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Khancoban Visitor Centre

Khancoban area in Kosciuszko National Park

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Applies from Mon 2 Sep 2024, 11.47am to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 3.43pm. Last reviewed: Sat 2 Nov 2024, 9.46am

Closed areas: Thredbo River picnic area toilet closed

Recent severe winds have brought down a tree on the toilet block at Thredbo River picnic area. As a result the toilet block is closed and cannot be utilised. Please be aware that contractors will be working  at the site and will have vehicles moving in and out of the area. Other facilities at the site are available.

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Applies from Wed 9 Oct 2024, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Oct 2024, 8.52am

Closed areas: Sections of Kosciuszko National Park closed for feral animal control

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting aerial control operations in some parts of this park. Areas will be closed between 7am, Monday 11 November and 7pm, Friday 29 November 2024. The operation will not run on weekends from 7pm Friday to 7am Monday. As operations are completed a staged re-opening will occur. Closure notices will be placed at relevant access points. Do not enter the closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

The following areas will be closed:

  • The alternative section of the AAWT from Guthega to Charlottes Pass along the Illawong track.
  • Rennix Walk
  • Rainbow Lake Walk
  • Porcupine Walk
  • Waterfall Walk
  • Illawong Walk
  • Guthega to Charlotte Pass Walk
  • Charlotte Pass Village to Perisher Valley Walk 
  • Hannels Spur Track
  • The Main Range - Dicky Cooper Bogong south along Rolling Grounds (down to ~1300m elevation to West, ~1600m elevation to N, E) to Wilkinson Valley
  • Ramshead Range - Merritts Creek east to Sawpit Creek
  • Part of Perisher Range including Mount Guthrie (Snowy River east to Mount Paralyser)
  • The area east of Guthega Link Road, eastwards to Diggers Creek
  • The area east from Diggers Creek (Guthega Road) and north of Kosciuszko Road eastwards towards Jindabyne Pumping Station
  • The area west of Thredbo Resort, Dead Horse Gap Walk and Kosciuszko Walk, bounded by the Alpine Way to the south and down to approximately 1300m elevation in the west to north-west.
  • Cootapatamba Hut
  • Pilot Wilderness Area, between Rileys Track and Big Boggy in the north, and Murray River and Ingeegoodbee in the south.
  • Teddy’s Hut
  • Tin Mine Trail
  • The area south of Mount Jagungal and west of the Brassy Mountains.

The following tracks in this area will remain open during the operation:

  • The official AAWT through the area (apart from the unofficial section noted above in the closed area) remains open.
  • Kosciuszko Walk
  • Summit Walk
  • Summit Trail
  • Main Range Walk
  • Mount Stilwell Walk
  • Pallaibo Walk
  • Dead Horse Gap Walk
  • Thredbo River Walk
  • Thredbo Valley Track

For more information, email the local NPWS office or call 13000 PARKS (1300 072 757).

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Applies from Thu 19 Sep 2024, 1.15pm to Fri 27 Dec 2024, 1.15pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Oct 2024, 9.23am

Safety alerts: Summit Trail- post Winter hazards

Please be aware of hazards along the Summit Trail. The trail is rough in sections because of erosion caused by heavy rainfall and snowmelt.  

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.  

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Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 5 Oct 2024, 10.33am

Closed areas: Kosciuszko National Park closed sites

A number of sites in Kosciuszko National Park are closed or may have other restrictions until further notice.

Road Closures

Olsens Road BEYOND Geehi Dam

Fire-affected areas

Some sections of Kosciuszko National Park which burnt during the 2019/2020 fires remain closed. These areas include:

  • Wolgal and Pattinson's Huts

Huts that burnt down in the 2020 fires

These locations remain open, but the following huts or buildings have been lost:

  • Linesman's No.3 Huts, Round Mountain Hut, and Dry Dam Ski Shelter.
  • Warning: Please take care as there may be broken glass/nails that are uncovered since NPWS made records and cleaned up these sites. Please do not disturb the sites or remove artefacts.

Snowy 2.0 works affecting access to Tantangara Road and Tantangara Dam

  • Access to the southern end of Tantangara Reservoir via Quarry trail is closed to the public.
  • Access to the southern end boat ramp is open, but may be subject to short-term closures.
  • Current boating and camping access to Tantangara Reservoir will still be available at access points on the northern end of the reservoir, via Port Phillip and Dam trails.

Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Thu 3 Oct 2024, 6.00am to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Oct 2024, 9.15am

Other planned events: Temporary increase in presence of feral animal carcasses

NPWS undertook increased feral animal control operations in the northern section of Kosciuszko National Park over winter, as part of a state-wide focus on reducing the impacts of feral animals on NSW national parks.

As a result, higher than usual numbers of feral animal carcasses are temporarily present in the landscape. NPWS advises that there is an increased chance that visitors may encounter carcasses while driving, walking or riding in the area.

Carcasses are generally left in the landscape during most widescale feral animal control operations. They are likely to decompose in approximately 4 weeks over summer. Decomposition is slower in winter.

Carcasses do not pose a health or safety risk to visitors if left undisturbed. Please maintain a respectful distance and do not touch or move carcasses.

If you are uncomfortable or concerned about the presence of feral animal carcasses, you may wish to consider visiting other locations in the park.

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Applies from Mon 29 Jul 2024, 10.07am to Fri 31 Jan 2025, 10.09am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Oct 2024, 6.38am

Closed areas: Round Mountain Hut closed for reconstruction

Round Mountain hut is closed from Tuesday 1 October 2024 to Friday 31 January 2025 while construction works are underway.

Machinery and vehicles will be in use between the Round Mountain track head and the hut site. There will be some noise during this time. Please follow all directions from NPWS staff and safety signage.

The toilet amenities remain open and are accessed via Farm Ridge trail.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the Khancoban Visitor Centre on 02 6070 8400.

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Applies from Fri 9 Aug 2024, 12.00am to Fri 7 Feb 2025, 11.45pm. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Oct 2024, 9.03am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Friday 9 August 2024 and Friday 7 February 2025. These programs are part of an integrated pest animal control strategy, aimed at minimising the impacts of these animals on neighbouring stock.

Baiting programs will be conducted in Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah Wild Dog Plan Areas. Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.

This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:

  • Thredbo Valley
  • Moonbah
  • Ingebyra
  • Paupong
  • Numbla Vale
  • Corrowong

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 (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 7 May 2024, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Fri 18 Oct 2024, 11.16am

Other planned events: Tom Groggin campground - upgrade works

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and contractors will be undertaking upgrade works at Tom Groggin campground throughout winter and spring 2024. These works will include additions to campground facilities and rehabilitation planting.

For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555. 

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Applies from Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am to Mon 1 Feb 2027, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Oct 2024, 1.46pm

Closed areas: Closed areas due to Snowy 2.0 works

The following areas are closed due to the Snowy 2.0 works from Monday 25 February 2019 until early 2027, unless the closure is extended or removed:

  • Lobs Hole Ravine Road 4WD trail
  • Wallace Creek lookout
  • Lobs Hole Ravine campground

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 17 May 2023, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Oct 2024, 8.53am

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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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/visitor-centres/khancoban-visitor-centre/local-alerts

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