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Applies from Fri 9 Oct 2026, 2.00pm to Sat 7 Nov 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Oct 2026, 12.02pm
Closed areas: Park closed for aerial shooting for feral animal control
The following sections of park will be closed to the public from 2pm Sunday 1st November until 10am Saturday 7th November 2026 for an aerial pest control operation:
- Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
- Berlang State Conservation Area
- Deua National Park (West of Merricumbene Fire Trail) including:
- South East Forest National Park (Nunnock Swamp section) including:
- Alexanders Hut campground
- Nunnock campground
- Postmans campground
- Wadbilliga National Park – West of Wadbilliga
Campgrounds in Wadbilliga National Park as well as Bendethera campground in Deua NP are not impacted by this operation and will remain open.
This program will involve aerial shooting during daylight hours. Feral species targeted under this program include deer, goats, pigs, foxes and other pests. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species.
Closure signs will be established at all visitor access points to the shooting area. Visitors should not enter the shooting area during the closure period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Thu 8 Oct 2026, 1.23pm to Thu 24 Dec 2026, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Oct 2026, 2.41pm
Closed areas: Jersey Cave Temporary Closure
The Jersey Cave will be closed for maintenance works from Monday 12 October to Thursday 24 December 2026. There will be no public access to the cave during this period.
We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
All other visitor areas at Yarrangobilly Caves will remain open during this period and additional guided tours will be scheduled for both the Jillabenan Cave and the North Glory Cave.
For further information please contact the Yarrangobilly Caves Visitor Centre on (02) 6454 9597
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Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 1.04pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 1.05pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 Oct 2026, 6.47pm
Closed areas: Temporary closures at Mimosa Rocks National Park
The National Parks and Wildlife Service is delivering a range of improvements at the popular Mimosa Rocks National Park on NSW’s South Coast. The upgrades will improve flood resilience, sustainability and visitor safety across three key precincts in the park including Aragunnu Beach, Gillards Beach and Middle Beach campgrounds and day use areas.
Work will be completed in stages, and has been scheduled outside of peak holiday times, where possible.
Visitors can expect the following temporary closures:
- From August 2026 to late-2026 Middle Beach campground and day use area will be closed to all public access for upgrades.
- From February 2027 to Mid-2027 Aragunnu campground and day use area is expected to be closed to all access, subject to planning approvals and weather.
- From 14 October 2026 – Mid-2027 Gillards campground and day use area is expected to be closed pending planning approvals and subject to weather.
Alternative camping options include Picnic Point Campground in Mimosa Rocks National Park. Take the opportunity to explore some of the other great parks in the region.
Temporary closures may also occur outside these dates to allow for the works. Plan your trip and check for closure alerts before your visit at nswparks.info.
Visitors are reminded that the area is currently a construction site and is closed to public access. Signs, barriers and fencing are in place for safety. Unauthorised entry to construction sites is prohibited in NSW. Do not enter the site or bypass closure signs, barriers or fencing.
All other areas in Mimosa Rocks National Park will remain open to visitors during these times. Check for park closure alerts before you travel.
For more information or questions, contact the Eurobodalla NPWS Office via email.
Penalties apply for non-compliance
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Applies from Thu 10 Sep 2026, 4.25pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Oct 2026, 8.07am
Safety alerts: High altitude walks - Snow covered and hazardous conditions
Many areas above about 1800m in altitude in Kosciuszko National Park are currently snow covered from recent snowfalls and post winter snow. Please note the following information when visiting these areas:
General:
Be prepared:
- Low visibility, extreme winds, heavy snowfalls can all occur without warning.
- Wear and carry appropriate clothing, carry navigation equipment and be prepared for extreme conditions.
- Track surfaces and signs may not be visible.
Travel with care:
- Choose your routes carefully
- Steep and icy terrain and thin snow/ice cover over rivers and lakes can make travel very dangerous.
- Deep soft spring snow can collapse underneath you - mind your steps.
Avalanche:
- Even at this time of year there is a risk of avalanches in the higher areas of Kosciuszko National Park, particularly on Main Range and around Mount Kosciuszko.
- Steeper, treeless slopes and the tops of ridges where overhanging cornices develop carry the greatest risk.
- Snow stability varies with wind, temperature and the amount and patterns of snowfall.
- Avalanches can occur at any time through winter or spring and can be fatal.
- Back country travellers should check snow and weather conditions before departure and remain alert.
Perisher/Main Range - areas above about 1800m: Including Kosciuszko walk, Main Range walk, Summit walk, Mt Stillwell walk and Hanells Spur walk:
Expect some continuous snow cover and long stretches:
- Skis or snowshoes may make your trip easier and safer. Ensure footwear is waterproof, solid and with good grip.
- Take a map and compass and know how to use them. All tracks are under snow and not visible. Most don't have above snow markers.
- Take extreme caution when on all steep slopes.
High sub-alpine - areas above 1700m: Including Guthega to Charlotte Pass walk, Snowgum boardwalk, Porcupine walk, Schlink Hut walk and Dead Horse Gap track:
Expect short stretches of snow cover:
- Ensure footwear is waterproof, solid and with good grip.
- Take a map and compass and know how to use them. Sections of tracks will not be obvious and most don't have above snow markers.
- Take extreme caution when on all steep slopes due to slippery surfaces.
For more information, call the NPWS Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Tue 15 Sep 2026, 7.00am to Sat 27 Feb 2027, 8.49am. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 5.41pm
Other planned events: Yarrangobilly Village bridge maintenance
Transport for NSW are conducting maintenance works on the bridge on the Snowy Mountains Highway next to Yarrangobilly Village campground between Tuesday 15 September 2026 and Saturday 27 February 2027.
A section of Yarrangobilly Village campground on the north-east side of the bridge will be closed for the duration of the works. There may be increased noise from machinery and equipment during this time.
For more information, call Tumut NPWS (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Fri 21 Aug 2026, 4.02pm to Fri 27 Nov 2026, 4.03pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Oct 2026, 8.30am
Closed areas: Blue Waterholes campground closed for upgrade work
Blue Waterholes campground is closed until Friday 27th November 2026 for significant upgrades. Alternative campgrounds include Magpie Flat campground and Cooleman Mountain campground. Public access will still be permitted to Blue Waterholes day use area to access Clarke and Nichols Gorge walking tracks
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Tumut office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Fri 4 Sep 2026, 11.21am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Oct 2026, 8.50am
Other incidents: Seamans Hut toilet closed
Seamans Hut toilet is closed until repairs are completed. This will occur once access is possible to the site. Please be prepared to carry your waste out or use other alternatives.
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Applies from Tue 25 Aug 2026, 12.15am to Thu 25 Feb 2027, 11.57pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Aug 2026, 2.11pm
Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 25th August 2026 to 25th February 2027. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals including wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Kosciuszko National Park and Clarkes Hill, Bogandyera and Jingellic Nature Reserves.
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.
Please contact the local Khancoban NPWS area office for more information on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Thu 27 Aug 2026, 3.11pm to Sun 28 Feb 2027, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Sun 16 Aug 2026, 3.21pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in the north east precinct of Kosciuszko National Park, Scabby Range and Yaouk Nature Reserves within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area. The program will be continuous and ongoing between 1st September 2026 and 28th February 2027, and will use meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. For further information please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Fri 31 Jul 2026, 9.45am to Tue 2 Feb 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 9.40am
Other planned events: Notification of ongoing 1080 baiting - wild dogs and foxes
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from Friday 7 August 2026 to Tuesday 2 February 2027. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will take place across Kosciuszko National Park Wild Dog Plan Areas including:
- Thredbo/Ingebyra
- Dalgety/Paupong
- Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah
This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:
- Sawpit Creek
- Island Bend
- Thredbo Valley
- Moonbah
- Ingebyra
- Paupong
- Numbla Vale
- Corrowong
Baiting programs will also take place in nature reserves including:
- Paupong Nature Reserve
- Merriangaah Nature Reserve
- Quidong Nature Reserve
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 further information, please call the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Tue 26 May 2026, 3.56pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 3.57pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Oct 2026, 6.49pm
Closed areas: Green Cape Cottages and Telegraph Station closed
Some parts of Beowa National Park are closed until 31 December 2026 while NPWS undertakes refurbishment works. The closed areas are:
- Green Cape Lightstation Keepers' Cottages
- Telegraph Station accommodation
Green Cape carpark, lookout and surrounding walking tracks remain open during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Mon 20 Jul 2026, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Sep 2026, 9.36am
Safety alerts: Mumbulla Creek Road closed to heavy vehicles - Light Vehicles only
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) advises visitors that a section of Mumbulla Creek Road is currently not suitable for heavy vehicles and is accessible to light vehicles only until further notice.
Visitors travelling to Biamanga Cultural Area are advised to use the eastern access route via Whittles Road, Smiths Road, and Lizard Road, then continue along Mumbulla Creek Falls Road. This route bypasses Mumbulla Creek Road and is currently the most suitable access to the area.
Please drive to conditions and allow extra travel time if unfamiliar with the route.
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Applies from Sat 11 Jul 2026, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 19 Sep 2026, 8.30am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE’s) in Kosciuszko National Park from 11 July 2026 to 11 January 2027. It will target areas between Long Plain Road, Port Phillip and Broken Cart Trails.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
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 call the local Tumut NPWS office for more information on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Sat 28 Jun 2025, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Aug 2026, 10.50am
Safety alerts: Tom Groggin Station - suspension bridge closed
The suspension footbridge crossing the Murray River (Victorian border) at Tom Groggin Station is unsafe for pedestrian access and is closed until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information, please contact the Jindabyne NPWS office on (02) 6450 5555.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jul 2026, 12.00am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Oct 2026, 3.34pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Wednesday 1 July 2026 to Thursday 31 December 2026. The operation will use sodium fluoroacetate (1080) poison for the control of wild dogs and/or foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and will take place in:
- Araluen Nature Reserve
- Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
- Beowa National Park
- Berlang State Conservation Area
- Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve
- Bournda National Park
- Bournda Nature Reserve
- Coolumbooka Nature Reserve
- Deua National Park
- Eurobodalla National Park
- Kooraban National Park
- Majors Creek State Conservation Area
- Mimosa Rocks National Park
- Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
- South East Forest National Park
- Wadbilliga National Park
Signs will be placed at the entry to baiting locations. 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Sun 19 Apr 2026, 3.29pm to Fri 13 Nov 2026, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Oct 2026, 9.04am
Closed areas: Hobart Beach Campground Closure
Hobart Beach Campground is closed from Sunday the 19th April 2026 to Friday 4th December for campground upgrade works. Bournda Beach is still accessible from the ocean beach carpark at the end of Bournda road, and from the Bournda Lagoon day use area. Obey all signage and closures. Penalties apply for accessing closed areas. Contact Merimbula office on 6495 5000 for enquiries.
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Applies from Mon 8 Jun 2026, 12.00am to Tue 8 Dec 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Sep 2026, 7.33am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Kosciuszko National Park from Monday 8 June 2026 to Tuesday 8 December 2026.
The program will be conducted in the northern precinct of the park, which includes the following areas:
- Goobarragandra
- Blowering Foreshores
- Big Talbingo/Buddong
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. 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.
Please contact the local Tumut NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 4.01pm to Mon 26 Feb 2029, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Sep 2026, 10.20am
Other planned events: Ongoing increased traffic and roadworks
There is an increase in heavy and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park. This traffic will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the Snowy 2.0 project and other projects in the region.
There will also be ongoing maintenance and upgrades to roads in the area as part of the project, particularly along Link and Tantangara Roads.
To assist in planning your journey safely, please check for alerts on the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service website or Snowy 2.0 Traffic Schedule — Future Generation Joint Venture.
For more information, call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or the Snowy 2.0 FGJV team community hotline on 1800 766 992.
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Applies from Fri 13 Jun 2025, 12.14pm to Mon 26 Feb 2029, 12.27pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Sep 2026, 10.19am
Safety alerts: Wares Yards campground - Changed access conditions
There is an increase in heavy machinery and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park, due to the Snowy 2.0 project.
You are likely to encounter heavy machinery and trucks when accessing Wares Yards campground. This will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the project.
For further information please visit the Snowy 2.0 Traffic Schedule — Future Generation Joint Venture website.
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Applies from Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am to Mon 26 Feb 2029, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Sep 2026, 10.30am
Closed areas: Closed areas due to Snowy 2.0 works
The following areas are closed from Monday 25 February 2019 until early 2029 due to the Snowy 2.0 works:
- Lobs Hole Ravine Road 4WD trail
- Wallace Creek lookout
- Lobs Hole Ravine campground
This closure applies unless otherwise extended or removed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 11.29am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Sep 2026, 10.18am
Closed areas: Tantangara Reservoir partial closure
Some parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently due to Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The areas affected are:
- Tantangara Reservoir adjacent to the Snowy 2.0 construction site and Reservoir boat ramp, adjacent to the Tantangara Dam wall may have intermittent closures due to construction activities.
- For up-to-date timings on closures and controlled blasts please see notifications on the Future Generation website.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 18 Jun 2025, 3.53pm to Sat 10 Oct 2026, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Aug 2026, 12.45pm
Other planned events: Guthega Road - changed speed limit 60km
The speed limit on Guthega Road has been reduced to 60km for the entirety of the road.
Please abide by all traffic control signage and observe all directions from NPWS staff and contractors.
To assist in planning your journey safely, please allow extra time in your travel plans and drive to conditions.
For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre, Jindabyne on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Tue 11 Feb 2025, 11.11am to Tue 2 Feb 2027, 11.11am. Last reviewed: Sun 21 Dec 2025, 9.06am
Safety alerts: Weed Control and Herbicide Application
NPWS will undertake targeted weed control including spot spraying and cut and paint using herbicides.
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Applies from Thu 7 Nov 2024, 10.32am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Oct 2026, 6.49pm
Safety alerts: Gillards Beach access steps closed until further notice
The 5 southern beach access points and the day-use steps at Gillards Campground are currently closed due to severe erosion. Successive large seas have removed large amounts of sand from the beach resulting in these access points being unusable.
Park users staying in sites 1 to 28 should use the beach access steps to the north instead which is easily accessible via a short walk.
Beach access steps for sites 28 to 39 currently remain open.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4476 0800
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Applies from Thu 7 Nov 2024, 12.50pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Aug 2026, 8.59am
Closed areas: Wambaara/Green Bay Trail access closed until further notice
Wambaara/Green Bay Trail is closed to public access from the junction of Wallaga Trail and Wambaara Trail until further notice. There will be no public access to Wallaga Lake from Wambaara/Green Bay Trail until completion of works along this trail.
Road closure signs will be in place and Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 17 May 2023, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Oct 2026, 8.31am
Closed areas: Bullocks Hut closed
Several buildings in the Bullocks Hut complex are closed until further notice for restoration works. Please do not enter the construction sites.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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