Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Tue 21 March 2023, 8.57am
Applies from Wed 29 Mar 2023, 7.00am
to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 5.00pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 20 Mar 2023, 2.12pm.
Closed areas: Haycock Road intersection upgrade
The Haycock Road intersection is being upgraded from Wednesday 29 March to Friday 31 March 2023. There will be no vehicle access to Haycock Road between 7am and 5pm during this time.
There will be no public access to the following areas:
- Haycock Point picnic area
- Severs Beach
- Barmouth Beach
- Quondola Point
- Pinancles Loop walking track
For further information please contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
Applies from Wed 22 Feb 2023, 12.21pm
to Mon 15 May 2023, 12.23pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 21 Mar 2023, 8.57am.
Closed areas: Lennards Island walking track and carpark closure
Lennards Island walking track and carpark will be closed from Monday 16 January 2023 to Monday 17 April 2023 due to upgrade works.
One carpark space is closed to the public for material storage. Workers will be present on the walking track and carpark.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Fri 24 Mar 2023, 12.51pm to Wed 31 May 2023, 12.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Mar 2023, 12.26pm
Closed areas: Light to Light walk partial closure
The section of Light to Light walk near Boyds Tower, between Leather Jacket Bay and Bobs Rock Road is closed until further notice due to track upgrades. An alternative route with signage is in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 9.18am to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 11.31am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Mar 2023, 9.56am
Closed areas: Hegartys Bay campground closed
Hegartys Bay remote campground is closed until further notice due to fire damage and rehabilitation works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 22 Mar 2022, 3.32pm to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Mar 2023, 9.56am
Closed areas: Doughy Trail bridge closed
Doughy Trail bridge is closed until further notice due to significant safety concerns.
Do not attempt to use the bridge. Please follow safety signage and directions from staff.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Wed 29 Mar 2023, 7.00am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Mar 2023, 2.12pm
Closed areas: Haycock Road intersection upgrade
The Haycock Road intersection is being upgraded from Wednesday 29 March to Friday 31 March 2023. There will be no vehicle access to Haycock Road between 7am and 5pm during this time.
There will be no public access to the following areas:
- Haycock Point picnic area
- Severs Beach
- Barmouth Beach
- Quondola Point
- Pinancles Loop walking track
For further information please contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Mon 20 Jul 2020, 11.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 18 Mar 2023, 10.19am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to bushfire damage
Some areas in this park remain closed due to bushfire damage. Do not enter closed sections of the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.01am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Mar 2023, 8.58am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Friday 1 July 2022 to Saturday 30 June 2023.
The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:
- Araleun Nature Reserve
- Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
- Beowa National Park, formerly Ben Boyd National Park
- Deua National Park
- Eurobodalla National Park
- Gulaga 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
There will be signs at all baiting locations.
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 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Thu 1 Dec 2022, 7.29am to Sun 30 Apr 2023, 7.29am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Mar 2023, 12.03pm
Closed areas: Summerells Fire trail closed
Summerells Fire Trail is closed to vehicles from 1 December 2022 to 30 April 2023. Storm / water damage has made the road unsafe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 64585960
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Applies from Fri 24 Feb 2023, 12.25pm to Mon 19 Feb 2024, 12.26pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Mar 2023, 8.58am
Closed areas: South East Forests - Nungatta Predator Free Area Closure
Roads and trails closed for public access include Laings Road, Link Track, Alex Hut Fire Trail, Reef Road East, Reef Road West, Mervs East Fire Trail, Mervs West Fire Trail and Sandplot Track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Merimbula office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Fri 25 Mar 2022, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Mar 2023, 5.35pm
Closed areas: Kanoonah Road (north) closed due to landslip
Kanoonah Road in Coolangubra section of South East Forests National Park is closed from Myanba Falls Road through to the northern park boundary due to a major landslip following recent heavy rainfall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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