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Burrawang walk

Kurnell area in Kamay Botany Bay National Park

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Current alerts in this area

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2026, 8.58am

Closed areas: Bundeena toilets closed for upgrade

The toilets at Beachcomber Avenue in Bundeena (start of the Coast Track) are currently closed for an upgrade. Portable toilets are available nearby while the works are taking place. Walkers will be able pass the worksite to access the Coast Track.

For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 9542 0648.

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Applies from Tue 9 Jun 2026, 12.00am to Tue 23 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2026, 8.56am

Closed areas: Lady Carrington Drive closed for maintenance

Lady Carrington Drive will be closed on weekdays from 9 June to 23 June 2026 for maintenance.

Please obey all closure signage and follow instructions from NPWS staff and contractors.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park area office on 02 9542 0632.

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Applies from Fri 12 Jun 2026, 4.47pm to Mon 22 Jun 2026, 4.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jun 2026, 4.34pm

Closed areas: Section of Path around Turrella Picnic Area Impacted by Construction Works

A section of concrete path at Turrella Picnic Area will be closed for construction works on Friday 12 June to Monday 22 June. The nearby toilet block, picnic area and playground will remain open. 

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Applies from Tue 9 Jun 2026, 6.00am to Fri 17 Jul 2026, 10.13am. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jun 2026, 9.24am

Other planned events: Temporary toilet closures around Audley

Maintenance work will be underway at various locations throughout the Audley precinct from Tuesday 9 June to Friday 17 July 2026. These works will require temporary closure of toilet facilities across several site.

2026 closure schedule:

  • Reids Flat and Pool Flat (9 June to 12 June)
  • Ironbark Flat (15 June to 19 June)
  • Bus Stop (29 June to 3 July)
  • Allambie Flat (6 July to 10 July)
  • Currawong Flat (13 July to 17 July)

NPWS will install temporary toilet and accessible facilities located near the Commonwealth Pavillion and carpark entrance to Iron Bark Flat.  These Facilities will be in place for the duration of the works. Please plan ahead and use alternative facilities where available. All dates are subject to change depending on weather conditions. Updates will be provided if schedules change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

For further information please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 9542 0648.

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Applies from Fri 24 Apr 2026, 1.32pm to Wed 15 Jul 2026, 1.32pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jun 2026, 4.03pm

Other planned events: Upgrade works near the Whale Sculpture at Commemoration flat

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is undertaking construction of a new DDA‑compliant boardwalk and lookout platform to improve visitor access to the whale sculpture at the foreshore. The project is currently underway and scheduled for completion in June 2026.

Once finished, the new structure will provide safer, more inclusive access for all visitors.

For your own safety, please do not access the fenced area and always follow directions from contractors and NPWS staff.

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Applies from Thu 14 May 2026, 7.00am to Thu 18 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jun 2026, 9.02am

Safety alerts: Track surface works - Royal Coast Track

Track surface works are currently underway on the Royal Coast Track between Wedding Cake Rock and Big Marley beach. Visitors may need to be stopped briefly to allow for machinery movements. Please take care and follow instructions from staff on site.

For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 9542 0648

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Applies from Fri 6 Feb 2026, 8.08am. Last reviewed: Sat 6 Jun 2026, 4.40pm

Closed areas: Girrahween Picnic Area - Upcoming closure for upgrade works - 1 June to July 2026

The Girrahween Picnic Area in Wolli Creek Regional Park will be closed for upgrade works from Monday, 1 June to July 2026.

Pedestrian access to walking tracks and toilets will remain open. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Fri 15 May 2026, 10.32am. Last reviewed: Sat 6 Jun 2026, 4.40pm

Closed areas: Areas closed for track upgrade

Some parts of this park are closed from Monday, 1 June to Tuesday, 30 June 2026, while the Highcliff walking track and part of the Girrahween walking track are being upgraded. The closed areas are:

  • Highcliff Track
  • Girrahween track (Turrella Reserve end)

 

Note: These tracks form part of the Two Valley Trail.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Sat 6 Jun 2026, 4.40pm

Closed areas: Closed areas due to rifle range operations

The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be closed on the following dates/times due to ANZAC Rifle Range operations:

  • Every Saturday, 8am to 5pm.
  • The 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month, 8am to 5pm.
  • NSWRA Special Event, Friday 19 June 2026, 11am to 5pm.
  • Champion of Champions Day, Saturday 20 June 2026.
  • City V Country Matches, Sunday 21 June 2026.
  • King Series Championships, Wednesday 24 June to Sunday 28 June 2026.
  • Schools Practice Week, Tuesday 14 July to Friday 17 July 2026.

Do not enter the eastern section of the national park (including Boora Point walking track) when:

  • Red flags are flying above the range
  • The 'rifle range in use' warning signs are displayed at the park entry (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark).
  • Park entry gates are closed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS local office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.

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Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 8.26am

Closed areas: Kurnell Visitor Centre closed

Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed and will remain closed until 2026. A new visitor centre is under construction.

During construction works, the precinct, including the carpark, will be fenced off and work crews will be on-site. Access to some walking tracks will be impacted. Please refer to on-site signage.

Parking and toilets are available at the Cricket Pitch and Commemoration flat precincts.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

To learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Projectemail or call the local area office on 02 9668 2010.

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Applies from Tue 19 Nov 2024, 9.56am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 12.22pm

Closed areas: Skylight Cave permanently closed

Skylight cave is permanently closed to visitors due to serious safety risks. The cave is midway down an unstable cliff, and the risk of falling off the cliff edge while trying to reach it makes it very dangerous. 

There is no approved public access walking track to Skylight cave. Please do not risk your safety trying to reach this location. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Apr 2026, 10.04am

Closed areas: North Era campground closed

North Era campground is closed until further notice. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 4.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 4.35pm

Closed areas: Artillery Track Closed

The Artillery Track of Malabar Headland National Park is closed due to safety concerns.

This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of visitors while we assess and address potential hazards.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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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/walking-tracks/burrawang-walk/local-alerts

Park info

  • in the Kurnell area of Kamay Botany Bay National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
  • 7am–7.30pm all year.

    Areas may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $8 per vehicle per day applies in the Kurnell area only. The park has coin-operated pay and display machines - please bring correct coins. The park also has credit card accepting payment facilities.

    Buy annual pass
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Emergency services

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