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Applies from Sat 17 Apr 2021, 9.01am. Last reviewed: Sun 18 Apr 2021, 5.21pm
Hazard reduction burns: Budderoo HR
There is a fire in this park called Budderoo HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 12 Apr 2021, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Sun 18 Apr 2021, 12.03pm
Hazard reduction burns: Hills FT / West rim HR
There is a fire in this park called Hills FT / West rim HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 16 Apr 2021, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 18 Apr 2021, 11.21am
Hazard reduction burns: Binnaburra HR
There is a fire in this park called Binnaburra HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 16 Apr 2021, 10.50am to Mon 19 Apr 2021, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Apr 2021, 4.51pm
Closed parks: Wogamia Nature Reserve closed for hazard reduction burning
This park is closed for hazard reduction burning from Friday 16 April to Monday 19 April 2021. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
This burn is called Binnaburra HR. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4428 6300 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Wed 25 Dec 2019, 8.07pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Apr 2021, 3.30pm
Closed areas: Blue Mountains National Park - closed areas
All campgrounds and campsites listed on our website require a booking to be made before you visit. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.
The following areas of Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to bushfire or storm damage, road or track works:
Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls
- Part of National Pass from Valley of Waters to Slacks Stairs, due to ongoing rockfall risk.
- Golden Stairs, due to rockfall (track repair works in progress).
- Part of Amphitheatre track from the base of Bridal Veil falls to Fern Bower, due to ongoing rockfall risk.
- Part of Prince Henry Cliff walk between Leura Cascades and Tarpeian Rock track junction is closed Tuesdays to Fridays only, until Friday 28 May 2021, due to track maintenance. There is no pedestrian access between Katoomba and Leura within the national park. Walkers accessing Leura Cascades from the east must return by the same route.
- Part of Prince Henry Cliff Walk between Merriwa Street exit and Tallawalla lookout is closed due to a major landslide and track maintenance. Walkers can exit/enter via Silver Mist picnic area. (Note: Walkers can still access Fern Bower via Solitary Restaurant).
- Prince Henry Cliff walk between Leura Cascades round walk and Leura Cascades picnic area, and between Gordon Falls lookout and Olympian lookout, due to landslides. Detours in place. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- Bridal Veil View (east) track is closed for track maintenance.
- Part of Charles Darwin walk north of Weeping Rock circuit. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- Murphys Glen campground and picnic area is closed to vehicles due to wet weather. Walkers and cyclists permitted.
- Ingar Road is closed where it traverses private property at the end of Queen Elizabeth Drive. Ingar campground is therefore closed to vehicles. Walkers and cyclists permitted where they do not traverse private property.
- Andersons and Bedford Creek trails are impassable to vehicles (where authorised) due to flood/tree damage. Cyclists and walkers can traverse around.
Blackheath, Medlow Bath, Mount Victoria and Bells Line
- Govetts Leap descent and Rodriguez Pass walking track, due to fire damage to infrastructure.
- Perrys Lookdown campground, due to dangerous trees.
- Walls Cave, Popes Glen and Pulpit Rock, due to fire and flood damage.
- Pierces Pass Road is closed due to flood damage. Walkers and cyclists permitted.
- Green Gully, Dunphys campground and access closed due to road damage from flooding. Walkers permitted.
- Acacia Flat Camping area is closed due to flood and storm damage.
Canyons and Rock climbing areas
- Pulpit Rock climbing area and all other areas that require access along closed walking tracks or roads.
- Wollangambe 1 Canyon closed due to a dangerous whirlpool. (All canyons except Wollangambe 1 are open. Visitors should exercise caution as recent flooding may have left debris or moved rocks).
If you arrive at your local national park or other public space and it is too crowded to practice social distancing, it's your responsibility to leave the area.
To check which areas are closed, click the 'Show list' button on the Blue Mountains National Park page alert.
For further information call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Fri 16 Apr 2021, 10.12am to Fri 23 Apr 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Apr 2021, 2.49pm
Closed areas: Temporary closure of Mountain Avenue fire trail and Hillcrest fire trail
Mountain Avenue fire trail and Hillcrest fire trail are closed from Monday 19 April until Friday 23 April 2021, inclusive, due to fire trail maintenance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Thu 1 Apr 2021, 2.41pm to Tue 18 May 2021, 2.44pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Apr 2021, 5.23pm
Closed areas: Entry to Burralow Creek campground via Tabaraga Ridge fire trail closed
Burralow Creek campground is open, however Tabaraga Ridge fire trail the 'Burralow Rd/Kurrajong Heights' access trails are closed 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.
Campers must book in advance under COVID-19 health requirements.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Thu 15 Apr 2021, 11.46am to Fri 23 Apr 2021, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Apr 2021, 2.32pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for hazard reduction burn
Some parts of Budderoo National Park are closed for hazard reduction burning from 4pm Friday 16 April to 4pm Friday 23 April 2021. The closed areas are:
- Budderoo track
- All areas form Budderoo track to Barren Grounds Nature Reserve
- Hersey Fire Trail
- All access to Gerringong Creek and Gerringong Falls
This burn is called Budderoo Plateau East. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Thu 15 Apr 2021, 11.45am to Fri 23 Apr 2021, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Apr 2021, 11.44am
Closed parks: Park closed for hazard reduction burn
Barren Grounds National Park is closed for hazard reduction burning from 4pm Friday 16 April to 4pm Friday 23 April 2021. This burn is called Budderoo Plateau East.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Tue 13 Apr 2021, 11.30am to Fri 30 Apr 2021, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Apr 2021, 4.05pm
Closed areas: Area closed for track upgrade
Some parts of this park are closed from Tuesday 13 April to Friday 30 April while tracks are being upgraded. The closed areas are:
- End of Wallaby Hill Road
- Yarrawa track & Hindmarsh Pass trail with all areas in between
- Keenans Pass
- Mc Andrews Gap
- Parishs Pass
- Les Lambert Lookout
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Apr 2021, 12.59pm
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 area office on 02 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 26 Mar 2021, 4.01pm to Fri 30 Apr 2021, 4.02pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Apr 2021, 12.45pm
Other planned events: Maintenance to Faulconbridge fire trail postponed
Maintenance work on Faulconbridge Ridge fire trail has been postponed due to recent wet weather.
The trail is open to walkers and cyclists, however visitors are advised to please take care due to possible rough or uneven trail surfaces.
The trail will be closed at a later date to complete works.
For more information contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Thu 27 Aug 2020, 4.20pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Apr 2021, 9.04am
Closed parks: Guula Ngurra National Park closed
Guula Ngurra National Park is closed. NSW National Parks plans to open the park within the next 3 months, after building works and campground facilities are completed. This closure will be reviewed on Monday 31 May 2021.
Only the Mount Penang section of Guula Ngurra is open, including Mount Penang loop walk, which was formerly part of Bangadilly National Park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Sun 28 Mar 2021, 8.17am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Apr 2021, 11.03am
Safety alerts: Mount Solitary/Ruined Castle walking tracks affected by flood
Mount Solitary and Ruined Castle walking tracks are flood affected. Caution is advised when entering these areas. Hazards that may be present include fallen trees, washed-out drainage and creek lines, landslides, unstable surfaces and changes to track condition.
A high level of preparedness is required. Please exercise caution in remote areas.
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Applies from Thu 3 Dec 2020, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Apr 2021, 3.09pm
Closed areas: Walking tracks closed
Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is open to visitors who would like to pre-book and stay in our campground or accommodation. Guided cave tours will recommence on Friday 2 April 2021.
We're completing critical maintenance of some cave facilities and walking tracks to ensure they are safe for visitation. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Tue 23 Mar 2021, 11.02am to Fri 23 Apr 2021, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 1 Apr 2021, 8.56am
Closed areas: Clover Hill Road/trail closed
Clover Hill Road/trail is closed due to the severe weather event that included heavy rain, damaging winds and consequential rockslide. The road/trail is expected to reopen on Friday 23 April 2021.
NPWS will be conducting condition assessments following this weather event to determine the extent of the damage and to rectify safety issues.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact 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 26 Mar 2021, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Mar 2021, 4.12pm
Safety alerts: Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) track is flood and landslide affected
The Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) track is fire, flood and landslide affected. The trail is overgrown with significant understorey brush and grass growth. Vegetation covered loose rocks and burnt out stump holes may result in slips, trips and falls. Advanced navigation skills are required to undertake this trail. The trail could be impassable at river crossings or due to landslide. Due to recent high level flooding on the Cox River, large log jams and fallen timber will be encountered. The catchment is currently water saturated, any additional rainfall may result in flash flooding of Creeks and Rivers.
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Applies from Wed 27 Jan 2021, 10.48am to Fri 30 Apr 2021, 10.49am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Apr 2021, 8.43am
Closed areas: Linden Ridge fire trail - Linden (north) closed
Linden Ridge fire trail will be closed until Friday 30 April 2021 while NPWS completes essential work to improve its fire trail network to provide safer access for firefighters.
Please note that it will be open over the long weekend, from Friday 2 April until Monday 5 April, inclusive.
Please note:
- The dates of the temporary closure are subject to change. Check this alert regularly.
- This area is closed to all activities during the specified dates.
- Do not enter closed areas, as it is unsafe. Please adhere to all signage, barriers, and directions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4588 2400.
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Applies from Mon 22 Feb 2021, 10.39am to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 10.40am. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Mar 2021, 4.53pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management 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. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Monday 22 February to Wednesday 30 June 2021.
The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:
- Jervis Bay National Park
- Woollamia Nature Reserve
- Conjola National Park
- Narrawallee Creek Nature Reserve
- Meroo National Park
- Murramarang National Park
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.
For further information call the NPWS Nowra office on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Wed 15 Jul 2020, 12.38pm. Last reviewed: Fri 19 Mar 2021, 1.44pm
Closed areas: Bungonia Caves closed
All caves in Bungonia National Park and Bungonia State Conservation Area are closed due to COVID-19 restrictions. Speleological groups and other registered organisations operating under a COVID Safety Plan may apply for conditional entry via email.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre on 02 4887 7270.
Please note:
- These unique environments are mostly enclosed places with minimal airflow and high levels of humidity. They contain multiple surfaces where dust and other airborne matter can easily settle. By their nature, they also make the important task of cleaning and sanitising related infrastructure (such as handrails) much more difficult.
- The close physical interactions that are required for recreational caving (in 'wild caves') means that the application of the standard precautions recommended to manage the risk of COVID-19 transmission cannot be applied.
- For these reasons, NPWS developed a strategy for the reopening of caves which was based on an assessment of risk.
- Options for allowing access to wild caves by speleological groups operating under a COVID Safety Plan are also being assessed.
- Approval for access to caves for critical maintenance and/or research purposes is considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Applies from Mon 20 Jan 2020, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Mar 2021, 1.15pm
Closed areas: Most of Morton National Park closed
Most of Morton National Park remains closed due to bushfire damage and to protect the safety of our visitors.
However, the following areas are now open:
- North of the Shoalhaven River, including Kangaroo Valley, the following walks and lookouts are accessible:
- Bonnie View and Beauchamps lookouts
- Erith coalmine loop walk
- Lovers walking track
- Mount Carnorvon walking track
- Echo Point Lookout
- Grand Canyon Lookout
- Tooths Lookout
- Fairy Bower Falls track and loop walk to top of falls
- East and West Rim tracks
- Manning lookout
- Kangaroo River walking track
- Three views walking track
- South of the Shoalhaven River to Braidwood Road, including the Ettrema Wilderness area. The following walks, trails and lookouts are accessible:
- Ettrema Wilderness walks starting from Tolwong Road
- Ettrema Wilderness walks starting from Sassafras
- Ettrema Wilderness walks starting from Yalwal
- Old Burrier fire trail
- South of Braidwood Road, including the Budawang Wilderness Area. The following walking routes and lookouts are accessible:
- Pigeon House Mountain, Didthul.
- Mount Bushwalker (temporary opening, please re-check this alert before setting out for the park).
- Rusden Head
- Florence Head
- Pointer Gap lookout. Toilet is non-operational.
- Porters Creek Dam
- The Castle. Toilet is non-operational at Cooyoyo campground. Please bury waste per Budawangs walking and camping strategy.
- Wog Wog
- Scenic Rim. Toilet is non-operational at Burrumbeet Brook campground. Please bury waste per Budawangs walking and camping strategy
- Monolith Valley
- Mount Tarn
- Styles Creek
- Redground
- Folly Point
An overnight walk in Morton National Park wilderness areas requires a trip intention form at this time, as per our COVID-19 update.
Most of Morton National Park has been bushfire-affected. Caution should be taken as risks may still be present.
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 Mon 15 Mar 2021, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Mar 2021, 7.54am
Closed areas: Jerrawangala Roads and Trails
Jerrawangala National Park was heavily impacted by fire in 2020. Ongoing make safe works are taking place to ensure the safety of visitors. All roads and trails except Deans Gap Road and Jerrawangala Lookout Road are currently closed. Penalties apply for non compliance.
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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Apr 2021, 9.28am
Closed areas: Campground closures and changed conditions
The following campgrounds are closed:
- Pauls Point
- Sundeck
- Sawyers
- Tigersnake
- Beehive upper and lower
- Burrawang
- Hideaway
Due to recent heavy rains campgrounds between Caringal and Wirritin on the Shoalhaven River, this section may be affected by flood debris and steep sand walls to access the sites. Please use caution and move onto another campground if there are issues.
There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.
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Applies from Fri 19 Feb 2021, 5.05pm. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Mar 2021, 9.11am
Closed areas: Mount Bushwalker Road and walking track closed
Mount Bushwalker Road and walking track in Morton National Park are closed from Friday 19 February to Wednesday 30 June 2021. The closure is due to upgrade works on the road, carpark and track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 2 Apr 2020, 2.54pm to Tue 1 Jun 2021, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Mar 2021, 2.06pm
Closed areas: Cave Creek picnic area and walking track closed
Cave Creek picnic area and walking track are closed until June 2021, while maintenance works are completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call 02 4588 2400.
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Applies from Tue 10 Nov 2020, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Mar 2021, 2.02pm
Closed areas: Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe closed
Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe is closed. Light refreshments are available for purchase from the Visitor Centre. The precinct, including all walks are open to visitors. No portable barbecues are permitted.
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Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 12.27pm to Thu 14 Oct 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 19 Mar 2021, 2.01pm
Other planned events: 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 estate within the Fitzroy Falls area.
Burial of used baits and products will occur from Wednesday 14 October 2020 to Wednesday 14 April 2021. All bait material in the pit will be buried under at least 500mm of soil, clear of waterways so as not to cause pollution of waterways, in accordance with 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. Restrain working and assistance dogs to ensure they don’t enter the baiting areas. If you need your dogs to work in the baiting area outside of national park estate, we suggest muzzling them.
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 Fri 7 Feb 2020, 12.03pm to Thu 14 Oct 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 19 Mar 2021, 2.00pm
Other planned events: 1080 fox ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting an ongoing 1080 ground baiting operation from Wednesday 14 October 2020 to Wednesday 14 April 2021 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 will be 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. If you need your dogs to work in the baiting area outside of national park estate, we suggest muzzling them.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Melinda Norton at the NPWS office at Fitzroy Falls on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.
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Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Fri 19 Mar 2021, 2.01pm
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 and penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.14pm to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 3.16pm. Last reviewed: Sat 13 Feb 2021, 3.01pm
Closed areas: George Boyd Rainforest and lookout walks
George Boyd Rainforest and lookout walks are closed due to bushfire damage.
You can still visit George Boyd lookout and picnic areas by car. 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, 3.41pm. 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, 4.24pm to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 4.25pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Feb 2021, 9.17am
Closed areas: 12 Mile Road closed west of George Boyd lookout
12 Mile Road is closed west of George Boyd lookout. 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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Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 11.15am to Thu 21 Oct 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Jan 2021, 12.43pm
Other planned events: 1080 fox and wild dog control ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be conducted between Wednesday 14 October 2020 and Wednesday 14 April 2021 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. Penalties apply for non-compliance. 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 Highlands office on 024887 8244.
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Applies from Thu 14 May 2020, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Jan 2021, 11.25am
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 Mon 14 Dec 2020, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Jan 2021, 11.36am
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 15 Jul 2020, 7.51am to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 7.52am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Jan 2021, 11.46am
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog and fox control program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a strategic ground and aerial baiting program for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The operations will involve the use of meat, manufactured products and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE’s) containing Poison 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate). The program will be continuous and ongoing from Thursday 31 December 2020 to Wednesday 30 June 2021 in the following parks, reserves and state conservation areas:
- Abercrombie National Park and State Conservation Area
- Gardens of Stone National Park
- Wollemi National Park
- Blue Mountains National Park
- Turon National Park
- Marrangaroo National Park
- Mares Forest National Park
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park
- Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve
These programs have been designed to meet NPWS priority conservation and state focused biosecurity issues. All baiting locations will be signposted.
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, call the NPWS Kanangra area on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 4 Dec 2020, 2.57pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Jan 2021, 9.59am
Closed areas: Campground closures and changed conditions
The following campsites are closed:
- Pauls Point
- Sundeck
- Sawyers
- Tigersnake
- Beehive upper and lower
- Burrawang
- Hideaway
Due to recent heavy rains campgrounds between Caringal and Wirritin may be be affected by flood debris and steep sand walls to access the sites. Please use caution and move onto another campground if there are issues.
There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.
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Applies from Fri 25 Sep 2020, 8.51am to Fri 30 Apr 2021, 12.14pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Dec 2020, 6.44pm
Closed areas: Little Forest walking track
Little Forest walking track is 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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Applies from Thu 16 Jul 2020, 12.23pm. Last reviewed: Sun 8 Nov 2020, 6.28pm
Closed areas: Cafe closed
The cafe at Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre is currently closed until mid 2021. We apologise for any inconvenience.
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Applies from Thu 2 Jul 2020, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Nov 2020, 10.39am
Other incidents: Minnamurra Rainforest
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 Wed 16 Sep 2020, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Nov 2020, 10.40am
Closed parks: Berkeley Nature Reserve closed
Berkeley Nature Reserve is closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Fri 17 Jan 2020, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Oct 2020, 2.19pm
Closed areas: Bull Hole lookout – no beach access
Beach access from Bull Hole lookout is closed due to a dangerous drop off from the path to the beach. This closure will remain in place until maintenance works are completed. Any extension will be posted as soon as possible. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Nowra area office on 02 4428 6300 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 14 Aug 2020, 12.09pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Aug 2020, 1.24pm
Safety alerts: Diversion on Mount Keira Ring track
The staircase on the western side of Mount Keira Road at the junction of Mount Keira Road and Queen Elizabeth Drive has been closed off for repairs. Please follow the relevant signage for a slight detour to the ring track at the crossing of Queen Elizabeth Drive.
If completing the loop in a clockwise direction: head north uphill of the closed staircase for roughly 50m until you come to an opening by the road. Take care crossing the road at this point and re-join the track at the usual entry point to the eastern side of the loop.
If completing the loop in an anticlockwise direction: when you get to Queen Elizabeth Drive crossing head north for roughly 50m from the point of entry to the western side of the loop. Re-join the track at this point.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 3 Jun 2020, 5.34pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jul 2020, 2.43pm
Other planned events: Six Foot Track - camping registration
If you're planning to stay at a campground managed by Crown Lands (e.g. on Six Foot Track) from 1 June 2020, you now need to fill out the Crown reserves camping registration form.
To register fill in the online form and submit.
This link can be emailed or sent by text message. The form can be submitted on a smartphone or computer.
This is requiered to comply with the Public Health Order and COVID-19 Safety Plans.
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Applies from Tue 18 Jun 2019, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2020, 8.15am
Closed areas: Access to Macquarie Rivulet via top of Macquarie Pass not permitted
Access to Macquarie Rivulet from Mount Murray, at the top of Macquarie Pass is not permitted. If you access the rivulet from the top of the escarpment, you will be trespassing on private property and this action may result in police involvement.
The recommended access points for Macquarie Rivulet are via Clover Hill Road and from the Cascades/Rivulet carparks. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188.
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