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O'Sullivans Gap picnic area

Myall Lakes National Park

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Oct 2025, 7.23am

Hazard reduction burns: Mackays HR

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 01/10/2025. The fire is called Mackays HR. 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 Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Sun 5 Oct 2025, 5.49am

Other incidents: National Parks picnic and camping area gas Bar-B-Ques not available at Neranie Campground

No NPWS supplied gas BBQ's are operational at Neranie campground and picnic areas due to recent storm damage. Visitors are advised to bring their own portable gas BBQ's when visiting the area.

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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Sat 27 Sep 2025, 9.51am

Closed areas: Flood affected areas within Myall Lakes National Park

The following areas in Myall Lakes National Park are closed due to flood impact:

  • Multiple campgrounds and associated picnic areas (see list of effected areas)
  • Yagon Road
  • Gas BBQ's at Neranie and Mungo Brush Picnic Areas

For more information, call the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.

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Applies from Fri 12 Sep 2025, 2.13pm to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 2.18pm. Last reviewed: Sat 27 Sep 2025, 9.30am

Closed areas: Closed section of park: Snake Island (Booti Booti National Park) closure for deer control shooting operation

Snake Island (booti Booti National Park) will be closed within the following date range for deer control night shoot operations preventing localised economic impacts and protecting biodiversity assets within the park:

  • Oct 21-30, 2025

Do not enter at any time during the night-time operation.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, call the local park office on 02 6591 0300 or email npws.manninggreatlakes@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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Applies from Fri 12 Sep 2025, 7.15am to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 7.17am. Last reviewed: Sat 27 Sep 2025, 9.29am

Closed parks: Closed parks: Bandicoot Island Nature Reserve, Regatta Island Nature Reserve, Durand’s Island Nature Reserve, Wallis Island Nature Reserve, Yahoo Island Nature Reserve, Park closure for deer control shooting operation

Bandicoot Island Nature Reserve, Regatta Island Nature Reserve, Durand’s Island Nature Reserve, Wallis Island Nature Reserve, Yahoo Island Nature Reserve, will be closed within the following date range for deer control night shoot operations preventing localised economic impacts and protecting biodiversity assets within the park: 

  • Oct 21-30, 2025

Do not enter at any time during the night-time operation.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, call the local park office on 02 6591 0300 or email npws.manninggreatlakes@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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Applies from Thu 5 Jun 2025, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Sep 2025, 1.00pm

Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Wallingat National Park

Multiple walking tracks in Wallingat National Park are closed until further notice due to storm and flood damage:

  • Cabbage Palm & Coachwood loop track
  • Double Wharf Trail
  • Sugar Creek Trail

For further information please contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.

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Applies from Sat 4 Oct 2025, 7.00am to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Sep 2025, 3.31pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 13th October 2025 to 27th October 2025.

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

The program will take place in Barakee National Park, Barrakee State Conservation Area, Biriwal Bulga National Park, Bugan Nature Reserve, Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park, Goonook Nature Reserve, Talawahl Nature Reserve, Tapin Tops National Park and Wallamba Nature Reserve.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and to minimise 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 NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office for more information on (02) 6591 0300.

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Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 3.54pm to Sun 30 Nov 2025, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Sep 2025, 2.55pm

Closed parks: The Glen Nature Reserve closed for Fire Access and Fire Trail Upgrades (FAFT)

The Glen Nature Reserve will be closed until 30 November 2025 to allow contractors to undertake trail upgrade works and flood impact assessments and remediation. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.

NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.

For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.

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Applies from Wed 12 Oct 2022, 1.10pm to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Jul 2025, 8.25am

Closed areas: Ferny Creek Campground Closed

Ferny Creek campground is closed until further notice due to a collapsed bridge on the access road.

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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/osullivans-gap-picnic-area/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Myall Lakes National Park in the North Coast region
  • Myall Lakes National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $8 per vehicle per day.

    Day passes are available from a card operated pay machine at Mungo Brush campground or from the Manning Great Lakes Area Office. You can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app. You’ll need a Day Pass or Annual Pass when visiting the park.

    Bombah Point ferry fees may also apply (cash payment only).

    Buy annual pass
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Emergency services

For all NSW fires visit the Rural Fire Service

For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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