Applies from Sat 24 Jul 2021, 10.47am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 10.48am. Last reviewed: Sat 24 Jul 2021, 10.52am

Closed areas: Currawong and Bus Stop car park closures

Currawong Flat and Bus Stop car parks will be closed for essential maintenance from Mon 26/7/2021 to Thursday 22/7/2021 with no vehicle access, however the picnic grounds associated with these car parks are still accessible on foot. Wattle Forest picnic area will be impacted by this closure also.

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• Royal National Park
  • Currawong Flat picnic area

Applies from Tue 20 Jul 2021, 8.34am to Tue 27 Jul 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 24 Jul 2021, 9.18am

Closed areas: Picnic area and walking tracks closed

The following areas are closed for road maintenance works from Tuesday 20 July to Tue 27 July 2021:

• Carrington Falls picnic area
• Carrington Falls walking track
• Izaards lookout track

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

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• Budderoo National Park
  • Carrington Falls picnic area
  • Carrington Falls walking track
  • Izzards lookout track

Applies from Fri 23 Jul 2021, 3.14pm to Mon 26 Jul 2021, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jul 2021, 4.32pm

Closed areas: Kanangra Walls Road closed due to severe weather

Kanangra Walls road closed, there is no access to Kanangra Walls Lookout or Boyd River Campground. 

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• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
  • Boyd River campground
  • Boyd River loop
  • Kanangra-Boyd lookout
  • Kanangra Waterfall walk

Applies from Mon 12 Jul 2021, 9.39am to Wed 4 Aug 2021, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jul 2021, 4.30pm

Closed areas: Areas closed for maintenance

A number of areas in this park will be closed while maintenance work is underway:

• The North Walk and cycle track - closed from Monday 12 July to Wednesday 4 August 2021
• Toilets at Beach Road picnic area  - closed from Wednesday 21 July to 4 August 2021

You can access the toilets at Gerroa picnic area while the Beach Road toilets are closed. On-site signage will provide further information.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office on 02 4428 6300.

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• Seven Mile Beach National Park
  • Beach Road picnic area
  • Gerroa picnic area
  • Sand track walk (north)
  • Seven Mile Beach

Applies from Fri 23 Jul 2021, 10.50am to Fri 3 Sep 2021, 10.51am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jul 2021, 11.27am

Other planned events: Closure for aerial spraying program

A number of management trails, walking tracks and visitor areas in Bouddi NP 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, the assets affected are:

• 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 the helicopter spraying of bitou bush is conducted. 

NPWS staff will be present during the helicopter spray operations. Please follow safety signs and directions given by staff. The herbicide used is Metsulfuron-methyl 600WG.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call NPWS Central Coast Area office on 02 43204200 or 02 49729000.

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• Bouddi National Park

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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• Bouddi National Park
  • Maitland Bay Information Centre

Applies from Thu 22 Jul 2021, 12.23pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 12.24pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 4.11pm

Closed areas: Glow Worm Tunnel Road closure for works

The Glow Worm Tunnel Road will be closed from Monday July 26 to Friday July 30 2021 due to roadworks. This closure will affect access to the Glow Worm Tunnel from the Newnes Plateau. However, visitors can access the area from the Wolgan Road track head during this time.  

Penalties apply for non compliance. For further information, please contact the Oberon office on 02 6336 6200 or npws.kanangra@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Fri 19 Mar 2021, 11.09am to Fri 6 Aug 2021, 11.09am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 2.27pm

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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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Bobbin Head

Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 9.24am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.02am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 2.08pm

Closed areas: The Basin campground and picnic area closed

The Basin campground and The Basin picnic area are closed until further notice 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. Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS). Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Basin Aboriginal art site
  • The Basin campground
  • The Basin picnic area
  • The Basin track and Mackerel track

Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 10.11am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 2.06pm

Closed areas: Davidson Park barbecues and picnic facilities closed

The barbecues and picnic facilities at Davidson Park are closed until further notice 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 and picnic areas are closed due to COVID restrictions. Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS). Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Garigal National Park

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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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Resolute picnic area

Applies from Fri 3 Apr 2020, 3.06pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 3.07pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 1.47pm

Closed areas: Middle Head Officers Quarters closed

Middle Head Officers Quarters will be closed for bookings until Saturday 31 July 2021 for the health and safety of staff and visitors. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Middle Head
  • Middle Head – Gubbuh Gubbuh
  • Middle Head Officers Quarters

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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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Q Station

Applies from Wed 21 Jul 2021, 2.15pm to Mon 16 Aug 2021, 2.16pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 12.48pm

Closed parks: Park Closed due to flood damage

Bents Basin State Conservation Area and Gulguer Nature Reserve are closed due to flood damage. Roads into and throughout the park are also closed. Repairs are currently underway.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Cumberland Area office on 02 4580 2750.

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• Bents Basin State Conservation Area
• Gulguer Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 22 Jul 2021, 11.30am to Mon 9 Aug 2021, 11.35am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 11.40am

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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• Lane Cove National Park
  • Jenkins Hill picnic area
  • Lane Cove National Park Cafe

Applies from Thu 27 May 2021, 10.18am to Wed 11 Aug 2021, 10.23am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 11.33am

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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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Kalkari Discovery Centre

Applies from Wed 25 Dec 2019, 8.07pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 9.21am

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

• 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 is closed where it crosses Leura Falls Creek, due to track works.
• Part of Prince Henry Cliff walk between Leura Cascades and the Bridal Veil View East lookout track junction is closed Mondays to Fridays only, for 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), Bedford Road and Bedford Creek trail is closed for road surface upgrades. It is expected to open Friday 30 July 2021, weather depending. 
• Andersons fire trail is closed to all traffic, cyclists and walkers from Kings Tableland Road to Bedford Creek from Monday 12 July 2021 to Monday 16 August 2021 August for trail repair works.
• 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.
• Six Foot track is closed where managed by Crown Lands due to COVID-19. NPWS-managed sections are open. See Six Foot track alert for further details. 

Blackheath, Medlow Bath, Megalong Valley,  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 tree.
• 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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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Acacia Flat campground
  • Andersons trail
  • Blue Gum Forest
  • Charles Darwin walk
  • Dardanelles Pass loop walking track
  • Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Stairway
  • Federal Pass
  • Furber Steps-Scenic Railway walking track
  • Govetts Leap descent
  • Ingar campground
  • Leura Cascades Fern Bower circuit
  • Leura Cascades picnic area
  • Murphys Glen campground
  • National Pass
  • Perrys lookdown campground
  • Perrys lookdown to Blue Gum Forest walking track
  • Prince Henry Cliff walk
  • Pulpit Rock lookout
  • Pulpit walking track
  • Rodriguez Pass walking track
  • Six Foot track
  • Wentworth Falls to Woodford via Ingar campground
  • Woodford Station to Murphys Glen campground

Applies from Tue 20 Jul 2021, 9.37am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 9.38am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jul 2021, 4.36pm

Other planned events: Area Offices closed to the public due to COVID-19

The Central West Area offices in Dubbo and Bathurst are closed to the public while office staff are directed to work from home in line with the current NSW Health orders.

To contact the office, please call and leave a voice message on 02 6841 7100 or email us at npws.centralwest@environment.nsw.gov.au. The landline and email are being monitored by staff and we will respond as early as possible. Please check individual reserves for up to date information on any changes to park opening and closing times.

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• Eusdale Nature Reserve
• Wambool Nature Reserve
• Winburndale Nature Reserve

Applies from Sun 18 Jul 2021, 4.11pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jul 2021, 3.56pm

Closed areas: Minnamurra Rainforest closed due to Covid-19

Minnamurra Rainforest Centre, including all walking tracks and facilities, is closed until Saturday 31 July 2021 to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff in line with current NSW Health orders.

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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• Budderoo National Park
  • Lyrebird loop walk
  • Minnamurra Falls walk
  • Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
  • Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
  • Minnamurra Rainforest picnic area

Applies from Thu 24 Jun 2021, 12.11pm to Sat 31 Jul 2021, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jul 2021, 12.05pm

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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• Lane Cove National Park
  • Bakers Flat picnic area
  • Carter Creek picnic area
  • Casuarina Point picnic area
  • Commandment Rock picnic area
  • Cottonwood Glen picnic area
  • Halfway Point picnic area
  • Haynes Flat picnic area
  • Illoura picnic area
  • Jenkins Hill picnic area
  • Koonjeree picnic area
  • Lane Cove National Park Cafe
  • Lane Cove picnic areas
  • Moola picnic area
  • Tunks Hill picnic area

Applies from Tue 20 Oct 2020, 11.51am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jul 2021, 12.02pm

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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• Lane Cove National Park

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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• Lane Cove National Park
  • Carter Creek picnic area
  • Haynes Flat picnic area
  • Illoura picnic area
  • Lane Cove picnic areas

Applies from Fri 9 Jul 2021, 10.38am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.39pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jul 2021, 11.55am

Closed areas: Lane Cove office closed

The NPWS Lane Cove area office will be closed until Friday 30 July 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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• Lane Cove National Park

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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• Lane Cove National Park
  • Moola picnic area

Applies from Tue 23 Mar 2021, 11.13am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jul 2021, 11.35am

Closed areas: Gibberagong boardwalk closed

Gibberagong boardwalk will be closed to all visitors from Tuesday 6 April to mid July 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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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Bobbin Head
  • Gibberagong walking track

Applies from Sat 26 Jun 2021, 7.09pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jul 2021, 4.32pm

Safety alerts: Glenbrook precinct closed to vehicles

Glenbrook precinct is closed to vehicles due to COVID-19 restrictions. Parking is available at the main park entry gate. 

Euroka campground is closed.

Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please review 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 further information call the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Blue Pool walking track
  • Euroka campground
  • Glenbrook Gorge track
  • Jack Evans walking track
  • Jellybean track
  • Nepean lookout
  • Nepean River walking track
  • Portal lookout
  • Red Hands Cave
  • Red Hands Cave walking track - Blue Mountains National Park
  • Tunnel View lookout
  • Woodford – Oaks trail

Applies from Sat 26 Jun 2021, 6.05pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jul 2021, 4.30pm

Closed areas: Blue Mountains Heritage Centre closed

The Blue Mountains Heritage Centre is closed to visitors due to the COVID restrictions. You can still call the Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877 during office hours or phone 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
  • Blue Mountains Heritage Centre

Applies from Sat 26 Jun 2021, 5.24pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jul 2021, 4.30pm

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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• Blue Mountains National Park
  • 4WD Oberon Colong historic stock route
  • Acacia Flat campground
  • Burralow Creek campground and picnic area
  • Dunphys campground
  • Euroka campground
  • Government Town campground
  • Ingar campground
  • Kedumba River Crossing campground
  • Murphys Glen campground
  • Perrys lookdown campground
  • Wentworth Falls to Woodford via Ingar campground
  • Woodford Station to Murphys Glen campground
• Dharug National Park
  • Mill Creek campground
  • Ten Mile Hollow campground
• Wollemi National Park
  • Wheeny Creek campground
• Yengo National Park
  • Mogo campground
• Yerranderie Regional Park
  • Private Town campground

Applies from Sat 26 Jun 2021, 5.53pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jul 2021, 4.26pm

Closed areas: Hartley Historic Site closed

Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, visitors to national parks should consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.

Hartley Historic Site public buildings have been closed. Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Hartley Historic Site
  • Hartley Courthouse
  • Hartley Courthouse
  • Hartley Historic Site Visitor Centre
  • St Bernards Church
  • St Bernards Church

Applies from Fri 16 Jul 2021, 3.33pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jul 2021, 4.14pm

Closed parks: Park closed

Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is currently closed due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW.

Visitors to National Parks should consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures and check NPWS Alerts for up-to-date information before visiting a park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Mon 5 Jul 2021, 2.57pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 2.57pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jul 2021, 4.13pm

Other planned events: 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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• Berowra Valley National Park
• Berowra Valley Regional Park
• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
• Lane Cove National Park

Applies from Fri 16 Jul 2021, 3.41pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jul 2021, 4.13pm

Closed parks: Park closed

Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve is currently closed due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW.

Visitors to National Parks should consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures and check NPWS Alerts for up-to-date information before visiting a park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Fri 16 Jul 2021, 4.01pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jul 2021, 4.12pm

Closed parks: Park closed

Yerranderie Regional Park is currently closed due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW.

Visitors to National Parks should consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures and check NPWS Alerts for up-to-date information before visiting a park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Yerranderie Regional Park

Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 5.45pm

Closed areas: Area closures for rifle range operations

The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be closed for rifle range operations on the following days:

• Saturday 31 July 2021
• Sunday 1 August 2021
• Wednesday 15 September to Sunday 19 September 2021

Further closures may occur with little or no notice. 

Do not enter the eastern section of the park (including Boora Point walking track) when:

• Red flags are flying above the range
• There are warning signs at the park's entry points (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark)
• Park entry gates are closed

The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) remains open.

For more information, contact the local office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.

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• Malabar Headland National Park
  • Boora Point walking track

Applies from Wed 14 Jul 2021, 5.36pm to Fri 13 Aug 2021, 5.47pm. Last reviewed: Sat 24 Jul 2021, 3.56pm

Closed areas: George Boyd picnic area and walking tracks closed

The George Boyd area of Morton National Park is closed for post fire maintenance from Tuesday 13 July to Friday 13 August 2021.

There is still vehicle access to George Boyd Lookout.

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

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• Morton National Park
  • George Boyd picnic area
  • George Boyd Rainforest walking track

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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• Cattai National Park
  • Mitchell Park picnic area
  • Mitchell Park walking tracks

Applies from Mon 28 Jun 2021, 10.51am to Sat 31 Jul 2021, 8.52am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 5.39pm

Closed areas: Audley Visitor Centre closed due to COVID-19

Royal National Park Visitor Centre at Audley is closed until Saturday 31 July 2021 to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff in line with current NSW Health orders.

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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• Royal National Park
  • Royal National Park Visitor Centre

Applies from Thu 15 Jul 2021, 12.50pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 5.06pm

Closed areas: Picnic areas closed due to COVID-19 lockdown

In line with current NSW Health orders, access to Malabar Headland National Park is available for exercise purposes only. Benches and picnic areas are closed. Please keep moving through the national park. Do not sit and stay.

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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• Malabar Headland National Park

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.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Scheyville National Park
  • Scheyville Camp precinct

Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 1.15pm to Sat 31 Jul 2021, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 5.05pm

Closed areas: Picnic areas closed due to COVID-19

All picnic areas in this park are closed from Sunday 27 June until Saturday 31 July 2021 to protect the health and safety of 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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• William Howe Regional Park

Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 1.16pm to Sat 31 Jul 2021, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 5.04pm

Closed areas: Picnic areas closed due to COVID-19

Edmondson Regional Park picnic area is closed from Sunday 27 June until Saturday 31 July 2021 to protect the health and safety of 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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• Edmondson Regional Park

Applies from Thu 15 Jul 2021, 4.26pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 4.30pm

Closed areas: Picnic areas closed during COVID-19 lockdown

In line with current NSW Health orders, access to Kamay Botany Bay 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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• Kamay Botany Bay National Park
  • Bare Island Fort
  • Captain Cook's Landing Place
  • Kurnell Visitor Centre
  • Yena picnic area

Applies from Mon 28 Jun 2021, 10.46am to Sat 31 Jul 2021, 9.01am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 4.27pm

Closed areas: Kurnell Visitor Centre closed

Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed until Saturday 31 July 2021 to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff in line with current NSW Health orders. 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.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Kamay Botany Bay National Park
  • Kurnell Visitor Centre

Applies from Tue 29 Jun 2021, 12.25pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 1.31pm

Closed areas: Girrahween Park and Turrella Reserve closed

In line with current NSW Health orders, access to Wolli Regional Park is available for exercise purposes only. Benches and picnic areas are closed. Please keep moving through the national park. Do not sit and stay.

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”.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Wolli Creek Regional Park
  • Girrahween picnic area

Applies from Tue 29 Jun 2021, 11.54am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 2.41pm

Closed parks: Closed areas: Picnic areas closed during COVID-19 lockdown

In line with current NSW Health orders, access to Kamay Botany Bay 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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• Kamay Botany Bay National Park

Applies from Tue 29 Jun 2021, 10.34am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 1.14pm

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 keep moving through the national park. Do not sit and stay.

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”.

Affects 1 park and 10 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Bottle and Glass Point
  • Bottle and Glass Point
  • Green Point Reserve
  • Greycliffe Gardens
  • Lady Bay Beach
  • Nielsen Park
  • South Head
  • South Head
  • South Head Heritage trail
  • Strickland House

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.

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Rouse Hill Regional Park
  • Crebra Pavilion
  • Fibrosa and Crebra Pavilions
  • Fibrosa Pavilion
  • Rouse Hill picnic area and playground

Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 1.05pm to Sat 31 Jul 2021, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 12.57pm

Closed areas: Leacock picnic area and shelters closed

Leacock picnic area, including the shelters, is closed from Sunday 27 June to Saturday 17 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.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Leacock Regional Park
  • Leacock picnic area

Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 8.18am to Sat 31 Jul 2021, 8.19am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 11.21am

Closed areas: Bobbin Head Information Centre closed

Bobbin Head Information Centre is currently closed until Saturday 31 July 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.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Bobbin Head Information Centre

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.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Scheyville National Park
  • Migrant Heritage walk
  • Scheyville Camp precinct
  • Scheyville horse riding trails

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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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Middle Head
  • Middle Head – Gubbuh Gubbuh
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head

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.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Cattai National Park
  • Cattai campground
  • Cattai Farm picnic area
  • Cattai Homestead and historic farm buildings

Applies from Mon 12 Jul 2021, 6.00am to Mon 26 Jul 2021, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Jul 2021, 9.57am

Closed areas: Wetland Trail closed

Wetland trail is closed for maintenance from Monday 12 July to Monday 24 July 2021.

Wetland trail runs between Evans Road and Red Gum trail. Signs will be in place to mark closed areas. You can still access Red Gum Trail and Lillypilly Loop trail via Wilfred Barrett Drive.

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

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• Wyrrabalong National Park

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.

Affects 3 parks nearby. Show list

• Garigal National Park
• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
• Sydney Harbour National Park

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.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Centre trail

Applies from Wed 15 Nov 2017, 1.09pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jul 2021, 11.13am

Safety alerts: Yambo Forest Road not suitable for 2WD

Yambo Forest Road in Jilliby State Conservation Area is not suitable for 2WD vehicles due to rain and potential vehicle damage. 4WD access is possible from Dooralong Road through to the Lemon Tree Road intersection. Lemon Tree Road remains closed. For more information, call the NPWS Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 4 Jul 2016, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jul 2021, 4.21pm

Closed areas: Fire trails, roads closed due to damage

The following fire trails are closed due to illegal 4WD damage:

• Maculata fire trail west of Jilliby Road to Daniels Point fire trail
• Eastern section of Daniels Point fire trail to Jilliby Jilliby Creek

There is no vehicle access across Little Jilliby Jilliby Creek in either direction. Locked gates are in place in several locations. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

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.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Brisbane Water National Park
  • Piles Creek loop

Applies from Fri 19 Feb 2021, 5.05pm. Last reviewed: Wed 14 Jul 2021, 5.29pm

Closed areas: Mount Bushwalker Road and walking track closed

Mount Bushwalker Road and walking track in Morton National Park are closed from Friday 19 February to Friday 29 October 2021. The closure is due to upgrade works on the road, carpark and track.

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

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Morton National Park
  • Mount Bushwalker walking track

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.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Shark Island
  • Shark Island – Boowambillee

Applies from Tue 1 Jun 2021, 4.31pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jul 2021, 10.25am

Other planned events: Coorongooba campground partial closure

There is no vehicle access or camping in the eastern half of Coorongooba campground. The closure is to allow the area to settle and regenerate after major earthworks. This area has been substantially upgraded as a part of the NSW Government's Improving Access to National Parks Program.

Campground capacity has been reduced to reflect the area closed. New picnic tables and barbeques will be installed during this closure.

For more information please call the NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 900.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Wollemi National Park
  • Coorongooba campground

Applies from Fri 2 Jul 2021, 9.17am to Sun 15 Aug 2021, 9.17am. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Jul 2021, 2.20pm

Other planned events: Pest control program

A ground-based pest management program is happening in this park from Friday 2 July to Sunday 15 August 2021. The program is targeting feral pigs and aims to reduce their impact on water quality and biodiversity. There may be temporary changes to access.

For more information please call the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area Glenbrook office on 02 4720 6200.

Affects 3 parks and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Burragorang State Conservation Area
• Nattai National Park
  • Starlights trail
• Nattai State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 27 Aug 2020, 4.20pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 Jul 2021, 3.41pm

Closed parks: Guula Ngurra National Park closed

Guula Ngurra National Park is closed. NSW National Parks plans to open the park within the next 3 months, after building works and campground facilities are completed. This closure will be reviewed on Monday 31 July 2021.

Only the Mount Penang section of Guula Ngurra is open, including Mount Penang loop walk, which was formerly part of Bangadilly National Park.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.

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• Guula Ngurra National Park

Applies from Mon 22 Mar 2021, 6.00am to Thu 29 Jul 2021, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Jul 2021, 9.36am

Closed areas: The Coast track closed at Burning Palms

The Coast track at Burning Palms will be subject to closures due to a major upgrade taking place from Monday 22 March to 29 July 2021.

The track will be closed from 8am Monday to 4pm Thursday every week during the closure period. The track will remain open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

These works will affect access to:

• Figure 8 Pools
• Palm Jungle loop track
• The Coast track between Burning Palms and Otford lookout

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please visit the Environment, Energy and Science website or contact the Royal National Park Visitors Centre on 02 9542 0648.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • Figure Eight Pools
  • Palm Jungle loop track
  • The Coast track

Applies from Wed 5 May 2021, 5.03pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Jun 2021, 12.57pm

Closed areas: Walking tracks closed for upgrades

Various sections along the walking tracks in Malabar Headland National Park will close during May to September 2021 for upgrades:

• Access from the south is open to Boora Point only
• Access from the north is open to Magic Point only

Additional information will be posted as the work progresses.

Please note the entire Boora Point walking track (eastern sections of the national park) is closed when the ANZAC Rifle Range is in use. 

For more information, please contact the local office.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Malabar Headland National Park
  • Boora Point walking track

Applies from Tue 13 Apr 2021, 4.44pm to Fri 27 Aug 2021, 4.46pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Jun 2021, 9.53am

Closed areas: Donkey Mountain closure

Donkey Mountain is closed due to landscape instability until Wednesday 30 June 2021. Donkey Mountain has been impacted by the 2019/2020 fire season, with further complications as a result of recent severe storm impacts, making slopes unstable and hazardous.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.

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• Gardens of Stone National Park

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.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Berowra Valley National Park

Applies from Tue 29 Jun 2021, 4.58pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 5.07pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jul 2021, 3.17pm

Safety alerts: Six Foot track partial closure

The section of Six Foot track on Crown Lands is closed due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Access through the Jenolan Caves business precinct has also changed:

• Five Mile Road is closed to all traffic due to safety concerns
• There are restriction vehicle conditions on Two Mile road

For the new access conditions to Jenolan Caves, including the collection of walkers from the NPWS section of Six Foot track, please review the information on the Jenolan Caves website. Bookings are mandatory through the Jenolan website.

For further information regarding sections of the Six Foot track, please call Crown Lands general number 1300 886 235.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Tue 2 Feb 2021, 4.39pm to Fri 31 Dec 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Jun 2021, 12.22pm

Other planned events: 1080 fox baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh meat baits and/or Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Monday 8 February 2021 and Friday 31 December 2021 in Wollemi National Park. This program is to protect the endangered Brush Tailed Rock Wallaby.

The following trails will be used as a part of this program:

• Capertee River trail, downstream of the Coorongooba campground
• Canobla Gap fire trail
• Capertee River North trail

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, call the NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Wollemi National Park
  • Coorongooba campground

Applies from Sat 26 Jun 2021, 7.51am to Tue 30 Nov 2021, 7.52am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Jun 2021, 11.59am

Other planned events: Poison 1080 wild dog and fox control program notice

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  Saturday 26 June 2021 to Thursday 30 November 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.

Affects 9 parks nearby. Show list

• Abercrombie River National Park
• Abercrombie River State Conservation Area
• Blue Mountains National Park
• Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
• Mares Forest National Park
• Marrangaroo National Park
• Turon National Park
• Wollemi National Park

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
  • Colo Meroo campground
• Yengo National Park
  • Blue Gums campground
  • Mountain Arm campground
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
  • Dingo Dell

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.

Affects 4 parks and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
• Parr State Conservation Area
  • Heartbreak Hill campground
• Wollemi National Park
  • Colo Meroo campground
• Yengo National Park
  • Blue Gums campground
  • Mountain Arm campground

Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 4.24pm to Tue 31 Aug 2021, 4.25pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Jun 2021, 4.39pm

Closed areas: 12 Mile Road closed west of George Boyd lookout

12 Mile Road is closed west of George Boyd lookout. Please do not enter the closed areas.

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

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Morton National Park

Applies from Wed 23 Jun 2021, 12.49pm to Fri 28 Jan 2022, 12.50pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Jun 2021, 2.18pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 fox baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program using meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Monday 28 June and Tuesday 28 December 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 the NPWS Glenbrook area office on 02 4720 6200.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Nattai National Park

Applies from Fri 1 May 2015, 3.29pm to Fri 31 Dec 2021, 9.40am. Last reviewed: Sun 25 Jul 2021, 9.03am

Safety alerts: Road access in Jilliby State Conservation Area

All roads in Jilliby State Conservation Area are unsealed, and not readily accessible by 2WD vehicles. 4WD vehicles should be used at all times. Gates may be temporarily closed on some roads for roadworks, to prevent damage when wet.

For more information, please call the Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Jilliby State Conservation Area
  • Muirs lookout

Applies from Thu 16 Jul 2020, 12.23pm. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Jun 2021, 5.46pm

Closed areas: Cafe closed - Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre

The cafe at Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre is currently closed until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience. 

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Morton National Park
  • Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre

Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 11.15am to Thu 21 Oct 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Jun 2021, 5.44pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

A baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between Wednesday 14 October 2020 and Thursday 21 October 2021 in the Kangaroo Valley, Budgong and Illaroo areas.

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. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please call the NPWS Shoalhaven area office on 02 4428 6300.

Affects 4 parks nearby. Show list

• Bugong National Park
• Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve
• Kangaroo River Nature Reserve
• Morton National Park

Applies from Tue 20 Apr 2021, 9.12am to Mon 16 Aug 2021, 9.13am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Jun 2021, 12.27pm

Other planned events: Aerial pest management program

An aerial pest management program will be conducted between Sunday 8 August to Saturday 14 August 2021 for the control of deer, goats, feral pigs and other pests. The following parks, reserves and areas will be closed:

• Bungonia National Park
• Bungonia State Conservation Area
• Nadgigomar Nature Reserve
• Part of Morton National Park, west of the Shoalhaven River including Caoura Ridge, Long Point, Badgerys, Matodoro Ridge and all associated walking tracks, lookouts and Shoalhaven gorge.
• Kerrawary Nature Reserve
• Jerralong Nature Reserve
• Tarlo River National Park

The Bungonia National Park front gate and campground will be closed at 4pm on Friday 6 August and reopen by 8am, Monday 16 August 2021. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please call the NPWS Illawarra Highlands area office on 02 4887 8244.

Affects 5 parks nearby. Show list

• Bungonia National Park
• Bungonia State Conservation Area
• Kerrawary Nature Reserve
• Morton National Park
• Tarlo River National Park

Applies from Wed 29 Jul 2020, 2.36pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 2.38pm. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Jun 2021, 5.05pm

Closed areas: 11km walking track closed

11km walking track in Dharug National Park is closed. This is because the route is hard to follow since the Three Mile Fire.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Dharug National Park
  • 11km walking track

Applies from Thu 13 May 2021, 12.01am to Tue 30 Nov 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Jul 2021, 9.21am

Closed areas: Closed areas for pest animal management program

Some areas of Royal National Park will be closed to the public between sunset and sunrise to enable pest animal management programs to be carried out.

These closures will be signposted at the entry points to the closed areas.

The affected areas include:

• Audley Precinct
• Asset protection zones adjacent to Maianbar, Bundeena and East Heathcote
• Wattamolla and Garie picnic areas
• North Era campground
• Garrawarra Farm
• Lady Carrington Drive

Visitors who have approved bookings to camp can still access their campsites during these times.

For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Affects 1 park and 31 locations nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • Audley Dance Hall Cafe
  • Bundeena Drive to Marley walk
  • Couranga walking track
  • Currawong Flat picnic area
  • Figure Eight Pools
  • Forest path
  • Garawarra Farm carpark
  • Garie Beach picnic area
  • Governor Game lookout
  • Gunjulla Flat picnic area
  • Hilltop Cottage
  • Ironbark Flat picnic area
  • Karloo walking track
  • Lady Carrington Drive
  • North Era campground
  • Palm Jungle loop track
  • Pool Flat picnic area
  • Red Cedar Flat picnic area
  • Reids Flat Cottage
  • Reids Flat picnic area
  • Royal National Park Visitor Centre
  • The Coast track
  • Uloola Falls campground
  • Uloola walking track
  • Upper Causeway picnic area
  • Warumbul picnic area
  • Waterfall Flat picnic area
  • Wattamolla picnic area
  • Wattle Forest picnic area
  • Wedding Cake Rock
  • Weemalah Cottage

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.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Apple Tree picnic area
  • Mount Ku-ring-gai track to Berowra Station

Applies from Sun 20 Jun 2021, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 3.25pm

Other planned events: No vehicle access to Comerong Island Nature Reserve

There is no vehicle access to Comerong Island Nature Reserve due to the council ferry being closed for maintenance until the end October 2021. Walkers (via Shoalhaven Heads) and boats can still access the reserve.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Comerong Island Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 26 Apr 2021, 1.23pm to Sun 31 Oct 2021, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Jun 2021, 6.35pm

Closed areas: Wattamolla lower loop carpark and picnic area closed

The Lower Loop carpark and picnic area are closed for upgrades until October 2021. Access through Wattamolla for the Royal Coast track will be available and signposted. Access to the beach, amenities building, upper carpark areas and Providential Point will remain open.

Large vehicles and buses over 8.8 metres cannot access Wattamolla. Buses should not enter Wattamolla Road from Sir Bertram Stevens Drive. There is no safe area to park or manoeuvre at Wattamolla or along Wattamolla Road. All other vehicles can enter Wattamolla and park in carparks numbers 2 to 5 (parking is limited during peak periods).

For more information, please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • The Coast track
  • Wattamolla picnic area

Applies from Tue 8 Jun 2021, 7.00am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Jun 2021, 6.35pm

Closed areas: Bonnie Vale coastal repairs

Coastal protection works are underway to the western section of the Bonnie Vale picnic area (near campground entrance). The walking track between Maianbar and Bonnie Vale is open to pedestrians. Access to Deeban Spit will be impacted. Please stay on the track and avoid the fenced work area.

For more information please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • Bonnie Vale campground
  • Bonnie Vale picnic area

Applies from Thu 2 Jul 2020, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Sat 17 Jul 2021, 4.29pm

Other incidents: Minnamurra Rainforest may close at short notice

Minnamurra Rainforest is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity or due to the car park reaching capacity.  We encourage you to plan your visit outside the peak periods of 11am to 2pm. 

Affects 1 park and 5 locations nearby. Show list

• Budderoo National Park
  • Lyrebird loop walk
  • Minnamurra Falls walk
  • Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
  • Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
  • Minnamurra Rainforest picnic area

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).

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax walk
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head

Applies from Thu 14 Jan 2021, 2.29pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 6.30pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 May 2021, 1.17pm

Closed areas: Cattai campground closed

Cattai campground will be closed until Saturday 31 July 2021 for repairs and ongoing infrastructure projects.

For further information, please email the NPWS Cumberland area office.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Cattai National Park
  • Cattai campground

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.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • West Head lookout

Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 12.27pm to Thu 14 Oct 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 May 2021, 12.18pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 bait disposal pit

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is disposing of used 1080 baits and baiting products in an approved disposal pit on NPWS estate within the Fitzroy Falls area.

Burial of used baits and products will occur from Wednesday 14 October 2020 to Thursday 14 October 2021. All bait material in the pit will be buried under at least 500mm of soil, clear of waterways so as not to cause pollution of waterways, in accordance with Pesticide Control Order (1080 bait products) 2019.

There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to the disposal pit site.

1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) is lethal to pets (including domestic dogs and cats) and working dogs. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance. Domestic pets, including dogs and cats are not permitted in national parks or reserves. 

For more information, contact Melinda Norton at the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Morton National Park

Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 12.03pm to Thu 14 Oct 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 May 2021, 4.25pm

Other planned events: 1080 fox ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting an ongoing 1080 ground baiting operation for control of foxes from Wednesday 14 October 2020 to Thursday 14 October 2021 to reduce the impacts on threatened species.

The operation will target foxes in the Carrington Falls, Knights Hill and Barren Grounds areas. Baits have been placed on NPWS estate, private properties and Crown road reserves with permissions. 

There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to baiting areas. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Some baits may be buried.

1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) is lethal to pets (including domestic dogs and cats) and working dogs. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Domestic pets, including dogs and cats are not permitted in national parks or reserves. Restrain working and assistance dogs to ensure they don’t enter the baiting areas. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Melinda Norton at the NPWS office at Fitzroy Falls on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.

Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list

• Barren Grounds Nature Reserve
• Budderoo National Park

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

Affects 4 parks and 31 locations nearby. Show list

• Dharug National Park
  • 11km walking track
  • Devines Hill loop
  • Dubbo Gully loop
  • Grass Tree circuit
  • Mill Creek campground
  • Mill Creek picnic area
  • Old Great North Road bike ride
  • Old Great North Road - World Heritage walk
  • Ten Mile Hollow campground
• Parr State Conservation Area
  • Heartbreak Hill campground
  • Womerah Range trail
• Wollemi National Park
  • Colo Meroo campground
  • Coorongooba campground
  • Ganguddy-Dunns Swamp campground
  • Glow Worm Tunnel walking track
  • Newnes campground
  • Newnes Industrial Ruins walk
  • Pagoda Lookout walking track
  • Sheepskin Hut campground
  • Wheeny Creek campground
• Yengo National Park
  • Big Yango House
  • Big Yango loop trail
  • Blue Gums campground
  • Circuit Flat walking track
  • Finchley campground
  • Finchley cultural walk
  • Finchley lookout
  • Howes trail
  • Mogo campground
  • Mountain Arm campground
  • Yango walking track

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.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Berowra Valley National Park
  • Barnetts lookout

Applies from Fri 14 May 2021, 12.07am to Fri 10 Sep 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Jun 2021, 10.34am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting

A pest control program using 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Friday 14 May to Friday 10 September 2021. This baiting program is targeting wild dogs, which, are a major predator of native wildlife.

Buried baits and capsules in ejector devices will be laid in a continuous and ongoing manner throughout Palm Grove Nature Reserve during this period.

Warning signs will be displayed in target areas and visitors must not touch 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.

Penalties apply for non compliance. For more information, please contact the local office on 02 4320 4200.
 

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Palm Grove Nature Reserve
  • Great North walk – Palm Grove Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 13 May 2021, 11.00am to Wed 17 Nov 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Jun 2021, 1.55pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting programs 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.

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 call the NPWS Mudgee Office on (02) 6370 9000

Affects 2 parks and 6 locations nearby. Show list

• Gardens of Stone National Park
  • Baal Bone Gap picnic area
  • Ben Bullen trail
  • Bicentennial trail: Crown Creek fire trail
• Wollemi National Park
  • Coorongooba campground
  • Ganguddy-Dunns Swamp campground
  • Pagoda Lookout walking track

Applies from Wed 5 May 2021, 11.20am to Thu 30 Sep 2021, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Jun 2021, 1.03pm

Closed areas: Kurnell exhibition and theatre areas closed

The exhibition area of Kamay Botany National Park Visitor Centre is closed to ensure COVID-19 safety is appropriately managed for visitors. Please check the website for updated information. 

You can still access Kurnell Visitor Centre for information, retail purchases and park pass sales. Signage is in place around the closed areas inside the building.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Kamay Botany Bay National Park
  • Kurnell Visitor Centre

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.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fort Denison – Muddawahnyuh

Applies from Thu 29 Apr 2021, 11.27am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Apr 2021, 12.59pm

Closed areas: Road closed for upgrades

The road to Cape Solander and the whale watching platform will be closed from Monday 3 May to late July 2021. Learn more about the improvements being made at Cape Solander and find out about other top whale watching locations around Sydney.

For more information, contact the Kurnell office on 02 9968 2005.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Kamay Botany Bay National Park
  • Cape Solander

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.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Bobbin Head

Applies from Mon 20 Jan 2020, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Apr 2021, 10.14am

Closed areas: Most of Morton National Park closed

Most of Morton National Park remains closed due to bushfire damage and to protect the safety of our visitors.

However, the following areas are now open:

• North of the Shoalhaven River, including Kangaroo Valley, the following walks and lookouts are accessible:
  • Bonnie View and Beauchamps lookouts
  • Erith coalmine loop walk
  • Lovers walking track
  • Mount Carnorvon walking track
  • Echo Point lookout
  • Grand Canyon lookout
  • Tooths lookout
  • Fairy Bower Falls track and loop walk to top of falls
  • East and West Rim tracks
  • Manning lookout
  • Kangaroo River walking track
  • Three Views walking track
     

• South of the Shoalhaven River to Braidwood Road, including the Ettrema wilderness wrea. The following walks, trails and lookouts are accessible:
  • Ettrema Wilderness walks starting from Tolwong Road
  • Ettrema Wilderness walks starting from Sassafras
  • Ettrema Wilderness walks starting from Yalwal
  • Old Burrier fire trail
     
• South of Braidwood Road, including the Budawang wilderness area. The following walking routes and lookouts are accessible:
  • Pigeon House Mountain, Didthul.
  • Rusden Head
  • Florence Head
  • Pointer Gap lookout. Toilet is non-operational.
  • Porters Creek Dam
  • The Castle. Toilet is non-operational at Cooyoyo campground. Please bury waste per Budawangs walking and camping strategy.
  • Wog Wog
  • Scenic Rim. Toilet is non-operational at Burrumbeet Brook campground. Please bury waste per Budawangs walking and camping strategy
  • Monolith Valley
  • Mount Tarn
  • Styles Creek
  • Redground
  • Folly Point

An overnight walk in Morton National Park wilderness areas requires a trip intention form at this time, as per our COVID-19 update.

Most of Morton National Park has been bushfire-affected. Caution should be taken as risks may still be present.

Do not enter the closed areas of this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

Affects 1 park and 12 locations nearby. Show list

• Morton National Park
  • Fitzroy Falls to Kangaroo Valley cycling route
  • George Boyd lookout
  • George Boyd picnic area
  • George Boyd Rainforest walking track
  • Grand Canyon lookout
  • Granite Falls walking track
  • Griffins walking track
  • Little Forest walking track
  • Riverview walking track
  • Sunrise Point lookout
  • Toorooroo campground
  • Tooth's walking track to Bundanoon Creek

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.

Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list

• Blue Mountains National Park
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Applies from Mon 19 Apr 2021, 3.38pm to Tue 19 Oct 2021, 3.38pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 May 2021, 10.47am

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 wild dogs and foxes. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Monday 19 April to Tuesday 19 October 2021.

The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:

• Bees Nest Nature Reserve
• Bimberamala National Park
• Budawang National Park
• Bungonia State Conservation Area
• Bungonia National Park
• Colymea State Conservation Area
• Conjola National Park
• Jerrawangala National Park
• Morton National Park
• Morton State Conservation Area
• Murramarang National Park
• Parma Creek Nature Reserve

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.

For further information call the NPWS Nowra office on 02 4428 6300.

Affects 5 parks nearby. Show list

• Bungonia National Park
• Bungonia State Conservation Area
• Colymea State Conservation Area
• Morton National Park
• Morton State Conservation Area

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.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Blue Mountains National Park

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.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head

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.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Blue Mountains National Park
  • Federal Pass
  • Mount Solitary walking track

Applies from Wed 19 Sep 2018, 8.33am. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Apr 2021, 1.35pm

Closed areas: Bonnie Vale campground

Bonnie Vale campground is currently closed to allow for the remediation of asbestos containing material surfacing onsite. It will remain closed until further notice.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please visit:

• website: nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/bonnievale
• email: npws.royal@environment.nsw.gov.au
• phone: 13000 PARKS (1300 072 757)

You can also visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Bonnie Vale picnic area and Bonnie Vale boat ramp are open and safe for visitors.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • Bonnie Vale campground

Applies from Wed 15 Jul 2020, 12.38pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Apr 2021, 10.17am

Closed areas: Bungonia Caves closed

All caves in Bungonia National Park and Bungonia State Conservation Area are closed due to COVID-19 restrictions. Speleological groups and other registered organisations operating under a COVID Safety Plan may apply for conditional entry via email.  

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre on 02 4887 7270.

Please note:

• These unique environments are mostly enclosed places with minimal airflow and high levels of humidity. They contain multiple surfaces where dust and other airborne matter can easily settle. By their nature, they also make the important task of cleaning and sanitising related infrastructure (such as handrails) much more difficult.
• The close physical interactions that are required for recreational caving (in 'wild caves') means that the application of the standard precautions recommended to manage the risk of COVID-19 transmission cannot be applied.
• For these reasons, NPWS developed a strategy for the reopening of caves which was based on an assessment of risk. 
• Options for allowing access to wild caves by speleological groups operating under a COVID Safety Plan are also being assessed.
• Approval for access to caves for critical maintenance and/or research purposes is considered on a case-by-case basis.

Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list

• Bungonia National Park
• Bungonia State Conservation Area

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.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Berowra Valley National Park

Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Apr 2021, 9.28am

Closed areas: Campground closures and changed conditions

The following campgrounds are closed:

• Pauls Point
• Sundeck
• Sawyers
• Tigersnake
• Beehive upper and lower
• Burrawang
• Hideaway

Due to recent heavy rains campgrounds between Caringal and Wirritin on the Shoalhaven River, this section may be affected by flood debris and steep sand walls to access the sites. Please use caution and move onto another campground if there are issues.

There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Morton National Park
  • Lake Yarrunga campgrounds: Shoalhaven River

Applies from Mon 1 Mar 2021, 11.00am to Tue 31 Aug 2021, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Mar 2021, 2.43pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Monday 1 March 2021 and Tuesday 31 August 2021 in Winburndale Nature Reserve and Girralang Nature Reserve.

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 call NPWS Central West Area Office on 02 6332 7640.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Winburndale Nature Reserve

Applies from Tue 10 Nov 2020, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Mar 2021, 2.02pm

Closed areas: Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe closed

Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe is closed. Light refreshments are available for purchase from the Visitor Centre. The precinct, including all walks are open to visitors. No portable barbecues are permitted.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Budderoo National Park
  • Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
  • Minnamurra Rainforest Centre

Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Fri 19 Mar 2021, 2.01pm

Closed areas: Access to base of Belmore Falls prohibited

All access to the base of Belmore Falls from Hindmarsh and Belmore Falls lookout and picnic area is permanently closed due to safety risks. Access is also closed from the causeway to the top of the falls. These access points are prohibited to visitors and penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Morton National Park
  • Belmore Falls walking track

Applies from Thu 14 Jan 2021, 11.10am to Tue 1 Mar 2022, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Jan 2021, 2.20pm

Closed areas: Big Yango precinct closed

Some parts of Big Yengo National Park are closed for repair until Tuesday 1 March 2022 following significant storm and fire damage. Trails, fords, buildings and other infrastructure need to be repaired to ensure visitor safety and enjoyment.

The closed areas are:

• Big Yango House
• Blue Gums campground
• Mountain Arm campground
• Big Yango loop trail
• Yango walking track

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

Affects 1 park and 5 locations nearby. Show list

• Yengo National Park
  • Big Yango House
  • Big Yango loop trail
  • Blue Gums campground
  • Mountain Arm campground
  • Yango walking track

Applies from Wed 13 Jan 2021, 12.04pm to Mon 31 Jan 2022, 12.05pm. Last reviewed: Sun 14 Feb 2021, 3.51pm

Closed areas: Lake Eckersley campground

Lake Eckersley campground in Heathcote National Park is closed indefinitely. The nearest remote camp site is located at Kingfisher Pools. 

For further information contact the Audley Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Heathcote National Park
  • Lake Eckersley campground

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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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

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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• Garigal National Park

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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• Lane Cove National Park

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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• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.35pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Feb 2021, 9.16am

Closed areas: Tianjara fire trail

Tianjara fire trail is closed. Please do not enter the closed area.

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

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• Morton National Park

Applies from Thu 14 May 2020, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Jan 2021, 11.25am

Closed areas: Spring Creek Canyon closed due to rockfalls

Spring Creek Canyon in Bungonia State Conservation Area is closed due to rockfalls in the area.

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

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• Bungonia State Conservation Area

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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• Muogamarra Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 14 Dec 2020, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Jan 2021, 11.36am

Closed areas: Macquarie Rivulet - Jump Rock track closed

Access to Macquarie Rivulet (also known as “Jump Rock”) is not permitted. The track is steep and eroded, and contains unstable surfaces, cliffs and drop offs.

There is a high risk of injury from falls from heights. Do not enter the closed areas of this park.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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• Macquarie Pass National Park

Applies from Fri 4 Dec 2020, 2.57pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Jan 2021, 9.59am

Closed areas: Campground closures and changed conditions

The following campsites are closed:

• Pauls Point
• Sundeck
• Sawyers
• Tigersnake
• Beehive upper and lower
• Burrawang
• Hideaway

Due to recent heavy rains campgrounds between Caringal and Wirritin may be be affected by flood debris and steep sand walls to access the sites. Please use caution and move onto another campground if there are issues.

There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.

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• Morton National Park
  • Lake Yarrunga campgrounds: Shoalhaven River

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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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Nielsen Park

Applies from Wed 4 Mar 2020, 8.59am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Dec 2020, 8.50am

Closed areas: Yengo National Park - closed areas

The Big Yango precinct and Shepherds Gully Road in Yengo National Park are currently closed for repair and maintenance work.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Wollemi-Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.

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• Yengo National Park
  • Big Yango House
  • Big Yango loop trail
  • Blue Gums campground
  • Mountain Arm campground
  • Yango walking track

Applies from Tue 27 Oct 2020, 10.14am. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Dec 2020, 10.03am

Closed areas: Lower track closed

Lower track in Wolli Creek Regional Park is temporarily closed while remediation is carried out on Lot 2.

Undercliffe track remains open through to Jackson track and Turrella Reserve.

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

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• Wolli Creek Regional Park
  • Wolli Creek walking track

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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• Lane Cove National Park

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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• Popran National Park
  • 248 trail
  • Hominy Creek walking track
  • Ironbark picnic area
  • Mount Olive lookout
  • Mount Olive trail

Applies from Wed 16 Sep 2020, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Nov 2020, 10.40am

Closed parks: Berkeley Nature Reserve closed

Berkeley Nature Reserve is closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance. 

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• Berkeley Nature Reserve

Applies from Fri 25 Sep 2020, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 18 Oct 2020, 6.23pm

Safety alerts: Coorongooba campground - river access

Access to the Coorongooba campground is via a causeway through the Capertee River. This causeway is subject to flooding. The Capertee River can rise unexpectedly with heavy rains falling upstream, making the causeway impassable. Please check the weather forecast before leaving home.

For more information please call the NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Wollemi National Park
  • Coorongooba campground

Applies from Wed 16 Sep 2020, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Nov 2020, 10.40am

Closed parks: Closed to public access

There is no public access to Five Islands Nature Reserve. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.

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• Five Islands Nature Reserve

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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• Garigal National Park
  • Natural Bridge track to Davidson Park

Applies from Mon 31 Aug 2020, 10.15am. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Aug 2020, 4.38pm

Closed areas: Blue Lake and River walk closed for track works

The Blue Lake and Jenolan River walk in the Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve are closed for construction works. Please refer to the Jenolan Caves website for more information. 

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• Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve
  • Jenolan River walking track

Applies from Fri 14 Aug 2020, 12.09pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Aug 2020, 1.24pm

Safety alerts: Diversion on Mount Keira Ring track

The staircase on the western side of Mount Keira Road at the junction of Mount Keira Road and Queen Elizabeth Drive has been closed off for repairs. Please follow the relevant signage for a slight detour to the ring track at the crossing of Queen Elizabeth Drive.

If completing the loop in a clockwise direction: head north uphill of the closed staircase for roughly 50m until you come to an opening by the road. Take care crossing the road at this point and re-join the track at the usual entry point to the eastern side of the loop.

If completing the loop in an anticlockwise direction: when you get to Queen Elizabeth Drive crossing head north for roughly 50m from the point of entry to the western side of the loop. Re-join the track at this point.

For more information, please contact the local NPWS office.

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• Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area
  • Mount Keira Ring track

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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• Lane Cove National Park

Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 3.40pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jul 2020, 8.16am

Closed areas: Lemon Tree Forest Road closed

The section of Lemon Tree Forest Road, between Prickly Ridge Road and Yambo Forest Road, in Jilliby State Conservation Area is closed to vehicles. This closure will remain in place indefinitely due to severe erosion and 4WD vehicle damage. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.33pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.52pm

Other planned events: Abercrombie River National Park - campground bookings

If you plan to stay at an NPWS campground after 1 June 2020 you'll need to make a booking first. This also applies to campgrounds that did not require bookings previously.

If you can't find your preferred campground on a webpage for Abercrombie River National Park, please check this list of lesser-known campgrounds and make your booking.

If you're still unable to find your preferred campground phone 1300 072 757.

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• Abercrombie River National Park

Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.51pm

Other planned events: Marangaroo National Park

If you plan to stay at an NPWS campground after 1 June 2020 you'll need to make a booking first. This also applies to campgrounds that did not require bookings previously.

If you can't find your preferred campground on a webpage for Marangaroo National Park, please check this list of lesser-known campgrounds and make your booking.

If you're still unable to find your preferred campground phone 1300 072 757.

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• Marrangaroo National Park

Applies from Tue 18 Jun 2019, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2020, 8.15am

Closed areas: Access to Macquarie Rivulet via top of Macquarie Pass not permitted

Access to Macquarie Rivulet from Mount Murray, at the top of Macquarie Pass is not permitted. If you access the rivulet from the top of the escarpment, you will be trespassing on private property and this action may result in police involvement.

The recommended access points for Macquarie Rivulet are via Clover Hill Road and from the Cascades/Rivulet carparks. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188.

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• Macquarie Pass National Park

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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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax walk
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head
  • Q Station

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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• Bouddi National Park

Applies from Thu 26 Jan 2017, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Mar 2020, 9.01am

Closed areas: Middle Ridge Road - fire trail closed

Middle Ridge Road is closed from the intersection of Null Road. There is no vehicle or pedestrian access to Ravensdale Road. This trail is dormant and not open for public use. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Dec 2018, 3.47pm

Closed parks: Kemps Creek Nature Reserve closed

This park is closed due to Phytophthora contamination, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Cumberland area office on 02 4572 3100.

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• Kemps Creek Nature Reserve