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Pigeon House Mountain Didthul picnic area

Morton National Park

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Thu 3 Jul 2025, 11.17am. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Jul 2025, 11.23am

Closed areas: George Boyd Picnic Area Toilet Closed due to storm damage

The Toilet at George Boyd Picnic area is closed, due to damage from storms.

The picnic area, lookout and walking tracks remain open

 

For more information contact the local NPWS office: 44549500

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Applies from Wed 2 Jul 2025, 3.21pm to Wed 9 Jul 2025, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Jul 2025, 3.27pm

Closed areas: Road Closure: Misty Mountain Road - Tree Down

Misty Mountain Road in Monga NP is closed due to severe weather and tree fall. 

 

The area will be assessed and re-opened when safe to do so. This alert may be extended if hazardous conditions continue beyond the planned re-opening time.

Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 4476 0800 or via email at npws.eurobodalla@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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Applies from Mon 3 Mar 2025, 12.51pm to Mon 29 Sep 2025, 12.51pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Jun 2025, 1.33pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 3 March 2025 to Monday 29 September 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and/or foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and will take place in:

  • Araluen Nature Reserve
  • Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
  • Beowa National Park
  • Berlang State Conservation Area
  • Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve
  • Bournda National Park
  • Bournda Nature Reserve
  • Coolumbooka Nature Reserve
  • Deua National Park
  • Eurobodalla National Park
  • Kooraban National Park
  • Majors Creek State Conservation Area
  • Mimosa Rocks National Park
  • Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
  • South East Forest National Park
  • Wadbilliga National Park

Signs will be placed at the entry to baiting locations. 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.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

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Applies from Thu 8 May 2025, 6.00am to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jun 2025, 2.49pm

Closed areas: Depot Beach cabins and Depot Beach campground closed

Depot Beach campground and Depot Beach cabins are closed for maintenance until Sunday 31 August. The Depot Beach campground office will also be closed.

If you’re staying at Pebbly Beach campground, Pebbly Beach cabins, Judges House or Yellow Rock Beach House during this period – you can contact the Pretty Beach campground office on 02 4457 2019 if you have a problem and need to speak to staff. 

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

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Applies from Wed 25 Jun 2025, 7.30am to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Jun 2025, 9.34am

Safety alerts: Wild Dog Baiting in Budawang National Park

NSW National Parks is doing a wild dog baiting program using 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) baits in Budawang National Park. The program runs from Wednesday 25th June to Friday 31st October 2025.

This baiting program is in accordance with the 1080 Wild Dog Baiting provisions in the Pesticide Control (1080 Liquid Concentrate and Bait Products) Order 2017.

We are taking precautions to minimise the risk to domestic pets and other non-target species. Please remember, it is an offence under the National Parks and Wildlife Act to allow domestic animals into national parks and nature reserves. It's also an offence to interfere with the wild dog control program.

There will be 1080 baiting notification signs at track heads in each area, with the start and finish dates of the baiting program.

For more information, please call the NPWS Ulladulla office on 02 4454 9500.

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Applies from Sun 1 Jun 2025, 10.27am to Fri 1 Aug 2025, 10.27am. Last reviewed: Sun 1 Jun 2025, 10.30am

Safety alerts: Durras Lake is open to the ocean

Durras Lake is currently open to the ocean

Murramarang South Coast Walkers be advised that walking across the lake opening is potentially dangerous.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Wed 7 May 2025, 7.00am to Fri 8 Aug 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Jun 2025, 8.42am

Other planned events: Road Delays in Conjola National Park

Roadworks will be underway in Conjola National Park from Wednesday 7 May to Friday 8 August 2025.

Expect delays on all roads including:

  • Blackbutt Road
  • Cedar Road
  • Mondayong West
  • Fisherman's Rock Road
  • Berrara Road
  • Grasstree Road
  • Boundary Road

The roads may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.

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Applies from Tue 16 Apr 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 12.00pm

Safety alerts: Cycling Hazards in Conjola National Park

Cycle routes in Conjola National Park may currently be unsuitable for some cyclists due to recent roadworks. There are many sections of large ballast rock that have been used in boggy areas that may be difficult for cyclists to negotiate. It is hoped these will silt up over time and be more suitable for cyclists.

Take care and cycle safely

For more information, contact the local NPWS office

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Applies from Thu 13 Feb 2025, 9.55am to Sat 4 Oct 2025, 9.57am. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Jun 2025, 9.32am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 pest management program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 3rd March 2025 to 3rd September 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals wild dogs and/or foxes.

 

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock and will take place in:

 

Morton National Park (including: 12 Mile Road, Croobyar/Kingiman, Touga/Tolwong, Little Forest Plateau, Redground, Endrick and Sassafras)

Conjola National Park

Murramarang National Park

Parma Nature Reserve

Jerrawangala National Park

Colymea SCA

Bees Nest Nature Reserve

 

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 NPWS Nowra Office on 44286300 or NPWS Ulladulla on 44549500 for more information.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 1.41pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Jun 2025, 11.04am

Closed areas: Penance Grove Boardwalk & Walking Track Closed Permanently

Due to extensive damage to infrastructure and trees during the 2019/2020 fires, the Penance Grove Boardwalk and Walking Track have been permanently closed.  Any reference to these areas on third party websites is old content and now incorrect.  Due to the extent of damage and complete loss of all infrastructure, there are currently no plans to reinstate the area.

 

The Corn Trail walking track, Dasyurus picnic area and Mongarlowe River picnic area all remain available. 

 

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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/pigeon-house-mountain-didthul-picnic-area/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Morton National Park in the South Coast and Country NSW regions
  • Morton National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

    Parts of the south-eastern area of this park were once used for military training and may contain unexploded artillery shells. These areas have restrictions in place for your safety.

  • Park entry fees: 

    Fitzroy Falls: $4 per vehicle per day. Bundanoon area: $8 per vehicle per day. The park has pay machines - cash and cards accepted.

    Buy annual pass
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Emergency services

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