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Applies from Thu 19 Feb 2026, 8.30am to Thu 19 Feb 2026, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Feb 2026, 8.32am
Safety alerts: Changed conditions around Mount Canobolas Summit Gardens
From 8:30am Thursday 19 February to 2pm Thursday 19 February 2026 National Parks Staff will be moving soil and mulch around the summit gardens. There will be light barriers however visitors will need to follow speed limits and drive to conditions.
For more information contact our NPWS office 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Feb 2026, 5.40pm
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.
The following roads/tracks/sections are closed:
Katoomba and Leura
- Katoomba Kiosk Reserve, Reids Plateau and Round Walk east are closed to due to Coucil upgrades. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.. Access to Furber Stairs is available from the western side of the Round Walk via Vanimans Lookout.
- 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. 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.
- The Six Foot Track between Explorers Tree and Alum Creek will be closed from Tuesday 10 March to Thursday 12 March 2026 for an aerial pest control operation coordinated by NSW Local Land Services.
- 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.
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.
- Princes Rock walking track is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026. Princes Rock lookout is however accessible from Overcliff/Undercliff track.
- Fletchers lookout is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026.
- Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
- Transit of Venus Track, Paradise Walking Track, L6, L5, L3, L4 Trails in Woodford will be closed from Friday 13 February to Friday 20 February for road maintenance.
Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road
- Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and part of the walking track are closed. For more information visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).
- Govetts descent and parts of Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. Valley access from Blackheath is via Horse Track.
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.
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Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Feb 2026, 12.22pm
Closed parks: Kemps Creek Nature Reserve closed
This park is closed due to Phytophthora contamination, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.
To prevent phytophthora infection and spreading in parks and at home, try these hygiene tips:
- Start your trip with clean, dirt-free, dry gear (including shoes, bike tyres, camping gear, vehicles)
- Use the boot wash or scrub stations provided – these capture contaminated water or control flow to septic or sewage systems where root rot will die
- Stay on formed tracks
- Follow instructions on signage
- Clean your gear again when you get home – try a solution of 70% methylated spirits or ethanol, 30% water, and wash straight into the septic/sewage system. You may want to keep a spray bottle in the car.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Cumberland area office on 02 4580 2750.
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Applies from Tue 27 Jan 2026, 3.32pm to Sun 22 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Feb 2026, 9.15am
Closed areas: Culoul Range fire trail closed for maintenance
Culoul Range Fire Trail of Wollemi National Park is closed on weekdays and weekends for maintenance from Tuesday 27 January to Sunday 22 February 2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 12 Feb 2026, 5.48pm to Sat 21 Feb 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Feb 2026, 6.07pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 pig baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from Monday 16 February 2026 to Friday 20 February 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral pigs.
The program will take place in Trinkey State Conservation Area.
The program is designed to minimise the impacts from feral pigs on the environment, heritage sites and neighbouring properties.
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 Castlereagh NPWS area office for more information on 6843 4000.
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Applies from Sat 14 Feb 2026, 9.00am to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Feb 2026, 3.20pm
Other planned events: Pest Management operation underway
NPWS Mudgee is undertaking a ground trapping operation targeting feral pigs in Capertee NP and the Deweys 40 area of Wollemi National Park.
Please do not approach the trap locations. Traps are checked daily by NPWS staff or a NPWS approved contractor.
For more information please contact the Mudgee Area Office on 02 6370 9000
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Applies from Wed 11 Feb 2026, 11.21am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 11.22am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Feb 2026, 11.26am
Closed parks: Closed area: Murrurundi Pass National Park closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Murrurundi Pass National Park will be closed from 5pm to 5am between Wednesday 11 February 2026 to Tuesday 30 June 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Areas will be closed by signage. Do Not Enter. Penalties apply
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Applies from Fri 6 Feb 2026, 12.16pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Feb 2026, 1.15pm
Closed areas: Jellybean track closure
Jellybean track in the Glenbrook area of Blue Mountains National Park is closed for maintenance until Tuesday 30 June 2026.
Jellybean Pool and car park remain open and are accessible by road only.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Fri 6 Feb 2026, 9.30am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Feb 2026, 1.14pm
Closed areas: Euroka walking track partial closure
Euroka walking track between Mount Portal Road and Euroka clearing is closed for maintenance until Tuesday 30 June 2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Tue 3 Feb 2026, 8.58am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.58am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Feb 2026, 1.13pm
Closed areas: Fletchers lookout
Fletchers lookout, Wentworth Falls, is closed for maintenance until Tuesday 30 June 2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Tue 3 Feb 2026, 8.55am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.56am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Feb 2026, 1.11pm
Closed areas: Princes Rock walking track temporary closure
Princes Rock walking track is closed until Tuesday 30 June 2026 for maintenance. Princes Rock lookout is accessible from the Overcliff-Undercliff track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 8.00am to Thu 2 Apr 2026, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Feb 2026, 2.26pm
Closed areas: Closed for ground pest control operations
Bents Basin State Conservation Area and Gulguer Nature Reserve will close on select nights from 2 February until 2 April 2026 for pest animal control shooting operations.
The operations will run from sunset to sunrise, when the park will be closed to the public. No shooting operations will happen on weekends or public holidays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Cumberland Area Office on 02 4580 2750.
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Applies from Mon 9 May 2022, 8.53am to Wed 1 Jul 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Feb 2026, 10.33am
Closed parks: Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve closed
Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve will remain closed to the public until 2026 due to ongoing flood repairs and enhancements to visitor services and facilities. NPWS will announce a reopening date in the new year.
The closure affects the entire reserve, including walking tracks, campgrounds, Arch Cottage, caves and trails.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4843 5976.
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Applies from Mon 9 Feb 2026, 6.00am to Tue 7 Apr 2026, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Feb 2026, 2.02pm
Closed areas: Tumbledown Trail closed for repairs
Tumbledown Trail in Yengo National Park will be closed for repairs from Monday 9th February to Tuesday 7th April 2026, including weekends.
The fire trail will be closed to all visitors, including pedestrians, cyclists, horse riding and vehicles.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Wollemi-Yengo Area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Feb 2026, 1.46pm
Safety alerts: Walking tracks closed during Extreme or Catastrophic fire danger ratings
During Extreme or Catastrophic fire danger ratings, all walking tracks in Mount Kaputar National Park and Deriah Aboriginal Area are closed.
Before proceeding, check the current fire danger rating here, check the fire danger rating signs, or contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Narrabri office on 02 6792 7300.
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Feb 2026, 9.27am
Closed areas: Sandstone Caves closed due to rockfall hazard
Sandstone Caves walking track will be closed until further notice due to a rock fall hazard.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre on 6843 4011.
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Applies from Thu 9 Oct 2025, 2.36pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Feb 2026, 10.39am
Closed areas: Closed areas: Towarri National Park partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Areas within Towarri National Park may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Thursday 23 October 2025 to Tuesday 30 June 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Areas will be closed by signage. Do Not Enter. Penalties apply
Note: Washpools campground and picnic area will not be directly affected by these closures.
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Applies from Mon 16 Feb 2026, 7.00am to Wed 25 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jan 2026, 4.42pm
Closed areas: Goulburn River Campgrounds Closed for Road Upgrades
Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 16 February to Wednesday 25 February 2026 while the Wollar Creek vehicle crossing is being repaired on Mogo Road. The closed areas are:
- Big River Campground
- Spring Gully Campground
- Thompson's Flat
- Kelly's Gap
- Spring Gully Road
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Mudgee office.
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Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 2.00pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Feb 2026, 8.41am
Closed areas: Dunphys Campground closed for road upgrade
Dunphys Campground and Green Gully Road are closed from Monday 2 February to Tuesday 31 March 2026 while Green Gully Road is upgraded.
There will be no access to the campground from Carlon Creek Track, Bellbird Ridge Firetrail, Ironmonger Track or Ironpot Track. Walkers will need to exit via Narrowneck Trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4787 8877.
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Applies from Wed 8 Oct 2025, 9.46am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 9.46am. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Jan 2026, 2.20pm
Fire bans: PARK 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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Applies from Tue 27 Jan 2026, 11.43am to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 11.43am. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Feb 2026, 9.23am
Other planned events: Herbicide applivation at Mt Canobolas SCA summit to control weeds in summit gardens.
Trained and accredited NPWS staff will be undertaking herbicide application at the summit of Mount Canobolas SCA to reduce and management introduced weeds in the native garden beds.
NPWS staff will be applying Glyphosate under manufacturer recommendations, to introduced weeds in this location. Glyphosate is a relatively safe chemical for weed control and when applied under appropriate conditions is very effective to manage garden weeds.
The site is open for use, however, please be aware that herbicide is being applied within the garden beds.
This project may be occurring regularly to manage reoccurrence of garden weeds.
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Applies from Thu 15 Jan 2026, 1.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Feb 2026, 8.39am
Safety alerts: Washpools Campground – reduced camping sites
Some campsites are currently restricted access due to hazardous trees in the area. Tree works will be scheduled as soon as possible to ensure safety of visitors. Please stay out of cordoned off exclusion areas at all times and be aware of surroundings when setting up. Take care and camp safely.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 23 Jan 2026, 4.57pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jan 2026, 5.01pm
Closed parks: Warranmadhaa National Park - Closed for Park Establishment
Warranmadhaa National Park is closed to visitors while important park establishment works are completed. The park will open in stages for walking and cycling, and overtime, additional facilities for recreation, education and research.
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Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 5.08pm to Sun 2 Aug 2026, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Jan 2026, 5.11pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) and fresh meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The 1080 bating program is ongoing and will continue to be conducted between 2 February 2026 and 2 August 2026 within Cobbora State Conservation Area. All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. Pets and working dogs may be affected and must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity of the nature reserve and must not enter the baiting location (as 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at Bathurst on (02) 6332 7640.
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Applies from Thu 24 Jul 2025, 1.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Jan 2026, 3.10pm
Closed areas: Forest Campground precinct closure
The area west of Glowworm Tunnel Road from Western Boundary Road to Fire Trail No. 1 will be closed from Monday 28 July 2025 for construction of visitor infrastructure works. The closure will be in place for at least 12 months while works continue. Access to Broad Swamp walking tracks remains open.
During the closure, there is no public access to:
- Western Boundary Road
- Red Hill Road
- Camp Road
- Newnes Afforestation Camp
- Any roads within the closed area including access to the southern end of Carne Creek Canyon
Closures are in place to enable the construction of:
- Forest Campground (at the old Newnes Afforestation Camp Ruins) which will include 50 bookable sites, group campground and picnic area
- Upgrading roads for 2WD access
- Rehabilitation of damaged and eroded areas
Additional Temporary Closures: Road Works for Western Boundary and Camp Road
Roadworks extending from Red Hill Road towards Glow Worm Tunnel Road will commence on 27 January 2026 and are expected to be completed by 7 April 2026.
During this approximately 10-week construction period, and in addition to previously notified closures, there will be no public access to the following areas:
- Broad Swamp Loop Walk
- Broad Swamp to Birds Rock Walking Track (Pagoda Walk – Section 1)
- Broad Swamp Car Park
Visitors are advised to plan ahead and follow all on-site signage. For safety reasons, access restrictions will be strictly enforced while works are underway.
Information for camping:
Bush camping is allowed at sites further than 200 metres from park infrastructure such as roads, walking tracks and lookouts.
For information on the access strategy for Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area refer to the Road Access Strategy
For information on the long-term plan for the Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area refer to the Master Plan
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Applies from Fri 12 Dec 2025, 2.15pm to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 2.56pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Jan 2026, 2.04pm
Closed areas: California Track closed due to track work
California track is closed until 5pm Friday 27 February 2026 due to recent rainfall and major track works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Mon 16 Feb 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 20 Feb 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Feb 2026, 8.40am
Closed areas: Coorongooba Campground closed for maintenance
Coorongooba campground closed for maintenance from16/2/26 @ 1700hrs and reopening 20/2/26 @ 0600hrs.
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Applies from Fri 28 Nov 2025, 8.58am to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 9.01am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 9.42am
Closed parks: Jenolan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve closed for ground-based pest control operations
Ground-based pest control operations will happen in Jenolan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve between 20 January and 20 April 2026. The park will be closed during this time.
For any enquiries, please call the Oberon NPWS Office on 6336 6200.
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Applies from Wed 31 Dec 2025, 12.10pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 31 Dec 2025, 12.15pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
The Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
Ground baiting will occur in Pilliga National Park and Pilliga State Conservation Area.
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.
For more information please contact the Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) on 0460 876 654 or NPWS Castlereagh Area on 02 6843 4000.
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Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Jan 2026, 12.04pm
Safety alerts: Washouts on Kaputar Road
There are several washouts on the gravel section of Kaputar Rd in Mount Kaputar National Park.
Washouts can be harmful to vehicles and passengers. Please travel this section of road with caution and drive through washouts at very low speed.
This section of road is not managed by NPWS. Please direct any concerns regarding the condition of the road to Narrabri Shire Council on 02 6799 6866 or council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Thu 18 Jul 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jan 2026, 7.59am
Closed parks: Park closed for major infrastructure repairs and upgrades
Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (including the Visitor Precinct and walking tracks) is closed until 31st December 2026 while major infrastructure repairs and upgrades are underway.
There is no access to the Reserve or Jenolan Caves via the Six Foot Track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Oberon NPWS office on 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 12 Dec 2025, 12.35pm. Last reviewed: Wed 14 Jan 2026, 8.30am
Safety alerts: Howes Trail road condition – experienced 4WD only
Due to recent weather, Howes trail from Putty Road to Yango Track is rough and severely eroded. Experienced 4WD only. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555 or NSW Crown Lands 1300 886 235
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Applies from Mon 5 May 2025, 1.41pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Feb 2026, 6.02pm
Other planned events: Changes to Bald Hill Underground Tourist Mine Tours - Hill End Historic Site
The Bald Hill Underground Tourist Mine operator will no longer be offering tours from 1 July 2025. Tours will not be available for the short term. Please visit the National Parks website for updates.
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Applies from Mon 1 Dec 2025, 9.12am to Mon 1 Jun 2026, 9.14am. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 9.22am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting programs. Baiting is scheduled from 1 December 2025 to 1 June 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
Ground baiting will occur in Warrumbungle National Park.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of foxes on neighbouring stock.
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 Castlereagh Area NPWS area office for more information on 02 6843 4000.
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Applies from Wed 12 Nov 2025, 3.41pm. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Nov 2025, 4.48pm
Closed parks: Snake Rock Aboriginal Area closed
Due to the sensitive nature of this area, access to Snake Rock Aboriginal Area is restricted to approved research and cultural activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 6332 7640.
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Applies from Sat 22 Nov 2025, 1.16pm to Sun 15 Mar 2026, 1.19pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Feb 2026, 9.27am
Other planned events: Park closed 15 March to 21 March 2026 for aerial and ground pest control program
Warrumbungle National Park will be closed from 3pm Sunday 15 March to 9am Saturday 21 March 2026 for an aerial and ground pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Warrumbungle Visitor Centre on 02 6825 4364.
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Applies from Thu 20 Nov 2025, 2.37pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Jan 2026, 12.05pm
Fire bans: Park 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 campfires 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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Applies from Sat 1 Nov 2025, 12.43am to Sun 1 Mar 2026, 12.43am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jan 2026, 8.18am
Fire bans: Fire Ban
A park fire ban will be in place from 1 November 2025 until 31 March 2026 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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Applies from Thu 13 Nov 2025, 2.29pm to Sun 24 May 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Feb 2026, 8.23am
Closed areas: 1080 pest management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs), Felixer grooming traps containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes and feral cats. The program is continuous and ongoing between 25th November 2025 to 24th May 2026 in Yiraaldiya National Park (formerly Shanes Park). Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.
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 and feral cat control in this reserve is designed to eradicate feral predators in a feral predator free area before reintroducing locally extinct animals including threatened species. Baits will only be laid inside the fenced area (the baiting location).
For more information, contact the local park office on:
Cumberland Area office 4580 (business hours)
NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)
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Applies from Wed 23 Jul 2025, 10.16am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jan 2026, 9.15am
Closed areas: Tavern Creek Road Closure
Tavern Creek Road in Abercrombie River National Park is currently closed for maintenance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.16am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 4.45pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Blue Mountains National Park
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)
However the following campgrounds are exempt:
- Galon Cabins
- Murphy's Campground
- Dunphy's Campground
- Burralow Creek Campground
- Euroka Campground
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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Applies from Mon 20 Oct 2025, 2.23pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jan 2026, 3.55pm
Closed areas: Road Works for Western Boundary and Camp Road
National Parks and Wildlife Service are undertaking road improvement works at the area west of Glowworm Tunnel Road from Western Boundary Road to Fire Trail No. 1. It is closed for construction of visitor infrastructure works. The closure will be in place for at least 12 months while works continue. Access to Broad Swamp walking tracks remains open. There will be truck and heavy vehicle movement on Glow Worm Tunnel Road. Visitors must slow down being vigilant of road signs and heavy vehicle movement.
During the closure, there is no public access to:
- Western Boundary Road
- Red Hill Road
- Camp Road
- Newnes Afforestation Camp
- Any roads within the closed area including access to the southern end of Carne Creek Canyon.
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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Applies from Thu 2 Oct 2025, 9.28am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Sun 18 Jan 2026, 2.57pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Abercrombie River NP/SCA
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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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Feb 2026, 11.22am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Hawkesbury-Nattai Reserves
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)
However, the following campgrounds are exempt in the following reserves:
Yellomundee Regional Park
- Shaws Creek Aboriginal Place
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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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.19am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Oct 2025, 9.22am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Wollemi National Park
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)
However the following campgrounds are exempt:
- Coorangooba
- Dunns Swamp (Ganguddy)
- Newnes campground
- Wheeny Creek
- Colo Meroo
- Sheepskin Hut
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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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.12am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Oct 2025, 9.16am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Wollemi-Yengo Reserves
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)
However the following campgrounds are exempt:
Dharug National Park
Mount Royal National Park
Yengo National Park
- Blue Gums Campground
- Mountain Arm Campground
- Yengo House
- Finchley Campground
- Mogo Campground
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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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.11am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Oct 2025, 9.12am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Upper Mountains Reserves
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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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.05am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Oct 2025, 9.11am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Mudgee Reserves
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)
However the following campgrounds are exempt:
Capertee National Park
- Capertee Campground
- Honeyeater Homestead
- Capertee Homestead
- Capertee Cottage
Goulburn River National Park
- Spring Gully campground
- Big River campground
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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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Sat 31 Jan 2026, 8.27pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area
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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Applies from Thu 2 Oct 2025, 12.15pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Dec 2025, 3.35pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban Yerranderie RP & SCA
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.
Applies from Thu 2 Oct 2025, 7.29am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jan 2026, 7.59am
Fire bans: Park 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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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 3.10pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Feb 2026, 9.03am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Evans Crown Nature Reserve
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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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 3.02pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Feb 2026, 9.03am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Turon National Park
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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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Feb 2026, 9.03am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Marrangaroo National Park
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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Applies from Sat 1 Nov 2025, 1.27pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 1.27pm. Last reviewed: Sat 7 Feb 2026, 9.05am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban
A park fire ban will be in place from 1 November 2025 until 31 March 2026 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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Applies from Sat 1 Nov 2025, 12.22am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 7 Feb 2026, 9.05am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban
A park fire ban will be in place from 1 November 2025 until 31 March 2026 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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Applies from Sat 1 Nov 2025, 1.00pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 1.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Jan 2026, 8.49am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban
A park fire ban will be in place from 1 November 2025 until 31 March 2026 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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Applies from Fri 6 Oct 2023, 11.39am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 9.32am
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 Mon 13 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 8.56am
Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban - NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service, Riverina Area
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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Applies from Mon 1 Sep 2025, 7.46am to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Dec 2025, 8.52am
Other planned events: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will be ongoing between 1 September 2025 and 28 February 2025 along management trails in Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area.
Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.
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 should 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 please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Mon 1 Sep 2025, 8.00am to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jan 2026, 11.36am
Other planned events: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will be ongoing between 1 September 2025 and 28 February 2026 along management trails in Goobang National Park.
Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.
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 should 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 please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Wed 17 Sep 2025, 2.16pm to Tue 17 Mar 2026, 2.16pm. Last reviewed: Sun 8 Feb 2026, 8.40am
Other planned events: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program - controlling fox impacts for Biosecurity values.
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will be ongoing between 17 September 2025 and 17 March 2025 along management trails in Tollingo Nature Reserve and Woggoon Nature Reserve.
Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.
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 should 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 please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Mon 25 Aug 2025, 9.38am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 9.39am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Feb 2026, 8.02am
Closed areas: Royal Hotel is temporarily closed.
Royal Hotel is temporarily closed until further notice.
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Applies from Mon 1 Sep 2025, 12.00am to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Feb 2026, 7.59am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) and fresh meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The 1080 bating program is ongoing and will continue to be conducted between 01 September 2025 and 28 February 2026 within Winburndale Nature Reserve. All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. Pets and working dogs may be affected and must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity of the nature reserve and must not enter the baiting location (as 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at Bathurst on (02) 6332 7640.
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Applies from Mon 7 Aug 2023, 11.25am to Thu 1 Aug 2030, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Feb 2026, 5.42am
Other planned events: Craigmoor is closed to the public
Craigmoor is closed to the public. There is no public access to the house or grounds.
See the website for a virtual tour of the house, or contact the local office for information on 6370 9050
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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 10.47am
Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed
Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Feb 2026, 7.43am
Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground - Boobook section permanently closed
The Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground has permanently closed due to flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4720-6200.
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Applies from Sat 12 Jul 2025, 1.48pm to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jan 2026, 1.34pm
Other planned events: Weed Spraying
Maynggu Ganai Historic Site consist of three separate management precincts - locally referred to as the Government House Block, the Military Barracks Block and the Well Block. Please be advised that the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) undertakes regular and ongoing weed spraying operations across these three areas. These weed management works include (but are not limited too) spraying of all of the boundary and timber bollard fence lines and internal walking track routes with Roundup Biactive and Associate (being glyphosate and metsulfuron chemical products respectively). These works are conducted in order to; control exotic grasses and environmental weeds, assist with grounds maintenance activities such as mowing and improve the aesthetics of the site. In addition, NPWS staff then treat other emerging weeds on a cases by case basis, such as St Johns Wort using Grazon Extra.
For further information regarding this activity please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at either Dubbo on 02 6841 7100 or Bathurst on 02 6332 7640
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 1.20pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jan 2026, 7.59am
Safety alerts: Remote walking track conditions
Remote routes within the Kanangra Wilderness Area including Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) trail have been impacted by heavy fire regrowth and flood damage.
In some places, tracks are no longer visible and are not easy to navigate, taking longer to traverse than expected. Limited to zero water sources are currently available along routes.
If you plan to walk in the area, please ensure you have an appropriate level of experience, navigation skills and equipment including Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).
Mobile reception is limited so alternative communication methods are strongly recommended.
For more information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Thu 20 Jul 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jan 2026, 3.52pm
Safety alerts: Haulage trucks using Old Bells Line of Rd
Haulage trucks are in operation along Old Bells Line of Rd between the park entrance near Chifley Road (Zig Zag Railway) and Clarence Sands during the following times:
• Monday to Friday: 04.00 to 18.00
• Saturday: 04.00 to 13.00
During these times road users are reminded to:
• drive with caution
• adhere to the speed limit of 40 km/hr
• listen for truck movements via UHF-11
If a UHF radio is unavailable, NPWS recommends to access the reserve via State Mine Gully Rd. For more information contact the Kanangra Area office on (02) 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 2 May 2025, 8.59am to Fri 1 May 2026, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Jan 2026, 10.41am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Friday 2 May 2025 to Friday 1 May 2026 in the following areas:
- Abercrombie River National Park
- Abercrombie River State Conservation Area
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park
- Blue Mountains National Park (southern section)
- Wollemi National Park (Wolga)
- Gardens of Stone National Park
- Jenolan Karst Conservation Area
- Turon National Park
- Marrangaroo National Park
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
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.
For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 7.48am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.13am
Safety alerts: Yengo National Park road conditions - 4WD recommended
Roads in Yengo National Park are currently not suitable for 2WD vehicles, 4WD is highly recommended. Roads are rough and eroded due to recent May flooding event. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.04pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 10.14am
Closed areas: Kanangra-Boyd management trail closures
The following fire trails in Kanangra-Boyd National Park are closed to the public due to maintenance work on flood damaged fire trails. Heavy plant will be operating in the area:
- Beefsteak Creek
- Moorara Boss
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Tue 18 Feb 2020, 5.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Jan 2026, 8.49am
Closed areas: Tramway trail closed to vehicles due to rockfall
Tramway trail in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area is closed to vehicles until further notice. The closure is due to a rockfall adjacent to the trail.
A geotechnical risk assessment has been undertaken. Repairs to address safety issues need to be undertaken before reopening. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Thu 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Jan 2026, 8.05am
Safety alerts: Reduce speed and drive to conditions
Ongoing wet weather has impacted the roads in this reserve, leaving them washed out and/or under water for long periods of time. While they have dried out, access trails can still have rough surfaces and require maintenance. Please reduce speed, drive to conditions, and be aware of your surroundings. Heavy plant may be working in the area and care should be taken if you come across them.
For more information, contact the NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.
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Applies from Wed 6 Jul 2022, 2.56pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Feb 2026, 11.26am
Safety alerts: Golden Gully track access
Golden Gully will be closed to users when weather forecasts predict 20mm or more of rainfall within a 24 hour period. Erosion and hazards may be present within the gully during and following significant and prolonged periods of rainfall. Please take care and follow on site signage.
For more information contact the NPWS Hill End Historic Site office on 02 6370 9050.
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Applies from Thu 24 Dec 2020, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Feb 2026, 8.40am
Safety alerts: Drinking water in Capertee National Park
You'll need to bring your own water for drinking and cooking in Capertee National Park. Water supplied at Capertee Homestead and Capertee Cottage is untreated and only suitable for showering and washing dishes.
Campers at Capertee and Policemans Point campgrounds should not use water from Capertee River for drinking or cooking.
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Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Feb 2026, 9.00am
Other planned events: Marangaroo National Park
If you plan to stay at an NPWS campground after 1 June 2020 you'll need to make a booking first. This also applies to campgrounds that did not require bookings previously.
If you can't find your preferred campground on a webpage for Marangaroo National Park, please check this list of lesser-known campgrounds and make your booking.
If you're still unable to find your preferred campground phone 1300 072 757.
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