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Iris Moore lookout and picnic area

Tomaree National Park

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Applies from Mon 10 Nov 2025, 7.07pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Nov 2025, 11.58am

Fires - Advice: TENTERFIELD RD, NORTH ARM COVE

There is a fire in this park called TENTERFIELD RD, NORTH ARM COVE. 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.

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Applies from Tue 11 Nov 2025, 9.10am to Wed 24 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 12.24pm

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 Booral 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 Mon 10 Nov 2025, 11.49am to Fri 12 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Nov 2025, 12.16pm

Closed areas: Wallaroo National Park Closures due to planned maintenance works

Some parts of Wallaroo National Park are closed from Monday 10 November to Friday 12 December 2025 for planned road maintenance, with heavy plant and machinery in operation.

Roads and trails that will be closed during these works include:   

  • Callaghans Trail
  • Lone Pine Road 
  • Ten Mile Road

During this time, pedestrian and vehicle access is not permitted.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Hunter Coast Area NPWS office on 02 4984 8200.  

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Applies from Wed 5 Nov 2025, 2.52pm to Fri 14 Nov 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Nov 2025, 6.05pm

Safety alerts: Neranie road works

The entrance road to Naranie campground, boat ramp and picnic areas (Neranie Road) in Myall Lakes National Park is undergoing maintenance. Visitors should also expect minor traffic disruptions and visitors 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 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 3.22pm

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 Mon 3 Nov 2025, 11.05am to Fri 14 Nov 2025, 11.05am. Last reviewed: Sat 1 Nov 2025, 11.11am

Closed areas: Tomaree Coastal Walk - Big Rocky to Boulder Bay (Fingal)

The Big Rocky to Boulder Bay section of Tomaree Coastal Walk of Tomaree NP is closed for walking trac k maintenance from Monday 3 November to Friday 14 November. The track will be open on Saturday / Sunday.

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

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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 8.18am

Other incidents: National Parks picnic and campground gas barbecues not available at Neranie campground

No NPWS supplied gas barbecues are operational at Neranie 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: Tue 28 Oct 2025, 3.47pm

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):

  • Neranie Road: Oct – Nov 2025 
  • Korsmans Road: Oct – Dec 2025 
  • Mungo Brush Road - Stage 1 Reseal: 20 Oct to 7 Nov 2025 
  • Stoney Creek Road: Nov 2025 to March 2026
  • Bombah Point Road: Oct 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 Mon 27 Oct 2025, 7.00am to Fri 14 Nov 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Oct 2025, 3.41pm

Closed areas: Areas closed for Road Maintenance

Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 27th October 2025 to Friday 14th November 2025 while road maintenance is occurring. The closed areas are:

  • Scott's Point
  • The Lane
  • Ramsar Rd

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100.

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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.14pm to Sat 24 Jan 2026, 3.14pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Sep 2025, 3.16pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Hunter Wetlands National Park from 30 September to 24 December 2025.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened shorebird 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 contact the Lower Hunter Area NPWS office on 4946 4100.

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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.41pm to Fri 12 Dec 2025, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 12.42pm

Safety alerts: Worimi Conservation Lands Op en - Take Care when traversing the beachfront

Visitors are advised that beach front driving has reopened in the Worimi Conservation Lands.

Take caution at a pinch point 14km to 16km south of the Gan Gan entry, and do not attempt to drive this section if less than 2 hours before or after high tide.

Please remember to:

  • Look out for storm debris, soft sand, erosion, washouts and drop-offs,
  • Avoid driving through seawater, foam or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly.
  • Check conditions before arriving, and if in doubt save your trip for another day.

Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over or behind the frontal dune or on any vegetation.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 from 8;30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.

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Applies from Thu 4 Sep 2025, 3.10pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Sep 2025, 3.48pm

Closed areas: Tomago precinct: intermittent closures for feral animal control (ground shooting)

On selected nights between 4 September 2025 and 30 June 2026, the Tomago precinct of Hunter Wetlands National Park will be closed for ground shooting operations targeting feral deer. When operations are active, affected areas will be signposted “Do not enter.”

Other feral animals, including rabbits and foxes, will be targeted if observed during the operations.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4946 4100 or email npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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Applies from Fri 1 Aug 2025, 10.13am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 10.20am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Oct 2025, 6.05pm

Closed parks: Corrie Island Nature Reserve closed for shorebird nesting season

Corrie Island Nature Reserve is closed from Friday 1 August 2023 to Sunday 31 March 2026 for the protection of beach-nesting shorebirds.

Corrie Island is an important breeding site for endangered little terns and pied oystercatchers. The island is closed to visitors for the duration of the nesting season to reduce disturbance that can cause egg or chick deaths.

During the closure period visitors may not land anywhere on Corrie Island, and only NPWS staff and authorised volunteers are allowed on the island. Pest control activities may be undertaken on the island during this time.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local park office on 02 4984 8200.

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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.43am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Sep 2025, 10.17am

Closed areas: Little Mountain campground and Little Mountain Road closed for repair

Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while repairs and upgrades to the campground are being planned and delivered.

Barricades are in place around the closed areas. Tattersalls campground and Double Wharf picnic area remain open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4984 8200.

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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 1 May 2025, 9.27am. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Nov 2025, 2.25pm

Closed areas: The Welcome Mangrove Walk, Ash Island is closed due to damage

The Welcome Mangrove Walk of Ash Island, Hunter Wetlands NP is closed due to damage, from Monday 26th August until further notice.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Shortland office on 4946 4100.

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Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Oct 2025, 6.04pm

Closed areas: Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site closed

The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site is closed to pedestrian access for public safety reasons. Please do not enter the site under any circumstances.

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

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Applies from Thu 8 Jun 2023, 6.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 10.32am

Safety alerts: Damaged Bridge on Lone Pine Rd

Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Drews Road in Wallaroo State Forest is closed while damage to a bridge is being repaired. 

 

The Common picnic area is still accessible by 4WD only, from Limeburners Creek Road via Callaghans Trail and Lone Pine Rd.

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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/iris-moore-lookout-and-picnic-area/local-alerts

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