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Applies from Mon 11 Dec 2023, 5.00pm to Tue 12 Dec 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Dec 2023, 5.03pm
Closed areas: Bobbin Head Visitor Centre Closure 12 December 2023
Bobbin Head Visitor Centre will be closed all day on Tuesday 12th December for operational reasons; we apologise for any inconvenience.
We will resume standard operations 10am – 4pm Wednesday 13th December and attend to all pending correspondence. If it is urgent please call 02 9472 8949.
For further information, contact the North Western Sydney area office on (02) 8448 0400
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Applies from Mon 13 Nov 2023, 10.27am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Dec 2023, 10.58am
Other incidents: Strickland Estate - Alcohol Prohibited
Alcohol is prohibited in the grounds of Strickland Estate. Penalties apply. NPWS office npws.sydneysouth@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 20 Nov 2023, 10.10am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 Dec 2023, 11.40am
Closed areas: Clark Island closure
Clark Island will be closed to the general public on Saturday 16 March 2024 for an event.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact our office on 02 9585 6570 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 3 Oct 2023, 10.45am to Mon 5 Feb 2024, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 Dec 2023, 11.15am
Closed areas: Clark Island closed for essential wharf maintenance
Clark Island is closed for essential wharf maintenance until 7am, Monday 5 February 2024. Please note:
- No vessels are permitted to approach, berth or moor at the Clark Island wharf during this time.
- Essential wharf repairs are being completed over this period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email or call the NPWS Sydney South Area office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Mon 27 Nov 2023, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 Dec 2023, 11.09am
Other planned events: Hornby Light renovation works
Hornby Lighthouse at South Head is currently undergoing restoration and maintenance. Completion is scheduled for September 2024. South Head heritage trail remains open. However, views and access around the Hornby Lighthouse will be temporarily impacted during these works.
For more information, visit this web page.
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Applies from Wed 29 Nov 2023, 12.33pm to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Dec 2023, 10.00am
Closed areas: Triangle Carpark, Audley closed for maintenance
Triangle Carpark, Audley in Royal National Park will be closed for maintenance from Monday 11 December until Friday 15 December, weather permitting. Alternative parking is available onsite at Ironbark Flat and Currawong Flat. The Royal National Park Visitor Centre and Weir Cafe will be open for business as usual. For more information, please call the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0632.
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Applies from Tue 24 Oct 2023, 10.56am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Dec 2023, 9.59am
Closed areas: The Coast track partial closure
Walking the full length of The Coast track from Otford to Bundeena or Bundeena to Otford is not currently possible. This is due to several track closures along its length. These closures are necessary due to erosion and to allow rockfall and ongoing track upgrade works.
Please note the following closures:
- Palm Jungle Loop track between Burning Palms and Werrong lookout is closed from Tuesday 16 January 2023 to Sunday 30 June 2024 for track upgrades.
- The Garie to Little Garie section of The Coast track is closed due to hazardous rockfalls and erosion.
- North Era campground is closed until further notice
- Garie Road, Garie Beach and the Garie precinct is closed until further notice. This is due to damage and subsidence to the road surface. Walkers approaching from the north (e.g. from Wattamolla or Bundeena) should exit the track via Curra Moors track.
Bushwalker access is available for the following sections of The Coast track:
- South bound access- Bundeena to Curra Moors track via Wattamolla and return only. No access to Garie Beach.
- North bound access - Available via North Era and return only. Access is via Garawarra Farm Ridge trail and Burgh Ridge track during track upgrades.
- Figure 8 Pools access via Garawarra Ridge trail and Burgh Ridge track via Garawarra Farm only.
For further information please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 4 Dec 2023, 11.29am to Wed 20 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Dec 2023, 2.38pm
Closed areas: Berkeley trail vegetation works
There will be vegetation works on some sections of the Berkeley trail in Berowra Valley National Park from Wednesday 6 December 2023 until 20 December 2023, weather permitting. Some sections may be closed for safety reasons. Please be cautious around moving machinery and obey any instructions form the work crew.
For updates go to the NPWS website: http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/alerts/Alerts-list or contact the North Western Sydney Area office on 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 1 Dec 2023, 7.45am to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 7.45am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Dec 2023, 9.59am
Other planned events: Toilet blocks closed for upgrade works
Three toilet blocks in Georges River National Park will be closed for upgrades from Monday 14 August to early December 2023. Temporary toilets will be available during the construction period.
Picnic areas will remain open during the works.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 9 Oct 2023, 5.00am to Fri 29 Dec 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Dec 2023, 10.50am
Closed areas: Heath and Bare Creek Trails closed for trail upgrades
Heath and Bare Creek Trails will be closed from Wednesday 11 October to Friday 29 December 2023 for trail upgrades.
The entire trail will be closed from the Cascades Trail and Bare Creek Trail intersection to the Ralston Avenue Belrose entrance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Sat 28 Oct 2023, 8.32am to Fri 22 Dec 2023, 8.32am. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Dec 2023, 10.49am
Closed areas: Cascades Trail access route for trail upgrade works
Cascades Trail is closed. It is being used as an access route for trail upgrade works being undertaken on Heath and Bare Creek Trails.
Bare Creek Trail is closed at the intersection with Cascades Trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Nov 2023, 10.18am
Closed areas: Fort Denison closed
Fort Denison is currently closed.
Conservation and upgrade works are currently underway. Key elements include the construction of a new accessible wharf and maintenance and upgrade to buildings and services. Fort Denison will be closed to visitors until these works have been completed.
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
For more information, visit the project webpage or email us. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 20 Nov 2023, 10.03am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Nov 2023, 10.04am
Closed areas: Shark Island closures
Shark Island will be closed to the general public on the following dates:
- Thursday 7 December 2023
- Tuesday 12 December 2023
- Wednesday 13 December - Friday 15 December 2023
- Thursday 28 December 2023 to Wednesday 3 January 2024 (New Year's Eve)
- Thursday 15 February to Thursday 29 February 2024 (Sail GP event).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact our office on 02 9585 6570 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 23 Oct 2023, 7.00am to Tue 30 Apr 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Nov 2023, 3.35pm
Other planned events: Aquatic weed treatments in Hacking River
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a weed spraying operation at Audley, along the Hacking River, above Audley Weir.
The program will take place from Monday 23 October 2023 to Tuesday 30 April 2024, and involve the use of the herbicide metsulfuron-methyl, which treats senegal tea (a class 1 aquatic weed), and clipper tablets (active ingredient flumioxazin) to treat yellow water poppy.
Signs will be displayed during times of herbicide application.
For more information, contact the NPWS Royal National Park area office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 11.40am
Closed areas: Closed areas due to rifle range operations
The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be closed on the following dates/times due to ANZAC Rifle Range operations:
- Every Saturday, 8am to 5pm
- Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month, 8am to 5pm
- Last shooting day of the year is Saturday 23 December 2023
- First weekend of shooting in 2024 is Saturday 6 January to Sunday 7 January 2024
- 2024 King's Championships (5 days), Wednesday 24 January to Sunday 28 January 2024
Do not enter the eastern section of the park (including Boora Point walking track) when:
- Red flags are flying above the range
- The 'rifle range in use' warning signs are displayed at the park entry (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark)
- Park entry gates are closed.
The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) is open when the rifle range is in use.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local area office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.
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Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Nov 2023, 10.53am
Safety alerts: Curra Moors track in poor condition
Sections of Curra Moors loop track are in poor condition due to erosion. Please use caution and be aware of unstable edges.
Planning for repairs is in progress. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Wed 8 Nov 2023, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Nov 2023, 8.50am
Closed areas: Duckholes trail closed for vegetation maintenance works
Duckholes trail is closed for vegetation maintenance works from Monday 13 November to Friday 24 November 2023.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 21 Jun 2023, 9.07am to Fri 29 Nov 2024, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Nov 2023, 8.47am
Closed areas: Kurnell foreshore partial closure
Transport for NSW is constructing ferry wharves at Kurnell and La Perouse. Closures will be in place until late 2024. There will be no public access to the foreshore area between Prince Charles Parade and the wharf along Monument walking track. Alternative pedestrian pathways will be in place to allow public access into Kamay Botany Bay National Park.
For more information visit the Kamay Ferry Wharves project webpage.
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Applies from Sat 17 Oct 2020, 10.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Nov 2023, 9.52am
Closed areas: North Head partial closure
Some parts of North Head in Sydney Harbour National Park are closed due to fire damage and geological instability. The closed areas include:
- Bluefish Point
- Wastewater Treatment Plant emergency access road
The following areas, and the bushland surrounding them, are also closed due to steep and unstable ground:
- Old Man's Hat
- Cannae Point
- Quarantine Head
Do not enter the closed areas.
Open areas include:
- Q Station
- North Head Sanctuary and Bella Vista Cafe (entry via North Fort)
- The track between Shelly Beach and Bluefish Drive
- Bluefish Drive to the Avenue of Honour
- Collins Flat Beach
- Fairfax track
- Burragula and Yiningma lookouts
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.
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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Oct 2023, 3.21pm
Closed areas: North Era campground closed
North Era campground is closed until further notice due to operational activities. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Fri 1 Oct 2021, 9.47am to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.01pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Nov 2023, 8.33am
Closed areas: Toilet closures in Lane Cove National Park
Some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends, public holidays and during school holidays. The closed toilets are at:
- Carters Creek (Area 9)
- Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
- Haynes Flat (Area 32)
Please note: This does not apply to bookings. Where there are bookings, toilets will be opened.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Thu 5 Oct 2023, 8.54am to Wed 31 Jan 2024, 8.55am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Nov 2023, 7.55am
Other planned events: Birrawanna track maintenance works
Track maintenance works will take place on the Birrawanna track till end of January 2024, weather dependent. Please be mindful of machinery on the trail and follow the directions of workers. Visitors may experience some delays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Oct 2023, 8.59am
Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times
The North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times are:
- AEDT From 1 October to 31 March - from 5am to 8.30pm
- AEST From 1 April to 30 September - 6am to 6pm
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Applies from Fri 9 Jun 2023, 12.10pm to Wed 31 Jan 2024, 12.10pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Dec 2023, 2.25pm
Closed areas: Gibberagong walking track partially closed
Gibberagong walking track is partially closed until further notice from Grosvenor Street fire trail to the Rainforest track. The Gibberagong boardwalk is open. There is a threat of rockfalls due to slope instability. NPWS is in the process of carrying out necessary repair works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Wed 13 Sep 2023, 3.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Sep 2023, 11.21am
Safety alerts: Werrong Beach access track damaged
The Werrong Beach access track has been severely eroded at the beach access point. There are steep and uneven surfaces.
The track is recommended only for very experienced bushwalkers with specialised skills, including navigation and emergency first aid. Tracks are likely to be very rough, steep and unmarked. Walks may be more than 20km.
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Applies from Wed 30 Aug 2023, 12.10pm to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 10.32am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Aug 2023, 12.11pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management program
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 will take place between Wednesday 30 August 2023 and Sunday 31 March 2024 in Towra Point Nature Reserve.
Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. 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 these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kurnell area office on 02 9668 2000 or the NPWS after hours call centre on 1300 056 294.
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Applies from Mon 31 Jul 2023, 11.22pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 4.24am. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Aug 2023, 2.29pm
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 Tuesday 1 August 2023 and Wednesday 31 January 2024 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 these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
For more information, contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 or Lane Cove area office on 02 8448 0400 (during business hours). For after hours enquiries, contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 056 294.
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Applies from Thu 6 Apr 2023, 8.04am to Thu 29 Feb 2024, 8.07am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Nov 2023, 8.01am
Closed areas: Berowra walking track partial closure
Berowra walking track is partially closed until further notice from Waratah Bay to Apple Tree Bay, including the Mount Ku-ring-gai access track. Berowra walking track from Berowra Station to Waratah Bay is open for use.
There is a threat of rockfalls due to slope instability caused by recent weather events. NPWS is in the process of carrying out necessary repair works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Mon 31 Jul 2023, 10.02pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 3.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Oct 2023, 7.10am
Other planned events: 1080 feral animal management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits and fresh baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 1 August 2023 and Wednesday 31 January 2024 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 local park office on 02 8448 0400 during business hours, or 1300 056 294 after hours.
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Applies from Fri 3 Feb 2023, 12.17pm to Fri 31 May 2024, 3.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Oct 2023, 10.55am
Closed areas: Shark Beach and the promenade at Nielsen Park closed
Shark Beach and the beach front at Nielsen Park are closed while the new concrete seawall, bleachers and promenade are under construction. For more information on this project, please visit the project webpage or phone the NPWS Sydney South office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Tue 24 Jan 2023, 10.00am to Fri 31 May 2024, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 Oct 2023, 12.12pm
Closed areas: Gardeners Cottage closure
Gardeners Cottage will not be available for bookings until the replacement of the concrete seawall at Shark Beach, Nielsen Park has been completed. For more information on the seawall replacement please visit the project website or call the NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Mon 31 Jul 2023, 11.55pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 3.57am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Oct 2023, 7.09am
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 1 August 2023 and 31 January 2024 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 these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
For more information, contact the local park office on:
Forestville 9451 3479 (business hours)
NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)
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Applies from Wed 31 Mar 2021, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Oct 2023, 8.57am
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.
Shelly Beach to Bluefish Road walking track (Burraga track) is open.
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Applies from Thu 15 Dec 2022, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Sat 21 Oct 2023, 3.11pm
Closed areas: North Mackerel track closed and Mackerel trail partially closed
North Mackerel track is permanently closed due to a potential risk of rockfalls and unstable cliff edges in the Great Mackerel Beach area.
The only designated land access to or from Great Mackerel Beach is via Mackerel track to the north, which intersects with Resolute track.
Due to land instability and risk to personal safety, there is no through or return access to or from the following places:
- The south end of Great Mackerel Beach via The Basin or Mackerel trail
- The west of Great Mackerel Beach via North Mackerel track, which is closed.
Please remember the risks associated with visiting natural areas, including rock falls, unstable edges, falling branches and interactions with wildlife.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 24 Mar 2023, 9.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Nov 2023, 2.06pm
Closed areas: Section of Casuarina track closed for track maintenance
Part of Casuarina track is closed from Thursday 23 March 2023 until further notice due to maintenance on the footbridge.
The closed area is the section of Casuarina track between the end of Boree Road and the Carrol Creek track intersection.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Oct 2023, 10.47am
Closed areas: Kurnell Visitor Centre closed for upgrades
Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed until further notice. The site is being prepared for a new visitor centre as part of the Kamay 2020 Project.
Learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Project or email the local area office.
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Applies from Thu 9 Jul 2020, 2.52pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 8.25am
Closed areas: Sugarloaf car park closed
Sugarloaf car park is no longer open to the public. We apologise for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood Area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Dec 2023, 1.01pm
Closed areas: Garie Road closed due to damage
Garie Road is closed until further notice due to damage to the road surface.
This road may remain closed for some time to allow for extensive repairs. A reopening date is not currently known.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check Live Traffic NSW for updates before driving to Garie Beach.
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Applies from Wed 10 Feb 2016, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Nov 2023, 12.23pm
Closed areas: Flat Rock track partial closure
The section of Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance to the Downpatrick Street entrance, is permanently closed where the old track passes through private property near Killarney Point.
Please note:
- 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 Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.
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Applies from Tue 29 Oct 2019, 2.58pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 8.25am
Safety alerts: Swimming safety in Berowra Valley National Park
Swimming is not advisable in Berowra Creek at certain times as the water may be subject to variable pollution levels and algal blooms. Please refer to the Hornsby Shire Council website before swimming in Berowra Creek. Alternatively you can call the Hornsby Council 24 hour information line on 9847 6666 or the Algal information line on 1800 999 457.
Swimming at Fishponds is not advised at any time due to heavy water pollution.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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