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Georges River National Park

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Date Event Title
26 November 2025 Closed areas Areas closed due to Total Fire Ban Details

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:

  • All NPWS walking tracks and trails are closed including the Royal Coast Track
  • All NPWS mountain bike tracks and trails are closed
  • All remote campgrounds are closed

Royal National Park

  • All walking tracks and trails are closed including the Royal Coast Track
  • Garrawarra Farm is closed
  • All main visitor areas will remain open (Wattamolla, Garie, Bonnie Vale and Audley)
  • The Audley Cafe is open
  • Uloola Falls and the North Era campgrounds are closed
  • Bonnie Vale campground will remain open

Heathcote National Park

  • All tracks and trails are closed
  • Remote campgrounds are closed

Georges River National Park

  • All tracks and trails closed
  • All main visitor areas will remain open

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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26 November 2025 Fire bans Total Fire Ban Details

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, 3.34pm to Wed 26 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 3.56pm

Closed areas: Total Fire Ban - All tracks and trails closed - Wednesday 26 November 2025

All tracks and trails in the following parks are closed on 22 October 2025 due to a Total Fire Ban and elevated Fire Danger Rating:

  • Lane Cove National Park
  • Berowra Valley National Park
  • Berowra Valley Regional Park
  • Marramarra National Park
  • Wallumatta Nature Reserve
  • Dalrymple Hay Nature Reserve
  • Dural Nature Reserve

Campgrounds in Berowra Valley National Park and Marramarra National Park are also closed, including:

  • Tunks Ridge campground
  • Marramarra Creek campground
  • Orchard campground
  • Gentleman's Halt campground
  • Twin Beaches campground

Picnic areas and boat ramps will remain open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the North Western Sydney Area office on 02 8448 0400 or the NPWS contact centre on 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

Please review RFS information on Total Fire Bans, Fire Danger Ratings, and keep up to date using the Hazards Near Me app:

https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

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Applies from Tue 25 Nov 2025, 3.32pm to Wed 26 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 3.34pm

Closed areas: Total Fire Ban - All tracks and trails closed in Garigal National Park - Wednesday 26 November 2025

All tracks and trails in Garigal National Park are closed on Wednesday 26 November 2025 due to a Total Fire Ban and elevated Fire Danger rating.

Davidson Boat Ramp will remain open.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757.

 

Please review RFS information on Total Fire Bans, Fire Danger Ratings, and keep up to date using the Hazards Near Me app:

https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

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Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 11.51am

Closed areas: Fort Denison closed

Service upgrades and extensive conservation works on the fort are ongoing throughout 2026. Fort Denison – Muddawahnyuh remains closed to visitors during this time.

Standard work hours during the construction phase will be between:

  • 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday
  • 8am to 1pm on Saturday

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email the Sydney South office. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Thu 20 Nov 2025, 4.45pm to Sat 13 Dec 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Nov 2025, 8.43am

Closed areas: Pest control operation

There will be closures in Lane Cove National Park for pest control operations targeting wild rabbits using firearms at the following times:

  • 10pm Thursday 4 December to 2am Friday 5 December 2025 
  • 10pm Thursday 11 December to 2am Friday 12 December 2025

If operations are impacted by wet weather, they will continue from 10pm Monday 15 December to 2am Tuesday 16 December 2025.

The following areas will be closed: 

  • All picnic areas and walking tracks along Max Allen Drive.
  • The Great North Walk between Lady Game Drive and Allen Park.
  • All picnic areas along Riverside Drive (between Plassey Road and Fullers Bridge).
  • Riverside Walking Track between Deburghs Entrance Station and Lane Cove River Weir.
  • Riverside Drive Between Lane Cove Road and Lane Cove River Weir.

Do not enter the park under any circumstances. Signs will be placed at all entrances during the closure period.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Thu 30 Oct 2025, 12.01pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Nov 2025, 4.08pm

Closed areas: Swimming enclosure damaged, Nielsen Park

The swimming enclosure at Nielsen Park was damaged by large waves in August 2025. Nielsen Park remains open to visitors. However, be aware before swimming at Shark Beach, the damaged swimming enclosure nets do not provide a total barrier between sharks and swimmers.

A new steel support pile will be installed in the week commencing 8th December 2025. Once installed, the enclosure’s steel cable and netting panels will be re-attached.

For information and resources to help reduce the risk of an encounter with a shark at NSW beaches and estuaries, check out Shark Smart and the Bull Shark fact sheet

For updates, please check here or email or call the local NPWS office on 02 9337 5511.

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Applies from Wed 10 Feb 2016, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Nov 2025, 10.45am

Closed areas: Flat Rock track partial closure

The section of Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance to the Downpatrick Street entrance, is permanently closed as the old track passes through private property near Killarney Point.

Please note:

  • Walkers heading west should exit Flat Rock track at the eastern end of Killarney Drive and use Killarney Drive until you reach Downpatrick Street. Then walk down the street and re-enter Flat Rock track from the Downpatrick Street fire trail.
  • Walkers heading east should exit Flat Rock track at the Downpatrick Street fire trail and use Downpatrick Street, then Killarney Drive until you reach the end of Killarney Drive. Re-enter Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.

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Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Nov 2025, 9.57am

Closed areas: Closed areas due to rifle range operations

The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be closed on the following dates/times due to ANZAC Rifle Range operations:

  • Every Saturday, 8am to 5pm
  • The 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month, 8am to 5pm
  • Sunday 14 December 8am to 5pm
  • Monday 15 December 7am to 1pm
  • Tuesday 16 December 7am to 1pm 
  • Shooting will recommence on Saturday 3rd January 2026

The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be open on the following dates during the Christmas and the new year period, as the ANZAC Riffle Range will be closed:

  • Sunday 7 December
  • Sunday 21 December
  • Saturday 27 December 2025 to Friday 2 January 2026

Do not enter the eastern section of the national park (including Boora Point walking track) when:

  • Red flags are flying above the range
  • The 'rifle range in use' warning signs are displayed at the park entry (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark).
  • Park entry gates are closed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS local office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.

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Applies from Thu 31 Jul 2025, 10.42pm to Sun 1 Feb 2026, 2.42am. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Nov 2025, 9.43am

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 is continuous and ongoing between 1 August 2025 and 31 January 2026 in the following areas of Sydney Harbour National Park:

  • Chowder Bay
  • Dobroyd Head
  • Bradleys Head
  • Georges Head
  • Middle Head
  • North Head (North Head includes the adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management and Quarantine Station).

Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. 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.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the local park office on:

Middle Head: 02 9960 6266 (business hours)

NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)

North Head Sanctuary, Many (Harbour Trust Lands): 02 8969 2128 (business hours).

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Applies from Thu 15 May 2025, 4.27pm to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Nov 2025, 12.07pm

Closed areas: Bedlam Bay Eastern Beach Closure

The Eastern Beach at Bedlam Bay within Parramatta River Regional Park will be closed to the public from Monday 21 January until late November 2025, while Hunters Hill Council construct a swimming enclosure. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Hunters Hill Council on (02) 9879 9400 or the local NPWS office on (02) 8448 0400.

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Applies from Mon 17 Nov 2025, 8.51am to Mon 1 Dec 2025, 8.52am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Nov 2025, 8.59am

Closed areas: Track closure - Belvedere Lookout to Beehive Casemate

There will be a partial track closure of Gubbuh Gubbuh to Georges Head walking track between Belvedere Lookout and Beehive Casemate from Monday 17 November to Monday 1 December 2025. Please follow detour signage. For more information please contact the Sydney North Area 02 9960 6266.

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Applies from Sun 16 Nov 2025, 10.53am. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Nov 2025, 11.01am

Other planned events: Drainage works on North Head Scenic Drive at North Head, Manly

Drainage works will be undertaken along 2 sections of North Head Scenic Drive near the gate at the Quarantine Station entrance for the week commencing on 17 November 2025. The works will be confined to the existing road table drains and will involve removal of silt and other material to maintain the drain capacity and prevent stormwater from flowing out onto the road pavement and damaging the surface. The road will remain open and traffic control will be in place.

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Applies from Mon 17 Nov 2025, 7.00am to Fri 12 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Nov 2025, 8.27am

Closed areas: Currie Road Fire Trail closed

The Currie Road Fire Trail in Garigal National Park will be closed during work hours 0700am - 1700pm until Friday 12th December 2025 inclusive for trail maintenance works.

The trail will be open on weekends.

Please obey all closure signage and follow instructions from NPWS staff and contractors.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479.

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Applies from Mon 17 Nov 2025, 7.00am to Fri 12 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Nov 2025, 8.26am

Closed areas: Cook Street Fire Trail closed

The Cook Street Fire Trail in Garigal National Park will be closed during work hours of 0700am - 1700pm until Friday 12th December inclusive for trail maintenance works.

The trail will be open on weekends

Please obey all closure signage and follow instructions from NPWS staff and contractors.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479.

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Applies from Mon 17 Nov 2025, 7.00am to Fri 5 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Nov 2025, 8.27am

Closed areas: Kimberley Trail closed

The Kimberley Fire Trail in Garigal National Park will be closed during work hours 0700am - 1700pm until Friday 5th December inclusive for trail maintenance works.

The trail will be open on weekends.

Please obey all closure signage and follow instructions from NPWS staff and contractors.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479.

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Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 10.27am

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 Mon 21 Jul 2025, 6.00am to Tue 30 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Oct 2025, 2.03pm

Closed areas: Works along Botany Bay Foreshore, Kurnell

A new revetment (seawall) along the Botany Bay foreshore will replace the temporary sandbags which have been in place since 2018. A revetment is a permanent structure which protects the foreshore from storm surges and tides.

A works compound is established at Beach Park and access to the works site will be along Monument Track. Some closures and restrictions to access will take place as materials are moved to the foreshore.

Please be mindful of site fencing and follow instructions from NPWS staff and contractors.

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

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Applies from Fri 10 Oct 2025, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Oct 2025, 5.52pm

Closed areas: Manly to Spit walk upgrade works - Castle Rock

A section of the Manly to Spit walk in the Castle Rock area within Sydney Harbour National Park will be closed for essential upgrade works from 13 October 2025 to 23 December 2025. The work will involve replacement of failing sections of boardwalk and handrails to improve public safety on this popular track. A detour will be in place and signs are installed advising the route.   

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Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 8.45am

Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times

The North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times are:

  • AEDT From 6 October 2025 to 5 April 2026 - 5am to 8.30pm
  • AEST From 6 April 2026 to 5 October 2026- 6am to 6pm

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Applies from Wed 31 Mar 2021, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 8.46am

Closed areas: Bluefish Point closed

The Bluefish Point bushland area is closed for public safety and to protect the landscape and important plant and animal communities.

Access to rock pools is difficult and dangerous. Please stay on sign-posted walking tracks when visiting Sydney Harbour National Park for your safety and observe warning signs in the area.

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Applies from Wed 18 Aug 2021, 5.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Oct 2025, 8.48am

Closed parks: Prospect Nature Reserve closed public

Prospect Nature Reserve is closed to the public indefinitely as it's part of a Special Water catchment area. There is no public access at any time.

If you wish to visit the Prospect Reservoir area, Andrew Campbell Reserve on William Lawson Drive has picnic tables, playground and toilet facilities.

For more information about visiting Andrew Campbell Reserve, please contact Sydney Water on 13 20 92. 

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Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Oct 2025, 8.47am

Closed parks: Kemps Creek Nature Reserve closed

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:

  • Start your trip with clean, dirt-free, dry gear (including shoes, bike tyres, camping gear, vehicles)
  • Use the boot wash or scrub stations provided – these capture contaminated water or control flow to septic or sewage systems where root rot will die
  • Stay on formed tracks
  • Follow instructions on signage
  • Clean your gear again when you get home – try a solution of 70% methylated spirits or ethanol, 30% water, and wash straight into the septic/sewage system. You may want to keep a spray bottle in the car.

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 Thu 31 Jul 2025, 10.38pm to Sun 1 Feb 2026, 3.32am. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Sep 2025, 4.50pm

Other planned events: ‘1080 pest management operation’

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits and fresh baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 August 2025 and 31 January 2026 in Lane Cove National Park. Don’t touch baits. 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.

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 26 Sep 2025, 12.31pm. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Sep 2025, 12.39pm

Other planned events: Cawleys Bridge works

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

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 Tue 19 Nov 2024, 9.56am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Sep 2025, 10.28am

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 Mon 25 Aug 2025, 12.20pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Aug 2025, 12.35pm

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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Applies from Fri 9 May 2025, 3.09pm to Thu 5 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 8.55am

Other planned events: Toilet closures in Lane Cove National Park

Some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends, public holidays and during school holidays. The closed toilets are at:

  • Carters Creek (Area 9)
  • Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
  • Haynes Flat (Area 32)

This does not apply to bookings. Where there are bookings, toilets will be open.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.

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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.10pm to Thu 5 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 8.55am

Closed areas: Sugarloaf carpark closed

Sugarloaf carpark in Lane Cove National Park is no longer open to the public. We apologise for any inconvenience.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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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

Closed areas: Areas closed for deer control program

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:

  • All picnic areas in the Audley Precinct
  • Asset protection zones adjacent to Maianbar, Bundeena and East Heathcote.
  • Wattamolla and Garie picnic areas
  • North Era campground and coastal areas between Garie Beach and Figure 8 Pools
  • Garrawarra Farm
  • Lady Carrington Drive
  • Bonnie Vale campground and Bonnie Vale picnic area.

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 Thu 31 Jul 2025, 10.34pm to Sun 1 Feb 2026, 3.32am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Oct 2025, 10.52am

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 is continuous and ongoing between1 August 2025 and 31 January 2026 in Garigal National Park. 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:

Forestville 9451 3479 (business hours)

NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)

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Applies from Sat 17 Oct 2020, 10.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Jul 2025, 10.48am

Closed areas: North Head partial closure

Some parts of North Head in Sydney Harbour National Park are closed due to fire damage and geological instability. The closed areas include:

  • Bluefish Point
  • Old Man's Hat
  • Cannae Point
  • Quarantine Head
  • Wastewater Treatment Plant emergency access road

Do not enter the closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.

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Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 4.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 4.35pm

Closed areas: Artillery Track Closed

The Artillery Track of Malabar Headland National Park is closed due to safety concerns.

This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of visitors while we assess and address potential hazards.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Apr 2025, 4.20pm

Safety alerts: Landslide on Auxillary trail- Heathcote National Park

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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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/fitzpatrick-park/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Georges River National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
  • Georges River National Park is open from 6am to 7.30pm during daylight savings (6am – ­6.30pm at other times) but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $8 per vehicle per day. The park has coin-operated pay machines at the gate. Please bring correct coins, as no change is given. You can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app.

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