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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Sat 2 Jul 2022, 1.39pm
Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed
Many walking tracks, roads and fire trails within Blue Mountains National Park remain closed following sustained wet weather, subsequent geological instability or infrastructure upgrades. As sites are re-opened, we remind visitors that these areas have been subject to long periods of high rainfall, and landslides, rockfall and treefall can occur without notice.
Please check which areas are closed before travelling.
The following areas are closed:
Katoomba and Leura
- Mount Hay Road is closed to vehicles (pedestrians and cyclists allowed)
- Golden Stairs
- Furber Steps
- Fern Bower
- Federal Pass
- Kedumba Pass and Sublime Point fire trails
- Gordon Falls track and lookout closed from Monday 2 May 2022 due to track work
- Lillian's Bridge track - closure at junction of Inspiration Point track. No through access to Valley of the Waters and the Conservation Hut due to a major landslide.
- Prince Henry Cliff walk between Gordon Falls lookout and Olympian lookout, due to landslides. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- Prince Henry Cliff walk between Lady Darley lookout and Cliff View lookout due to trackwork
- Amphitheatre track
- Bridal Veil lookout (west of Leura Cascades) is closed from 15 June 2022 to approximately the end of August 2022 for upgrade works
- Lone Lyrebird track between Gordon Road and the War Memorial, due to a major washout
- Pool of Siloam and Lyrebird Dell walking tracks all accesses.
- Golf Links lookout to Carleton Road, Leura, is closed Monday to Friday for trackwork
- Dardanelles Pass loop walking track
- Giant Stairway
- No access from Echo Point to Scenic World via Giant Stairs and Dardanelles Pass
- Glenraphael Rd & Narrow Neck trail
- Ruined Castle walking track
- Six Foot Track - Nellies Glen to Megalong Valley
Wentworth Falls
- McMahons Lookout Road is closed to vehicles (pedestrians and cyclists allowed)
- Valley of the Waters track below Empress lookout
- Wentworth Falls track below the top crossing
- Nature track closed between Edinburgh Castle Rock and Lillian's Bridge due to landslide
- Valley of Waters walking track closed below Sylvia Falls
- Charles Darwin walk
- National Pass
- Wentworth Pass
- No access to Conservation Hut parking area or visitor facilities
- Kedumba River Crossing campground
- Ingar Rd is closed where it traverses private property at the west end. Ingar campers must walk in via Anderson's or Bedford Rds.
Blackheath, Medlow Bath, Megalong Valley, Mount Victoria and Bells Line
- Pierces Pass Road is closed to vehicles (pedestrians and cyclists allowed)
- Victoria Falls Road is closed to vehicles (pedestrians and cyclists allowed)
- Hat Hill Road is closed to vehicles (pedestrians and cyclists allowed)
- Grand Canyon walking track and carpark
- Point Pilcher Road is closed to vehicles (pedestrians and cyclists allowed)
- All access tracks into the Grose Valley are closed, including Perrys Lookdown track, Shortridge Pass (Lockleys Pylon to Blue Gum), Victoria Falls walking track, Govetts Descent, Horse track, Rodriguez Pass and Pierces Pass.
- Braeside walking track due to track work (Braeside Rd is open to cyclists and walkers.)
- Walls Cave walking track due to trackwork
- Evans lookout
- Blue Gum Forest
- Acacia Flat campground
- Perrys Lookdown campground
- Pulpit walking track and Pulpit Rock lookout
Lawson, Woodford, Hazelbrook
- Murphys Glen Road closed to vehicles (open to walkers and cyclists).
- Murphys Glen campground closed until Friday 15 July 2022 to allow for roadworks and campground improvements
- Empire Pass
Canyons and rock climbing
- Empress Canyon is closed
- Climbing and canyoning areas in the Blue Mountains are open unless the access road is closed or the site is listed in this alert.
Grade 5 tracks and off-trail areas
Grade 5 tracks and off-trail areas are open, excluding those listed below. Grade 5 tracks are for very experienced bushwalkers with specialised skills such as advanced navigation and emergency first aid. Please visit this page for further information on track grades.
If you plan on embarking on Grade 5 tracks and undertaking off-trail activities, please be aware of the likelihood of changed conditions and consider current safety advice.
Closed Grade 5 tracks:
- Mount Solitary loop due to landslides near Ruined Castle
- K2K (Kanangra to Katoomba) access only available from either Green Gully (Dunphy's campground) or Kanangra Walls. Narrow Neck trail is currently closed. Also note: Due to the ongoing wet conditions, Coxs River can flood at short notice and may be impassable. Walkers should check conditions before departing.
- Shortridge Pass from Lockleys Pylon to Blue Gum
- Roberts Pass
- Lindeman Pass
- Rodriguez Pass
- Govetts Descent
- Horse track
- Vera Falls and Hippocrene Falls walking tracks
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 1 Jul 2022, 3.19pm to Mon 11 Jul 2022, 3.20pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Jul 2022, 3.55pm
Closed areas: East Rim walking track, Lake Yarrunga and Tallowa Dam campsites closed
The following areas are closed from 3pm, Friday 1 July to 2pm, Friday 8 July 2022 due to extreme weather warning and flood watch:
- East Rim walking track at Fitzroy Falls
- Lake Yarrunga and Tallowa Dam campsites on Kangaroo and Shoalhaven Rivers
Remember, it’s 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. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Sat 2 Jul 2022, 5.27am to Sun 3 Jul 2022, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Jul 2022, 3.55pm
Closed areas: Minnamurra Rainforest closed
Minnamurra Rainforest is closed Saturday 2 July and Sunday 3 July 2022 due to the forecast of heavy rainfall and potential flooding. The centre will re-open when it is safe to do so.
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Applies from Fri 1 Jul 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Jul 2022, 12.23pm
Closed areas: Single-track mountain bike trails closed
All single-track mountain bike trails in Royal National Park are closed until further notice due to wet and muddy trail conditions. This closure is to ensure visitor safety and to prevent damage to the trails.
Riding on fire management (4WD) tracks is still permitted, but please take care as management tracks may be wet and slippery.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sat 2 Jul 2022, 6.25am to Wed 13 Jul 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Jul 2022, 12.16pm
Closed areas: Euroka campground closed
Euroka campground will be closed from Saturday 2 July to Wednesday 13 July 2022 inclusive due to a forecast significant rain event.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Fri 1 Jul 2022, 6.34am to Wed 13 Jul 2022, 6.35am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Jul 2022, 12.16pm
Closed areas: Burralow Creek campground closed
Burralow Creek Campground will be closed from Friday 1 July to Wednesday 13 July 2022 inclusive due to a forecast significant rain event.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 12.47pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 12.10pm
Closed areas: Sublime Point walking track closed
Sublime Point walking track is closed until further notice. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 28 Mar 2022, 12.13pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 11.57am
Closed areas: Mount Keira Ring track closed
Mt Keira Ring track is closed until further notice due to damage caused by severe weather. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded.. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS Alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Wed 9 Mar 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 11.53am
Closed areas: Jingga walking track closed due to landslide
Jingga walking track is closed until further notice. The walking track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely reopened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 12.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 11.51am
Closed areas: Mount Kembla Ring track closed due to landslide
Mount Kembla Ring track is closed until further notice due to damage from landslips and rockfalls. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS Alerts will be updated
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 14 Mar 2022, 11.40am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 11.49am
Closed areas: Illawarra lookout closed
Illawarra lookout within Barren Grounds Nature Reserve is closed until further notice due to damage. NPWS is in the process of repairing the lookout and the lookout is expected to re-open later in 2022.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Fri 24 Dec 2021, 11.32am to Tue 10 Jan 2023, 11.35am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 8.21am
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 Tuesday 28 June 2022 and Wednesday 28 December 2022 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.
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Applies from Fri 10 Jun 2022, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Jul 2022, 10.55am
Closed parks: Macquarie Pass National Park closed due to rock fall, landslides and hazardous trees
Macquarie Pass National Park is currently closed due to rock fall, landslides and hazardous trees causing dangerous conditions.
The park will be re-open as soon as it is safe.
For Illawarra Highway updates, please check Live Traffic NSW for updates.
Remember, it’s 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. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Tue 10 Nov 2020, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Jul 2022, 1.47pm
Closed areas: Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe closed
Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe is closed. Light refreshments are available for purchase from the Visitor Centre. Minnamurra Rainforest precinct, including all walks are open to visitors. No portable barbecues are permitted.
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Applies from Thu 16 Jul 2020, 12.23pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 11.26am
Closed areas: Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre - Cafe closed
The cafe at Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre is currently closed until further notice. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
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Applies from Thu 14 May 2020, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 11.21am
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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Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 12.27pm to Fri 16 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 11.20am
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 National Parks land within the Fitzroy Falls area.
The burial of used baits and products will happen from Wednesday 16 March to Friday 16 September 2022. All bait material in the pit will be buried under at least 500mm of soil, and clear of waterways so as not to cause pollution of waterways. This is in accordance with the 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, email or call the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244.
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Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 12.03pm to Fri 16 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 11.19am
Other planned events: 1080 fox ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting a continual and ongoing 1080 ground baiting program for the control of foxes from Wednesday 16 March to Friday 16 September 2022 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 are 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 Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.
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Applies from Tue 18 Jun 2019, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 11.17am
Closed areas: Restricted access to Macquarie Rivulet
There is no access to Macquarie Rivulet from Mount Murray, at the top of Macquarie Pass. If you access the rivulet from the top of the escarpment, you will be trespassing on private property. Access to Macquarie Rivulet is only permitted via Clover Hill Road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188.
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Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 2.13pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Jul 2022, 10.55am
Closed areas: Walking tracks closed due to rain damage
The following walking tracks are closed until further notice due to damage from heavy rain that has caused dangerous conditions, including eroded creek crossings, potential rockfalls and landslips:
- Mount Keira Ring track
- Mount Kembla Ring track
- Sublime track
These areas will be re-opened when safe to do so.
Remember, it’s 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. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 14 Dec 2020, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 9.43am
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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Applies from Wed 16 Sep 2020, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 9.37am
Closed parks: Berkeley Nature Reserve closed
Berkeley Nature Reserve is closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Wed 16 Sep 2020, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 9.37am
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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Applies from Thu 2 Jul 2020, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 9.51am
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.
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Applies from Mon 28 Mar 2022, 3.37pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 10.08am
Closed areas: Trails closed in Illawarra Escarpment
The following areas are closed until further notice, due to damage from recent severe weather:
- Mount Kembla Ring track
- Lower Escarpment fire trail
- Upper Escarpment fire trail
- Mount Pleasant management trail
- O’Briens management trail
- Staffords management trail
This closure maybe extended further, if rain occurs.
Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.07am to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 11.08am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.11am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 pest management baiting 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 foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Friday 1 July to Saturday 31 December 2022.
The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:
- Conjola National Park
- Meroo National Park
- Murramarang National Park
- Narrawallee 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jun 2022, 2.44pm
Closed areas: Camping closed due to flood and fire damage
Camping is closed at the following campgrounds due to fire damage and flooding. These areas are open for day use only:
- Pauls Point – day use only
- Sundeck – day use only
- Sawyers – day use only
- Burrawang – day use only
Some campgrounds may be affected by flood debris following heavy rain, and there may be steep sand walls to access sites.
Please be cautious and move onto another campgrounds if safety issues occur. There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 4 Mar 2022, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 9.50am
Closed areas: Minnamurra Falls walk closed
Minnamurra Falls walk is temporarily closed and impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions. The Falls walk will re-open as soon as it is safe. The Visitor Information Centre and Lyrebird Loop Walk remain open.
For further information phone Visitor Centre staff on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 3.01pm to Fri 9 Sep 2022, 3.02pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jun 2022, 1.55pm
Closed areas: Conservation Hut and Evans lookout visitor precinct upgrades - areas closed
The visitor precincts at Evans lookout, Blackheath and Conservation Hut (Valley of the Waters), Wentworth Falls are closed for upgrades from Monday 2 May to early September 2022.
The works include construction of new accessible toilet blocks, pathways and improvements to the lookouts and car parks.
The carparks, toilets and lookouts will be closed during construction.
Walking track access will be provided to walking tracks that are open.
Track closures are updated regularly, check our alerts page for updates.
The upgrades are part of the NSW government infrastructure investment. More detail can be found on this web page or by calling the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Fri 10 Jun 2022, 11.35am to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jun 2022, 11.51am
Closed areas: Royal Coast Track closed at Otford
The Coast Track will be closed Monday to Friday for upgrade works near Otford lookout from Tuesday 14 June to late September 2022. The track will remain open on weekends and public holidays.
When the track is closed:
- Visitors will not be able to access Figure 8 Pools, Werrong Beach track or the Palm Jungle loop track from Otford lookout
- Coast Track walkers will have to exit the track at Garawarra Farm.
Visitors can still access Figure 8 Pools from Garawarra Farm at any time.
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Applies from Wed 6 Apr 2022, 8.23am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 10.26am
Closed areas: Griffins walking track closed
Griffins walking track is closed until further notice due to heavy rain causing dangerous conditions including eroded creek crossings, potential rockfalls and landslips. The track will be re-opened when safe.
Remember, it’s 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. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
See list of affected locations on park alerts page.
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Applies from Thu 9 Jun 2022, 2.12pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jun 2022, 8.57am
Safety alerts: Colong-Oberon Stock Route - 4WD access only
4WD vehicles are required along Oberon-Colong stock route to Yerranderie. Recent wet weather has caused slippery conditions with large muddy sections. Drive carefully and be aware of road conditions.
For more information, please call Wollondilly Shire Council on (02) 4677 1100.
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Applies from Wed 8 Jun 2022, 4.09pm to Sun 10 Jul 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 12.21pm
Closed areas: North Era campground closed
North Era campground is closed until further notice due to the effects of flooding and nearby closures of sections of Royal Coast track.
The area will re-open once it is safe to do so. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jun 2022, 7.13pm
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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Fallsarea office on 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jun 2022, 8.04pm
Safety alerts: Bungonia Red walking track - Occasional high water
Whilst there is continuing rainfall periodically in Bungonia National Park, the Bungonia Creek water level may at times be higher than normal.
If you're planning to undertake the Red walking track, please assess water levels before continuing through the Bungonia Slot. If in doubt, turn back. Do not enter flood waters. Report conditions via the park register book on-site.
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Applies from Mon 11 Apr 2022, 8.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jun 2022, 1.42pm
Closed areas: Minnamurra Falls Walk closed until further notice
Minnamurra Falls Walk in Budderoo National Park is currently closed until further notice due to prolonged rainfall causing rock fall, landslides, damage to walking track infrastructure and dangerous conditions.
Lyrebird Loop track remains open, however may close at short notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Visitor Centre.
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Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 2.41pm to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 2.44pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Jun 2022, 10.44am
Closed areas: Entry to Burralow Creek campground via Tabaraga Ridge fire trail closed
Burralow Creek campground is open from Friday 3 June 2022. However, Tabaraga Ridge fire trail is closed to vehicles until further notice, due to:
- significant flood damage
- multiple treefalls
- a landslip impacting the trail surface
The only access now open to Burralow campground is via Paterson Range fire trail. Enter near the Bilpin Fruitbowl, via Bells Line of Road. 4WD access only.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4632 4500.
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Applies from Mon 22 Nov 2021, 12.25pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jun 2022, 2.32pm
Safety alerts: Poor road conditions in Jerrawangala National Park and Parma Creek Nature Reserve
Due to ongoing wet weather, roads and tracks in Jerrawangala National Park and Parma Creek Nature Reserve are in very poor condition.
A 4WD vehicle is recommended and some roads may be impassable.
Works will be undertaken to repair roads when resources and weather conditions allow.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 27 May 2022, 12.02pm. Last reviewed: Fri 27 May 2022, 3.33pm
Safety alerts: Pigeon House Mountain Didthul - 4WD only access
Access to Pigeon House Mountain Didthul walking track and picnic area is not suitable for low clearance vehicles. The roads are potholed, and become slippery and boggy during wet weather. 4WD with high clearance vehicles only. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 25 May 2022, 4.17pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Jun 2022, 10.56am
Closed areas: Cascades walking track, carparks closed
Cascades walking track is closed until further notice due to hazardous trees.
Cascades and Rivulet carparks are also closed due to works being undertaken in these areas.
These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jun 2022, 4.08pm
Safety alerts: Curra Moors track condition - be cautious
Sections of Curra Moors fire trail and walking loop track are in poor condition due to erosion. Please be cautious, and be aware of unstable edges.
Planning for repairs is in progress.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 3.36pm to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 4.14pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve from Monday 2 May to Wednesday 2 November 2022.
The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
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 NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200 for more information.
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Applies from Mon 16 May 2022, 7.00am to Sun 16 Oct 2022, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jun 2022, 11.59am
Other planned events: 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using fresh meat containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs. The program will be ongoing between 16 May 2022 and 16 October 2022 in the following parks and reserves:
- Morton National Park around Caoura Ridge, Matadoro ridge, Kangaroo Valley and Meryla areas.
- Bungonia National Park and Bungonia State Conservation Area
- Nadgigomar Nature Reserve
- Tarlo River 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 Fitzroy Falls Depot on 02 4887 8244.
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Applies from Thu 28 Apr 2022, 1.16pm to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 May 2022, 2.20pm
Other planned events: Notice of Ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Blue Mountains National Park from Monday 2nd May to Wednesday 2nd November 2022.
The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
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 Kanangra NPWS area office at Oberon on 6336 6200 for more information.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 May 2022, 9.00am
Closed parks: Comerong Island Nature Reserve closed
Comerong Island Nature Reserve is closed due to widespread flooding, forecast rain events, impacts on access tracks and closure of the council ferry service. The reserve will re-open after tracks dry out and and are made safe for general access.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 May 2022, 11.05am
Closed areas: Partial Closure Coast Track Little Garie
The Coast Track is closed between Garie and Little Garie is closed until further notice due to rock falls and erosion.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 10.06am to Mon 10 Oct 2022, 10.07am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Jun 2022, 1.14pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using fresh meat containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs. The program will be ongoing between 3 May 2022 and 10 October 2022 in Morton National Park around Touga, Talwong and Sassafras 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.
For further information please call the NPWS Nowra Depot on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 12.13pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 4.42pm
Safety alerts: Kimberly Park campground closed - weed works
Kimberley Park campground on Lake Yarrunga (Kangaroo River) will be closed to visitors to allow for weed removal works by contractors. For your safety, please do not access the site until further notice.
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 9.10am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.55am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Wollemi National Park on the following dates:
- Wollemi-Yengo and Mudgee areas: Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022
- Kanangra area: Monday 2 May to Wednesday 2 November 2022
The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
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 NPWS Area office for more information:
- Kanangra area at Oberon: 02 6336 6200
- Wollemi-Yengo area at Bulga: 02 6574 5555
- Mudgee area at Mudgee: 02 6370 9000
Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.50am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.54am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Goulburn River National Park from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.
The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
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 NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.
Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.29am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 8.54am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Gardens of Stone National Park on the following dates:
- Mudgee area from Monday 9 May 2022 to Wednesday 9 November 2022
- Kanangra area from Monday 2 May 2022 to Wednesday 2 November 2022
The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
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 NPWS Area office for more information:
- Kanangra area at Oberon: 02 6336 6200
- Mudgee area at Mudgee: 02 6370 9000.
Applies from Sun 1 May 2022, 11.59pm to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 9.40pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 May 2022, 2.54pm
Closed areas: Ironbark Flat toilets closed for upgrades
The Ironbark Flat toilets, next to Royal National Park Visitor Centre, are closed for upgrade works. There are temporary toilets on the northern side of the building, and the existing accessible restroom beside the Royal National Park Visitor Centre is open.
Visit the Audley Precinct upgrades web page for information about this project.
For more information, please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Sun 17 Apr 2022, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Apr 2022, 11.53am
Closed areas: Werrong Beach track closed
Werrong Beach track is closed due to a land slip. Further information will be available following a geotechnical assessment.
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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 4.26pm
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-Nattai area office on 02 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 14 Feb 2022, 7.42am. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Apr 2022, 2.07pm
Other incidents: Oaks Singles track undergoing maintenance
Maintenance works are underway on Oaks Singles track from Friday 28 January 2022, due to erosion issues and major safety concerns.
The track will undergo vegetation maintenance followed by the addition of sandstone surface to stabilise some sections and rock armouring in poorly drained sections.
For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4632 4500.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jun 2022, 3.13pm to Tue 31 Jan 2023, 3.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 3.23pm
Closed parks: Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve planned closure
Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve will be closed from Wednesday 1 June 2022 to Tuesday 31 January 2023 for major upgrade works. There will be no public access to any of the reserve, including camping, cabins and caves during this period.
For further information contact Wombeyan Caves office on 02 4843 5976.
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Applies from Wed 6 Apr 2022, 4.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Apr 2022, 4.21pm
Closed areas: Allambie Flat Toilets are closed
The toilets at Allambie Flat picnic area are closed due to construction of new toilets at this site. Alternative toilets are available at Bus Stop Flat and Ironbark Flat.
Visit the Audley Precinct upgrades webpage For information about this project.
For more information please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.a
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Applies from Wed 9 Mar 2022, 4.26pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Apr 2022, 11.23am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to landslide
The George Boyd area and 12 Mile Road west of Tin Mine Road are closed until further notice due to a landslip.
The area will open once repairs are complete.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 29 Mar 2022, 9.29am. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Apr 2022, 11.38am
Other planned events: Short delays due to roadworks
Expect short delays due to roadworks on the following roads:
- West shores
- Slatybox
- Basenji
- Grasstree
- Davies
- Ash
- Bottlebrush
- Centre
- Northern Boundary
- Southdown
- Stringybark
- Washer Woman's
- Cedar
- Goonawarra
- Blackbutt
- Broken Road
- Boundary Road
- Wents
Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 14 Mar 2022, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Mar 2022, 2.00pm
Closed areas: Nicholas Pass track partly closed
Nicholas Pass track is partly closed from the base of Fairy Bower Falls to Tooth's walking track until further notice due to fallen trees.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 3 Aug 2021, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Jan 2022, 1.33pm
Other planned events: Notice of herbicide treatment program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service and WaterNSW will be conducting a herbicide treatment program between Tuesday 3 August 2021 and Wednesday 2 February 2022.
This treatment will mainly affect Lake Yarrunga foreshore areas along the Kangaroo River. The program involves the use of garlon 3A for the control of the weed ludwigia longifolia.
For further information, please email the NPWS Illawarra Highlands area office or call 02 4887 8244.
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Applies from Thu 18 Nov 2021, 10.47am. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Dec 2021, 2.26pm
Closed areas: Toorooroo campground closed due to damage
Toorooroo campground is closed due to fire and flood damage. Please check back for updates.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 21 Oct 2021, 11.15am to Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Nov 2021, 8.33am
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 Thursday 21 October 2021 to 20 September 2022 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.
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Applies from Sat 18 Sep 2021, 1.27pm. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Oct 2021, 11.03am
Closed areas: 12 Mile Road closed
The 12 Mile Road from George Boyd lookout to Main Road 92 is closed due to flood damage
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.41pm. Last reviewed: Sat 13 Feb 2021, 3.01pm
Closed areas: Nerringillah fire trail
Nerringillah fire trail is closed due to bushfire damage to the bridge. The bridge is impassable.
The section between Davies Road and Cedar road is open. Please do not enter the closed areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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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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Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Feb 2021, 9.16am
Closed areas: Berrara Creek and Heath walking tracks
Berrara Creek and Heath walking tracks are closed due to bushfire damage. Do not enter the closed areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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