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Cattai Farm picnic area

Cattai National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Fri 14 February 2020, 4.32pm

Applies from Mon 10 Feb 2020, 10.34am to Mon 30 Mar 2020, 11.43am. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Feb 2020, 4.32pm.

Closed parks: Cattai National Park closed due to flood damage

Cattai National Park is closed due to flood damage. The closure will be reviewed on Monday 30 March 2020. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS area office on 02 4572 3100.

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Applies from Wed 25 Dec 2019, 8.07pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Feb 2020, 2.49pm

Closed areas: Blue Mountains National Park - closed areas

The following areas of Blue Mountains National Park remain closed due to the bushfire and/or flood damage and associated hazards:

Katoomba

  • Wentworth Pass, National Pass and Valley of Waters tracks where floods have damaged creek crossings.
  • Andersons fire trail and McMahons Point.
  • There is a landslide on Dardenelles Pass - use Federal Pass instead.
  • Prince Henry (between Solitary Restaurant and Tarpeian Rock) and Leura Cascades track due to landslides and flood damage.
  • Charles Darwin walk. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
  • Kedumba and Ruined Castle campgrounds.
  • Ruined Castle, Golden Stairs, Tarros Ladders, or Mount Solitary routes.
  • Wild Dog Mountains routes (including Kanangra to Katoomba, Breakfast Creek, Mobbs Swamp, Katoomba to Mittagong, Coxs River, Yellow Pup Spur.
  • Six Foot track remains closed between Black Range campground to Jenolan Caves due to dangerous conditions caused by the recent rainfall. The rain exacerbated the recent bushfire impacts causing land slips, track erosion and dangerous trees. Crown Lands contractors are busy working towards opening the last short section of track before the end of the February.

Blackheath

  • Some access roads and lookouts around the Grose Valley (including Mount Hay, and Point Pilcher).
  • Access tracks into and around Grose Valley (including Perrys, Victoria Falls, Mount Banks, Mount Hay, Flat Top, Pierces Pass (Hungerfords), Lockleys Pylon and Rodriguez Pass).
  • Green Gully (Dunphys) and Acacia Flat campgrounds.
  • Walking tracks around Blackheath (including Walls Cave, Hanging Rock/Burramoko, Popes Glen, Cliff Top, Rodriguez Pass, Bridal Veil Falls, Braeside walk, Pulpit Rock, and Western Rim).

Glenbrook 

  • Due to flood damage, the causeway will be closed to vehicles. Pedestrians and cyclists can still go across the causeway. Caution is advised due to damage of the normal footpath. Vehicles will only be able to drive to Jelly Bean pool carpark. See list of areas open to walkers and cyclists below.

Lower Grose

  • Vale of Avoca lookouts, walking tracks and routes.

Canyons

  • Canyons around Bells Line of Road and Grose Valley (including, Bell Creek, Bowens Creek, Claustral, Yileen, Hat Hill, Jugglers, Arethusa, Fortress and Butterbox/Mount Hay).

Rock climbing areas

  • Hanging Rock, Pulpit Rock.
  • Rock climbing areas around Narrow Neck that have been burnt including Castle Head, and Diamond Falls.

 

The following areas of Blue Mountains National Park are now open:

Katoomba

  • Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls lookouts and cliff top walking tracks (where not impacted by other closures)
  • Nellies Glen and Devils Hole.
  • Six Foot track is currently open to walkers between the Explorers Tree at Katoomba and Black Range campground (including Coxs River, Alum River and Black Range campgrounds).
  • Conservation Hut cafe.
  • Kings Tableland Road (Andersons fire trail and McMahons Point are closed).
  • Kedumba Valley Road to Sublime Point trail (and Sublime Point trail).
  • Narrow Neck cycle route and fire trail (no walking tracks or descents open).
  • Murphys and Ingar campgrounds - walk in access only.
  • Faulconbridge Point.
  • Blue Gum swamp.

Blackheath

  • Grand Canyon walking track.
  • Hat Hill Road is now open to walkers and bike riders all the way to Perrys Lookdown lookout, and Perrys Lookdown campground, in addition to Wind Eroded cave and Anvil Rock lookout.
  • Govetts Leap lookout and Blue Mountains Heritage Information Centre, Fairfax track, Evans lookout, Braeside fire trail (not walk).
  • Victoria Falls Road and walking track to lookout (no access to Grose Valley).
  • Bells Line lookouts and roads (including Mount Banks and Pierces Pass Roads, Banks Walls cycle and lookout, Walls lookout and Rigby Hill lookout and walk).

Glenbrook 

  • Glenbrook area has limited vehicle access. Cars can drive to Jellybean pool and Blue pool carparks.
  • The remaining Glenbrook area is open to cyclists and pedestrians only: Euroka, Mount Portal, Nepean lookout and fire trail, Redhands Cave and fire trail, Woodford-Oaks trail
  • Burralow campground area

Canyons

  • Canyons around Mount Wilson: Wollangambe, DuFaurs, Joes, and Serendipity.  Birrabang and Dalpura are also open.  Note conditions in canyons may have changed due to the effects of fire and flood, check all abseil anchor points/hand lines and allow extra time.
  • Empress and Grand Canyon.

Rock climbing areas

  • Climbing and abseiling areas: Narrow Neck, Malatia Point and Wall exiting east. Narrow Neck unburnt areas.
  • Rock climbing areas in the Grose Valley (Ikara, Bowens Creek, Bell Super-crag).

 

NPWS will be progressing assessments, treating sites for tree hazards and undertaking minor repairs on damaged infrastructure over the next few months. Some tracks and sites may remain closed for longer periods where major infrastructure needs replacing.

To check which areas are closed, click the 'Show list' button on the Blue Mountains National Park page alert.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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Applies from Fri 28 Feb 2020, 3.51pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Feb 2020, 3.56pm

Safety alerts: Berowra Valley National Park

All roads and visitor precincts in Berowra Valley National Park have now reopened. All tracks and trails are now open, though visitors should take caution as some sections remain affected by recent storms.

For more information, contact the NPWS contact centre on 1300 072 757 or the North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.

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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Feb 2020, 4.29pm

Closed areas: Lane Cove National Park - partial closure

All picnic areas in Lane Cove National Park are open, though some facilities such as barbecues and toilets may still be affected. Please follow any signage and direction from NPWS staff.

Most tracks and trails are open including the Great North Walk between Boronia Park and Thornleigh, though visitors should take caution as some sections remain affected by recent storms.

Riverside walk will remain closed until further notice while staff work to fix extensive flood damage, erosion and unsafe conditions.

For more information, contact the NPWS contact centre on 1300 072 757, or the North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.

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Applies from Wed 26 Feb 2020, 11.17am. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Feb 2020, 4.06pm

Closed areas: Marramarra National Park - partial closures

Many areas within Marramarra National Park are closed from Monday 10 February 2020 until further notice while crews work to fix damage and unsafe conditions from flooding and storms.

Marramarra Ridge to Smugglers Ridge walking track and Marramarra Creek campground are open. 

For more information, contact the NPWS contact centre on 1300 072 757, or the North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400. 

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Applies from Thu 27 Feb 2020, 3.58pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Feb 2020, 3.58pm

Closed areas: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - Track closure

All roads and visitor precincts in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park have now reopened. Most tracks and trails are now open, though visitors should take caution as some sections remain affected by recent storms.

Berowra track remains closed between Apple Tree Bay and the intersection of Mount Ku-ring-gai track until further notice while staff fix extensive storm damage.

For more information, contact the NPWS contact centre on 1300 072 757 or the North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.

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Applies from Thu 27 Feb 2020, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Feb 2020, 10.06am

Closed areas: Walking track closures

Undercliff, Den Fenella and Wentworth Pass walking tracks will be closed on Thursday 27 February 2020. The closure is to allow for a helicopter that will be lifting in materials during this time. For more information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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Applies from Wed 19 Feb 2020, 12.01pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Feb 2020, 3.56pm

Closed areas: Wollemi National Park - closed areas

The following areas of Wollemi National Park remain closed due to the bushfire and/or flood damage and associated hazards:

  • Newnes campground (cricket pitch or eastern side of river - main campground open)
  • Coorongooba campground (due to flooding)
  • Weir-Long Cave walk is closed at junction with Pagoda Rocks walking track (Dunns Swamp)
  • River Gauging station (Dunns Swamp)
  • Bicentennial National trail – Widden to Glen Alice, Glen Alice to Jenolan
  • Glow Worm walking track
  • Deep Pass campground and canyons in Wollemi National Park
  • Newnes Industrial Ruins
  • Wheeny Creek
  • Bob Turners walking track
  • Sheepskin Hut

The following areas of Wollemi National Park are now open:

  • Ganguddy-Dunns Swamp campground
  • Pagoda lookout walking track – (Dunns Swamp)
  • Waterside walk – (Dunns Swamp)
  • Dabee walk (Dunns Swamp)
  • Cudgegong picnic area (Dunns Swamp)
  • Colo Meroo campground
  • Newnes (Little Capertee) campground

Safety advice:

  • Please be aware that due to recent fires and floods there may be dangerous hazards in this park. These include falling trees and branches, flooded creeks and crossings and debris on tracks.
  • If accessing remote areas of national parks please visit the Think before you TREK page
  • Solid Fuel Ban is in place until Tuesday 31 March 2020

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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Applies from Wed 19 Feb 2020, 9.27am. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Feb 2020, 11.10am

Safety alerts: Marramarra Ridge public access road - drive with caution

The Marramarra Ridge public access road, from Bloodwood Road to the Marramarra Ridge trail gate, should be driven slowly and with care in 2WD vehicles. The road surface has become rough and potholed due to wear and tear, compounded by impacts from heavy rains in February 2020. Roadworks are scheduled to occur prior to July 2020.

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Applies from Tue 18 Feb 2020, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Feb 2020, 4.38pm

Safety alerts: Caution - Victory track tree fall and landslide

The Victory track has changed track conditions due to fallen trees, debris and trip hazards. The trail is rough and steep in sections because of erosion caused by flooding. Take care along this route.

For more information, contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877 or the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.

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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2020, 2.16pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Feb 2020, 9.57am

Closed parks: Pitt Town Nature Reserve closed due to high water levels

This park is closed due to high water levels. The closure will be reviewed on Monday 2 March 2020. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4580 2700.

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Applies from Tue 11 Feb 2020, 9.01am. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Feb 2020, 12.07pm

Closed areas: Dunphys campground

Dunphys campground in Blue Mountains National Park is closed due to substantial flood damage to the timber bridge over Galong Creek. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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Applies from Mon 10 Feb 2020, 10.34am to Mon 30 Mar 2020, 11.43am. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Feb 2020, 4.32pm

Closed parks: Cattai National Park closed due to flood damage

Cattai National Park is closed due to flood damage. The closure will be reviewed on Monday 30 March 2020. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS area office on 02 4572 3100.

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Applies from Fri 31 Jan 2020, 10.24am. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jan 2020, 10.56am

Safety alerts: Boat moorings in Cowan Waters

The NPWS public boat moorings in Cowan Waters may be out of service for a short period due to servicing and maintenance. Works are expected to finish by the end of February 2020. For more information, contact the Bobbin Head Information Centre on 02 9472 8949.

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Applies from Sat 1 Feb 2020, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jan 2020, 10.26am

Other planned events: 1080 pest management

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is doing 1080 ground baiting using manufactured and fresh baits in Lane Cove National Park.

The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 February 2020 and 31 July 2020. All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs. Don’t touch baits. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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:

  • Lane Cove 8448 0400 (business hours)
  • NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)

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Applies from Fri 31 Jan 2020, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jan 2020, 10.24am

Other planned events: 1080 pest management

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is doing 1080 ground baiting using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.

The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 February 2020 and 31 July 2020. All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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 on 02 9451 3479 or Lane Cove on 02 8448 0400 (business hours)
  • NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)

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Applies from Sun 14 Jul 2019, 5.47pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jan 2020, 12.16pm

Closed areas: Amphitheatre track closed

Amphitheatre track is closed between Fern Bower track and Leura Cascades (intersection with Round walk) due to a rockfall and the risk of further instability at the site. This closure means that it is not possible to link the Leura Cascades and Fern Bower circuit via Amphitheatre walking track. However, you can divert around Amphitheatre and link the two tracks by using Round walk and a short section of Cliff Drive (be aware of traffic on Cliff Drive).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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Applies from Thu 2 Jan 2020, 3.27pm to Fri 1 Jan 2021, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jan 2020, 10.57am

Other planned events: Annual passes no longer available at Forestville office

From Tuesday 31 December 2019, annual passes will no longer be sold at NPWS Forestville office. Passes can be purchased online, in person or by phone.

Online:

In person:

  • Bobbin Head Information Centre. 688 Ku-ring-gai Chase Road, Mt Colah 2079. Open 10am to 4pm, 7 days a week.
  • Lane Cove National Park office. Max Allen Drive, Lindfield 2070. Open 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.

Phone:

National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757

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Applies from Wed 21 Aug 2019, 6.00am to Fri 6 Mar 2020, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Jan 2020, 11.50am

Closed areas: Overcliff track closed

Overcliff track will be closed for maintenance from Wednesday 21 August 2019 to Friday 6 March 2020. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre in Blackheath on 02 4787 8877.

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Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2019, 12.16pm to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Feb 2020, 5.26pm

Fire bans: Park fire ban

A park fire ban is in place in this park from Sunday 1 September 2019 and remains in effect until Tuesday 31 March 2020. 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:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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 Mon 14 Oct 2019, 9.42am to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 9.39am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Dec 2019, 3.19pm

Fire bans: Park fire ban

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:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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 13 Sep 2019, 11.44am to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 11.36am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jan 2020, 12.59pm

Fire bans: Park fire ban

A park fire ban is in place in this park from Sunday 1 September 2019 and remains in effect until Tuesday 31 March 2020.

Mill Creek and Ten Mile Hollow campgrounds are exempt.

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:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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 Fri 8 Nov 2019, 11.54am to Mon 31 Aug 2020, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 Nov 2019, 2.16pm

Closed areas: Partial closure - Echo Point lookout

Part of the Echo Point lookout in Katoomba is closed until August 2020 due to upgrades. The Visitor Information Centre remains open 9am to 5pm, seven days a week (except on Christmas Day). For more information visit Echo Point upgrades or contact the Blue Mountains City Council on 02 4780 5000.

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Applies from Tue 29 Oct 2019, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Nov 2019, 3.10pm

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.

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 Sat 26 May 2018, 9.58am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Jun 2018, 11.03am

Other planned events: Deep Pass campground toilet closed

The toilet at Deep Pass campground is temporarily closed due to capacity limitations. Planning for a  new toilet  facility is currently underway. 

Please use minimal impact  camping practices in this area. Large groups should consider camping at alternative sites. Groups in excess of 20 people require approval from the NPWS Oberon area office.

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Applies from Sun 22 Oct 2017, 12.36pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Nov 2019, 3.52pm

Closed areas: Prince Henry Cliff walking track - between Leura Cascades and Solitary restaurant 

Prince Henry Cliff walking track is closed between Leura Cascades and Solitary restaurant until further notice. This closure is due to a landslide that has completely blocked the track. An alternative track is available via Leura Cascades Round Walk. Visitors can also walk from Leura Cascades to Solitary restaurant adjacent Cliff Drive but should be wary of traffic.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Wed 13 Dec 2017, 11.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Mar 2018, 4.22pm

Closed areas: Partial closure of Batsh camp

A section of Batsh camp is closed due to the risk of tree branches falling. Further assessment and removal of dangerous branches will take place in the coming weeks. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Oberon area office on (02) 6336 1972 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Fri 1 Dec 2017, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Dec 2019, 12.54pm

Closed areas: National Pass closed

National Pass remains closed between Valley of Waters and Slacks Stairs. The closure is indefinite following a serious rockfall in November 2017 which killed a worker and seriously injured two others. The area of the rockfall remains dangerous and the subject of external investigation. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is reviewing how such geological hazards and visitor access can be managed. Visitors can access the base of the Wentworth Falls below the Grand Stairs. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Fri 10 Mar 2017, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2017, 2.40pm

Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground - Boobook camp area closed

Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground and picnic area is closed for management purposes. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Richmond area office on (02) 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Oct 2016, 9.23am

Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed

Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed for maintenance. This includes the 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 Tue 1 Dec 2015, 1.46pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Aug 2016, 8.52am

Closed areas: Lane Cove National Park toilet closures

From Monday 7 December 2015, some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends and public holidays. Toilets affected are:

  • Blue Wren and Illoura (Areas 4-5)
  • Carters Creek (Area 9)
  • Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
  • Bakers Flat (Area 28)
  • Haynes Flat (Area 32)

Please note: this does not apply to bookings- toilets will be opened for any bookings. For more information, please contact the NPWS Valleys Area office on (02) 8448 0400.

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Applies from Tue 30 Sep 2014, 5.29pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Mar 2019, 10.32am

Closed areas: Pipeline track

The Pipeline track between Glen Davis and Newnes is closed until further notice. There is no access across private property at Glen Davis, and trespassing is prohibited. For more information please call NPWS Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877, open 7 days a week, or NPWS Mudgee on (02) 6370 9000, Monday to Friday, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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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/picnic-areas/cattai-farm-picnic-area/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Cattai National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region

  • Cattai National Park opens at 8am and closes at 5pm (8pm during daylight savings). The park may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $8 per vehicle per day (including motorbikes). The park has coin-operated pay and display machines - please bring credit card or correct coins.

    Buy annual pass
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Emergency services

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Picnic sheds spread out across Cattai Farm picnic area, surrounded by tall eucalypt trees, in Cattai National Park. Photo: John Spencer/OEH