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Applies from Wed 29 Jun 2022, 12.25pm to Fri 8 Jul 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 2.08pm
Bicentennial National Trail is closed in sections between Geehi and Murray Gates trail from Wednesday 29 June 2022 to Friday 8 July 2022 due to creek crossing maintenance. For further information please contact the NPWS Khancoban Visitor Centre on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jun 2022, 2.04pm to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 9.11am
Three Mile Dam campground is closed to vehicles from Wednesday 1 June 2022 until 30 September 2022.
Camping is restricted to walk-in only over the winter period. Parking is available at Goldseekers carpark on Link Road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Tumut Visitor Centre on 02 6947 7025.
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Applies from Tue 8 Mar 2022, 10.34am to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 10.36am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 9.09am
The toilets at the Three Mile Dam campground western peninsular will be closed for construction from Monday 21 March to Friday 30 September 2022.
If you require access to toilet facilities while camping during this time, please use the toilets on the eastern side of the dam or on Link Road.
For more information, contact the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Mon 20 Jun 2022, 3.18pm to Tue 20 Dec 2022, 3.19pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 3.37pm
A baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Monday 20 June until Tuesday 20 December 2022 in Kosciuszko National Park.
The program will be conducted in the northern precinct of the park, which includes the following areas:
Entry into 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 (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 NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Fri 17 Jun 2022, 11.33am to Thu 20 Oct 2022, 11.34am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 11.36am
Planned environmental flow releases from Tantangara Dam into the Murrumbidgee River will occur in June, July and October with several high flow events scheduled.
Please be aware waterways can rise quickly and without warning. Conditions in and along the river could be dangerous. Please stay away from areas where flows are high and banks may be unstable.
The Bicentennial National Trail and a number of other trails cross the river. Access may be impacted during high flows. Information on daily planned water releases can be found on the Snowy Hydro website.
For further information, please contact Tumut Office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Wed 15 Jun 2022, 10.15am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jun 2022, 1.24pm
Goldseekers track and Selwyn Cross Country Ski Trail are unmarked. Back country cross country skiing recommended for experienced skiers only.
For more information contact Tumut Region Visitor Centre on 02 6947 7025.
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Applies from Tue 31 Mar 2020, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Jun 2022, 10.16am
A number of sites in Kosciuszko National Park are closed or may have other restrictions until further notice.
Winter Closures
The following roads are closed for winter:
Campgrounds closed for the winter period include:
Fire-affected areas
Some sections of Kosciuszko National Park which burnt during the 2019/2020 fires remain closed. These areas include:
Huts that burnt down in the 2020 fires. The location is open but there is no hut/building:
Tantangara Road and Tantangara Dam access - Snowy 2.0 works:
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 Wed 8 Jun 2022, 11.34am to Tue 1 Nov 2022, 11.35am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jun 2022, 7.35pm
Areas above 1600m in altitude in Kosciuszko National Park are typically snow covered in winter. Please note the following information when visiting these areas:
General:
Be prepared:
Travel with care:
Avalanche:
Perisher/Main Range - areas above about 1600m, including: Kosciuszko walk, Guthega to Charlotte Pass walk, Main Range walk, Summit walk, Mt Stillwell walk, Snowgum boardwalk, Porcupine walk, Hanells Spur walk, Illawong walk, Schlink Hut walk and Dead Horse Gap track:
Expect continuous snow cover:
Sub-alpine - areas above 1500m - Rainbow Lake walk, Rennix walk, Thredbo River track:
Expect long stretches of snow cover with occasional continuous coverage:
For more information, call the NPWS Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 11.29am to Thu 1 Jun 2023, 11.31am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jun 2022, 8.55am
Some parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently from Sunday 1 May 2022 until further notice, whilst the Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts are conducted. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The closed areas are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 27 May 2022, 11.04am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 4.24pm
Thredbo Valley Track is closed to cyclists between:
The track remains opens between Thredbo Diggings Campground and Bullocks Flat.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Jindabyne NPWS office on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Fri 13 May 2022, 4.12pm to Mon 17 Oct 2022, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 4.22pm
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 wild dogs and foxes. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Monday 16 May to Friday 17 October 2022.
The baited parks and reserves include:
There will be signs at the entry to 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.
For further information call the NPWS Bombala office on 02 6458 5900.
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Applies from Thu 12 May 2022, 10.00am to Sat 12 Nov 2022, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 May 2022, 4.32pm
A baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Thursday 12 May 2022 until Saturday 12 November 2022 in the following parks:
The program will also be conducted in the southern precinct of Kosiuszko National Park, which includes the following areas:
Entry into 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 (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 NPWS Upper Murray area office on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Sat 23 Apr 2022, 4.12pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 May 2022, 8.53am
Buddong Falls track is closed until further notice due to fire damage and unsafe conditions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please call the NPWS Tumut office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Mon 20 Dec 2021, 10.07am. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Apr 2022, 11.42am
Leatherbarrel Creek campground is closed until further notice due to flood damage.
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 Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Mon 11 Apr 2022, 9.54am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Apr 2022, 10.30am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Monday 11th April and Saturday 10th September 2022 in the following parks and reserves:
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserve. 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 NPWS Tumut office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Tue 1 Mar 2022, 4.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Apr 2022, 10.31am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 1 March 2022 and Wednesday 31 August 2022 in the following parks and reserves:
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserve. 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 NPWS Tumut office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Mon 7 Mar 2022, 10.06am to Sat 1 Oct 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Mar 2022, 4.49pm
Manjar fire trail in Kosciuszko National Park is closed and will reopen on Saturday 1 October 2022. The closure is due to ongoing make safe works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Thu 24 Feb 2022, 9.05am to Wed 8 Feb 2023, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Feb 2022, 5.16pm
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 9 February 2022 until 8 February 2023. 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. This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park;
Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.
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 office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Sat 5 Feb 2022, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Feb 2022, 1.01pm
Resurfacing of the Tom Groggin campground/Alpine National Park access road will be happening throughout February 2022. Visitors should be aware of heavy truck movements and machinery undertaking roadworks activities.
Access to the Murrray River and Alpine National Park will still be available. Visitors should expect some delays.
For more information please contact the Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Tue 1 Feb 2022, 3.35pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Feb 2022, 5.01pm
Herbicide application for the treatment of blackberry and St John's Wort is currently being undertaken within the following locations:
Please obey all signage and warnings related to herbicide application.
For more information, please contact the Jindabyne NPWS office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Mon 31 Jan 2022, 10.58am. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Jan 2022, 1.53pm
There has been damage to the road surface of the Barry Way due to widespread weather events. Please drive with caution when accessing the Lower Snowy Drive.
For further information, please contact the NPWS Jindabyne Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Fri 24 Dec 2021, 2.18pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Dec 2021, 11.53am
Bicententennial National Trail (Tom Groggin to Murray Gates) has changed track conditions due to the impact from severe weather events.
Please take care and be aware of hazards when walking, horseriding or cycling in Kosciuszko National Park.
For more information, contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Thu 23 Dec 2021, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Dec 2021, 4.48pm
Alpine way is currently partially closed approx. 3km west of Leather Barrel Creek, due to a rock fall.
Transport for NSW has assessed the hazard, and cordoned-off a short area of road shoulder, reducing the width of road available.
Please take care and drive or ride safely, and watch for oncoming vehicles. Two-way traffic may be restricted at the hazard location.
For more information, contact the Jindabyne NPWS office on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Mon 20 Dec 2021, 10.28am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Dec 2021, 4.44pm
There has been damage to the road surface at Ngarigo campground due to widespread flooding. Please drive with caution when accessing the campground.
For further information, please contact the NPWS Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 4.01pm to Sun 1 Jan 2023, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Jan 2022, 7.42am
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.
Your destination is still accessible. To assist in planning your journey safely, please allow extra time in your travel plans and drive to conditions.
For more information, call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Thu 1 Oct 2020, 5.46pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Dec 2021, 12.28pm
Tantangara Mountain Hut (Harveys Hut) is closed for visitor use due to fire damage.
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Applies from Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 May 2021, 9.52am
Some areas of this park are closed due to the Snowy 2.0 works from Monday 25 February 2019, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed. The closed areas are:
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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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/perisher-valley-office/local-alerts
Park entry fees apply on Alpine Way and Kosciuszko Road
Winter (June to October long weekends): $29 per vehicle per day (24hrs from purchase); motorcycles $12; bus passengers $11.45 per adult, $3.60 per child per day. Find out more about the winter entry surcharge.
Rest of Year: $17 per vehicle per day (24hrs); motorcycles $7; bus passengers $6.60 per adult, $2.20 per child per day.
Passes: Day passes, multi-day passes and annual All Parks Pass available from NPWS visitor centres, local agents and operating vehicle entry stations. Read our Annual Pass FAQs for information. Short Breaks Pass: $68 for 5 days park entry at price of 4 days (not valid winter). Eligible pensioners can apply for a complementary NPWS concession pass, to get free park entry. Download the exemption form (154KB doc).
Buy annual passFor the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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