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Applies from Fri 17 Sep 2021, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 26 Sep 2021, 8.38pm
Fires - Advice: Fiddletown Creek
There is a fire in this park called Fiddletown Creek . Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 16 Sep 2021, 8.47pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Sep 2021, 10.30pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for fire operations
Tracks and trails in the southern area of Marramarra National Park are closed for active fire operations. The fire response will be continuing over several days and tracks and trails will remain closed until safety assessments have been completed. Closed areas include:
- Marramarra Ridge trail
- Smugglers Ridge trail
- Kulpas trail
- Marramarra Creek trail
- Marramarra Creek campground
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This fire is called Fiddletown Creek. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Tue 23 Mar 2021, 11.13am to Sun 31 Oct 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Sep 2021, 10.11am
Closed areas: Gibberagong boardwalk closed
Gibberagong boardwalk is closed from Tuesday 6 April to the end of October 2021 while the boardwalk is replaced.
- There is no access to Gibberagong track from Bobbin Head during this time.
- There is no access to Bobbin Head picnic areas for walkers who enter Gibberagong track from Murrua Road or Grosvenor Street.
Signage and security fencing will be in placed around closed areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the local office on 02 8448 0400 or 1300 072 757.
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Applies from Tue 3 Aug 2021, 1.07pm to Mon 1 Nov 2021, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Sep 2021, 11.29am
Closed areas: The Basin campground and picnic area closed
The Basin campground and picnic area are closed until Monday 1 November 2021 for maintenance. The Basin Engravings and Mackerel service trails are accessible. The Basin trail is closed past the Mackerel service trail intersection.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 10 Sep 2021, 7.07am to Fri 1 Oct 2021, 11.08pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Sep 2021, 11.25am
Closed areas: Western trail closed
Western trail in Berowra Valley National Park is closed from Monday 13 September to Friday 1 October 2021 while the track is being upgraded.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email or call the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 17 Sep 2021, 10.48am to Thu 30 Sep 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Sep 2021, 11.21am
Other planned events: Barbecue closures at Bobbin Head
The barbecues at The Pavilion and The Station, both at Bobbin Head, will remain closed until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience.
For more information please contact the local area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Wed 1 Sep 2021, 10.52am to Thu 30 Sep 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Sep 2021, 6.49pm
Closed areas: Toilets closed due to COVID-19
The following toilets are closed to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff, in line with current NSW Health orders:
- Cottonwood Glen (13)
- Moola (Area 7)
- Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
- Haynes Flat (Area 32)
For more information please email or call the local area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Sun 22 Aug 2021, 7.14pm to Fri 1 Oct 2021, 7.17pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Sep 2021, 3.00pm
Closed areas: Barbecue facilities closed due to COVID-19 restrictions
NPWS campgrounds, accommodation, visitor centres, guided tours and high-visitation areas, including barbecue facilities in this park, are closed until further notice as a result of the NSW Government’s stay-at-home restrictions. Find out more on our COVID-19 update webpage.
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Applies from Wed 10 Feb 2016, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Sep 2021, 1.00pm
Closed areas: Section of Flat Rock track closed
A section of Flat Rock track - from the Killarney Drive entrance to the Downpatrick Street entrance - is permanently closed where the old track passes through private property near Killarney Point:
- Walkers heading west should exit Flat Rock track at the eastern end of Killarney Drive and use Killarney Drive until you reach Downpatrick Street. Then walk down the street and re-enter Flat Rock track from the Downpatrick Street fire trail.
- Walkers heading east should exit Flat Rock track at the Downpatrick Street fire trail and use Downpatrick Street, then Killarney Drive until you reach the end of Killarney Drive. Re-enter Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Ku-ring-gai Chase area Forestville office on 02 9451 3479.
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Applies from Thu 2 Sep 2021, 1.40pm to Thu 30 Sep 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Sep 2021, 4.42pm
Closed areas: Bobbin Head Information Centre closed
NPWS campgrounds, accommodation, visitor centres, guided tours and high-visitation areas like Bobbin Head Information Centre are closed in this area until further notice as a result of the NSW Government’s stay-at-home restrictions. Find out more on our COVID-19 update webpage.
For more information please call 02 9472 8949 or send an email.
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Applies from Fri 3 Sep 2021, 9.28am to Sun 31 Oct 2021, 9.29am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Sep 2021, 9.36am
Closed areas: Centre Trail closed for upgrading
Centre trail is closed for upgrade works from Monday 24 May to Friday 1 October 2021.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm from Monday to Friday.
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Applies from Thu 2 Sep 2021, 1.47pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Sep 2021, 10.30am
Closed areas: Kalkari Discovery Centre closed
Kalkari Discovery Centre is closed from Saturday 19 June 2021 until further notice to protect the health and safety of our volunteers, visitors and staff, in-line with current NSW Health orders.
Please comply with the current COVID-19 rules if visiting your local national park during this time. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Check the COVID-19 update page for more information.
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Applies from Wed 1 Sep 2021, 11.00am to Thu 30 Sep 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Sep 2021, 10.30am
Closed areas: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - COVID-19 safety
Please plan ahead before coming to this park. Popular precincts may be closed at short notice to ensure visitation levels do not exceed COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
We encourage you to:
- plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 3pm
- check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park
- be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to park your vehicle or maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
For further information please email or phone the local office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Wed 1 Sep 2021, 10.41am to Thu 30 Sep 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Sep 2021, 10.29am
Closed areas: Lane Cove National Park - COVID-19 safety
Please plan ahead before coming to this park. Popular precincts may be closed at short notice to ensure visitation levels do not exceed COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
We encourage you to:
- plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 3pm
- check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park
- be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to park your vehicle or maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
For further information, please email or phone the local office on 02 8448 0400
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Applies from Wed 1 Sep 2021, 10.27am to Thu 30 Sep 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Sep 2021, 10.29am
Closed areas: Area office closed due to COVID-19 lockdown
The Lane Cove area office will be closed until Friday 30 September 2021 due to the NSW Government COVID-19 restrictions for the Greater Sydney area.
For further information, please email or call 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Sun 22 Aug 2021, 6.45pm to Tue 5 Oct 2021, 6.52pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Sep 2021, 9.51am
Other planned events: Forestville office closed to visitors
Forestville office is closed until further notice to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff. You can still email or call us on 02 9451 3479.
Annual passes can be purchased online or phone:
Online:
- NPWS website
- Service NSW when renewing your NSW vehicle registration. This includes $15 discount on a 1 year All Parks Pass or 1 year Multi Parks Pass
Phone: National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 10.40am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Sep 2021, 9.52am
Closed areas: Barbecue and picnic facilities closed due to COVID-19 restrictions
NPWS campgrounds, accommodation, visitor centres, guided tours and high-visitation areas like barbecue and picnic facilities are closed in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park until further notice as a result of the NSW Government’s stay-at-home restrictions. Find out more on our COVID-19 update webpage.
Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 for further information.
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Applies from Fri 21 May 2021, 1.11pm to Sun 30 Jan 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Sep 2021, 9.50am
Other planned events: West Head lookout - temporary fencing
West Head lookout is open to visitors, and temporary fencing has been installed at the lookout for public safety. Upgrades will take place in 2021-2022.
Please do not enter the fenced area.
Nearby walking tracks remain open.
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Applies from Sat 31 Jul 2021, 9.45am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Aug 2021, 9.50am
Closed areas: Campgrounds closed due to COVID restrictions
Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
A number of NPWS campgrounds have been closed due to the COVID restrictions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Sun 1 Aug 2021, 1.00am to Tue 1 Feb 2022, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 4.01pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 pest management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Sunday 1 August 2021 and Monday 31 January 2022 in Lane Cove National Park.
Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.
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 must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Forestville office 02 9451 3479 or Lane Cove office on 8448 0400.
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Applies from Sun 1 Aug 2021, 1.00am to Tue 1 Feb 2022, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 4.00pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 pest management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Sunday 1 August 2021 and Monday 31 January 2022 in Garigal National Park.
Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.
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 must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Forestville office 02 9451 3479 or Lane Cove office on 8448 0400.
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Applies from Sun 1 Aug 2021, 1.00am to Tue 1 Feb 2022, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 3.59pm
Other planned events: Notice of pest control program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Sunday 1 August 2021 and Monday 31 January 2022 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.
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 must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Forestville office 02 9451 3479 or Lane Cove office on 8448 0400.
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Applies from Tue 20 Oct 2020, 11.51am. Last reviewed: Mon 26 Jul 2021, 1.04pm
Other planned events: Lane Cove National Park - increased visitation
This is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity required by COVID-19 social distancing guidelines.
We encourage you to:
- Plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 3pm
- Check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park.
- Be prepared to move on if it is no longer possible for you to park your vehicle or maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
Group size restrictions for specific national parks apply. Visitors are still expected to maintain social distancing and good hygiene.
The closure of toilets and other facilities will be decided on a case-by-case basis. Necessary site assessments will take place to consider the management of health and safety risk to visitors and staff, and available resourcing to maintain facilities. Access to sanitation products and running water cannot be guaranteed. We recommend bringing hand soap, hand wipes and toilet paper with you to maintain good hygiene as advised by the NSW Government.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for further information.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 9.50am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 10.05am
Other incidents: COVID-19 safety advice
Please plan ahead when visiting this park. Popular precincts may be closed at short notice to ensure visitation levels do not exceed COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
We encourage you to:
- Plan your visit outside of the peak periods of 10am to 3pm.
- Check this alert before leaving home and again before arriving at the park.
- Be prepared to move on if it's not possible to park your vehicle or to maintain a COVID-safe distance from other visitors.
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Applies from Tue 15 Jun 2021, 2.50pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 11.43am
Closed areas: Mount Ku-ring-gai track to Berowra Station closure
The Whale Platform elevated walkway on Mt Ku-ring-gai walking track is closed due to serious safety concerns.
The platform will be barricaded and signage in place. No access will be permitted across the platform.
The following sections remain open:
- Walkers from Berowra Station can walk as far as the platform closure point (6.5km one way), before returning to Berowra Station.
- Walkers can walk between Mt Ku-ring-gai Station and Apple Tree Bay (3.5km one way)
- Walkers from Apple Tree Bay or Mt Ku-ring-gai Station can also walk as far as the platform closure point (1km one way from Apple Tree Bay).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the North Western Sydney Area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 14 May 2021, 3.52pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 May 2021, 4.20pm
Other planned events: Berkely trail upgrades and maintenance
From Tuesday 18 May 2021 upgrade works will be happening on Berkely fire trail in Berowra Valley National Park, until further notice. The work is focused on improving accessibility for fire-fighting vehicles. During this time vegetation management works will also be happening on the side of the trail.
Please take care around moving machinery and tree crews, and wait for instructions from staff before passing.
For more information, contact the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Sun 25 Apr 2021, 11.48pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Apr 2021, 9.25am
Other planned events: Orchard Park shelter restoration
The shelters in Orchard Park at Bobbin Head will be undergoing restoration works from Monday 26 April 2021 until mid July 2021.
Signage and security fencing will be erected around closed shelters as they are are progressively repaired. Not all shelters will be closed at once, so you can use the remaining shelters while construction works are completed.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Tue 29 Oct 2019, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Apr 2021, 7.39am
Safety alerts: Swimming safety in Berowra Valley National Park
Swimming is not advisable in Berowra Creek at certain times as the water may be subject to variable pollution levels and algal blooms. Please refer to the Hornsby Shire Council website before swimming in Berowra Creek. Alternatively you can call the Hornsby Council 24 hour information line on 9847 6666 or the Algal information line on 1800 999 457.
Swimming at Fishponds is not advised at any time due to heavy water pollution.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 31 Jul 2020, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Mar 2021, 2.03pm
Closed parks: Muogamarra Nature Reserve access
Muogamarra Nature Reserve is only open to the public for 6 weeks every year, around spring time. Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access is restricted at other times to approved educational and research activities only.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for further information.
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Applies from Thu 16 Apr 2020, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Mar 2021, 10.07am
Closed areas: Lane Cove Depot Road closed
Lane Cove Depot Road in Lane Cove National Park will be closed from Monday 16 April 2020 until further notice while the road is being upgraded to improve safety for road users. During this time vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians are not permitted to use the road.
For more information regarding closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Thu 9 Jul 2020, 2.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Aug 2020, 9.06am
Closed areas: Sugarloaf carpark closed
Sugarloaf car park is no longer open to the public. We apologise for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact Chatswood Area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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