Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Fri 2 October 2026, 7.25am
Applies from Fri 2 Oct 2026, 7.22am
to Wed 31 Mar 2027, 7.23am.
Last reviewed: Fri 2 Oct 2026, 7.25am.
Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect 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.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Thu 6 Aug 2026, 11.59pm to Fri 20 Nov 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Oct 2026, 2.30pm
Other planned events: Notice of HOGGONE Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from 10 August 2026 to 20 November 2026. The operation will use HOGGONE (sodium nitrate) poison for the control of feral pigs.
The program will take place in Goobang National Park.
The program is designed to minimise impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.
Domestic pets and livestock are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Studies have shown low non–target uptake. Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. Livestock must be excluded from the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
This product contains peanuts and peanut oils and poses an allergy risk to those people with certain food allergies or sensitivity to peanuts.
Please contact the Dubbo NPWS Area office for more information on 02 6841 7100 or via email npws.centralwest@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Fri 2 Oct 2026, 7.22am to Wed 31 Mar 2027, 7.23am. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Oct 2026, 7.25am
Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect 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 14 Oct 2026, 3.34pm to Sat 17 Oct 2026, 3.37pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2026, 7.02am
Other planned events: Planned Event Nangar National Park Wednesday 14 October to Friday 16 October
From Wednesday 14 October until Friday 16 October there will be an event involving 80 participants undertaking bushwalks and camping within Nangar National Park. The park will remain open for the duration of the event.
Terarra Creek camping and picnic area has been booked out to event participants, no further bookings will be available to visitors.
Walking tracks throughout the park will be busier than usual.
Please take care when entering the park and ensure you drive safely and are aware of the event participants.
For further information contact NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Mon 14 Sep 2026, 8.00am to Mon 30 Nov 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Sep 2026, 9.01am
Closed areas: Spring Creek Fire Trail closed for trail maintenance
Spring Creek Fire Trail and the Hervey section of Goobang National Park is closed for trail maintenance from Monday 14 September 2026 until Monday 30 November 2026.
Heavy plant will be operating within this section of Goobang NP.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the Dubbo Area Office on 02 6841 7109 or npws.centralwest@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Mon 24 Aug 2026, 1.46pm to Sun 28 Feb 2027, 1.53pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Aug 2026, 1.55pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors from Tuesday 1 September 2026 to Sunday 28 February 2027. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will take place in Goobang 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 Dubbo NPWS Area office for more information on 02 6841 7100 or via email npws.centralwest@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.
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