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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 4.10pm

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 causing subsidence hazards, major landslides or infrastructure upgrades. 

The following areas are closed:

Katoomba and Leura

  • Please expect delays along the Federal Pass between Malatia Point and Ruined Castle on Thursday 8th June 2023 to allow for helicopter operations.  
  • Furber Steps, Round walk and Underfalls track are closed until Friday 1 September 2023 for maintenance works. The tracks will be open during this period for school holidays, Saturday 1 July to Sunday 16 July.
  • Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall risk.
  • Honeymoon Point lookout is closed due to upgrade works.
  • Lone Lyrebird track is closed between Gordon Road and the War Memorial, due to subsidence. Detour is in place.
  • Lyrebird Dell walking track is closed due to track maintenance. 
  • Leura Cascades/Fern Bower Circuit has a minor detour due to a landslide on Prince Henry Cliff walk. You must return via Leura Cascades track.  
  • Prince Henry Cliff walk is closed between Gordon Falls lookout and Olympian lookout, due to landslides. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.  
  • Leura Cascades picnic area is closed to vehicles. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information. 
  • Wollumai lookout between Cliff View lookout and Echo Point, Katoomba is closed for upgrade works.
  • Glenraphael Drive is closed due to major subsidence. Narrow Neck, Ruined Castle and Golden Stairs are accessible to pedestrians and cyclists from Narrow Neck lookout on Cliff Drive.
  • Tallawalla lookout is closed for upgrade works.
  • Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. 
  • Mt Hay Road closed to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists from Monday 22 May to Friday 9 June 2023 to allow for roadworks. This prevents access to Lockleys Pylon, Fortress Ridge, Butterbox Point and Mt Hay. Access available on weekends.  

Wentworth Falls

  • Conservation Hut is closed for renovations and is due to open late 2023. 
  • Valley of the Waters track is closed below Sylvia Falls. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Vera Falls, Hippocrene Falls or Wentworth Falls from Valley of the Waters.
  • Charles Darwin walk is closed where it traverses council-managed land due to upgrades. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
  • National Pass is closed due to landslide.
  • Wentworth Pass is closed due to landslide.
  • Ingar Road is closed where it traverses private property at the western end. You can walk in to Ingar campground via Andersons or Bedford Roads.

Blackheath, Mount Victoria and Bells Line of Road

  • No vehicle access to Pt Pilcher Lookout/ fire trail or Juggler canyon on Wednesday 7th June 2023 to allow for helicopter operations.  Walk-in access remains open for Juggler Canyon.  
  • Please expect delays along the Braeside Fire Trail on Thursday 8th June 2023 to allow for helicopter operations.  
  • Braeside Fire Trail will be closed on Thursday 8th June 2023 to allow for helicopter operations.   
  • Govetts Creek access routes including Horse track, Govetts Leap descent and Rodriguez Pass (Bridal Veil Falls) are closed due to landslides.
  • Pulpit walking track is closed from Cripps lookout to Pulpit Rock lookout. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for further information.
  • Perrys Lookdown campground is closed.
  • Horse track and Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rock falls and landslides. Entry is not permitted due to serious risk of injury or death. Entry is not permitted into the Grose Valley from Govetts Leap, Evans lookout, Grand Canyon track, or South of Acacia Flat.
  • Medlow Airstrip trail is closed to walkers and cyclists from Thursday 11 May to Friday 16 June 2023 due to fire trail maintenance works.

Woodford, Lawson, Springwood

Empire Pass is closed for track maintenance.  

Canyons and rock climbing

Climbing and canyoning areas in the Blue Mountains are open unless the access road is closed or the site is listed in this alert.

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

Applies from Tue 6 Jun 2023, 1.01pm to Thu 8 Jun 2023, 5.04pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 12.47pm

Other planned events: Walking track closures

Helicopter operations will take place from 7am to 4pm on Wednesday 7 June 2023 and Thursday 8 June 2023 in Royal National Park. The following areas will be affected:

  • The Coast track - closed between Figure 8 Pools and Otford lookout
  • Palm Jungle loop track closed
  • Lilyvale track closed
  • Figure 8 Pools - access to Figure 8 Pools will only be possible from the Garawarra Farm carpark.
  • Werrong Beach track closed

Please follow directions of NPWS staff in all affected areas.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Wed 7 Jun 2023, 9.40am to Fri 9 Jun 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 9.58am

Closed areas: Area Closed - Willow Tree Flat Carpark

The Carpark at Willow Tree Flat,  in Audley, is closed while emergency repairs are undertaken. Closure applies from Wednesday 7th June to Friday 9th June 2023.

  • All other visitor areas remain open
  • Signs will be in place around closed areas
  • You can still access Willow Tree Flat Picnic Area from adjacent carparks 

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 9542 0632

 

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Applies from Tue 30 May 2023, 12.00am to Sat 17 Jun 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 10.26am

Closed areas: Lady Carrington Drive closed for track repairs

Lady Carrington Drive will be closed on weekdays from Tuesday 30 May to Friday 17 June 2023 for track repairs. Pedestrian access from both the north and south of the track is not permitted.

There is no exit onto Lady Carrington Drive from Forest Path or Walumura track. You'll need to return along the same path to exit.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local office on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Mon 29 May 2023, 4.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 10.23am

Closed areas: Areas closed for deer control program

Some areas in Royal National Park are closed to the public between sunset and sunrise to enable a deer control operation to be carried out.

The affected areas include:

  • All picnic areas in the Audley Precinct
  • Asset protection zones adjacent to Maianbar, Bundeena and East Heathcote.
  • Wattamolla and Garie picnic areas
  • North Era campground and coastal areas between Garie Beach and Figure 8 Pools
  • Garrawarra Farm
  • Lady Carrington Drive
  • Bonnie Vale Campground and picnic area.

These closures will be signposted at the entry points to the closed areas. If you have approved bookings to camp you can still access campsites during these times.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Wed 31 May 2023, 9.54am to Thu 15 Jun 2023, 6.54pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 10.12am

Closed areas: Areas closed for helicopter operation

Some areas in this park will be closed  from 7am to 3pm on Thursday 15 June 2023 for a helicopter operation. The closed areas are:

  • Pool Flat picnic area
  • Reids Flat picnic area
  • Bus Stop Flat picnic area
  • Honeymoon track
  • Winifred Falls track between Sir Bertram Stevens Drive and Warumbul Road

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 Wed 22 Mar 2023, 2.18pm to Tue 31 Oct 2023, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 May 2023, 7.58am

Other planned events: Toilet blocks closed for upgrade works

Three toilet blocks in Georges River National Park will be closed for upgrades from mid June to October 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 Tue 28 Mar 2023, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 12.41pm

Closed areas: Lake Toolooma Fire Trail Closed due to sink hole

Lake Toolooma Fire Trail is closed to Pedestrians and Vehicles North of Tooloma Dam due to a large sink hole.

Visitors are reminded not to continue walking past Tooloma dam. 

The section of the track will reopen when it is safe to do so. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 10.16am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 12.41pm

Safety alerts: Landslip on Lady Carrington Drive

Lady Carrington Drive has been impacted by the 2022 and February 2023 flash floods. Most of the trail surface is severely eroded and slippery. A portion of the track has been impacted by a landslip. Please travel through this section without stopping.

Staff are currently conducting repairs to the trail and brief closures may be required. Please give way to machinery and follow instructions from staff on-site.

Please use this trail with caution. For more information, contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Tue 11 Apr 2023, 2.16pm to Fri 23 Jun 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 24 May 2023, 9.00am

Closed parks: Park Closed

Abercrombie River National Park is closed for trail repairs until Friday 23 June 2023. Bummaroo Ford Campground remains open. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.

Applies from Tue 1 Mar 2022, 10.58am to Sat 30 Sep 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 3.59pm

Closed parks: Bents Basin State Conservation Area closed

Bents Basin State Conservation Area is closed until further notice due to flood damage, repairs on going. 

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel to 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, please contact the NPWS Cumberland area office on 02 4572 3100.

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Applies from Fri 12 May 2023, 11.48am to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 11.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 22 May 2023, 3.08pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program in Bangadilly NP, Bargo SCA, Burragorang SCA, Guula Ngurra,NP, Joadja NR, Nattai NP and Upper Nepean SCA from Monday 22nd May 2023 to Friday 2nd June 2023

The operation will use 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 the 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 Glenbrook NPWS area office for more information on 02 4720 6200.

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Applies from Mon 5 Jun 2023, 7.00am to Fri 9 Jun 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 May 2023, 10.51am

Closed parks: Capertee Valley Reserve Pest Management Operation

Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area Gardens of Stone and Capertee National Parks are closed from 8am, Monday 5 June to 6pm, Friday 9 June 2023 for an aerial pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

Applies from Fri 5 May 2023, 2.48pm to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 2.48pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 May 2023, 2.53pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Abercrombie River National Park (NP), Blue Mountains NP, Gardens of Stone NP, Jenolan Karst Conservation Area (KCA), Kanangra-Boyd NP, Mares Forest NP, Turon NP and Wollemi NP from Monday 22nd May 2023 to Friday 2nd June 2023.

The operation will use 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 Oberon office for more information on 02 6336 6200

Applies from Mon 17 Apr 2023, 3.22pm to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 3.59pm

Closed parks: Closed for ground pest control operation

 Bents Basin SCA and Gulguer NR are closed from sunset to sunrise due to pest animal control shooting operations.

Shooting operations will occur on select nights throughout this period, excluding weekends and public holidays. During the operations the park will be closed for public access.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Cumberland Area Office on 02 4580 2750.

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Applies from Mon 5 Jun 2023, 6.00am to Fri 16 Jun 2023, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jun 2023, 11.51am

Closed parks: Parks closed for aerial pest control program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an aerial pest control program from Monday 5 June to Friday 16 June 2023. The following reserves will be closed during this period:

  • Bangadilly National Park
  • Burragorang State Conservation Area (including Burragorang lookout, which will reopen on public holidays and weekends)
  • Guula Ngurra National Park
  • Joadja Nature Reserve
  • Jellore Flora Reserve
  • Nattai National Park
  • Nattai State Conservation Area
  • Wollondilly River Nature Reserve
  • Upper Nepean State Conservation Area (including Stage 2 lands north of Tourist Road)
  • Barralier WaterNSW freehold lands

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4632 4500. Alternatively, visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Wed 7 Dec 2022, 7.00am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jun 2023, 8.15am

Other planned events: Honeymoon track closure

Honeymoon track will be closed on weekdays from Wednesday 1 March 2023 to Friday 30 June 2023 for upgrade works.

The track will be open on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays during the closure period.

Works may be extended due to wet weather. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Mon 5 Jun 2023, 6.00am to Fri 23 Jun 2023, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jun 2023, 11.51am

Closed areas: Park closed for ground pest control operation

Burragorang State Conservation Area is closed from 6am Monday 19 June, to Friday 23 June 2023 for a ground pest control operation.

Burragorang Lookout will remain open as normal during this period.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 4720-6200

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Applies from Wed 5 Apr 2023, 4.12pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 May 2023, 8.45am

Closed areas: Access to Minerva Pool closed

Miverva Pool is closed to public access on weekdays between 7:30am and 4:30pm commencing from Tuesday 7 March. The trails that lead to Minerva Pool are being upgraded as part of the NSW Fire Access and Fire Trail Plan (FAFT) and flood recovery programs. Access to Minerva Pool is permitted on weekends only during this time or outside of construction hours mentioned above on weekdays.

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

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Applies from Wed 5 Apr 2023, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 May 2023, 8.46am

Closed areas: 10B Fire Trail closed for maintenance

10B Fire Trail from Stokes Creek Weir to intersection of 10B and 10C trails will be closed on weekdays between 7:30am ad 4:30pm commencing Wednesday 5th April. The trails are being upgraded as part of the NSW Fire Access and Fire Trial Plan (FAFT) program.

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

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Applies from Mon 5 Jun 2023, 6.00am to Fri 23 Jun 2023, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jun 2023, 11.51am

Closed areas: Park closed for ground pest control operation

Upper Nepean State Conservation Area is closed from 6am Monday 19 June, to Friday 23 June 2023 for a ground pest control operation.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 4720-6200

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Applies from Mon 6 Mar 2023, 3.07pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 8.18am

Closed areas: Jingga walking track closed for maintenance

Jingga walking track is closed until further notice. The walking track is currently being repaired. As soon as the track can be safely reopened, NPWS alerts will be updated.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Illawarra office on 02 4224 4188.

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Applies from Mon 6 Feb 2023, 12.00am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jan 2023, 2.36pm

Closed areas: Mirang Campground Closed

Mirang Campground is closed for the forseeable future facilities maintenance and upgrades. Please check the website for updates on re-opening or call 9542 0648.

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Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 12.47pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Jun 2023, 12.21pm

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 9 Jan 2023, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 May 2023, 2.44pm

Closed areas: Partial Closure to Forest Walk

The Forest Walk is affected by the closure of Sublime Point walking track until further notice. There is no access between Sublime Point and Austinmer. Sublime Point 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 Fri 9 Dec 2022, 9.15am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 8.19am

Closed areas: Lower Escarpment Fire Trail partial closure

The Lower Escarpment Fire Trail is open to walkers, bicycles and light 4WD vehicles only. No access with heavy vehicles larger than cat 9 due to hazardous track conditions. As soon as the remainder of 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 Sun 17 Apr 2022, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 12.41pm

Closed areas: Werrong Beach track closed

Werrong Beach track is closed due to a landslip. Further information will be available following a geotechnical assessment.

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Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 May 2023, 1.12pm

Safety alerts: Curra Moors track in poor condition

Sections of Curra Moors walking 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 local NPWS office.

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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 May 2023, 1.11pm

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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