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Wedding Cake Rock

Royal National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Sun 19 April 2026, 9.56pm

Applies from Wed 22 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Sun 31 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Apr 2026, 9.56pm.

Other planned events: 1080 pest management

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting an aerial baiting program using dried meat baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program will occur from Wednesday 29 April to Sunday 3 May 2026 in Royal National Park.

All baiting locations are identifiable by signs. Please don’t touch baits.

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 this reserve is aimed at improving the eco-health of the reserve by reducing predation of ground dwelling mammals and small birds, and specifically targeting fox control along the Hacking River to assist the successful re-introduction of platypus into Royal National Park.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Audley office on 02 9542 0632 (business hours) or the NPWS after hours call centre on 1300 056 294.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Wed 22 Apr 2026, 2.05pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Apr 2026, 2.43pm

Closed areas: Areas closed for hazard reduction burning

Some parts of this park are closed for hazard reduction burning from Saturday 25 April to Tuesday 28 April 2026. The closed area/s are:

  • Henry Head walking track (north east of Henry Head Lane)
  • Jennifer Street Boardwalk
  • Cape Banks Road Carpark

Traffic Control will be in place on Henry Head Lane. Expect delays.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called NPWS HR Firebreak Trail. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.

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Applies from Wed 22 Apr 2026, 6.00am to Mon 27 Apr 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Apr 2026, 10.01am

Closed areas: Areas closed for Goarra LMZ hazard reduction burn

Some parts of this park are closed for hazard reduction burning from Wednesday 22 April to Monday 27 April 2026. The closed areas are:

  • All tracks north and east of East Heathcote and east of Engadine train station
  • Engadine Lakes trail
  • The Lakes track and Engadine track
  • Goarra Ridge trail
  • Loftus Trig track
  • Parklands trail
  • Bottle Forest track

Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Goarra LMZ hazard reduction. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 9542 0632 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.

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Applies from Wed 22 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Sun 31 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Apr 2026, 9.56pm

Other planned events: 1080 pest management

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting an aerial baiting program using dried meat baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program will occur from Wednesday 29 April to Sunday 3 May 2026 in Royal National Park.

All baiting locations are identifiable by signs. Please don’t touch baits.

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 this reserve is aimed at improving the eco-health of the reserve by reducing predation of ground dwelling mammals and small birds, and specifically targeting fox control along the Hacking River to assist the successful re-introduction of platypus into Royal National Park.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Audley office on 02 9542 0632 (business hours) or the NPWS after hours call centre on 1300 056 294.

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Applies from Wed 8 Apr 2026, 2.21pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 2.22pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 10.05am

Closed areas: Construction of a new boardwalk and viewing platform

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is undertaking construction of a new DDA‑compliant boardwalk and lookout platform to improve visitor access to the whale sculpture at the foreshore.

The works include selective vegetation clearing, installation of footings, a stainless-steel substructure, balustrades and fibre‑reinforced polymer (FRP) decking to complete the boardwalk and lookout platform.

Once finished, the new structure will provide safer, more inclusive access for all visitors.

For your own safety, please do not access the fenced area and always follow directions from contractors and NPWS staffs.

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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Apr 2026, 6.45pm

Closed areas: Toilets closed for upgrade, Beachcomber Ave, Bundeena

The toilets at Beachcomber Ave, Bundeena (start of the Coast Track) will be closed for an upgrade from 20 April 2026. Portable toilets will be available nearby while the works are taking place, and construction is expected to take six weeks. Walkers will be able pass the worksite to access the Coast Track.

For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 9542 0648.

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Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Feb 2026, 4.33pm

Closed areas: Kurnell Visitor Centre closed

Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed and will remain closed until 2026. A new visitor centre is under construction.

During construction works, the precinct, including the carpark, will be fenced off and work crews will be on-site. Access to some walking tracks will be impacted. Please refer to on-site signage.

Parking and toilets are available at the Cricket Pitch and Commemoration flat precincts.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

To learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Projectemail or call the local area office on 02 9668 2010.

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Applies from Tue 19 Nov 2024, 9.56am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 12.22pm

Closed areas: Skylight Cave permanently closed

Skylight cave is permanently closed to visitors due to serious safety risks. The cave is midway down an unstable cliff, and the risk of falling off the cliff edge while trying to reach it makes it very dangerous. 

There is no approved public access walking track to Skylight cave. Please do not risk your safety trying to reach this location. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Jan 2026, 9.16am

Closed areas: North Era campground closed

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 Mon 25 Aug 2025, 12.20pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 Mar 2026, 9.13am

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 will take place between 30 August 2025 and 31 March 2026 in Towra Point Nature Reserve.

Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance

All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.

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:

Sydney South Area 02 9337 5511 (business hours)

NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294.

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/lookouts/wedding-cake-rock/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Royal National Park in the Sydney and surrounds and South Coast regions
  • Royal National Park is open 7am to 8.30pm but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $12 per vehicle per day. Payment options include Audley Visitor Centre, vehicle entry stations, pay machines and the Park’nPay app.

    Vehicles over 8 seats: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day). Teachers/educational supervisors: free (1 adult per 10 students).

    Buy annual pass
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Emergency services

For all NSW fires visit the Rural Fire Service

For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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