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Applies from Mon 14 Sep 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Sep 2026, 11.07am
Hazard reduction burns: Sitella HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 14/09/2026. The fire is called Sitella 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 Mon 14 Sep 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Sep 2026, 11.06am
Hazard reduction burns: Bird Banders West HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 14/09/2026. The fire is called Bird Banders West 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 Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 4.27pm
Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed
Many roads, fire trails and walking tracks in Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to infrastructure repairs, upgrades or damage caused by wet weather including subsidence, rockfalls, landslides and fallen trees.
Katoomba and Leura
- Prince Henry Cliff walk (part of Grand Clifftop walk) between Honeymoon lookout and Sequoia restaurant, Fern Bower track, Leura Forest, Dardanelles Pass and Federal Pass between Leura Forest and junction with Dardanelles Pass are all closed for a helicopter operation Thursday 17 September - weather permitting.
- Fern Bower track is closed for repairs until 30 October 2026. There is no access from Leura Cascades or Cliff Drive to Federal Pass via Fern Bower and Leura Forest.
- Amphitheatre track is closed for urgent repairs from Monday 14 to Friday 18 September.
- The northern access of Leura Cascades Track is closed to due to Council upgrades. Visitors should detour via Prince Henry Cliff Walk to access. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
- Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall hazards. (Visible bridge from Echo Point. Side route off Three Sisters Track and Giant Stairs).
- Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck fire trail) is closed to vehicles near Cliff Drive due to a road subsidence. There is no vehicle access to Golden Stairs trackhead. Walkers and cyclists are permitted.
- Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.
- Six Foot track is closed at the boundary to the Jenolan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve. Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (including the Caves Visitor Precinct) is closed until 31 December 2026. There is no access to the entire reserve during this time.
- Mt Hay Road will be closed from 9 June to 17 December 2026 for fire trail upgrades. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.
- No access to Fortress Ridge/Canyon, Butterbox track/Canyon, Mount Hay Summit track and Lockleys Pylon walking track from 9 June to 17 December to allow for upgrade works along Mt Hay.
Wentworth Falls and Woodford
- Part of National Pass (west of Wentworth Falls middle crossing) is closed due to a major landslide and ongoing risks.
- Wentworth Pass and Slack Stairs are closed due to elevated boardwalk repairs. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls routes.
- Valley of the Waters is closed below Silvia Falls due rockfall hazards. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls.
- Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road
- Govetts descent and parts of Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. Valley access from Blackheath is via Horse Track.
- Dunphys campground, Galong Cabins and Green Gully Road are closed from the 12 October to 26 October while Green Gully Road works are in progress. There is no access to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclist during this time. There will be no access to the campground from Carlon Creek Track, Bellbird Ridge Fire trail, Ironmonger Track or Ironpot Track. Walkers will need to exit via Narrow Neck Trail.
Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing
Juggler (aka Point Pilcher) Canyon exit has been affected by a recent rockfall event. Canyoners should use caution and exit around the impact site.
Some adventure recreation areas and routes may be closed where the access or exit road/track is mentioned above.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre.
Applies from Mon 14 Sep 2026, 12.00am to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 4.04pm
Other planned events: Partial Closure - Horse Riding Trails - Scheyville National Park
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service together with NSW Rural Fire Service will be conducting a hazard reduction burn of approximately 50 hectares in Scheyville National Park to reduce the bushfire hazard to the surrounding areas.
Dates: Monday 14th and Tuesday 15th September 2026 (this date is weather dependent, and the hazard reduction burn may be held anytime within the next 21 days subject to suitable conditions).
The burn is expected to run over 1-2 days, followed by patrols for consecutive days to ensure the fire is extinguished and hazards are removed. It is normal for fire and smoke to be visible during this period as larger fuels burn out.
Location: The burn area is bounded by Old Pitt Town Road, Avondale Rd and Schofields Rd, Pitt Town.
Closures:
- Bird Banders Trail
- Schofield Rd (trail)
- All informal tracks close to the burn area
- Traffic Management will be in place along Avondale Rd and Old Pitt Town Road – please listen to instructions for firefighter and public safety
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service together with NSW Rural Fire Service will be conducting a hazard reduction burn of approximately 33 hectares in Scheyville National Park to reduce the bushfire hazard to the surrounding areas.
Dates: Monday 14th and Tuesday 15th September 2026 (this date is weather dependent, and the hazard reduction burn may be held anytime within the next 21 days subject to suitable conditions).
The burn is expected to run over 1-2 days, followed by patrols for consecutive days to ensure the fire is extinguished and hazards are removed. It is normal for fire and smoke to be visible during this period as larger fuels burn out.
Location: The burn area is bounded by Racetrack Trail, Powerline North Trail and Scheyville Road.
Closures:
- Powerline North Trail
- Racetrack Trail
- All informal tracks close to the burn area
- Traffic Management will be in place along Scheyville Road – please listen to instructions for firefighter and public safety
Trails will remain closed for several days after the burn until assessed as safe.
Drivers and cyclists are advised to take care as there may be reduced
visibility due to smoke. People with asthma or who are susceptible to respiratory problems are advised to take necessary precautions and stay indoors where possible if in a smoke affected area.
Information:
For further information on closures:
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/scheyville-national-park/local-alerts
More information on hazard reduction activities is available at: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au and the www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app website and app.
For health information relating to smoke from bush fires and hazard reduction burning, visit the www.nsw.gov.au/health (NSW Health website) or asthma.org.au (Asthma Australia website).
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Applies from Sun 13 Sep 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 3.29pm
Closed areas: Part of Goulburn River National park is closed for aerial shooting for feral animal control
Parts of Goulburn River NP are closed from 3pm, Sunday 13th of September to 5pm Friday 18th of September 2026 for Aerial shooting for feral animal control.
The closed areas include:
- Big River Campground
- Spring Gully Campground
- Drummers Flat
- Morrisons Flat
- Thompsons Flat
- Mt Dangar Area
- Merriwa River
- Tunnel Trail
The Drip walking track remains open, but walkers should not travel off track down the river, from the lookout.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 6370 9000
Applies from Mon 14 Sep 2026, 12.00am to Mon 21 Sep 2026, 1.45pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 2.01pm
Closed areas: Partial Closure - Scheyville National Park – Bird Bander West Hazard Reduction - bounded by Old Pitt Town Road, Avondale Rd and Schofields Rd, Pitt Town.
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service together with NSW Rural Fire Service will be conducting a hazard reduction burn of approximately 50 hectares in Scheyville National Park to reduce the bushfire hazard to the surrounding areas.
Dates: Monday 14th and Tuesday 15th September 2026 (this date is weather dependent, and the hazard reduction burn may be held anytime within the next 21 days subject to suitable conditions).
The burn is expected to run over 1-2 days, followed by patrols for consecutive days to ensure the fire is extinguished and hazards are removed. It is normal for fire and smoke to be visible during this period as larger fuels burn out.
Location: The burn area is bounded by Old Pitt Town Road, Avondale Rd and Schofields Rd, Pitt Town.
This location is adjacent to the Pitt Town Sports Club.
Closures:
- Bird Banders Trail
- Schofield Rd (trail)
- All informal tracks close to the burn area
- Traffic Management will be in place along Avondale Rd and Old Pitt Town Road – please listen to instructions for firefighter and public safety
Trails will remain closed for several days after the burn until assessed as safe.
Drivers and cyclists are advised to take care as there may be reduced
visibility due to smoke. People with asthma or who are susceptible to respiratory problems are advised to take necessary precautions and stay indoors where possible if in a smoke affected area.
Information:
For further information on closures:
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/scheyville-national-park/local-alerts
More information on hazard reduction activities is available at: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au and the www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app website and app.
For health information relating to smoke from bush fires and hazard reduction burning, visit the www.nsw.gov.au/health (NSW Health website) or asthma.org.au (Asthma Australia website).
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Applies from Mon 14 Sep 2026, 12.00am to Mon 21 Sep 2026, 1.55pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 2.01pm
Closed areas: Partial Closure - Scheyville National Park – Sitella Hazard Reduction - bounded by Racetrack Trail, Powerline North Trail and Scheyville Road.
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Part closure - Scheyville National Park - Sitella Hazard Reduction.
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service together with NSW Rural Fire Service will be conducting a hazard reduction burn of approximately 33 hectares in Scheyville National Park to reduce the bushfire hazard to the surrounding areas.
Dates: Monday 14th and Tuesday 15th September 2026 (this date is weather dependent, and the hazard reduction burn may be held anytime within the next 21 days subject to suitable conditions).
The burn is expected to run over 1-2 days, followed by patrols for consecutive days to ensure the fire is extinguished and hazards are removed. It is normal for fire and smoke to be visible during this period as larger fuels burn out.
Location: The burn area is bounded by Racetrack Trail, Powerline North Trail and Scheyville Road.
Closures:
- Powerline North Trail
- Racetrack Trail
- All informal tracks close to the burn area
- Traffic Management will be in place along Scheyville Road – please listen to instructions for firefighter and public safety
Trails will remain closed for several days after the burn until assessed as safe.
Drivers and cyclists are advised to take care as there may be reduced
visibility due to smoke. People with asthma or who are susceptible to respiratory problems are advised to take necessary precautions and stay indoors where possible if in a smoke affected area.
Information:
For further information on closures:
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/scheyville-national-park/local-alerts
More information on hazard reduction activities is available at: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au and the www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app website and app.
For health information relating to smoke from bush fires and hazard reduction burning, visit the www.nsw.gov.au/health (NSW Health website) or asthma.org.au (Asthma Australia website).
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Applies from Fri 30 Dec 2022, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Aug 2026, 8.45am
Closed areas: Longneck Lagoon walking track partial closure, Scheyville National Park
Longneck Boardwalk currently closed due to flood damage. The rest of Longneck walking track is open.
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Applies from Fri 6 Oct 2023, 11.39am to Thu 28 Jan 2027, 8.59am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jul 2026, 9.00am
Closed parks: Yiraaldiya National Park closed during the establishment of feral predator-free area
Yiraaldiya National Park is a feral predator-free area. This means that feral predators, such as red foxes and feral cats, are being eradicated from the park. Locally extinct native wildlife are being reintroduced, including eastern bettongs, koalas and long-nosed bandicoots. For this reason, there is no access to the park while the feral predator-free area is being established. Once complete, the park will open for sustainable visitor access and enjoyment, and educational and research opportunities.
During the closure period visitors may not visit the park, and only NPWS staff and authorised contractors and volunteers are allowed entry to the park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local park office on 02 4580 2750.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.07pm to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Aug 2026, 9.05am
Safety alerts: Swimming safety in Berowra Valley National Park
Swimming is not advisable in Berowra Creek at certain times as the water may be subject to variable pollution levels and algal blooms. Please refer to the Hornsby Shire Council website before swimming in Berowra Creek. Alternatively you can call the Hornsby Council 24 hour information line on 9847 6666 or the Algal information line on 1800 999 457.
Swimming at Fishponds is not advised at any time due to heavy water pollution.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.For more information, contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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