Applies from Sun 25 Jan 2026, 12.00am to Sun 25 Jan 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sat 24 Jan 2026, 3.21pm

Fire bans: Total Fire Ban

A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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• Deua National Park

Applies from Mon 1 Dec 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jan 2026, 2.38pm

Safety alerts: Murramarang South Coast Walk Hazard Warning

Walking tracks in Murramarang have been heavily affected by recent storm and sea conditions.

Beach access points and rock crossings have been heavily impacted and can be difficult to negotiate with some steep, slippery and unstable sections.

When accessing beaches and walking across rocky sections of the walk, please be mindful of conditions, loose rocks and dangerous crossings.

The following tracks are affected:

• Acheron Ledge walking track
• Dark Beach walking track
• Durras Mountain Loop trail
• Myrtle Beach walking track
• Burrawang walking track
• Point Upright lookout
• Richmond Beach
• Snake Bay
• Honeysuckle Beach walking track
• Maloneys Beach to South Durras walking track
• Murramarang South Coast Walk
• Oaky Beach walking track
• Pretty Beach to Pebbly Beach walking track
• Wasp Head walk

Please contact the Pretty beach office on 4457 2019 pretty.beach@environment.nsw.gov.au for more information or to report further issues

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• Murramarang National Park
  • Acheron Ledge walking track
  • Burrawang walking track
  • Dark Beach walking track
  • Honeysuckle Beach walking track
  • Maloneys Beach to South Durras walking track
  • Murramarang South Coast Walk
  • Myrtle Beach walking track
  • Oaky Beach walking track
  • Point Upright lookout
  • Pretty Beach to Pebbly Beach walking track
  • Snake Bay
  • Wasp Head walk

Applies from Mon 15 Sep 2025, 10.46am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jan 2026, 2.38pm

Safety alerts: Asbestos exposed North Durras Murramarang National Park

Location: Durras Lake North boat launching area foreshore.

Issue: Asbestos fibro has been exposed due to wave action from recent storms and rainfall

Current situation: The effected area has been fenced off, visible asbestos has been bagged and clean up operation with licenced asbestos removalist is being arranged. 

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• Murramarang National Park

Applies from Thu 15 Jan 2026, 1.01pm to Fri 30 Jan 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Jan 2026, 11.53am

Closed areas: Bendethera Valley Campground closed due to severe weather/flooding

Bendethera Valley Campground is closed for all access from Thursday 15th January 2026 until Friday 30th January 2026 due to wet conditions and localised flooding. River crossing levels are currently too high for accessing the campgrounds, and will be reassessed prior to the 30th January. 

It is never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. For your safety, do not attempt to access the campground. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800. Email: npws.eurobodalla@environment.nsw.gov.au 

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• Deua National Park
  • Bendethera Valley campground

Applies from Thu 1 Jan 2026, 6.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.45am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jan 2026, 10.06am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 1 January 2026 to Tuesday 30 June 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and/or foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and will take place in:

• Araluen Nature Reserve
• Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
• Beowa National Park
• Berlang State Conservation Area
• Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve
• Bournda National Park
• Bournda Nature Reserve
• Coolumbooka Nature Reserve
• Deua National Park
• Eurobodalla National Park
• Kooraban National Park
• Majors Creek State Conservation Area
• Mimosa Rocks National Park
• Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
• South East Forest National Park
• Wadbilliga National Park

Signs will be placed at the entry to baiting locations. 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.

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

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• Deua National Park
• Eurobodalla National Park
• Monga National Park
• Monga State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 2 Jan 2026, 11.32am to Fri 3 Dec 2027, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Jan 2026, 11.47am

Safety alerts: River crossing to access Big Hole walking track - extreme caution advised

Access to The Big Hole walking track requires a river crossing of the Shoalhaven River.

During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossing may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly.

NPWS advises walkers to plan ahead and check the river levels in real time at https://realtimedata.waternsw.com.au/water.stm?ppbm=215008|215_SHOALHAVEN|SURFACE_WATER&rs&1&rslf_org before setting out.  

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• Deua National Park
  • The Big Hole walking track

Applies from Wed 21 Oct 2015, 11.57am to Fri 28 May 2027, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jan 2026, 8.54am

Safety alerts: Bingi Dreaming track - Closed and open coastal lakes and lagoons

Bingi Dreaming track crosses openings to several Intermittently Closed and Open Coastal Lakes and Lagoons (ICOLLS). Openings of these lakes and lagoons are often unpredictable and can be quite dramatic. Please be aware that although lakes are usually only open for short periods (weeks), they can be impassable when open.

The Coila Lake opening is at the southern end of Bingi Dreaming track. Please check if this lake is open before you set out. If the opening is impassable, you won't be able to access the village of Tuross to complete the walk.

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• Eurobodalla National Park
  • Bingi Dreaming track

Applies from Mon 4 Aug 2025, 4.50pm to Thu 30 Apr 2026, 12.10pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Oct 2025, 8.40am

Closed areas: Walking track and campground closures

Due to essential capital upgrades following the 2019/2020 bushfires, the Castle Walking Track in Morton National Park will be closed from 1 September 2025 to 30 April 2026.

This closure affects the following areas:

• Castle Walking Track and Car Park
• Cooyoyo Campgrounds
• Long Gully Campgrounds and Picnic Area
• Byangee Walls Walking Track

Although Long Gully Campgrounds and Byangee Walls Walking Track are not part of the upgrade works, they will remain closed for the duration of the project. These areas fall within the broader construction footprint, and access restrictions are in place to ensure public safety during the works.

The walking track upgrade works will include like-for-like infrastructure replacement, improved drainage, and erosion and sediment control measures to ensure long-term sustainability and visitor safety.

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

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• Budawang National Park
  • Long Gully campground
  • Long Gully picnic area

Applies from Tue 9 Jul 2024, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 11 Jan 2026, 12.38pm

Safety alerts: Cullendulla Beach erosion

Cullendulla Beach is changing shape from the impacts of coastal erosion.

During high tide, walking access via the beach into Cullendulla Creek Nature Reserve from the carpark on Myamba Parade may be restricted by the ocean.

While in the reserve, visitors should continue to monitor conditions and time their walk with a lower tide.

Tide predictions for Batemans Bay are found on the Bureau of Meteorology website.

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• Cullendulla Creek Nature Reserve
  • Cullendulla Beach track

Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Nov 2025, 10.46am

Safety alerts: Trailer access prohibited on some fire trails

The use of trailers is prohibited on the following trails in Deua National Park:

• Dampier Mountain trail
• Oulla Creek trail
• Minuma Range trail
• Merricumbene trail
• Mongamula trail
• Dry Creek trail

It is an offence to tow trailers on these trails. The penalty for towing trailers on these trails is a $300 penalty infringement notice, or higher if the matter is taken to court.

Trailer access to Bendethera is available from Moruya via Little Sugarloaf Road and Bendethera trail. From Braidwood, this increases travel time by about 30 minutes to 1 hour.

For more information see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/deua-national-park/visitor-info#Getting-there-and-parking 

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• Deua National Park

Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 1.41pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Dec 2025, 12.02pm

Closed areas: Penance Grove Boardwalk & Walking Track Closed Permanently

Due to extensive damage to infrastructure and trees during the 2019/2020 fires, the Penance Grove Boardwalk and Walking Track have been permanently closed.  Any reference to these areas on third party websites is old content and now incorrect.  Due to the extent of damage and complete loss of all infrastructure, there are currently no plans to reinstate the area.

The Corn Trail walking track, Dasyurus picnic area and Mongarlowe River picnic area all remain available. 

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• Monga National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Dec 2020, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Dec 2025, 12.02pm

Closed areas: Bendethera Caves Walking Track and Caves Access is Closed

Bendethera Caves walking track and caves access is closed until further notice due to ongoing bushfire and flood recovery works - all track markers were destroyed by fire. It's dangerous to walk off designated tracks in Karst areas. Please do not enter this area, follow the directions on closure signs and do not enter any cordoned-off areas.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.

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• Deua National Park
  • Bendethera Valley campground

Applies from Fri 18 Nov 2022, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Nov 2025, 8.39am

Safety alerts: Bendethera Valley Campground - Safety Alert

Please use extreme caution if traversing the river crossings and check weather conditions regularly prior to your trip in this area.

During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossings in to the Bendethera Valley campgrounds may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river in vehicles to access the campgrounds during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly. It is never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. You should check the weather forecast and NPWS website for advice prior to setting out to this remote campground, and if severe weather is forecast, reconsider your trip.

For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Deua National Park
  • Bendethera Valley campground