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Applies from Tue 25 Nov 2025, 3.36pm to Fri 12 Dec 2025, 3.37pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 3.47pm
Closed areas: Mid week closures at Korsmans Landing Campground and boat ramp due to road upgrade works
Korsmans Trail in Myall Lakes National Park will be closed for road upgrade works from;
- 24/11 to 28/11 (2pm)
- 1/12 to 5/12 (2pm)
- 8/12 to 12/12 (2pm)
The closure includes;
- Korsmans Landing campground and picnic area
- Korsmans boat ramp
All existing bookings will be unaffected.
Visitors should also expect minor traffic disruptions outside of these dates and are reminded to drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control.
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 11 Nov 2025, 9.10am to Wed 24 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 4.21pm
Other planned events: Notice of Wild Dog and Fox trapping - Myall Lakes National Park - Nerong precinct
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting biosecurity operations from 24th November 2025 to 24th December 2025. The operation will use ground trapping for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Myall Lakes National Park, in the Nerong precinct, west of the Pacific Highway between Nerong State Forest, north to Knob Road.
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 park. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Please stay on formed tracks and trails, and don't wander into the bush during the operational period.
Please contact the local Booti Booti NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6591 0300
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 2.03pm
Other incidents: National Parks picnic and campground gas barbecues not available at Neranie or Mungo Brush.
No NPWS supplied gas barbecues are operational at Neranie and Mungo Brush campground and picnic areas due to recent storm damage. Visitors are advised to bring their own portable gas barbecues when visiting the area.
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Applies from Sat 23 Aug 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 11.37am
Other planned events: Road upgrades in Myall Lakes National Park
Multiple roads within Myall Lakes National Park are planned for upgrade under the Infrastructure Betterment Fund Program.
Visitors can expect minor changes to access during the following timeframes (weather permitting):
- Korsmans Road: Nov 2025 – Feb 2026
- Stoney Creek Road: Feb to March 2026
- Bombah Point Road: Dec 2025 to March 2026
- Yagon Road: March – April 2026
- Mungo Brush Road – Stage 2: July - Oct 2026
Please drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control.
For further information, please call NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 02 6591 0300 (business hours).
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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 11.33am
Closed areas: Flood affected areas within Myall Lakes National Park
The following areas in Myall Lakes National Park are temporarily closed due to flood impact:
- Multiple campgrounds and associated picnic areas (see list of affected areas)
- Yagon Road
- Gas barbecues at Neranie and Mungo Brush picnic areas.
NPWS is working towards reopening these areas as soon as possible.
For more information, call the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
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Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 6.00am to Mon 8 Dec 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Nov 2025, 9.08am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting programs. Aerial baiting and ground baiting is scheduled from 8th June 2025 to 8th December 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Wild dogs and Foxes.
Aerial baiting and ground baiting will occur in:
Richmond River Area – Captains Creek Nature Reserve (NR), Richmond Range National Park (NP), Bundjalung NP
Clarence Area - Nymboi-Binderay NP, Nymboida NP, Mount Neville NR, Banyabba NR and State Conservation Area (SCA), Ramornie NP, Bundjalung NP
Coffs Coast Area - Bagul Waajaarr NR, Bindarri NP, Cascade NP, Chaelundi NP and SCA, Cunnawarra NP, Dorrigo NP, Dunggir NP, Gumbaynggirr SCA, Jobs Mountain NR, Mount Hyland NR and SCA, New England NP, Ngambaa NR, Nymboi-Binderay NP, Serpentine NR.
Hastings Macleay Area- The Cells SCA, Cottan-Bimbang NP, Carrai NP and SCA, New England NP, Pee Dee NR, The Castles NR, Werrikimbe NP, Willi Willi NP, Mount Seaview NR.
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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please contact the local NPWS area office for more information.
Hastings Macleay Area 02 6561 6700
Coffs Coast Area 02 6652 0900
Clarence Area 02 6641 1500
Richmond River Area 02 6632 0000
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Applies from Thu 14 Aug 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Nov 2025, 10.58am
Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Tapin Tops National Park
The following areas within Tapin Tops National Park are closed due to flood impacts;
- Potaroo Falls (including Potaroo Road)
- Tallowood Flat
- Rowleys Rock Rd
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area on 6591 0300
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Applies from Fri 7 Nov 2025, 1.02pm to Fri 30 Jan 2026, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Nov 2025, 9.11am
Closed areas: Woko Campground remains partially closed
Woko campground has been partially re-opened - with 7 sites available for booking.
The first section of the campground, before the creek crossing has been repaired by NPWS staff enabling it to be re-opened to the public. The rest of the site remains closed for camping, with more work to be done to rectify major damage caused by the May 2025 extreme weather event.
The Brush Turkey walk has also been re-opened.
For further information contact the Barrington Tops Area office on (02) 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 6 Nov 2025, 11.13am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 11.13am. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Nov 2025, 5.38pm
Closed areas: Cliff Face walking track temporarily closed due to impacts from flooding / severe weather
Cliff Face Track will be closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from the May flooding and severe weather event:
The walking track will reopen when the damage has been rectified and the site is safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Tue 4 Nov 2025, 5.25pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 5.37pm
Closed parks: The Glen Nature Reserve closed due to landslips and flood damage
The Glen Nature Reserve is closed until further notice to allow contractors to undertake landslip remediation. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.
NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.
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Applies from Tue 4 Nov 2025, 1.53pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 2.05pm
Safety alerts: Williams Top Rd - 4WD recommended in wet conditions
Williams Top Rd (in Chichester State Forest) has been reopened, allowing vehicle access to Lagoon Pinch Picnic Area (start of the Corker Trail). However, 4WD is recommended in wet conditions due to slippery surfaces. Drivers should be experienced and well prepared as mobile coverage in the area is limited.
For more information contact NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212.
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Applies from Sat 27 Sep 2025, 9.48am to Sun 31 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Nov 2025, 2.42pm
Closed areas: 4WD Trail Closures
Most of the public-accessible 4WD trails in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area have now re-opened, after the annual season closure period.
However, the following 4WD trails remain closed, due to trail conditions:
- Tugalow Trail
- Thunderbolts Trail - between Barrington Tops Forest Road and Pheasants Creek Road
- Barrington Trail south past the Junction Pools Trail
This closure does not effect public vehicle access to the Little Murray and Junction Pools campgrounds. Gummi Falls campground is only accessible via Bullock Brush Trail.
Walkers and mountain bikers are still permitted to utilise the trail while it is closed to public vehicles.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Mon 24 Nov 2025, 6.16am to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 5.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Nov 2025, 9.40am
Closed areas: Horse Swamp Camping Area Temporarily Closed Due to Upgrade Works
The Horse Swamp Camping Area will be temporarily closed from Monday 24 November 2025 while the camping area is being upgraded. The works are expected to take approximately 1 week to complete.
Please note that:
- the Polblue Falls Picnic Area and Lookout will remain open
- signs will be in place around closed areas
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office in Scone 02 6540 2300 or Gloucester 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Mon 24 Nov 2025, 6.19am to Fri 5 Dec 2025, 5.20pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Nov 2025, 8.42am
Closed areas: Wombat Creek Camping Area Temporarily Closed Due to Upgrade Works
The Wombat Creek Camping Area will be temporarily closed from Monday 24 November 2025 while the camping area is being upgraded. The works are expected to take approximately 1 to 2 weeks to complete. Signs will be in place around closed areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office in Scone 02 6540 2300 or Gloucester 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Mon 24 Nov 2025, 6.53am to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Nov 2025, 8.42am
Closed areas: Devils Hole Camping Area Temporarily Closed Due to Upgrade Works
The Devil's Hole Camping Area will be temporarily closed from Monday 24 November 2025 while the camping area is being upgraded. The works are expected to take approximately 1 week to complete.
Please note that:
- the Devil's Hole Picnic Area and Lookout will remain open
- signs will be in place around closed areas
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office in Scone 02 6540 2300 or Gloucester 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 7.22am to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 5.24pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Nov 2025, 8.42am
Closed areas: Polblue Swamp Walk Temporarily Closed Due to Upgrade Works
The Polblue Swamp Walking Track will be temporarily closed from Monday 3 November 2025 while the walking track is being upgraded. The works are expected to take approximately 4 weeks to complete.
Please note that:
- the Polblue Camping and Picnic Areas will remain open
- signs will be in place around closed areas
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office in Scone 02 6540 2300 or Gloucester 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 12.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 11.16am
Closed parks: National parks closed due to flood damage
The following reserves are closed until further notice due to flood impacts;
- Barrakee SCA
- Coocumbac Island NR
- Killabakh NR
- Wingham Brush NR
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters.
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.
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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.12am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Oct 2025, 9.16am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Wollemi-Yengo Reserves
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)
However the following campgrounds are exempt:
Dharug National Park
Mount Royal National Park
Yengo National Park
- Blue Gums Campground
- Mountain Arm Campground
- Yengo House
- Finchley Campground
- Mogo Campground
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 Mon 16 Jun 2025, 3.47pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Nov 2025, 8.42am
Other incidents: Barrington Tops Forest Road closures
The severe weather event in May 2025 has caused major damage to Barrington Tops Forest Road in a number of places, forcing MidCoast Council to close the road on the eastern side of Barrington Tops. There is currently no access to the Barrington Tops plateau, or Scone via the Barrington Tops Forest Rd from Gloucester.
The same weather event has also caused major damage on the western side of the plateau, forcing Upper Hunter Shire Council to place a 2.5T load limit on the section of road west of the Dingo Gate - see 2.5 tonne Load Limit in Place – Barrington Tops Forest Road - UHSC.
For more information on the councils closures please contact the appropriate council directly.
For up to date general information on road closures visit https://www.livetraffic.com/.
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Applies from Sat 4 Oct 2025, 7.00am to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Nov 2025, 6.05pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 13th October 2025 to 27th October 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Barakee National Park, Barrakee State Conservation Area, Biriwal Bulga National Park, Bugan Nature Reserve, Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park, Goonook Nature Reserve, Talawahl Nature Reserve, Tapin Tops National Park and Wallamba Nature Reserve.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office for more information on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Fri 29 Aug 2025, 9.03am to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 9.04am. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Aug 2025, 9.06am
Closed areas: Karamea Homestead closed due to flood damage
The following area is closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from the May flooding and severe weather event:
The Homestead will reopen when the damage has been rectified and the site is safe.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Sat 9 Aug 2025, 12.39pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Nov 2025, 8.19am
Closed areas: Trails within Black Bulga SCA closed due to severe weather event
Trevor Tops Rd in Black Bulga State Conservation Area and Cabbage Tree Rd in Chichester State Forest (Main Creek area) are closed until further notice due to impacts from flooding and severe weather.
Roads leading to the reserve have been damaged and pose a hazard to road users. Roads and trails within the reserve need to be inspected for damage and fallen trees. NPWS will reopen the trails once they are inspected and any issues remediated.
For more information contact the Gloucester NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Mon 14 Jul 2025, 1.35pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 1.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 7.20am
Closed areas: Sleppy Hollow Trail and Craddocks Creek Trail closed due to landslips
Sleepy Hollow Trail and Craddocks Creek Trail are closed until further notice to allow contractors to undertake landslip remediation. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.
NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.
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Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Aug 2025, 10.22am
Closed areas: Yacaaba Headland walking track partial closure
Yacaaba Headland walking track, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Hawks Nest, is open to a viewing point. Beyond this point the track is closed for visitor safety.
Yacaaba Spit track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.
Penalties may apply for non-compliance. For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 11.22am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Nov 2025, 7.31am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to severe weather damage.
Some parts of this park are closed from Thursday 29th May 2025 until further notice due to severe weather damage. The closed areas are:
- Mount Royal Road
- Youngville Campground
- Pieries Peak Walking Track
- Carrow Brook Walking Track
Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Thu 28 Dec 2023, 7.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Nov 2025, 9.49am
Closed areas: Burraga Swamp Walk Closed
Burraga Swamp walking track is currently inaccessible to vehicles due to closure of Mt Allyn Rd. Forestry Corporation of NSW has closed the road due to a failed bridge. The reopening date is not known at this stage. For more information, phone Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.11am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 9.50am
Safety alerts: Visitor Safety Alert: Feral Horses
Feral horses move through this campground day and night. Campers at Little Murray and Polblue campgrounds should set up tents as close to their vehicles as possible.
Aggressive horse behaviour can pose a safety risk for visitors. Aggressive behaviour includes snorting, head bobbing, stomping front legs, ears erect, aggressive stance and approaching in an aggressive manner.
What to do around aggressive horses:
· avoid the animals, especially if a stallion is present and there are mares nearby
· retreat to your vehicle
· wave your arms around and make lots of noise
· walk in a group rather than as an individual
· always be aware of your immediate surroundings.
Please report any such interaction or aggressive horse behaviour to NPWS Gloucester on 6538 5300.
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Applies from Tue 13 Oct 2020, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 7.20am
Other planned events: Camping at Bretti Reserve
Bretti Reserve is a MidCoast Council managed campground. It is not attached to the National Parks and Wildlife Service Bretti Nature Reserve.
For information about camping at Bretti Reserve please call the MidCoast Visitor Information Centre in Gloucester on 1800 802 692 or follow the link below.
https://barringtoncoast.com.au/directory/bretti-reserve
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