville office on 02 9451 3479.
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Applies from Thu 9 Jul 2020, 2.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Aug 2020, 9.06am
Closed areas: Sugarloaf carpark closed
Sugarloaf car park is no longer open to the public. We apologise for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact Chatswood Area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Apr 2021, 10.37am
Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening and closing times
North Head Scenic Drive gate closing and opening times are:
- From 1 October to 31 March each year, the gate is open from 5am to 8.30pm
- From 1 April to 30 September each year, the gate is open from 6am to 6pm
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Applies from Mon 29 Sep 2014, 1.49pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Apr 2020, 1.17pm
Closed areas: Old Wagstaffe trail - no access through private property
There is no public access to Old Wagstaffe trail through private property. Signs show where public access is not permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury North area office on 02 4320 4200 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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