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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Mar 2023, 12.07pm
Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed
Many walking tracks, roads and fire trails within Blue Mountains National Park remain closed following sustained wet weather causing subsidence hazards, major landslides or infrastructure upgrades.
The following areas are closed:
Katoomba and Leura
- Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall risk.
- Honeymoon Point lookout is closed due to upgrade works.
- Lila Falls track, between Fern Bower/Amphitheatre junction and Lindeman Pass junction is closed from Wednesday 15 March 2023 until further notice, due to track maintenance.
- Lone Lyrebird track is closed between Gordon Road and the War Memorial, due to subsidence. Detour is in place.
- Lyrebird Dell walking track is closed due to track maintenance.
- Prince Henry Cliff walk is closed between Gordon Falls lookout and Olympian lookout, due to landslides. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- Lady Darley track is closed due to track maintenance.
- Glenraphael Drive is closed due to major subsidence. Narrow Neck, Ruined Castle and Golden Stairs are accessible to pedestrians and cyclists from Narrow Neck lookout on Cliff Drive.
- Mount Solitary Route and Ruined Castle campground are closed due to subsidence.
- Tallawalla lookout is closed for upgrade works.
- Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout.
Wentworth Falls
- Conservation Hut is closed for renovations due to open late 2023.
- Valley of the Waters track is closed below Sylvia Falls. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Vera Falls, Hippocrene Falls or Wentworth Falls from Valley of the Waters.
- Queen Victoria and Empress lookouts are closed from Monday 30 January 2023 until further notice, for upgrade works.
- Charles Darwin walk is closed where it traverses council-managed land due to upgrades. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- National Pass is closed due to landslide.
- Wentworth Pass is closed due to landslide.
- Ingar Road is closed where it traverses private property at the western end. You can walk in to Ingar campground via Andersons or Bedford Roads.
- The track connecting Rocket Point loop to Chester and Little Switzerland trails will be closed intermittently until Friday 24 March 2023 due to track works.
- The trail connecting Jamison Creek to Chester Road will be closed intermittently until Friday 24 March 2023 due to track works.
- Kedumba Valley Road will be closed to all vehicles and pedestrians from Monday 27 March until Friday 31 March 2023 to allow for rock and tree removal. Pedestrian access to Kedumba Valley is available via the lower end of Federal Pass walking track.
Blackheath, Mount Victoria and Bells Line of Road
- Govetts Leap lookout and picnic area are closed for major upgrade work (opening April 2023).
- Govetts Creek access routes including Horse track, Govetts Leap Descent and Rodriguez Pass (Bridal Veil Falls) are closed due to landslides.
- Pulpit walking track is closed from Cripps lookout to Pulpit Rock lookout. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for further information.
- Perrys Lookdown campground is closed.
- Horse track and Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rock falls and landslides. Entry is not permitted due to serious risk of injury or death. Entry is not permitted into the Grose Valley from Govetts Leap, Evans lookout, Grand Canyon track, or South of Acacia Flat.
- The Mount Banks area including the picnic area and Summit walking track will be closed to all vehicles and pedestrians from Monday 20 March 2023 until Friday 21 April 2023 to allow for road repairs.
Woodford, Lawson, Springwood
Empire Pass is closed for track maintenance.
Canyons and rock climbing
Climbing and canyoning areas in the Blue Mountains are open unless the access road is closed or the site is listed in this alert.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
Applies from Thu 16 Mar 2023, 11.08am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Mar 2023, 10.19am
Fires - Advice: Craigs Rd, Curraweela
There is a fire in this park called Craigs Rd, Curraweela. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
Applies from Mon 27 Mar 2023, 12.30am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 25 Mar 2023, 11.25am
Closed areas: Mt Kembla areas of Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area Closed for ground pest control operation
The Mt Kembla areas within the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area are closed between 12:30am Monday 27 March and 9am Friday 31 March 2023 for a ground pest control operation. These areas include:
- Staffords Fire Trail
- O'brien's Fire Trail
- Kembla Ring Track
- Kembla Ridge Track
- Kembla Summit Walking Track
- Farmborough Road Fire Trail
This program will target deer. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species.
Other pest animals, including pigs, goats, foxes and feral cats will be targeted if observed during the operation.
This operation will involve night ground shooting of deer between dusk and dawn.
Park closure warning signs will be placed at entrances to the shooting area. Do not enter the closed area during shooting periods.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the Illawarra-Highlands park office.
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Applies from Sun 26 Mar 2023, 12.00am to Thu 6 Apr 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Mar 2023, 4.32pm
Other planned events: Vegetation Trimming Lady Carrington Drive
Vegetation Trimming works will occur along Lady Carrington Drive Track from Monday 27th March 2023 until Thursday 6th April 2023.
You may experience delays during these works. Please be cautious of heavy machinery on the trail and obey any signs or direction of NPWS staff and contractors.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Wed 22 Mar 2023, 2.18pm to Tue 31 Oct 2023, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Mar 2023, 2.30pm
Other planned events: Toilet blocks closed for upgrade works
Three toilet blocks in Georges River National Park will be closed for upgrades from June to October 2023. Temporary toilets will be available during the construction period.
Picnic areas will remain open during the works.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Mar 2023, 12.54pm
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 rifle range operations:
- Every Saturday, 8am to 5pm
- Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month, 8am to 5pm
- Police, Friday 24 March 2023
- Women on Target shoot, Thursday 13 April to Sunday 16 April 2023
- Anzac Day shoot, Tuesday 25 April 2023
- Service Rifle Championships, Saturday 10 to Sunday 11 June 2023
- DRA Weekend, Saturday 24 June to Sunday 25 June 2023
Do not enter the eastern section of the 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.
The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) is open when the rifle range is in use.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local area office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.
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Applies from Tue 31 Jan 2023, 7.00am to Thu 20 Apr 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Mar 2023, 10.25am
Closed areas: Weekday closures due to track upgrades
Some areas in Royal National Park are undergoing trail upgrade works and will be closed on weekdays from Monday 30 January to Thursday 20 April 2023.
The closed areas are:
- Uloola Falls trail and walking track
- Uloola Falls campground
You may experience delays during works. Please be cautious of machinery on the trail and follow directions of NPWS staff and contractors.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 25 Aug 2022, 9.00am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 5.10pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Mar 2023, 2.18pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management program
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 Thursday 25 August 2022 and Friday 31 March 2023 in Towra Point Nature Reserve.
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 NPWS Kurnell area office on 02 9668 2000 or the NPWS after hours call centre on 1300 056 294.
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Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Mar 2023, 10.26am
Closed parks: Kemps Creek Nature Reserve closed
This park is closed due to Phytophthora contamination, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.
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 Fri 3 Mar 2023, 12.07pm to Fri 28 Apr 2023, 12.07pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Mar 2023, 9.23am
Closed areas: Allambie Flat dry wall repair closures
Emergency repair work is being carried out on the heritage dry stone wall, at the entrance of the access road to Allambie Flat. The works will take place from Monday 20 March to Friday 28 April 2023.
Vehicle access is not permitted during the works from Monday to Friday, however will be reinstated each weekend, if conditions allow.
Pedestrian access to Audley Boatshed and picnic area is permitted from the north side of the building, via the Weir Flat grassed area. Alternative parking is available at Bus Stop Flat and Triangle carparks, across the weir.
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Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Mar 2023, 8.56am
Closed areas: Kurnell Visitor Centre closed for upgrades
Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed until further notice. The site is being prepared for a new visitor centre as part of the Kamay 2020 Project.
Learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Project or email the local area office.
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Applies from Mon 27 Feb 2023, 1.48pm to Tue 4 Apr 2023, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Mar 2023, 8.20am
Closed areas: Park closed for ground pest control operation
Upper Nepean State Conservation Area is closed from 6am Monday 27 March, to 6am Monday 3 April 2023 for a ground pest control operation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office
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Applies from Mon 13 Feb 2023, 11.00am to Fri 28 Apr 2023, 1.36pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Mar 2023, 10.47am
Closed areas: Garawarra Farm Road weekday closure
Garawarra Farm Road will be closed on weekdays from Monday 13 February 2023 until late April 2023, due to road upgrade works.
There is no vehicle or pedestrian access during the closure period, and the road will be open on weekends.
On all other days, you can still walk past Garawarra Farm via Burgh Ridge track or Garawarra Ridge fire trail (from Otford).
For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 6 Mar 2023, 3.07pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Mar 2023, 2.23pm
Closed areas: Jingga walking track closed for maintenance
Jingga walking track is closed until further notice. The walking track is currently being repaired. As soon as the track can be safely reopened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Illawarra office on 02 4224 4188.
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Applies from Wed 1 Feb 2023, 9.40am to Thu 6 Apr 2023, 11.51am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Mar 2023, 9.52am
Closed parks: Park closed due to flood damage
Abercrombie River National Park and State Conservation Area are closed until Thursday 6 April 2023 due to construction work on damaged river crossing and campgrounds.
Bummaroo Ford campground remains open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This park will reopen as soon as works are complete.
Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 10.16am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Mar 2023, 8.58am
Safety alerts: Landslip on Lady Carrington Drive
Lady Carrington Drive has been impacted by the 2022 and February 2023 flash floods. Most of the trail surface is severely eroded and slippery. A portion of the track has been impacted by a landslip. Please travel through this section without stopping.
Please use this trail with caution. For more information, contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 13 Mar 2023, 3.28pm to Wed 5 Apr 2023, 3.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Mar 2023, 12.15pm
Other planned events: Arthur Byrne carpark access trail to Boora Point walking track closed
The Department of Finance will be conducting works on this access trail from Monday 13 March to Tuesday 5 April 2023. During this time, please use the beach as an alternative route to enter the park.
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Applies from Wed 22 Feb 2023, 9.13am to Wed 5 Apr 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Mar 2023, 9.00am
Other incidents: Bonnie Vale picnic area toilets - Limited operation
The amenities at Bonnie Vale picnic area are operating at a reduced capacity due to recent vandalism. The number of available stalls has reduced significantly, and some temporary facilities have been put in place until repairs are completed.
Please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648 if you require further information.
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Applies from Wed 16 Sep 2020, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Mar 2023, 12.06pm
Closed parks: Five Islands NR is closed to public access
There is no public access to Five Islands Nature Reserve. 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 Wed 16 Sep 2020, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Mar 2023, 12.06pm
Closed parks: Berkeley Nature Reserve closed
Berkeley Nature Reserve is closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Mon 6 Feb 2023, 12.00am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jan 2023, 2.36pm
Closed areas: Mirang Campground Closed
Mirang Campground is closed for the forseeable future facilities maintenance and upgrades. Please check the website for updates on re-opening or call 9542 0648.
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Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 12.47pm. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Mar 2023, 12.08pm
Closed areas: Sublime Point walking track closed
Sublime Point walking track is closed until further notice. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 9 Jan 2023, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Mar 2023, 2.33pm
Closed areas: Partial Closure to Forest Walk
The Forest Walk is affected by the closure of Sublime Point walking track until further notice. There is no access between Sublime Point and Austinmer. Sublime Point walking track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely reopened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 9 Dec 2022, 9.15am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Mar 2023, 2.33pm
Closed areas: Lower Escarpment Fire Trail partial closure
The Lower Escarpment Fire Trail is open to walkers, bicycles and light 4WD vehicles only. No access with heavy vehicles larger than cat 9 due to hazardous track conditions. As soon as the remainder of the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS Alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Sun 17 Apr 2022, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Mar 2023, 9.00am
Closed areas: Werrong Beach track closed
Werrong Beach track is closed due to a landslip. Further information will be available following a geotechnical assessment.
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Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Mar 2023, 10.39pm
Safety alerts: Curra Moors track in poor condition
Sections of Curra Moors walking loop track are in poor condition due to erosion. Please use caution and be aware of unstable edges.
Planning for repairs is in progress. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Mar 2023, 11.54am
Closed areas: Garie Road closed due to damage
Garie Road is closed until further notice due to damage to the road surface.
This road may remain closed for some time to allow for extensive repairs. A reopening date is not currently known.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check Live Traffic NSW for updates before driving to Garie Beach.
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Applies from Mon 1 Aug 2022, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Mar 2023, 9.19am
Closed areas: 10C management trail closed
The 10C management trail in Dharawal National Park is closed due to landslides until further notice, the trail will be re-opened when cleared and assessed as safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Mar 2023, 8.58am
Closed areas: The Coast track partial closure - Little Garie
The Coast track is closed between Garie and Little Garie until further notice due to rockfalls and erosion.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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