Applies from Tue 10 Mar 2026, 8.48am to Tue 17 Mar 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Mar 2026, 11.03am
Closed areas: Some park roads closed due to wet conditions
Due to recent wet weather some park roads remain closed including Mungo Self Guided Drive Tour.
The park roads to Mungo lunette (Walls of China) and Red Top lookout are open.
Before travelling to Mungo National Park please check local Council road conditon reports as access restrictions are in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 5 Jan 2026, 2.00pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jan 2026, 9.00am
Safety alerts: Variable condition of unsealed Council access roads
Council-managed access roads to Mungo National Park are unsealed and in variable condition. Before travelling on any unsealed roads, please check road condition reports for Balranald, Wentworth and Central Darling Shires. Do not travel on closed Council roads.
There are numerous access routes to Mungo National Park and conditions can change quickly due to the weather.
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Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 8.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 8.54am
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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