Applies from Mon 4 Nov 2024, 12.15pm to Mon 31 Dec 2029, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Apr 2026, 12.09pm

Closed parks: Woodsreef State Conservation Area Closed

Woodsreef State Conservation Area is closed until further notice due to potential health risks from possible asbestos exposure.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Narrabri NPWS office on (02) 6792 7300.

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• Woodsreef State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 12.17pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Apr 2026, 9.07am

Safety alerts: Elevated bushfire risk

Due to warm, dry conditions there is currently an elevated risk of bushfires. 

Due to the risk of starting or becoming trapped by bushfire off-track/ backcountry/ bush camping is currently not permitted. Camping is currently only permitted within designated campgrounds.  

If lighting a fire or using a device that may cause a fire follow these rules:

• Check the NSW Rural Fire Service website for the latest information on Fire Danger Rating or Total Fire Bans
• Solid fuel fires are only permitted in designated national park fireplaces
• Clear all flammable material within at least two metres of the fire / ignition source
• Ensure you have a way to extinguish the fire (minimum of a bucket of water or fire extinguisher)
• Keep fires small, attended, and supervised at all times
• Never leave a fire unattended or burning overnight
• Fully extinguish campfires using water – soak, stir, and repeat until cold
• During hot, dry or windy conditions, fires can become dangerous quickly — if conditions worsen, fires should be put out early, don’t wait to be told

Report any unattended or unsafe fires to the local NPWS office 6843 4000, or in the event of a bush fire or other emergency call 000.

Affects 17 parks and 9 locations nearby. Show list

• Boonalla Aboriginal Area
  • Boonalla Cave walking track
  • Boonalla picnic area
• Dandry Gorge Aboriginal Area
• Dowe National Park
• Garrawilla National Park
• Melville Range Nature Reserve
• Pilliga East State Conservation Area
• Pilliga National Park
  • Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre
• Pilliga Nature Reserve
  • Sandstone Caves walking track
• Pilliga State Conservation Area
• Rocky Glen National Park
• Somerton National Park
• Timmallallie National Park
  • Pilliga Forest lookout tower
  • Salt Caves campground
  • Salt Caves Dam walking track
  • Salt Caves picnic area
  • Sculptures in the Scrub walking track
• Ukerbarley Aboriginal Area
• Ukerbarley State Conservation Area
• Willala Aboriginal Area
• Wondoba State Conservation Area
• Yarrigan National Park

Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 10.00am to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 10.01am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Apr 2026, 10.02am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

The Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

Ground baiting will occur in Pilliga National Park and Pilliga State Conservation Area.

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.

For more information please contact the Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) on 0460 876 654 or NPWS Castlereagh Area on 02 6843 4000.

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• Pilliga National Park
• Pilliga State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 3 Mar 2026, 12.00am to Sat 31 Oct 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Mar 2026, 4.31pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial and ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial and ground baiting program across Mount Kaputar National Park and Deriah Aboriginal Area from Tuesday 3 March to Saturday 31 October 2026. 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 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.

For further information please contact the NPWS Barwon Area office on (02) 6792 7300.

Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list

• Deriah Aboriginal Area
• Mount Kaputar National Park

Applies from Fri 20 Feb 2026, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Mar 2026, 9.13am

Closed areas: Mount Kaputar Summit Walk and Lookout closed for upgrades

The Mount Kaputar Summit Walk and Mount Kaputar Summit Lookout are closed for upgrades from Friday 20 February until further notice.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Narrabri office on 02 6792 7300.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Mount Kaputar National Park
  • Mount Kaputar Summit lookout
  • Mount Kaputar summit walk

Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 10.39am

Closed areas: Sandstone Caves closed due to rockfall hazard

Sandstone Caves walking track will be closed until further notice due to a rock fall hazard.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre on 6843 4011.

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• Pilliga Nature Reserve
  • Sandstone Caves walking track

Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 5 Apr 2026, 3.30pm

Safety alerts: Washouts on Carinya Road

There are significant washouts on Carinya Rd in Deriah Aboriginal Area.

Washouts can be harmful to vehicles and passengers. Please travel this road with caution and drive through washouts at very low speed.

This road is not managed by NPWS. Please direct any concerns regarding the condition of the road to Narrabri Shire Council on 02 6799 6866 or council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au

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• Deriah Aboriginal Area

Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 5 Apr 2026, 3.30pm

Safety alerts: Washouts on Kaputar Road

There are several washouts on the gravel section of Kaputar Rd in Mount Kaputar National Park.

Washouts can be harmful to vehicles and passengers. Please travel this section of road with caution and drive through washouts at very low speed.

This section of road is not managed by NPWS. Please direct any concerns regarding the condition of the road to Narrabri Shire Council on 02 6799 6866 or council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Mount Kaputar National Park
  • Kaputar scenic drive