Applies from Mon 19 Jan 2026, 2.18pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 2.18pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Feb 2026, 10.01am

Other planned events: Yambo Forest Rd and Lemon Tree Rd trail closures

There will be some temporary closures on fire trails and roads in Jilliby State Conservation Area via Yambo Forest and Lemon Tree roads from Tue 27 January to end February 2026. During this period on weekdays all fire trails are being upgraded with heavy machinery and heavy vehicles to meet current RFS fire trail standards to improve fire protection for the community. However, Watagan Forest Road remains open with signage installed where heavy machinery is working. 

For more information, call the Munmorah NPWS office 02 4972 9000 or email the team on assets.hcb@dcceew.nsw.gov.au. 

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 6 Feb 2026, 1.23pm to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sat 14 Feb 2026, 8.57am

Fire bans: Park fire ban

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

• They're under direct control of an adult
• The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
• There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.

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• Colongra Swamp Nature Reserve
• Jilliby State Conservation Area
• Tuggerah Nature Reserve
• Tuggerah State Conservation Area
• Wambina Nature Reserve
• Wyrrabalong National Park

Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Feb 2026, 8.55am

Closed areas: Whitemans Ridge Road will be closed until further notice

Whitemans Ridge Road will be closed until further notice due to maintenance works.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2025, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Sun 28 Dec 2025, 11.04am

Safety alerts: Road Maintenance

Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.

Take care and drive to conditions.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 49729000

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Sun 15 Feb 2026, 6.07pm

Closed areas: Muirs Lookout Picnic Area - Closed

Muirs Lookout Picnic Area on Prickly Ridge Road has been closed due to ageing infrastructure, obstructed lookout views to the coast and very low public visitation. Alternative picnic facilities are located nearby in Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park. Further information on other places to visit can be obtained via the NPWS or Forestry Corporation websites. 

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Sun 15 Feb 2026, 6.07pm

Safety alerts: Prickly Ridge Road 4WD only

The section of Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.

To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.  

For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area