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Red Cedar Flat picnic area

Royal National Park

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Upcoming management events

Upcoming management events
Date Event Title
22 April 2026 Other planned events 1080 pest management Details

Applies from Wed 22 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Sun 31 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Apr 2026, 9.56pm

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 29 April to Sunday 3 May 2026 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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Nearby alerts

Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 15 May 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Apr 2026, 1.29pm

Other planned events: Werrong Beach Track maintenance works

Track maintenance works will take place on the Werrong Beach Track from Monday 20 April until Friday 15 May 2026, weather permitting. The track will remain open however please be mindful of machinery on the track and follow direction of workers. Visitors may experience some delays. 

 

For more information, contact the NPWS Royal National Park Visitor Centre on (02) 9542 0648. 

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Applies from Tue 14 Apr 2026, 10.49am to Sat 16 May 2026, 10.54am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 10.59am

Closed areas: Fire Trail closures- Heathcote National Park

Contractors will be undertaking vegetation and surface maintenance on:

- Powerline East fire trail

- Mirang Fire Trail.

No access is permitted to vehicles, walkers and cyclists Monday to Friday.

The trails will re-open on Weekends and public holidays.

Enquiries: 9542 0648 

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Applies from Sun 5 Apr 2026, 2.52pm to Fri 12 Jun 2026, 2.52pm. Last reviewed: Sun 5 Apr 2026, 2.55pm

Other planned events: Bullawarring Walking track maintenance

Contactors will be undertaking surface maintenance to the Bullawarring walking track, Heathcote NP from April through June 2026.

Walkers will still be able to pass, but may be asked to take a brief pause while the team clear the area so it is safe to walk through.

Helicopter operations may also be undertaken during this period.

Enquiries: 9542 0648.

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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 8.27am

Closed areas: Toilets closed for upgrade, Beachcomber Ave, Bundeena

The toilets at Beachcomber Ave, Bundeena (start of the Coast Track) will be closed for an upgrade from 20 April 2026. Portable toilets will be available nearby while the works are taking place, and construction is expected to take six weeks. Walkers will be able pass the worksite to access the Coast Track.

For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 9542 0648.

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Applies from Fri 22 Aug 2025, 12.12pm to Mon 30 Nov 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Mar 2026, 7.43am

Closed areas: No access to Austinmer via Sublime Point Walking Track

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 30 November 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 Mon 18 Aug 2025, 12.00am to Mon 30 Nov 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Feb 2026, 12.22pm

Closed areas: Sublime Point Walking Track closed

The Sublime Point Walking Track is closed for major upgrades from Monday 18 August 2025 to Monday 30 November 2026.

Alternative walking tracks include the Lookout Track to Panorama House, 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 Mon 19 Jan 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Mar 2026, 2.12pm

Other planned events: Access to Kembla mountain bike trails during Harry Graham Drive upgrade

Harry Graham Drive will be closed in both directions between Wollongong Motorcycle Club and Kembla Village from Monday 19 January 2026 until mid-late 2026 (weather permitting), to allow Wollongong City Council to carry out essential road maintenance and upgrades.

During this time, the Kembla mountain bike trails can be accessed as follows:

1. From Mount Keira: The main trail car park is open and signposted off Harry Graham Drive. This is the only access point for beginner trails during the roadworks. Visitors should expect some traffic delays.

2. From Kembla Heights: Harry Graham Drive is temporarily closed to all traffic from Kembla Heights. Access is available for blue and black trails only, and a small carpark is

available. For safety and to avoid congestion, riders are asked not to park on the roadside. Beginner trails will be temporarily inaccessible from Kembla Heights during the roadworks. For access to green runs, please use the main trail carpark via Mount Keira Road.

For more information read the City of Wollongong webpage.

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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Jan 2026, 9.16am

Closed areas: North Era campground closed

North Era campground is closed until further notice. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Fri 5 Sep 2025, 1.38pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 11.59am

Safety alerts: Hazardous track conditions - Wodi Wodi Walking Track

Recent heavy rain has created hazardous track conditions on the Wodi Wodi Walking Track between the Forest Walk and Stanwell Park Train Station. The track is currently experiencing erosion, fallen trees and landslips. It is not suitable for most walkers. 

Please consider alternative walking tracks in the area.

Contact the local NPWS Area Office for more information.  

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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Apr 2025, 4.20pm

Safety alerts: Landslide on Auxillary trail- Heathcote National Park

A landslip occurred on an auxillary trail (near Dingo tunnel) off Lower pipeline fire trail in April 2024. Pedestrians and Cyclists are not permitted to pass the landslip.

Authorised Vehicles are not permitted to drive the auxillary trial until further notice.

There are no walking tracks or visitors facilities in this area.

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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/red-cedar-flat-picnic-area/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Royal National Park in the Sydney and surrounds and South Coast regions
  • Royal National Park is open 7am to 8.30pm but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $12 per vehicle per day. Payment options include Audley Visitor Centre, vehicle entry stations, pay machines and the Park’nPay app.

    Vehicles over 8 seats: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day). Teachers/educational supervisors: free (1 adult per 10 students).

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