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Applies from Wed 8 Jul 2026, 6.54pm to Fri 24 Jul 2026, 6.55pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jul 2026, 7.36pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for Great North Walk track upgrade
Some parts of this Park are closed on Monday13 July 2026, while the Great North Walk at Ourimbah Creek crossing is being upgraded; and helicopter operations being undertaken in the area.
The closed areas are:
- Great North Walk, Cedar Brush Walk, between Ourimbah Creek Road and Forest Road.
- Archers Campsite
-Tooheys Road
- Red Hill Quarry
- Bill Jacks Point Road
Walking track upgrades will continue until Friday 24 July with diversions in place. Please follow Soil Conservation Service contractor instructions and safety signage on-site.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please contact the local NPWS office on 49729000
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Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.49pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 8.50pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jul 2026, 2.33pm
Closed areas: Berowra walking track partial closure
Berowra walking track is partially closed from Apple Tree Bay to the Mount Kuring-gai access track until further notice. There continues to be a threat of rockfalls and foreshore slumps due to slope instability caused by previous weather events. NPWS is updating detailed assessments to undertake essential repair works.
Berowra walking track from Berowra Station to Mount Kuring-gai remains open.
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 Tue 8 Apr 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jul 2026, 11.50am
Closed areas: Partial closure Piles Creek Loop Walking Track
Part of Piles Creek Loop Walking Track will be closed while rockfall investigations and mitigation works are undertaken.
The closed area is between the suspension bridge and Bundilla Lookout on the western side of Piles Creek.
Areas that will remain open are:
- Piles Creek Loop Walking Track on the eastern side of Piles Creek
- Access to the Great North Walk from Girrakool Picnic Area
- Bundilla Lookout
Barriers and signage are in place around the closed area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Fri 3 Jul 2026, 8.58am to Mon 2 Nov 2026, 8.59am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Jul 2026, 9.08am
Other planned events: Conservation works on Devines Hill
Conservation works are underway on the Devines Hill section of the Old Great North Road, near Hangman's Rock. The Devines Hill section is from Settlers Road to Shepherds Gully Road.
The trail may be uneven and narrow during this time. Walk carefully and follow the directions of signs and NPWS staff and contractors.
For more information, contact the Wollemi - Yengo Area Office - (02) 6574 5555.
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Applies from Wed 22 Apr 2026, 3.31pm to Fri 31 Jul 2026, 3.33pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Jul 2026, 8.41am
Closed areas: Somersby NPWS Office Temporarily Closed
The National Parks office at Somersby will be closed to the public from 22nd April for approximately 12 weeks while construction works are underway. Customer enquiries can still be made by phone or by visiting our Lake Munmorah office at 1 Blue Wren Dr, Wybung NSW 2259.
For further information please contact Central Coast Area Office on 4320 4200 and 4972 9000.
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Applies from Fri 3 Jul 2026, 6.00am to Tue 20 Jul 2027, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Jun 2026, 1.47pm
Closed areas: Wamberal Lagoon Nature Reserve intermittent closures for fox and rabbit control shooting operation
Parts of Wamberal Lagoon Nature Reserve will be closed within a date range of 6:30am Monday 20th July 2026 to 11:00pm Tuesday 20th July 2027 for fox and rabbit control shoot operations preventing localised economic impacts and protecting biodiversity assets within the park.
When active the shoot operation area will be delignated by signage advising visitors “do not enter” at any time during the night-time operation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, call the local park office on 024972 9000 or email npws.centralcoast@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Mon 25 Aug 2025, 10.33am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Jun 2026, 11.30am
Closed areas: Upper Gledhill Falls access unsafe
There is no safe location to park a vehicle on the side of McCarrs Creek Road to reach Upper Gledhills Falls. For your own safety, climbing and abseiling are prohibited here. Please visit Duckholes picnic area instead.
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Applies from Tue 16 Jun 2026, 1.35pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Jun 2026, 1.58pm
Safety alerts: Wombat Mange Treatment Big Yango Visitor Precinct
A wombat mange treatment program is currently underway in the Big Yango Visitor Precinct, Yengo National Park. Mange affected animals may be seen during daylight. For your safety, do not approach any affected animals.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Tue 9 Jun 2026, 3.38pm to Fri 1 Jan 2027, 3.40pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2026, 3.52pm
Safety alerts: America Bay walking track - condition alert
The America Bay walking track is currently in poor condition. Visitors should expect uneven surfaces and slip, trip and fall hazards along sections of the track.
If walking the track, exercise caution, wear suitable footwear and take extra care on steep, uneven or slippery sections.
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is undertaking an assessment of the track and considering future maintenance and improvement works.
NPWS appreciates the cooperation of park visitors and encourages all visitors to assess track conditions and their own capabilities before commencing any walk.
For more information contact the NPWS Forestville office 9451 3479.
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Applies from Fri 12 Dec 2025, 12.35pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 12.27pm
Safety alerts: Howes Trail road condition – experienced 4WD only
Howes trail from Putty Road to Yango Track is rough and severely eroded. Experienced 4WD only. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555 or NSW Crown Lands 1300 886 235
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Applies from Mon 25 May 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 8.58am
Closed areas: Unauthorised Muppet Track closed
NPWS has closed the unauthorised Muppet Track in Terrey Hills, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, to protect an Asset of Intergenerational Significance (AIS) site.
This area contains endangered Grevillea caleyi plants and Duffys Forest Endangered Ecological Community. The track was illegally constructed by recreational users through sensitive bushland.
A small section of the track will remain open to enable access between Terrey Hills and St Ives until a formal alternative can be established.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 16 Feb 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 5 Jul 2026, 9.29am
Other planned events: Notice of fire trail maintenance works - Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service are undertaking fire trail maintenance works on the Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail.
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Maintenance will repair damaged surfaces, drainage assets and essential trail infrastructure, as well as maintain vegetation clearances.
The trail will remain open throughout the works, though short delays may occur. Please follow all safety signage and directions from roadwork personnel.
For more information, contact the Central Coast Area Office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Sat 31 Jan 2026, 10.52pm to Sat 1 Aug 2026, 2.53am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 11.06am
Other planned events: 1080 pest management operation
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 February and 31 July 2026 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
All baiting locations are identifiable by signs. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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 or Lane Cove 8448 0400 (business hours)
- NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)
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Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2025, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Jun 2026, 9.08am
Safety alerts: Road Maintenance
Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.
Take care and drive to conditions.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 49729000
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Applies from Mon 15 Sep 2025, 4.30pm to Wed 2 Sep 2026, 2.25pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Jun 2026, 5.16pm
Closed parks: Muogamarra Nature Reserve closed
Muogamarra Nature Reserve is only open to the public for 6 weeks every year, around spring time.
Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access is restricted at other times to approved educational and research activities only.
For more information about the reserve, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.03am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Jun 2026, 9.55am
Closed parks: Spectacle Island Nature Reserve closed
Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access to Spectacle Island Nature Reserve is restricted to approved research and cultural activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.15am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Jun 2026, 9.54am
Closed parks: Wisemans Ferry Historic Site closed
Due to the sensitive nature of this site, access to Wisemans Ferry Historic Site is restricted to approved research and cultural activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.14am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Jun 2026, 9.55am
Closed parks: Maroota Historic site closed
Due to the sensitive nature of this site, access to Maroota Historic Site is restricted to approved research and cultural activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.09am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Jun 2026, 9.55am
Closed parks: Long Island Nature Reserve closed
Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access to Long Island Nature Reserve is restricted to approved research and cultural activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.10am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Jun 2026, 9.55am
Closed parks: Lion Island Nature Reserve closed
Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access to Lion Island Nature Reserve is restricted to approved research activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.07pm to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Jun 2026, 9.10am
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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Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 May 2026, 4.00pm
Closed areas: Muirs Lookout Picnic Area - Closed
Muirs Lookout Picnic Area on Prickly Ridge Road has been closed due to ageing infrastructure, obstructed lookout views to the coast and very low public visitation. Alternative picnic facilities are located nearby in Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park. Further information on other places to visit can be obtained via the NPWS or Forestry Corporation websites.
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Applies from Tue 21 May 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2026, 10.08am
Closed areas: Warrah Trig Road closed to vehicles
Warrah Trig Road is closed to vehicles due to an increase in illegal activities throughout the area.
The road will remain closed until investigations are completed and further recommendations are made.
The road is open to pedestrians and cyclists.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 May 2026, 4.00pm
Safety alerts: Prickly Ridge Road 4WD only
The section of Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.
To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.
For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.
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