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Applies from Fri 29 Aug 2025, 2.55pm to Wed 3 Sep 2025, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Aug 2025, 3.00pm
Lady Carrington Drive Closed Due to Helicopter Operation on Wednesday 3rd of December 2025.
Forest Path Walking Loop Track will not be accessible at this time.
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Applies from Sat 30 Aug 2025, 7.01pm to Fri 3 Oct 2025, 3.48pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Aug 2025, 2.27pm
Curra Moors fire trail in Royal National Park is closed on weekdays between Monday 28 July and Friday 3 October 2025 due to maintenance works.
Please obey all closure signage and follow instructions from NPWS staff and contractors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park area office on 02 9542 0632.
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Applies from Sat 30 Aug 2025, 7.01pm to Fri 19 Sep 2025, 3.43pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Aug 2025, 2.26pm
Access to Royal Coast track from Curra Moors loop track in Royal National Park will be closed on weekdays from Monday 28 July to Friday 19 September 2025 due to maintenance works on Curra Moors vehicle trail.
Please obey all closure signage and follow instructions from NPWS staff and contractors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park area office on 02 9542 0632.
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Applies from Mon 11 Aug 2025, 2.04pm to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 2.16pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Aug 2025, 10.24am
Fire trails across Kamay Botany Bay NP (Kurnell Area) will be closed on weekdays from 25/08/2025 until late October (weather depending) due to maintenance works. Trail will be open on weekends.
Cape Baily walking track will remain open. Please always follow directions of staff and contractors to ensure your safety.
Potter Point Road will be closed between 20th October and 22nd October 2025 due to vegetation maintenance works. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access to Potter Point via this road during this time.
Potter Point will still be accessible from Cape Baily walking track.
Please obey all closure signage and follow instructions from NPWS staff and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email or call the local area office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Mon 25 Aug 2025, 12.20pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Aug 2025, 12.35pm
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 Mon 21 Jul 2025, 6.00am to Tue 30 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Aug 2025, 10.33am
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 Thu 28 Aug 2025, 7.00am to Sat 4 Oct 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 24 Aug 2025, 9.45pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting an aerial baiting program using dried meat baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program will occur from Wednesday 3 September to Saturday 6 September 2025 in Royal National Park.
All baiting locations are identifiable by signs. Please don’t touch baits.
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 this reserve is aimed at improving the eco-health of the reserve by reducing predation of ground dwelling mammals and small birds, and specifically targeting fox control along the Hacking River to assist the successful re-introduction of platypus into Royal National Park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Audley office on 02 9542 0632 (business hours) or the NPWS after hours call centre on 1300 056 294.
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Applies from Fri 22 Aug 2025, 12.12pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Aug 2025, 12.20pm
The Forest Walk terminates at Sublime Point due to major upgrades on the Sublime Point Walking Track which is closed from Monday 18 August 2025 to Monday 31 August 2026.
There is no walking access to Austinmer or Austinmer Train Station.
The upgrade is supported by the NSW and Australian Government’s Infrastructure Betterment Fund to repair and rebuild public assets directly impacted by natural disasters since 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For information on alternative walks, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Fri 22 Aug 2025, 9.52am. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Aug 2025, 9.54am
The Mount Keira Ring Track in Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area is closed due to heavy rainfall and increased risk of rockfall and landslide from Friday 22 August 2025.
The walking track will be re-opened after assessing it is safe for public use again.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 4224 4 4188 or npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Fri 22 Aug 2025, 9.12am. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Aug 2025, 9.51am
The Mount Kembla Ring Track is closed due to heavy rainfall and increased risk of rockfall and landslide from Friday 22 August 2025.
The walking track will be re-opened after assessing it is safe for public use again.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 4224 4 4188 or npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 18 Aug 2025, 12.00am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 10.39am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Aug 2025, 2.26pm
The Sublime Point Walking Track is closed for major upgrades from Monday 18 August 2025 to Monday 31 August 2026.
Alternative walking tracks include the Forest Walk, Wodi Wodi Track, Gibson Walking Track, the Woodward Loop Track and the Mount Keira Ring Track.
The upgrade is supported by the NSW and Australian Government’s Infrastructure Betterment Fund to repair and rebuild public assets directly impacted by natural disasters since 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For information on alternative walks, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Aug 2025, 8.09am
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:
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 Tue 29 Jul 2025, 6.00am to Tue 30 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Aug 2025, 8.21am
The Honeymoon Track within the Audley precinct of Royal National Park will be closed for repairs on weekdays only until approximately 30 September 2025. The track will remain available for use on weekends.
For further information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitors Centre on 9542 0648.
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Applies from Wed 6 Aug 2025, 8.00am to Sun 5 Oct 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Aug 2025, 3.36pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Bangadilly National Park (NP), Bargo State Conservation Area (SCA), Burragorang SCA, Guula Ngurra NP, Joadja Nature Reserve (NR), Nattai NP, Upper Nepean SCA and Upper Nepean SCA Stage 2 lands managed by NPWS from Monday 25th August – Sunday 7th September 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to reduce predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to reduce 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 local Glenbrook NPWS area office for more information on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 7 Jul 2025, 8.38am to Fri 19 Dec 2025, 8.43am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Jul 2025, 9.49am
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:
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 Mon 28 Jul 2025, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Jul 2025, 5.56pm
The Commemoration Flat carpark is being upgraded and will be closed from 28 July 2025 until early 2026. Alternate parking is available at the Cricket Pitch carpark.
Commemoration Flat toilets and picnic area remain open, however there will be limited short-term closures as new BBQ and picnic facilities are installed. Access to some walking tracks will be impacted. Please refer to on-site signage.
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 Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Jul 2025, 5.49pm
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 precinct.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
To learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Project, email or call the local area office on 02 9668 2010.
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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Aug 2025, 9.38am
Garie Road is closed until further notice to allow for extensive repairs the road surface. Work is being undertaken by Transport for New South Wales.
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 Fri 9 Dec 2022, 9.15am. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Aug 2025, 8.54am
The Lower Escarpment Fire Trail is closed while roadworks are underway. Please follow all roadwork signs and directions of NPWS staff.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Wollongong NPWS office on 02 4224 4188.
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Applies from Wed 5 Feb 2025, 4.01pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 4.01pm. Last reviewed: Sat 21 Jun 2025, 11.08pm
Walking the full length of The Coast track from Otford to Bundeena or Bundeena to Otford is not currently possible due to several track closures along its length. These closures are necessary due to erosion, rockfall risk and ongoing track upgrade works.
Please note the following closures:
Bushwalker access is available for the following sections of The Coast track:
For further information please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648
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Applies from Tue 19 Nov 2024, 9.56am. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Jun 2025, 3.12pm
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 Tue 6 Feb 2024, 10.28am to Tue 30 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Jul 2025, 8.43am
Woodward track (accessed via Sublime Point) is closed due to damage from heavy rainfall events. Repair works are currently underway and is scheduled to reopen in September 2025 (weather permitting).
For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 4 Mar 2024, 10.28am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Aug 2025, 9.21am
Werrong Beach track in Royal National Park is closed until further notice due to landslides. Signs will be in place around the closed area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Jul 2025, 6.02pm
North Era campground is closed until further notice due to operational activities. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.
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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/lake-eckersley-picnic-area/local-alerts
Heathcote National Park is open sunrise to sunset but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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