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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm to Fri 30 May 2025, 2.06pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 2.36pm
Campgrounds and picnic areas in Myall Lakes National Parks closed until further notice due to flooding.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Booti Booti office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Mon 19 May 2025, 10.00am to Fri 30 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 2.20pm
The following beaches in Myall Lakes National Park are closed for 4WD vehicles until further notice:
These areas have been heavily impacted by severe weather. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Fri 9 May 2025, 10.00am to Fri 30 May 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 2.18pm
Bombah Point Ferry in Myall Lakes National Park temporarily closed until further notice due to flooding.
For further information, please contact Manning Great Lakes Area on 6591 0300.
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Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 4.05pm to Fri 30 May 2025, 4.07pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 2.15pm
Vehicle access along Kinka Road in Seal Rocks is limited to residents only. For further information about access to Myall Lakes National Park, please contact Manning Great Lakes Area on 6591 0300
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Applies from Mon 19 May 2025, 10.19am to Tue 27 May 2025, 10.19am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 9.19am
Samurai Beach and campground is closed to vehicles from Monday 19 May 2025 until further notice due to large swells and localised flooding.
Conditions will be reviewed daily and the area will reopen when safe and flood waters recede.
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Sun 18 May 2025, 12.28pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 12.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 9.19am
Worimi beachfront will be closed to vehicles from midday Sunday May 18 until Thursday 22 May due to hazardous sea and beach conditions.
The Recreational Vehicle Area and Ganyamalbaa Campground will remain open.
Conditions will be reviewed regularly and the closure may be extended if necessary.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Anna Bay office on (02) 4984 8200.
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Applies from Wed 7 May 2025, 1.48pm to Fri 1 Aug 2025, 1.50pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 1.54pm
The following roads are closed until further notice due to landslips:
- Jarrah Road
- Masons Bend Road
For further information, please contact Manning Great Lakes Area on 6591 0300.
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Applies from Wed 16 Apr 2025, 11.34am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 9.40am
NPWS recommends swimming at patrolled beaches between the red and yellow flags at the following locations:
Please do not swim or enter the water along the unpatrolled beaches on Tomaree National Park and Worimi Conservation Lands. These beaches include:
Tragically, people have drowned while swimming at several locations at these beaches.
Many of the beaches are remote, unpatrolled and have dangerous rip, currents, unexpected large waves and sudden drop offs. Ocean conditions can change rapidly.
Mobile phone service may also be limited. You may not be able to call for help if you need it.
We want everyone to enjoy their visit and to return home safely.
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Applies from Thu 3 Apr 2025, 11.10am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 9.19am
Tomaree Head Summit Walk lower section can be very slippery in wet weather. Visitors have fallen over on their way down the mountain. Please take extra care on the lower section especially during or after wet weather.
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Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Mar 2025, 5.56pm
The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site is closed to pedestrian access for public safety reasons. Please do not enter the site under any circumstances.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Sat 29 Mar 2025, 10.07am
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 due to track construction and environmental assessments.
Penalties may apply for non-compliance.
Yacaaba Spit track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.
For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Fri 29 Dec 2023, 2.47pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.36am. Last reviewed: Wed 31 Jul 2024, 9.28am
Please do not swim or enter the water at Stockton Beach in the Worimi Conservation Lands. Tragically, people have drowned while swimming here.
The beach is remote, unpatrolled and has dangerous rip currents, unexpected large waves and sudden drop offs. Ocean conditions can change rapidly.
Mobile phone service is also limited here - you may not be able to call for help if you need it.
SWIM BETWEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS AT BIRUBI POINT SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB AT ANNA BAY.
We want everyone to enjoy their visit - and to return home safely.
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Applies from Tue 27 Dec 2022, 12.56pm to Mon 1 Dec 2025, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Feb 2025, 9.10am
The boardwalk between Tamboi trail and Brambles Green campground is permanently closed due to flood damage.
Walkers on the Mungo Track can take the detour at Mungo Brush. Please follow the walking track to the beach and then walk south for 4km. Take the slashed management trail which connects the beach to Mungo Brush Road to re-join the Mungo Track.
For further information, please call Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Wed 31 May 2023, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 1.19pm
Beach driving conditions remain variable due to changing swell, tides and weather conditions. Drivers are advised to exercise caution when driving and to check conditions before travel.
Please remember to:
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over the frontal dune or any vegetation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 from 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
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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/walking-tracks/fort-tomaree-walk/local-alerts
Tomaree National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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