Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 8.26pm
Closed areas: Flood affected areas within Myall Lakes National Park
The following areas in Myall Lakes National Park are temporarily closed due to flood impacts:
- Dees Corner campground
- Joes Cove campground
- White Tree Bay campground and picnic area
NPWS is working to reopen these areas as soon as possible.
For more information, call the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
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Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 5.03pm to Sun 19 Apr 2026, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 5.06pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban, Wallingat, Myall Lakes and Tapin Tops National Parks
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect until midnight Sunday 19th April 2026, 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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Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Aug 2025, 10.22am
Closed areas: Yacaaba Headland walking track partial closure
Yacaaba Headland walking track, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Hawks Nest, is open to a viewing point. Beyond this point the track is closed for visitor safety.
Yacaaba Spit track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.
Penalties may apply for non-compliance. For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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