Last reviewed: Tue 25 November 2025, 2.56pm
Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2025, 12.01am to Wed 26 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 2.56pm.
A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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Applies from Thu 27 Nov 2025, 12.01am to Thu 27 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Nov 2025, 3.37pm A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service. |
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2025, 8.05pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Nov 2025, 9.12pm
There is a fire in this park called HURLEY HEIGHTS TRL. 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 Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Nov 2025, 4.21pm
Many roads, fire trails and walking tracks in Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to infrastructure repairs, upgrades or damage caused by wet weather including subsidence, rockfalls, landslides and fallen trees.
The following roads/tracks/sections are closed:
Katoomba and Leura
Wentworth Falls and Woodford
Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road
Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing
Some adventure recreation areas and routes may be closed where the access or exit road/track is mentioned above.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre.
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2025, 9.56am to Thu 27 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Nov 2025, 3.47pm
Walking tracks and trails closed due to Total Fire Ban. All visitor precincts remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Cumberland Area Office on 02 4580 2750.
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2025, 12.00am to Wed 26 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 5.20pm
A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service due to Extreme Fire Conditions. A Total Fire Ban is in place in the Greater Sydney and Illawarra Regions on Wednesday 26th November 2025 and applies for the entire 24-hour period Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended.
During total fire ban periods:
Royal National Park
Heathcote National Park
Georges River National Park
During Total Fire Bans all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Provided barbecues at NPWS visitor precincts can be used.
For more information please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about Total Fire Bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Tue 25 Nov 2025, 11.59pm to Thu 27 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 5.14pm
Due to the declaration of a Total Fire Ban in the Greater Sydney and Illawarra Local Government Areas, walking tracks and vehicle trails in Royal National Park are closed to public access commencing at midnight on 25 November 2025.
Affected areas include:
Major visitor precincts (Wattamolla, Bonnie Vale, Garie and Audley) are open to visitors, as are major public roads though Royal National Park. The Audley Cafe is open.
For more information please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2025, 12.01am to Wed 26 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 2.56pm
A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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Applies from Tue 25 Nov 2025, 11.59pm to Thu 27 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 2.03pm
Kembla mountain bike trails are temporarily closed due to predicted strong winds, which pose a safety risk from falling branches and trees, especially when combined with wet ground conditions.
Wind gusts are forecast to reach 90 km/h over the coming days, exceeding safety thresholds in the Trigger Action Response Plan for the trails.
Visitor safety is a priority for NPWS, and the closures are a standard safety practice.
We will continue to monitor conditions and will reopen the trails when conditions improve. Please check nswparks.info/illawarra-mtn-bike or Trailforks before visiting, and follow all park signs.
Thank you for continuing to ride responsibly on the trails.
For safety and to protect the trails, Kembla mountain bike trails may be closed at short notice in wet and windy conditions, for maintenance or park operations.
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2025, 5.00am to Tue 23 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 2.03pm
Parts of the Forest Walk within the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area will be closed for essential track upgrades from Wednesday 26 November 2025 until further notice.
Signs will be in place around closed areas
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Sat 11 Oct 2025, 8.00am to Mon 22 Dec 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Nov 2025, 3.45pm
Bents Basin SCA and Gulguer NR are closed due to pest animal control shooting operations. Shooting operations will occur on select nights throughout this period, excluding weekends and public holidays, Does not affect camping bookings. The operations will run from sunset to sunrise, where 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 17 Nov 2025, 10.26am to Sat 6 Dec 2025, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Nov 2025, 10.57am
Some parts of Blue Mountains National Park are closed from Tuesday 18 November to Saturday 6 December 2025 for fire trail repair works. The closed areas are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Wed 5 Nov 2025, 6.00am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Nov 2025, 9.45am
Round walk (west) Katoomba is closed for track upgrade works from Wednesday 5 November to Wednesday 31 December 2025.
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Applies from Mon 17 Nov 2025, 6.00am to Sun 30 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Nov 2025, 3.20pm
The lower section of the Oaks Single Track is closed on weekdays for maintenance from Monday 17 November to Friday 28 November 2025.
The lower section is from the Helipad turn off to Campfire Creek carpark.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email or call the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 11.15am to Mon 22 Dec 2025, 11.17am. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Nov 2025, 8.25am
Dunphys Campground and Green Gully Road are closed from Monday 13 October to Monday 22 December 2025 while Green Gully Road is upgraded.
There will be no access to the campground from Carlon Creek Track, Bellbird Ridge Firetrail, Ironmonger Track or Ironpot Track. Walkers will need to exit via Narrowneck Trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4787 8877.
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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.16am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 4.45pm
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:
However the following campgrounds are exempt:
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 Thu 2 Oct 2025, 9.28am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Oct 2025, 12.04pm
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:
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.
Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Oct 2025, 9.24am
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:
However, the following campgrounds are exempt in the following reserves:
Yellomundee Regional Park
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 1 Oct 2025, 9.19am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Oct 2025, 9.22am
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:
However the following campgrounds are exempt:
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.
Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.12am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Oct 2025, 9.16am
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:
However the following campgrounds are exempt:
Dharug National Park
Mount Royal National Park
Yengo National Park
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.
Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.05am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Oct 2025, 9.11am
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:
However the following campgrounds are exempt:
Capertee National Park
Goulburn River National Park
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.
Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Oct 2025, 5.23pm
Harry Graham Drive will be partially closed in both directions between Wollongong Motorcycle Club and Kembla Village until mid-late 2026 (weather permitting), to allow Wollongong City Council to carry out essential road maintenance and upgrades.
During this time, the Kembla mountain bike trails can be accessed as follows:
1. From Mount Keira: The main trail car park is open and signposted off Harry Graham Drive. This is the only access point for beginner trails during the roadworks. Visitors should expect some traffic delays.
2. From Kembla Heights: Harry Graham Drive is temporarily closed to all traffic from Kembla Heights. Access is available for blue and black trails only, and a small carpark is
available. For safety and to avoid congestion, riders are asked not to park on the roadside. Beginner trails will be temporarily inaccessible from Kembla Heights during the roadworks. For access to green runs, please use the main trail carpark via Mount Keira Road.
For more information read the City of Wollongong webpage.
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Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Oct 2025, 8.47am
This park is closed due to Phytophthora contamination, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed. https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/conservation-programs/fighting-invasive-phytophthora ;
How you can help
To prevent phytophthora infection and spreading in parks and at home, try these hygiene tips:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Cumberland area office on 02 4572 3100.
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 12.31pm. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Sep 2025, 12.39pm
Please be advised that Transport for NSW will be undertaking bridge decking maintenance and upgrades to Cawleys Bridge between 29th September 2025 and February 2026.
Cawleys bridge connects Cawleys Road between Heathcote National Park and Garawarra State Conservation Area.
Works will be intermittent during this time.
Vehicle and public access will remain largely unaffected, with select days, being restricted access. Please follow the signs and direction of staff and contractors onsite.
NPWS will post specific information as it becomes available.
Enquiries: Transport for NSW Project Information Line on 1800 684 490.
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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Sep 2025, 2.59pm
North Era campground is closed until further notice. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 11 Sep 2025, 12.03pm to Mon 22 Dec 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Nov 2025, 10.06am
Some areas in Nattai NP are closed from 12am Saturday 20 September 2025 to 12am Saturday 20 December 2025 for a ground pest control operation.
The closed areas are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Wed 18 Sep 2024, 2.22pm to Mon 9 Mar 2026, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Sep 2025, 11.04am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Tuesday 23rd September 2025 to Monday 9 March 2026. The operation will use a Felixer containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral cats, and approved meat baits, meat bait products, and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) for the control of foxes and wild dogs.
The program will be conducted in Nattai 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 local Hawkesbury-Nattai NPWS area office on (02) 4720 6200 for more information.
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Applies from Fri 5 Sep 2025, 1.38pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 7.39am
Recent heavy rain has created hazardous track conditions on the Wodi Wodi Walking Track between the Forest Walk and Stanwell Park Train Station. The track is currently experiencing erosion, fallen trees and landslips. It is not suitable for most walkers.
Please consider alternative walking tracks in the area.
Contact the local NPWS Area Office for more information.
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Applies from Fri 22 Aug 2025, 12.12pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 11.32am
The Forest Walk terminates at Sublime Point due to major upgrades on the Sublime Point Walking Track which is closed from Monday 18 August 2025 to Monday 31 August 2026.
There is no walking access to Austinmer or Austinmer Train Station.
The upgrade is supported by the NSW and Australian Government’s Infrastructure Betterment Fund to repair and rebuild public assets directly impacted by natural disasters since 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For information on alternative walks, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Tue 12 Aug 2025, 7.00am to Fri 19 Dec 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Aug 2025, 2.03pm
Thirlmere Lakes National Park will be closed to all visitors (pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders and vehicles) from Tuesday 12 August 2025 to Friday 19 December 2025 including weekends. Areas affected will include:
Alternative locations to consider:
Full closure of Thirlmere Lakes National Park is required to allow for roads and car parks upgrade project within the precinct.
To arrange authorised access into the Park or Warragamba Catchment, please contact the local park office on 02 4720 6200.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Mon 18 Aug 2025, 12.00am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 10.39am. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 7.39am
The Sublime Point Walking Track is closed for major upgrades from Monday 18 August 2025 to Monday 31 August 2026.
Alternative walking tracks include the Forest Walk, Wodi Wodi Track, Gibson Walking Track, the Woodward Loop Track and the Mount Keira Ring Track.
The upgrade is supported by the NSW and Australian Government’s Infrastructure Betterment Fund to repair and rebuild public assets directly impacted by natural disasters since 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For information on alternative walks, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Mon 7 Jul 2025, 8.38am to Fri 19 Dec 2025, 8.43am. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Nov 2025, 8.43am
Some areas in Royal National Park are closed to the public between sunset and sunrise from Monday to Thursday (excluding school holidays) from Monday 7 July 2025 to Friday 19 December 2025 to enable a deer control operation to be carried out.
The closed areas include:
These closures will be signposted at the entry points to the closed areas. If you have a campground booking you can still access campgrounds 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 Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Aug 2025, 9.52am
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-Nattai area office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 1.20pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Oct 2025, 7.28am
Remote routes within the Kanangra Wilderness Area including Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) trail have been impacted by heavy fire regrowth and flood damage.
In some places, tracks are no longer visible and are not easy to navigate, taking longer to traverse than expected. Limited to zero water sources are currently available along routes.
If you plan to walk in the area, please ensure you have an appropriate level of experience, navigation skills and equipment including Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).
Mobile reception is limited so alternative communication methods are strongly recommended.
For more information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Fri 2 May 2025, 8.59am to Fri 1 May 2026, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Oct 2025, 10.24am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Friday 2 May 2025 to Friday 1 May 2026 in the following areas:
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.
For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Mon 26 May 2025, 10.30am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Jun 2025, 1.06pm
Glenraphael Drive at Narrow Neck is closed to all vehicles until further notice. This road has been impacted by a landslide. Walkers and cyclists are permitted. Please follow directions of park signage and NPWS staff.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Apr 2025, 4.20pm
A landslip occurred on an auxillary trail (near Dingo tunnel) off Lower pipeline fire trail in April 2024. Pedestrians and Cyclists are not permitted to pass the landslip.
Authorised Vehicles are not permitted to drive the auxillary trial until further notice.
There are no walking tracks or visitors facilities in this area.
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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/lookouts/turkeys-nest-picnic-area-and-lookout/local-alerts
William Howe Regional Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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