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Applies from Tue 14 Apr 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 11.41pm
Hazard reduction burns: Mt Olive Stage 2
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 14/04/2026. The fire is called Mt Olive Stage 2. 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 Mon 13 Apr 2026, 3.09pm to Mon 8 Jun 2026, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 3.11pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting – Bouddi National Park
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Bouddi National Park from Monday 29th September 2025 to Monday 20th October 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at entry points to the baiting location.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NPWS managed lands, which includes all national parks and nature reserves.
Domestic pets, working dogs and assistance animals 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.
Landlords, agents, and land managers, please provide notification of the operation to tenants, workers or visitors at properties adjoining the bait location.
Please contact the NPWS Central Coast Area office for more information on (02) 4320 4200.
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Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 9.31am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 2.18pm
Closed areas: Hawke Head Drive and Tallow Beach campground closed for roadworks
Hawke Head Drive in Bouddi National Park will be closed for roadworks from 16 February 2026 untill early May 2026 (estimated completion, weather permitting). Contractors will be working from 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
It will be closed to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists for this time, including weekends. Tallow Beach campground will also be closed to campers for the duration of the works. This is to ensure visitor safety around machinery and active work zones.
The works are focused on improving the road surface conditions, drainage and sealing the visitor carpark.
Take note of the access information for areas that remain open.
- Flannel Flower walking track, Box Head track and Tallow Beach trail will remain open during the roadworks. However, you will need to access these trails via the Lobster Beach Track.
- Private property access for residents on Hawke Head Drive will not be affected. Residents should drive carefully as there will be increased vehicle movements and traffic control in place on select days.
For more information, email the local NPWS office or call on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Tue 14 Apr 2026, 6.00am to Sun 19 Apr 2026, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 3.48pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for hazard reduction burning
Some parts of this park are closed for hazard reduction burning from Tuesday 14 April to Sunday 19 April 2026. The closed areas are:
- Emerald Pool
- Mount Olive lookout
- Mount Olive trail
- Ironbark picnic area
- Hominy Creek walking track
- 248 trail
- Pipeline trail
- all informal walking tracks leading into Popran National Park west of Popran Creek. Includes Glenworth South Horse Track and Mailman's Walking Track
Note: road closures will be in place at entry points leading into the park off Popran and Ironbark Roads.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called NPWS HR Mt Olive. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4320 4200 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Thu 5 Feb 2026, 8.00am to Fri 17 Apr 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 9.44am
Closed areas: Part Somersby Falls walking track closed for upgrade
Part of Somersby Falls walking track will be closed until 6pm Friday 17 April 2026 for upgrade works.
The closure affects the section of the walking track between the Middle Falls and Bottom Falls.
The walking track to Middle Falls, the picnic area and the carpark will remain open during this time.
Fencing and signage will be in place around the closed area to ensure visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Central Coast Area Office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 9.43am
Closed areas: Partial closure Piles Creek Loop Walking Track
Part of Piles Creek Loop Walking Track will be closed while rockfall investigations and mitigation works are undertaken.
The closed area is between the suspension bridge and Bundilla Lookout on the western side of Piles Creek.
Areas that will remain open are:
- Piles Creek Loop Walking Track on the eastern side of Piles Creek
- Access to the Great North Walk from Girrakool Picnic Area
- Bundilla Lookout
Barriers and signage are in place around the closed area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Mon 16 Feb 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Apr 2026, 7.50am
Other planned events: Notice of fire trail maintenance works - Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service are undertaking fire trail maintenance works on the Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail.
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Maintenance will repair damaged surfaces, drainage assets and essential trail infrastructure, as well as maintain vegetation clearances.
The trail will remain open throughout the works, though short delays may occur. Please follow all safety signage and directions from roadwork personnel.
For more information, contact the Central Coast Area Office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2025, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Sun 29 Mar 2026, 8.47am
Safety alerts: Road Maintenance
Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.
Take care and drive to conditions.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 49729000
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Applies from Mon 15 Sep 2025, 4.30pm to Wed 2 Sep 2026, 2.25pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 8.58am
Closed parks: Muogamarra Nature Reserve closed
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 the reserve, 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 Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Sun 15 Feb 2026, 6.07pm
Closed areas: Muirs Lookout Picnic Area - Closed
Muirs Lookout Picnic Area on Prickly Ridge Road has been closed due to ageing infrastructure, obstructed lookout views to the coast and very low public visitation. Alternative picnic facilities are located nearby in Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park. Further information on other places to visit can be obtained via the NPWS or Forestry Corporation websites.
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Applies from Tue 21 May 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Apr 2026, 1.39pm
Closed areas: Warrah Trig Road closed to vehicles
Warrah Trig Road is closed to vehicles due to an increase in illegal activities throughout the area.
The road will remain closed until investigations are completed and further recommendations are made.
The road is open to pedestrians and cyclists.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Sun 15 Feb 2026, 6.07pm
Safety alerts: Prickly Ridge Road 4WD only
The section of Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.
To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.
For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.
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