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Applies from Fri 23 Jul 2021, 10.50am to Fri 3 Sep 2021, 10.51am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jul 2021, 11.27am
Other planned events: Closure for aerial spraying program
A number of management trails, walking tracks and visitor areas in Bouddi NP will be closed for an aerial spraying program between Friday 6 August and Friday 3 September 2021. The closed areas are in the eastern and southern coastal sections of the park, the assets affected are:
- Bouddi Coastal Walk
- Mourawaring Moor Trail
- Second Point Trail
- 71 Trail
- Little Beach Trail
- Little Beach
- 78 Trail
- 81 Trail
- Third Point Trail
- Maitland Bay
- Bullimah Beach
- Hawke Head Drive
- Tallow Beach Trail
- Tallow Beach
- Little Tallow Beach
- Box Head Track
- Iron Ladder Beach
- Flannel Flower Track
- Lobster Beach Track
- Lobster Beach
These areas will be closed for 1 day while the helicopter spraying of bitou bush is conducted.
NPWS staff will be present during the helicopter spray operations. Please follow safety signs and directions given by staff. The herbicide used is Metsulfuron-methyl 600WG.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call NPWS Central Coast Area office on 02 43204200 or 02 49729000.
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Applies from Thu 15 Jul 2021, 2.03pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jul 2021, 9.24am
Closed areas: Maitland Bay Information Centre closed due to COVID-19
The Maitland Bay Information Centre in Bouddi National Park is closed from Thursday 15 July until further notice, to protect health and safety of our volunteers, visitors and staff, in-line with current NSW Health orders.
Please comply with the current COVID-19 rules if visiting the local national park during this time. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Check the COVID-19 update page for more information.
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Applies from Fri 19 Mar 2021, 11.09am to Fri 6 Aug 2021, 11.09am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 2.27pm
Closed areas: Bobbin Head playground closed
The Bobbin Head playground is closed to all visitors from Tuesday 6 April to July 2021 for upgrade works. Construction will occur at the following times:
- Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm
- Some Saturdays, 7am to 5pm
Please ensure the safety of children in your care when visiting Bobbin Head.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the local office on 02 8448 0400.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for further information.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 9.24am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.02am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 2.08pm
Closed areas: The Basin campground and picnic area closed
The Basin campground and The Basin picnic area are closed until further notice due to COVID restrictions.
Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
A number of NPWS campgrounds have been closed due to the COVID restrictions. Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 10.40am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 2.05pm
Closed areas: Barbecue and picnic facilities closed due to COVID-19 restrictions
Barbecue and picnic facilities in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park are closed from Sunday 27 June until further notice, due to COVID-19 restrictions.
As a result of the COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
A number of NPWS campgrounds and picnic areas have been closed due to the COVID-19 restrictions. Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Thu 27 May 2021, 10.18am to Wed 11 Aug 2021, 10.23am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 11.33am
Closed areas: Kalkari Discovery Centre closed
Kalkari Discovery Centre is closed from Saturday 19 June 2021 until further notice to protect the health and safety of our volunteers, visitors and staff, in-line with current NSW Health orders.
Please comply with the current COVID-19 rules if visiting your local national park during this time. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Check the COVID-19 update page for more information.
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Applies from Tue 20 Jul 2021, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Jul 2021, 8.16am
Closed areas: Brunkerville trail closed due to landslide
Brunkerville trail is closed due to a landslip during recent flooding event. Repair works are planned and the trail will re-open once the works are complete.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the local office.
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Applies from Mon 12 Jul 2021, 2.25pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jul 2021, 10.54am
Closed areas: Scout Camp Road maintenance works
Maintenance works will be undertaken on Scout Camp Road between Wednesday 14 July and Friday 30 July 2021. For your safety, please avoid the area where possible.
For further information please contact your local office on 02 4946 4100.
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Applies from Tue 23 Mar 2021, 11.13am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jul 2021, 11.35am
Closed areas: Gibberagong boardwalk closed
Gibberagong boardwalk will be closed to all visitors from Tuesday 6 April to mid July 2021, while the boardwalk is replaced. During this time there will be no access to Gibberagong track from Bobbin Head.
Walkers along Gibberagong track who have entered from Murrua Road, North Turramurra or Grosvenor Street, North Wahroonga will be turned around at Gibberagong boardwalk and will not be able to access Bobbin Head picnic areas. Signage and security fencing will be in placed around closed areas.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Sat 26 Jun 2021, 5.24pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jul 2021, 4.30pm
Closed areas: Campgrounds closed due to COVID restrictions
Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
A number of NPWS campgrounds have been closed due to the COVID restrictions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Mon 5 Jul 2021, 2.57pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 2.57pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jul 2021, 4.13pm
Other planned events: COVID-19 safety advice
Please plan ahead when visiting this park. Popular precincts may be closed at short notice to ensure visitation levels do not exceed COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
We encourage you to:
- Plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 3pm.
- Check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park.
- Be prepared to move on if it's not possible to park your vehicle or to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 8.18am to Sat 31 Jul 2021, 8.19am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 11.21am
Closed areas: Bobbin Head Information Centre closed
Bobbin Head Information Centre is currently closed until Saturday 31 July 2021 to protect the health and safety of visitors and staff, in-line with current NSW Health orders.
Please comply with current COVID-19 rules if visiting your local national park during this time and check the COVID-19 update page for more information. . Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please call 02 9472 8949 or send an email.
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Applies from Sat 10 Jul 2021, 1.11pm to Fri 29 Oct 2021, 1.12pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Jul 2021, 11.06am
Closed areas: Gap Creek and Gap Creek Falls walking tracks closed
The three walking tracks from Gap Creek picnic area are currently closed due to storm damage and a planned major upgrade to Gap Creek Falls walking track. Work is currently underway and will continue until the end of October 2021.
Due to the dangerous nature of the work no visitors will be permitted. Alternative bushwalks are located:
- At Boarding House Dam picnic area
- Via Georges Road to Great North walk
- In adjacent State Forest areas.
The work consists of the removal of encroaching and fallen vegetation, installation of 300 new sandstone steps to the base of Gap Creek Waterfall, the repair of drainage controls and the removal of dangerous overhanging rocks.
The aim is to improve and make walking tracks safer for all visitors to Watagans National Park.
For further information please contact the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Sun 4 Apr 2021, 11.11am to Fri 29 Oct 2021, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Jul 2021, 10.14am
Closed areas: Campgrounds closed due to road damage and landslide
There is no visitor access to Bangalow Road due to significant road damage and a landslide. The following areas are also closed:
- Bangalow campground
- Gap Creek campground
- Gap Creek picnic area
- Gap Creek Falls walking tracks
- The Climbers walking track
NPWS is currently assessing a commissioned geo-technical report on the landslide to determine the best options for repair prior to tendering for a contractor. A quote has been accepted for the road repair and this work will start next month. The entry gate is currently locked and no visitor access is permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Central Coast area office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Mon 19 Apr 2021, 9.45am to Mon 23 Aug 2021, 9.46am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Jul 2021, 8.06am
Closed areas: Dudley Beach carpark closure
Dudley Beach carpark will be closed to pedestrians and vehicles from Monday 10 May to August 2021 to ensure visitor safety.
NPWS is renewing and undertaking minor upgrades to improve accessibility and visitor amenity.
Dudley Beach will remain accessible for pedestrians via the Bombala Street, Debs Parade and Banksia Street walking tracks.
The main works at Dudley Beach carpark will include:
- The whole carpark area will be re-surfaced and lines marked
- New viewing platforms
- Picnic facilities will be upgraded with construction of new shelter structures
- Southern beach entry will be resealed and will have a new board and chain pedestrian walkway installed
- New signage across the site.
For your safety, please follow park signage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the local office on 02 4946 4100.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 9.50am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 10.05am
Other incidents: COVID-19 safety advice
Please plan ahead when visiting this park. Popular precincts may be closed at short notice to ensure visitation levels do not exceed COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
We encourage you to:
- Plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 3pm.
- Check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park.
- Be prepared to move on if it's not possible to park your vehicle or to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Thu 20 May 2021, 5.33pm to Mon 30 Aug 2021, 5.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jul 2021, 5.50pm
Closed areas: Centre Trail closed for upgrading
Centre trail is closed for upgrade works from Monday 24 May to Monday 30 August 2021.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm from Monday to Friday.
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Applies from Wed 15 Nov 2017, 1.09pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jul 2021, 11.13am
Safety alerts: Yambo Forest Road not suitable for 2WD
Yambo Forest Road in Jilliby State Conservation Area is not suitable for 2WD vehicles due to rain and potential vehicle damage. 4WD access is possible from Dooralong Road through to the Lemon Tree Road intersection. Lemon Tree Road remains closed. For more information, call the NPWS Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Mon 4 Jul 2016, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jul 2021, 4.21pm
Closed areas: Fire trails, roads closed due to damage
The following fire trails are closed due to illegal 4WD damage:
- Maculata fire trail west of Jilliby Road to Daniels Point fire trail
- Eastern section of Daniels Point fire trail to Jilliby Jilliby Creek
There is no vehicle access across Little Jilliby Jilliby Creek in either direction. Locked gates are in place in several locations.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 3 May 2021, 8.00am to Mon 30 Aug 2021, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jul 2021, 11.01am
Closed areas: Piles Creek loop walk part closure
A section of Piles Creek Loop walking track will be temporarily closed from Monday 3 May 2021 to Monday 30 August 2021 for maintenance works. The walking track will be closed on the eastern side of Piles Creek between Illoura lookout and the intersection with the Great North Walk, south of Rat Gully.
The following areas will remain open:
- The section of walking track on the western side of Piles Creek, linking the suspension bridge and Girrakool Picnic Area.
- The Great North walk
- Girrakool picnic area and Girrakool loop walking track
For your safety, please follow park signage. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Central Coast area Girrakool office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Tue 23 Mar 2021, 3.41pm to Tue 31 Aug 2021, 3.43pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Jun 2021, 4.40pm
Closed areas: Yuelarbah walking track partially closed for maintenance
Yuelarbah walking track is closed for maintenance and upgrades from Leichhardt’s lookout to the beach. A detour is in place on the Yuelarbah management trail to the beach.
For your safety, please avoid Yuelarbah walking track from Leichhardt’s lookout to the beach until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the local office on 02 4946 4100.
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Applies from Thu 26 Mar 2020, 2.47pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jul 2021, 9.34am
Closed areas: Campgrounds closed
The following campgrounds remain closed due to fire and/or flood damage:
- Parr State Conservation Area
- Heartbreak Hill campground
- Wollemi National Park
- Yengo National Park
- Blue Gums campground
- Mountain Arm campground
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.
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Applies from Fri 1 May 2015, 3.29pm to Fri 31 Dec 2021, 9.40am. Last reviewed: Sun 25 Jul 2021, 9.03am
Safety alerts: Road access in Jilliby State Conservation Area
All roads in Jilliby State Conservation Area are unsealed, and not readily accessible by 2WD vehicles. 4WD vehicles should be used at all times. Gates may be temporarily closed on some roads for roadworks, to prevent damage when wet.
For more information, please call the Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Wed 5 May 2021, 3.18pm to Sun 31 Oct 2021, 3.19pm. Last reviewed: Sun 25 Jul 2021, 9.02am
Safety alerts: Notice of pest management program
A pest management program using meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be undertaken between Saturday 1 May to Sunday 31 October 2021.
The program will target the northern side of the park, including some private properties bordering the Congewai Valley. Meat baits will also be delivered by helicopter on one day between the Monday 10 May and Friday 14 May 2021.
All baiting locations will be identified 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 further information, please contact the local office on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Wed 29 Jul 2020, 2.36pm to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 2.38pm. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Jun 2021, 5.05pm
Closed areas: 11km walking track closed
11km walking track in Dharug National Park is closed. This is because the route is hard to follow since the Three Mile Fire.
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Applies from Tue 15 Jun 2021, 2.50pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 11.43am
Closed areas: Mount Ku-ring-gai track to Berowra Station closure
The Whale Platform elevated walkway on Mt Ku-ring-gai walking track is closed due to serious safety concerns.
The platform will be barricaded and signage in place. No access will be permitted across the platform.
The following sections remain open:
- Walkers from Berowra Station can walk as far as the platform closure point (6.5km one way), before returning to Berowra Station.
- Walkers can walk between Mt Ku-ring-gai Station and Apple Tree Bay (3.5km one way)
- Walkers from Apple Tree Bay or Mt Ku-ring-gai Station can also walk as far as the platform closure point (1km one way from Apple Tree Bay).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the North Western Sydney Area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 21 May 2021, 1.11pm to Thu 30 Sep 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Jun 2021, 11.33am
Other planned events: West Head lookout - temporary fencing
West Head lookout is open to visitors, and temporary fencing has been installed at the lookout for public safety. Upgrades will take place in 2021-2022.
Please do not enter the fenced area.
Nearby walking tracks remain open.
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Applies from Mon 24 May 2021, 6.05am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Fri 21 May 2021, 4.18pm
Safety alerts: Maintenance works on mountain-bike single-track network
Maintenance work on sections of the mountain-bike single-track network in Glenrock State Conservation Area is scheduled from Monday 24 May to late July 2021.
The tracks being worked on include:
- Seismick
- Pump Action
- Six Shooter
- Kennys
Access to these tracks will be disrupted during the works.
Please follow signs and the directions of staff and track builders.
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Applies from Thu 13 May 2021, 8.00am to Wed 17 Nov 2021, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Jun 2021, 3.37pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing aerial and ground baiting program in this park from Monday 17 May to Wednesday 17 November 2021. The operation will involve the use of meat baits, meat bait products and ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
This program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, especially after the recent extensive bushfires, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock. This program is carried out as part of the following Blue Mountains Branch Pest Management Strategies: Western Hunter Wild Dog Management Plan, Central Hunter Wild Dog Management Plan & Post Fire Aerial Baiting Program.
All baiting locations will be identified 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please email or call the NPWS Bulga Office on (02) 6574 5555
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Applies from Fri 14 May 2021, 12.07am to Fri 10 Sep 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Jun 2021, 10.34am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting
A pest control program using 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Friday 14 May to Friday 10 September 2021. This baiting program is targeting wild dogs, which, are a major predator of native wildlife.
Buried baits and capsules in ejector devices will be laid in a continuous and ongoing manner throughout Palm Grove Nature Reserve during this period.
Warning signs will be displayed in target areas and visitors must not 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.
Penalties apply for non compliance. For more information, please contact the local office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Tue 11 May 2021, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 May 2021, 9.50am
Closed areas: Awaba Bay Foreshore walk partial closure
The section of Awaba Foreshore walk between the Northern Boundary fire trail and Alexander's picnic area is closed from Tuesday 11 May 2021 until further notice, due to a landslip.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4946 4100.
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Applies from Tue 11 May 2021, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 May 2021, 2.54pm
Closed areas: Toilets closed for maintenance
Blue Gum Hills Regional Park toilets will be closed for maintenance from Tuesday 11 May to Friday 14 May 2021. The toilets will close again from Monday 17 May to Friday 21 May 2021. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4946 4100.
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Applies from Sun 25 Apr 2021, 11.48pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Apr 2021, 9.25am
Other planned events: Orchard Park shelter restoration
The shelters in Orchard Park at Bobbin Head will be undergoing restoration works from Monday 26 April 2021 until mid July 2021.
Signage and security fencing will be erected around closed shelters as they are are progressively repaired. Not all shelters will be closed at once, so you can use the remaining shelters while construction works are completed.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Wed 26 Feb 2020, 10.38am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Feb 2021, 1.46pm
Safety alerts: Watagan Road - not suitable for 2WD vehicles (Cessnock Council section)
Watagan Road from the cattle grid at the southern end of Heaton Road south, uphill to the second cattle grid at the Watagans National Park boundary, is currently not suitable for 2WD vehicles. The road is rough and steep in sections because of erosion caused by rain and vehicle traffic. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the local NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Thu 14 Jan 2021, 11.10am to Tue 1 Mar 2022, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Jan 2021, 2.20pm
Closed areas: Big Yango precinct closed
Some parts of Big Yengo National Park are closed for repair until Tuesday 1 March 2022 following significant storm and fire damage. Trails, fords, buildings and other infrastructure need to be repaired to ensure visitor safety and enjoyment.
The closed areas are:
- Big Yango House
- Blue Gums campground
- Mountain Arm campground
- Big Yango loop trail
- Yango walking track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Sun 31 Jan 2021, 10.41am to Sun 1 Aug 2021, 10.42am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Jan 2021, 1.12pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management
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 Monday 1 February and Saturday 31 July 2021 in Ku-ring-gai Chase 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 this reserve is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
For more information, contact the NPWS Forestville office on 02 9451 3479, the NPWS Lane Cove office on 02 8448 0400 (business hours) or the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (after hours).
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Applies from Fri 31 Jul 2020, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Mar 2021, 2.03pm
Closed parks: Muogamarra Nature Reserve access
Muogamarra Nature Reserve is only open to the public for 6 weeks every year, around spring time. Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access is restricted at other times to approved educational and research activities only.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for further information.
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Applies from Wed 4 Mar 2020, 8.59am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Dec 2020, 8.50am
Closed areas: Yengo National Park - closed areas
The Big Yango precinct and Shepherds Gully Road in Yengo National Park are currently closed for repair and maintenance work.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Wollemi-Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Wed 30 Sep 2020, 11.54am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Sep 2020, 4.00pm
Safety alerts: Ironbark Road access to picnic area - Last 850m 4WD only
The last 850m along Ironbark Road (Crown Road) to access Ironbark picnic area is currently limited to 4WD vehicles only. This section is not suitable to conventional 2WD vehicles due to a severely eroded hill along the Crown Road. Visitors to this section of the park travelling by conventional 2WD vehicles will have to walk the last 850 metres to access to the start of the park and Ironbark picnic area.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 3.40pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jul 2020, 8.16am
Closed areas: Lemon Tree Forest Road closed
The section of Lemon Tree Forest Road, between Prickly Ridge Road and Yambo Forest Road, in Jilliby State Conservation Area is closed to vehicles. This closure will remain in place indefinitely due to severe erosion and 4WD vehicle damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 7 Oct 2014, 1.53pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 May 2020, 12.13pm
Closed areas: Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area closed
Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area are closed for approved underground mining operations. The affected areas (see map) have been closed to protect visitor safety, because they're subject to subsidence and remediation activities from the mining operations.
The Great North Walk remains open. An update will be provided should this situation change.
If you're visiting the park, please be aware of subsidence and pollution incidents that took place in 2013, which were greater than what was expected from normal mining operations. These included a cliff fall in the north, and a subsidence and grout leak incident in the central part of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area.
If you're planning to visit the park during this time, please stay on formed tracks and trails and observe all barriers, warning signs and safety messages. Areas subject to possible cliff fall or subsidence in both areas of the park are clearly marked. For more information, call the NPWS Lower Hunter area office on 02 4946 4100. NSW National Parks safety page.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 3.51pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 May 2020, 3.03pm
Closed areas: Click Creek fire trail and Slippery Rock Road
Click Creek fire trail is closed due to extensive storm damage. The trail will remain closed until maintenance works can be completed. Slippery Rock Road is closed due to eroded surfaces making conditions unsafe. The road will reopen, subject to consent conditions once maintenance work is completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 29 Sep 2014, 1.49pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Apr 2020, 1.17pm
Closed areas: Old Wagstaffe trail - no access through private property
There is no public access to Old Wagstaffe trail through private property. Signs show where public access is not permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury North area office on 02 4320 4200 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 26 Jan 2017, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Mar 2020, 9.01am
Closed areas: Middle Ridge Road - fire trail closed
Middle Ridge Road is closed from the intersection of Null Road. There is no vehicle or pedestrian access to Ravensdale Road. This trail is dormant and not open for public use. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 4 Jan 2019, 1.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Mar 2020, 9.22am
Closed areas: Morisset picnic area
The Morisset section of Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area is closed from Thursday 20 December 2019. There is now no public access to the following areas:
- The Morisset Hospital site
- Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area foreshore
- Morisset picnic area.
Alternative picnic areas are located in the Lake Macquarie Council area in and around the Morisset and Bonnells Bay foreshores. There is no public access to view the kangaroos that frequent the hospital site. Members of the public can contact the hospital administrative office on 02 4973 0222. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Central Coast area Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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