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Applies from Tue 13 Oct 2026, 9.22am. Last reviewed: Wed 14 Oct 2026, 2.49pm
Closed areas: Sea Acres Boardwalk partially closed
The Sea Acres Rainforest Boardwalk will be partially closed commencing Tuesday 13 October 2026 until further notice for maintenance repair works. Visitors will still be able to walk sections of the boardwalk, however the boardwalk will not be able to be walked as a loop/circuit.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Sea Acres Rainforest Centre on (02) 6582 3355.
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Applies from Mon 12 Oct 2026, 8.35pm to Mon 2 Nov 2026, 8.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Oct 2026, 8.39pm
Closed areas: Bindarray Picnic Area Temporarily Closed October 2026
Bindarray Picnic Area is closed to the public from Monday 6 July to Monday 2nd November due to construction works.
There will be no access possible via vehicle or pedestrians during this time.
The closed area is from the gate at the northern end of Jersey Bull Rd (near junction with Pine Rd) and south to Bindarray Picnic Area.
There is no change to any access to Pine Rd.
Construction of a new pedestrian suspension bridge across the Urumbilium River near Bindarray Picnic Area will provide improved access to the site once works are completed.
This project is part of the Dorrigo Escarpment Great Walk, which will provide a new public walking track from Dorrigo Rainforest Centre to Bindarray Picnic Area.
Any enquiries, please call NPWS Coffs on 02 6652 0900
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Applies from Tue 8 Sep 2026, 8.59pm to Tue 3 Nov 2026, 8.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Oct 2026, 8.09pm
Closed areas: Urumbilum Creek Day Use Area Closed
Urumbilum Creek Road (south-eastern end) and Day Use Area will be temporarily closed from Monday 21st September until Monday 2nd November for bridge upgrade works.
The road will be closed at Urumbilum Creek Road Bridge, approximately 1.5km west of Urumbilum Creek Day Use Area (Urumbilum Falls).
The closure is part of the Dorrigo Great Escarpment Walk visitor access upgrade and will allow for improved visitor walking track connections between Tuckers Nob and Urumbilum Creek Day Use Area/Falls.
For enquiries please call Coffs NPWS on 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 12 Oct 2026, 10.00am to Fri 6 Nov 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Oct 2026, 11.14am
Closed areas: Smoky Cape Lighthouse viewing platform temporary closure
Smoky Cape Lighthouse viewing platform will be closed from Tuesday 13 October 2026 for 2-3 weeks to allow replacement of viewing platform balustrades. Access to the lighthouse itself will be restricted, however the lighthouse cottages, toilets, walking tracks and picnic area will remain open.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2026, 11.11am to Thu 29 Jun 2028, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Oct 2026, 10.07am
Other planned events: Wonga Walk Access Options
The Wonga Walk can be accessed via the Glade Picnic Area or via an additional access track. This additional access track is a 2-minute walk from the Skywalk, along Lyrebird Lane which also leads to the Glade Picnic Area and Visitor Centre.
The additional access track is surfaced with non-slip rubber mat and is for experienced walkers. Please note that the track is steep and uneven in sections, making it unsuitable for prams, wheelchairs and other mobility aids.
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Applies from Tue 6 Oct 2026, 8.00am to Wed 31 Mar 2027, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Sep 2026, 10.56am
Fire bans: Park Fire Bans
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect until 31 March 2027, unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
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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Applies from Wed 23 Sep 2026, 12.00am to Sun 28 Feb 2027, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2026, 10.21am
Safety alerts: Fire ban - Riverside, Youdales & Green Gully track
A park fire ban is in place in for the following areas and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.
- Riverside campground
- Youdales campground
- Green Gully track
During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
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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Applies from Mon 21 Sep 2026, 1.14pm to Sat 19 Dec 2026, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Sep 2026, 1.37pm
Closed areas: Sea Acres Coastal Walk Track closure for upgrade works
Some sections of the Coastal Walk Track within Sea Acres National Park will be closed from Monday 12 October 2026 to Friday 18 December 2026 while the walking track is being upgraded. The closed sections of track include:
- Sea Acres Walking Track - between Miners Beach (south end) and the Lighthouse Road carpark
- Lighthouse Road Miners Beach carpark - part closed for site works storage compound
The section of Sea Acres Walking Track between Miners Beach (south end) and the Lighthouse Road/Bangalay Drive entry will only closed for 2 weeks from 12 October to 26 October 2026 for minor upgrade works. Once this section is re-opened, it will allow for access between Miners Beach and Lighthouse Drive while the main section of the Sea Acres Walking Track is being undertaken.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 6588-5555.
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Applies from Tue 8 Sep 2026, 7.00am to Fri 23 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Oct 2026, 8.32am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 12 September to 20 September 2026 in the following reserves:
- Barrington Tops National Park/State Conservation Area
- Towarri National Park / Wingen Maid Nature Reserve / Cedar Brush Nature Reserve
- Wallabadah Nature Reserve
- Woolooma National Park
- Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve/National Park
- Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve/State Conservation Area
- Curracabundi National Park/State Conservation Area, Bretti Nature Reserve, Mernot Nature Reserve, Watchimbark Nature Reserve, Woko National Park, Monkeycot Nature Reserve, Coneac State Conservation Area, Camels Hump Nature Reserve, Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
- Copeland Tops State Conservation Area
- Berrico Nature Reserve
- The Glen Nature Reserve
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at authorised entrances to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and most other NPWS managed land. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Scone Office on 02 6540 2300 for more information.
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Applies from Mon 27 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 11.59am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Sep 2026, 11.05am
Closed areas: Dangars Gorge closed for precinct upgrade
The Dangars Gorge precinct in Oxley Wild Rivers NP is strictly closed while visitor facilities are being upgraded. The areas that will be closed include:
- Dangars Gorge Campground
- Dangars Falls Picnic Area
- Dangars Falls lookouts
- McDirtys walking track
- Sailsbury Waters walking track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Armidale NPWS office (02 6738 9100).
NPWS will be making improvements to the campground, walking tracks and signage upgrades as well as installing a new pedestrian bridge.
During this time, visitors to Oxley Wild Rivers NP can still access other visitor precincts, such as Long Point, Gara Gorge, Wollomombi Falls, and for the more adventurous, Riverside or Halls Peak. Please note that access to Riverside and Halls Peak requires an access permit and a low-range 4WD vehicle. More information can be found on the NPWS website https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/
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Applies from Wed 17 Jun 2026, 4.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Sep 2026, 8.25am
Closed areas: Urumbilum Falls timber bridge closed - Bindarri NP
The timber bridge which provides access from Urumbilum Falls Carpark east across Urumbilum Creek to the Urumbilum Falls Day Use Area is closed.
This closure is necessary due to the surface fill on this elevated timber bridge eroding, causing it to be unsafe for walkers.
For alternate access, options are to use the shallow road ford adjacent (only in times of low water flow), or alternatively consider the flagged walking track to access Urumbilum Falls.
NPWS will be rerouting and improving the walking track access to Urumbilum Falls as part of the Dorrigo Escarpment Great Walk over the next two years. This project is already planned and funded, with on-ground work underway in other sectors.
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Applies from Tue 28 Oct 2025, 12.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Aug 2026, 1.14pm
Closed areas: New England National Park walking track closures
The following areas are closed for public safety, to allow NPWS to assess and manage rockfall hazards.
- Eagles Nest walking track
- All access to Weeping Rock
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Tue 25 Jul 2023, 7.14am. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Aug 2026, 10.57am
Closed areas: Landslip on Hanging Rock Road in State forest
Access to Kosekai Lookout is currently NOT possible via Hanging Rock Road due to a section of Hanging Rock Road being damaged during March 2021 flooding event. The damaged section of road is managed by Forestry Corporation. Access to the lookout is now only possible in 4WD vehicles from the south via Boat Harbour Road and then turning onto Kosekai Road
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Applies from Thu 27 Aug 2026, 8.01am to Sun 28 Feb 2027, 5.06pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Aug 2026, 11.34am
Other planned events: Notice of Fox Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Gaagal Wanggaan National Park, from 27 August 2026 to 28 February 2027. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program is designed to minimise fox impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW NPWS-managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs) and should be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and also must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. Please contact the local Coffs Coast NPWS area office for more information on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 3 Aug 2026, 7.48pm to Wed 31 Mar 2027, 7.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 8.05pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Fox Baiting Program at Bongil Bongil NP and Moonee Beach Nature Reserve
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 6 August 2026 to 28 February 2027. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will take place in Moonee Beach Nature Reserve and Bongil Bongil National Park.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local Coffs Coast NPWS area office for more information on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 10.10am to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 10.11am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Oct 2026, 9.21am
Closed areas: Barokee Campground Closed Due to Maintenance
Barokee Campground will be closed from 10am Monday 13 April to 10am Wednesday 30 June 2027 for maintenance. The Day Use Area and Walking tracks remain publicly accessible. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Mon 10 Aug 2026, 12.00am to Thu 10 Dec 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Sep 2026, 10.27am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting 1080 ground baiting programs from 10 August 2026 to 10 December 2026, in the following reserves:
- Warrabah National Park
- Watsons Creek State Conservation Area
- Watsons Creek Nature Reserve
- Watsons Creek National Park
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species like the Western Saw-shelled Turtle.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the New England Area NPWS Office for more information on 02 6738 9100.
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Applies from Fri 24 Jul 2026, 2.56pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jul 2026, 3.01pm
Closed areas: West End Trail - New England NP - Closed
West End Trail in New England National Park is permanently closed due to multiple bridges out.
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Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 11.02am. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Sep 2026, 8.27pm
Closed areas: Sid Burke Rest Area closed for works
Please be advised Sid Burke Rest Area is closed until further notice.
Emergency works are being undertaken to fix vandalised amenities building.
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Applies from Sat 6 Jul 2024, 4.02pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Sep 2026, 11.29am
Safety alerts: Slippery and eroded walking tracks - Coastal Walk
Recent rain events have resulted in some sections of the Coastal Walk in Sea Acres National Park becoming eroded and slippery. The affected sections are between Miners Beach and the carpark adjacent to the intersection of Lighthouse Road and Matthew Flinders Drive. Walkers proceeding with the walk should exercise caution and wear appropriate footwear.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 2.25pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Sep 2026, 7.49am
Closed parks: Curracabundi National Park closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Curracabundi National Park is closed for ground pest control operation
Curracabundi National Park (Rockglen, Lea Hurst. Monkeycot, Karamea precincts) is closed 9am, Monday 2 February 2026 to 1030am, Thursday 31 December 2026 for a ground pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Barrington Tops Area Office 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Sat 28 Feb 2026, 9.08am. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Sep 2026, 1.42pm
Closed areas: Karamea Homestead closed due to flood damage
The following area is closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from the May 2025 flooding and severe weather event:
The Homestead will reopen when the damage has been rectified and the site is safe.
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Applies from Tue 30 Sep 2025, 4.45pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2026, 9.16am
Closed parks: Yessabah Reserve Permanently Closed
Access to Yessabah Nature Reserve is permanently closed to unauthorised personnel. The former quarry area has limestone rock faces that are unstable and prone to rock fall. Other areas of the reserve are geologically unstable.
Do not access this park. For further information call the NPWS Macleay area office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Wed 28 Sep 2022, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Oct 2026, 9.12am
Closed areas: Doon Goonge campground closed
Doon Goonge campground is closed for public safety.
Alternate nearby campgrounds include Dalmorton, Thungutti, Cod Hole and Platypus Flat, that can be booked on the NPWS website.
For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 9 Mar 2026, 8.00am to Tue 9 Mar 2027, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Oct 2026, 9.12am
Closed parks: Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area closed for pest control operations
Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area will be closed for pest control operations until 09 March 2027.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Coffs Coast Area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 18 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Oct 2026, 12.57pm
Safety alerts: Sherwood Forest Drive is 4wd and dry weather only
Sherwood Forest Drive is a 4WD, dry weather only road.
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Applies from Fri 23 Jan 2026, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Sep 2026, 9.23am
Safety alerts: Safety Alert - Changed Road conditions: Waihou Rd 5T load limit
Waihou Rd has a 5 Tonne load limit due to a damaged bridge and a damaged culvert.
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Applies from Mon 23 Dec 2024, 9.57am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 10.01am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jul 2026, 9.47am
Closed parks: Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve closed due to unsafe access
Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve is closed until further notice due to unsafe access to area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.25pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jul 2026, 8.08am
Closed areas: Ngambaa Feral Predator Free Area - Closed Roads
Construction is complete on the Ngambaa Feral Predator-Free Area which has necessitated the closure of roads in the reserve for visitor safety.
Cedar Park picnic area will remain open and available for visitor access.
The following roads are subject to permanent closure as part of the construction and operation of the feral predator free area:
- Wittigs Road
- parts of Stockyard Creek Road
- Seams Road
- Jacks Road
- Buds Crossing Road
Construction works were completed in August and the 23k of fencing is complete.
Construction works have included:
- clearing the fence corridor
- building the fence
- installing bridge and culvert crossings.
Closed areas: Closed for ground pest control operations
Pest animal control shooting operations will also occur in these areas
Shooting operations will occur on select nights throughout this period. The operations will run from sunset to sunrise in areas that are closed for public access.
Information regarding the project can be obtained via the following link: https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/topics/parks-reserves-and-protected-areas/park-management/return-of-threatened-and-declining-species/ngambaa-feral-predator-free-area
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900
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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jul 2026, 8.46am
Closed areas: No entry to Innes Ruins Historic Site
Innes Ruins is closed to public entry except by guided tour. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Mon 21 Mar 2022, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jul 2026, 9.08am
Closed areas: Suttons road closed permanently due to storm damage road failure
Suttons road is closed to vehicle traffic following the second major pavement collapse in an area of highly dispersible soils. Alternate access is via Granite Pit or McMullens roads.
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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