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Wategos Beach

Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area

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Applies from Thu 3 Oct 2024, 9.40am to Fri 25 Oct 2024, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Oct 2024, 9.46am

Closed areas: Byan Yangala loop closed

Byan Yangala loop is closed until 2pm Friday 25th October due to the recent weather event. Closed areas include Yelgun Kyoomgun and Weeun Weeun campgrounds. These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Alstonville NPWS office on 02 6627 0200.

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Applies from Thu 26 Sep 2024, 1.25pm to Thu 17 Oct 2024, 5.27pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Oct 2024, 3.07pm

Closed areas: Whiskey Creek walking track - Closed due to storm damage

The following areas are closed from 30 September and 17 October due to storm damage:

  • Whiskey Creek Walking Track

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

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Applies from Mon 30 Sep 2024, 1.32pm to Fri 25 Oct 2024, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Oct 2024, 2.02pm

Closed areas: Yelgun Kyoomgun & Weeun Weenun Campground Closed

Yelgun Kyoomgun & Weeun Weeun Campgrounds within Nightcap NP are closed until 2pm Friday 25th October due to the recent weather event.  Closed Area includes the Byan Yangala Loop walk.  These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Alstonville NPWS office on 02 6627 0200.

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Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 8.27am to Mon 30 Dec 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Oct 2024, 7.41am

Safety alerts: North Rocks Road closed

North Rocks Road is closed until Monday 30 December 2024. The road is currently unsafe to traffic. This closure maybe extended, and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200.

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Applies from Mon 26 Aug 2024, 3.24pm to Mon 18 Nov 2024, 3.24pm. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Sep 2024, 7.35am

Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed in both directions due to major landslip repairs

Nightcap Range Road will be closed for major landslip repairs from 16th September 2024 until 18th November 2024. During this time, the road will be closed in both directions between Rummery Road and Nightcap Ridge.

 

Access to Rummery Park Campground and Minyon Falls will be via Minyon Falls Road only.

 

We apologize for any inconvenience during this time. For more information, please contact NPWS Alstonville Office on (02) 6627 0200.

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/picnic-areas/wategos-beach/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area in the North Coast region
    • Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area is open all hours, but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
    • Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn is open 8am to sunset.
    • The Maritime Museum in the former Lighthouse Keeper’s office at the base of the lighthouse is open 10am to 4pm daily.
    • Opening before 8am for events or disabled access can be arranged by prior notice – contact NPWS Byron Bay office during business hours 02 6639 8300.
  • Park entry fees:

    Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn and Information Centre: $10 per vehicle per hour/$4 per hour motorcycles. Maximum 1 hour per vehicle per calendar day, including all NPWS annual passholders.

    Captain Cook lookout, Cosy Corner, and The Pass: $5 per vehicle/motorcycle per hour. Tap and pay card or phone payments accepted at pay machines. Cash and credit cards accepted at Cape Byron Information Centre.

    Coach entry: $30 per coach up to 30 seats; $57 per coach 31 to 43 seats; $94 per coach 44 seats and over.

    Buy annual pass
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Emergency services

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For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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