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Applies from Sun 18 May 2025, 12.28pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 12.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 9.19am
Closed areas: Worimi Beachfront closed due to hazardous conditions
Worimi beachfront will be closed to vehicles from midday Sunday May 18 until Thursday 22 May due to hazardous sea and beach conditions.
The Recreational Vehicle Area and Ganyamalbaa Campground will remain open.
Conditions will be reviewed regularly and the closure may be extended if necessary.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Anna Bay office on (02) 4984 8200.
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Applies from Thu 15 May 2025, 4.29pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 3.59pm
Closed areas: Gap Creek and Bangalow Campground Closures
Bangalow and Gap Creek campgrounds will be closed between 19th May - 23rd May 2025 to facilitate maintenance work. Signs will be in place around closed areas. You can still access Gap Creek carpark and the Gap Creek Falls walking track during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast Area Office on 4972 9000.
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Applies from Sat 17 May 2025, 6.00pm to Sat 24 May 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 2.47pm
Safety alerts: Flood risk warning
Forecast heavy rainfall may cause flooding of areas in Watagans, Brisbane Water and Wyrrabalong National Parks and Munmorah and Jilliby State Conservation Areas.
Creek crossings may become impassable with fast flowing water and increased water levels following heavy rainfall.
People planning to visit these parks are urged to check for closures, emergency warnings and severe weather updates from the Bureau of Meteorology and State Emergency Service before heading out.
Remember, it’s never safe to walk, ride or drive through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. 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 4320 4200.
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Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 1.26pm to Fri 27 Jun 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 11.01am
Closed parks: Karuah National Park - Entire Park Closure
The park until further notice due to infrastructure repair works and recent storm damage causing the deterioration of conditions on access roads. This closure effects the following parts of Karuah National Park:
- Tattersalls Campground
- Double Wharf Picnic Area,
Karuah will re-open when access roads are safe and repair works are complete.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 10.01am to Fri 27 Jun 2025, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 8.41am
Closed areas: Yuelarbah Track upgrade works
NPWS is undertaking upgrade works to sections of the Yuelarbah Walking Track from the 13th May 2025. Detours will be in place, please help the contractors by respecting the closure of track sections and adhering to signage.
For further information call the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service Office (02) 4946 4100.
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Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 9.50am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 11.18am
Closed areas: Mountain Bike Track Alert - Glenrock SCA
Due to recent rain, NPWS advises riders to not use the mountain bike track network due to wet conditions from 10th May 2025.
Using wet or muddy tracks causes damage and increases risk to riders.
Please help us protect our tracks by riding Management Trails in wet conditions or after rain events.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100.
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Applies from Sun 11 May 2025, 5.51pm to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 5.51pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 6.00pm
Safety alerts: Major roadworks in Sugarloaf State Conservation Area
Major roadworks are ongoing in Sugarloaf State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent road closures should be expected.
Visitors are asked to avoid the area (if possible). Otherwise, please be aware of trucks and machinery working on roads within Sugarloaf SCA and to drive to the conditions.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Lower Hunter Area Office on 02 4946 4100.
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Applies from Tue 6 May 2025, 9.51am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 May 2025, 10.13am
Closed areas: Dr Seuss Track Maintenance
Dr Seuss (Seuss Land) Track, Glenrock SCA, will be closed from the 6th May for essential maintenance works. The works are expected to take 6 to 8 weeks, weather dependant.
Closure signage and physical barriers will be in place when the track is closed. For the safety of contractors please follow and respect any signage and safety measures in place
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4946 4100.
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Applies from Fri 21 Feb 2025, 10.45am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.46pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 8.30am
Other planned events: Rope Road and Click Creek Fire Trail Closed For Road Maintenance
Planned Road maintenance is scheduled for Rope Road and Click Creek Fire Trail from Monday 10th February 2025 until Monday 30th June 2025.
During these times the roads will be closed and pedestrian and vehicle access is not permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast office on (02) 4972 9000.
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Applies from Thu 6 Feb 2025, 12.33pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.33pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 8.29am
Other planned events: Georges Road, 125R Lookout Road and Watagan Road Repairs and Maintenance Work
Planned road maintenance is scheduled for Georges Road, 125R Lookout Road and Watagan Road.
Temporary closure may occur between Monday 3rd February 2025 and Monday 30th June 2025.
Heavy plant and machinery will be operating from the intersection of Heaton Road and Watagan Road, then west along Georges Road.
Pedestrians and vehicles should take caution when accessing these areas.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Munmorah office on (02) 4972 9000.
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Applies from Fri 31 Jan 2025, 11.19am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 3.59pm
Other planned events: Watagan Forest Road / Boarding House Dam Road Repairs and Maintenance
Planned road maintenance is scheduled for Watagan Forest Road / Boarding House Dam Road from Monday 10th February 2025 until Monday 30th June 2025.
Heavy plant and machinery will be operating from the intersection of Heaton Road / Watagan Forest Road south along Watagan Forest Road to the intersection of New Mill Road / Watagan Forest Road.
During these times Watagan Forest Road and the Boarding House Dam visitor precinct may be closed and pedestrian and vehicle access is not permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast Area office on 49 4972 9000.
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Applies from Wed 16 Apr 2025, 11.34am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 9.40am
Safety alerts: Unpatrolled Beach
NPWS recommends swimming at patrolled beaches between the red and yellow flags at the following locations:
- Birubi Point
- One Mile Beach
- Fingal Beach
Please do not swim or enter the water along the unpatrolled beaches on Tomaree National Park and Worimi Conservation Lands. These beaches include:
- Zenith Beach,
- Wreck Beach,
- Box Beach,
- Samurai Beach and,
- Stockton Beach
Tragically, people have drowned while swimming at several locations at these beaches.
Many of the beaches are remote, unpatrolled and have dangerous rip, currents, unexpected large waves and sudden drop offs. Ocean conditions can change rapidly.
Mobile phone service may also be limited. You may not be able to call for help if you need it.
We want everyone to enjoy their visit and to return home safely.
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Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 2.48pm to Mon 26 May 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 10.14am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Hunter Wetlands National Park from 14 April 2025 to 26 May 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
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 Lower Hunter NPWS Area Office for more information on (02) 4946 4100.
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Applies from Sat 18 Jan 2025, 8.36am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 8.51am
Closed areas: Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road Closed Due to Landslip and Rockfall
Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road is closed as it is no longer suitable for 2WD or 4WD vehicles due to risk of landslip and rockfall. This affects access from Watagans National Park to Quorrobolong.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information, please contact NPWS Munmorah office on (02) 4972 9000.
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Applies from Thu 24 Apr 2025, 7.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 3.22pm
Safety alerts: Roadworks Glenrock SCA
There will be a series of temporary fire trail and management trail closures to undertake essential Vegetation Maintenance and to repair surface erosion and drainage structures between Thursday 24 April and Monday 30 June 2025 involving the following trails:
- Yuelarbah Management Trail
- Baileys Fire Trail
- Scenic Drive Fire Trail
- Banksia Fire Trail
- Easement Fire Trail
- Gardiners Link Fire Trail
For your own safety and the safety of NPWS staff and Contractors, please respect any signage and safety measures in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4946 4100
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Applies from Fri 19 Jul 2024, 10.21am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.21am. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Mar 2025, 2.02pm
Closed areas: Gap Creek Forest Walk Part Closed Due to Landslip and Rockfall Risk
Gap Creek Forest Walk is part closed due to the risk of landslip and rockfall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast office on 02 4972 9000
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Applies from Thu 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 10.55am
Closed areas: Little Mountain campground and Little Mountain Road closed for repair
Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while Little Mountain Road is being repaired. The road is impassable.
Barricades are in place around the closed areas. Tattersalls campground and Double Wharf picnic area remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 29 Dec 2023, 2.47pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.36am. Last reviewed: Wed 31 Jul 2024, 9.28am
Safety alerts: Dangerous water conditions
Please do not swim or enter the water at Stockton Beach in the Worimi Conservation Lands. Tragically, people have drowned while swimming here.
The beach is remote, unpatrolled and has dangerous rip currents, unexpected large waves and sudden drop offs. Ocean conditions can change rapidly.
Mobile phone service is also limited here - you may not be able to call for help if you need it.
SWIM BETWEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS AT BIRUBI POINT SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB AT ANNA BAY.
We want everyone to enjoy their visit - and to return home safely.
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Applies from Tue 7 Oct 2014, 1.53pm to Thu 7 Oct 2027, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Apr 2025, 10.21am
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.
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 8 Jun 2023, 6.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 10.32am
Safety alerts: Damaged Bridge on Lone Pine Rd
Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Drews Road in Wallaroo State Forest is closed while damage to a bridge is being repaired.
The Common picnic area is still accessible by 4WD only, from Limeburners Creek Road via Callaghans Trail and Lone Pine Rd.
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Applies from Wed 31 May 2023, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 1.19pm
Safety alerts: Use caution for beach front driving
Beach driving conditions remain variable due to changing swell, tides and weather conditions. Drivers are advised to exercise caution when driving and to check conditions before travel.
Please remember to:
- Look out for soft sand, erosion, wash outs and drop-offs.
- Avoid driving through sea water, foam or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly. Several vehicles on this beach have ended up in the ocean or swamped by water.
- Check conditions before arriving, and if in doubt save your visit for another day.
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over the frontal dune or any vegetation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 from 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
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