Applies from Thu 30 Jan 2020, 2.45pm to Mon 31 Aug 2020, 6.21pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jul 2020, 8.42am

Closed parks: Park closed - hazardous conditions and aerial and ground pest control

This park is closed due to bushfire damage. NPWS are also conducting aerial pest control programs as a result of the fires. Do not enter this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list

• Bell Bird Creek Nature Reserve
• Eagles Claw Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 28 May 2020, 12.38pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jul 2020, 9.16am

Other planned events: Green Cape Lighthouse

Green Cape Lighthouse is closed for tours until further notice to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff. The lighthouse precinct is open.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Ben Boyd National Park
  • Green Cape Lightstation Keepers' Cottages

Applies from Wed 1 Jul 2020, 4.07pm to Thu 31 Dec 2020, 4.08pm. Last reviewed: Sun 26 Jul 2020, 4.40pm

Other planned events: 1080 Ground Baiting Program targeting foxes

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program for foxes using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate). The program will be ongoing and continuous from July 1,2020 to December 31st, 2020. The baited reserves include:

• South East Forests National Park
• Eurobodalla National Park
• Mimosa Rocks National Park
• Bournda National Park and Nature Reserve
• Ben Boyd National Park
• Gulaga National Park

There will be signs at entrance and exits to the 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 Merimbula Office on 02 6405 5000.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Ben Boyd National Park

Applies from Wed 4 Mar 2020, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Jul 2020, 9.45am

Closed areas: Light to Light walk

Light to Light walk is closed due to hazardous conditions and bushfire damage. 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.

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Ben Boyd National Park
  • Boyds Tower to Saltwater Creek walking track
  • Boyds Tower walking track
  • Light to Light walk
  • Saltwater Creek to Bittangabee Bay walking track