Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Fri 24 June 2022, 12.38pm
Applies from Thu 23 Jun 2022, 2.56pm
to Fri 1 Jul 2022, 5.00pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 3.43pm.
Closed areas: Gloucester Tops Rd closed beyond campground
Gloucester Tops Rd will be closed beyond the Gloucester River campground to all visitors from Monday 27th June to Friday 1st July 2022 so as to allow NPWS to safely undertake major road maintenance works. This closure means there will be no visitor access to Gloucester Tops during this period. The closure may be extended if weather conditions impact on the planned works.
Gloucester River campground and picnic area remain open during this time, as do the Sharpes Creek and Gloucester River walking tracks.
NPWS apologies for any inconvenience. For further information contact the local Gloucester office on 02) 6538 5300.
Applies from Fri 8 Apr 2022, 10.30am
to Fri 29 Jul 2022, 11.55am.
Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 2.55pm.
Other incidents: SUV/4WD recommended for Gloucester Tops Road
NPWS recommends that access to Gloucetser Tops Road is by SUV/4WD only, beyond the campground. Due to both weather and bridge weight restrictions over the last 12 months, NPWS has been unable to undertake the necessary maintenance required. Now that the bridge has been repaired, roadworks are scheduled (weather permitting) for the next couple of months.
For further information contact the local office on 02 6538 5300.
Applies from Tue 17 May 2022, 3.45pm
to Wed 6 Jul 2022, 3.46pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 12.38pm.
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ongoing aerial baiting program from Sunday 22 May to Sunday 5 June 2022 in the following areas:
- Barakee National Park
- Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area
- Ben Halls Gap National Park and Nature Reserve
- Berrico Nature Reserve
- Black Bulga Nature Reserve
- Bretti Nature Reserve
- Camel Hump Nature Reserve
- Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve and State Conservation Reserve
- Cedar Brush Nature Reserve
- Coneac Nature Reserve
- Copland Tops State Conservation Area
- Crawny Pass National Park
- Currcabundi National Park and State Conservation Area
- Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
- Mernot Nature Reserve
- Monkerai Nature Reserve
- Monkeycot Nature Reserve
- The Glen Nature Reserve
- Towarri National Park
- Wallabadah Nature Reserve
- Watchimbark Nature Reserv
- Wingen Maid Nature Reserve
- Woko National Park
- Woolooma National Park.
The program will involve the use of 1080 poison baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison (including meat baits and meat bait products) for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise the impacts of wild dogs and foxes on livestock and native wildlife, especially threatened species.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS Estate. 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.
For more information about the coordinated program please call the NPWS Barrington Tops area on 02 6540 2300 or 6538 5300.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Thu 23 Jun 2022, 2.56pm to Fri 1 Jul 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 3.43pm
Closed areas: Gloucester Tops Rd closed beyond campground
Gloucester Tops Rd will be closed beyond the Gloucester River campground to all visitors from Monday 27th June to Friday 1st July 2022 so as to allow NPWS to safely undertake major road maintenance works. This closure means there will be no visitor access to Gloucester Tops during this period. The closure may be extended if weather conditions impact on the planned works.
Gloucester River campground and picnic area remain open during this time, as do the Sharpes Creek and Gloucester River walking tracks.
NPWS apologies for any inconvenience. For further information contact the local Gloucester office on 02) 6538 5300.
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Applies from Fri 8 Apr 2022, 10.30am to Fri 29 Jul 2022, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 2.55pm
Other incidents: SUV/4WD recommended for Gloucester Tops Road
NPWS recommends that access to Gloucetser Tops Road is by SUV/4WD only, beyond the campground. Due to both weather and bridge weight restrictions over the last 12 months, NPWS has been unable to undertake the necessary maintenance required. Now that the bridge has been repaired, roadworks are scheduled (weather permitting) for the next couple of months.
For further information contact the local office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 25 Mar 2021, 3.57pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 10.01am
Other incidents: Main access road to Barrington Tops Plateau closed from Gloucester
The main access road to Barrington Tops Plateau from Gloucester has been closed by NSW Forestry Corporation until further notice due to serious damage caused during a weather event.
You can only access campgrounds and visitor precincts located on the plateau from the western side via Scone. Barrington Tops Forest Road (also known as the Scone-Gloucester Road) is closed between Cobark Park picnic area and Dilgry Circle intersection. There is no access from Gloucester to Scone on this road.
Road re-opening dates are unknown at this stage, however NSW Forestry Corporation is working on restoring the road. This media release has more information.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For latest traffic information, please visit the Live Traffic website. For further information call the Gloucester office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Mon 30 May 2022, 12.00pm to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 9.57am
Closed areas: Winter closure of 4WD trails
The following 4WD access trails are closed to vehicles from Monday 30 May 2022 due to the annual winter closure:
- Barrington trail (south and central)
- Paddys Ridge trail
- Bullock Brush trail
- Butchers Swamp trail
- Thunderbolts trail (between Barrington Tops Forest Road and Pheasants Creek Road)
- Tugalow trail
The following areas also closed to vehicles during this time:
- Junction Pools, Little Murray and Gummi Falls campgrounds
- Associated walking tracks, lookouts and facilities
You can still access all these campgrounds, walking tracks, lookouts and facilities on foot or by bicycle.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Gloucester area office on 02 6538 5300 or the NPWS Scone office on 02 6540 2300. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 5.22pm to Sun 31 Jul 2022, 12.44pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 4.16pm
Closed areas: Burraga Swamp walking track closed
Burraga Swamp walking track is inaccessible by vehicle due to the closure of Mt Allyn Road in Chichester State Forest because of wet weather.
The road will re-open when conditions allow. For more details, please visit the FCNSW website or contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 4 Mar 2022, 10.56am to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 10.25am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 11.27am
Safety alerts: Williams Top Road closed
Williams Top Road has been closed by Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) due to a landslip. The closure affects access to the following areas in this park:
- Lagoon Pinch picnic area
- Corker trail
- Wombat Creek campground
- Careys Peak (via Corker trail)
- Rocky Crossing walk
For more information on the closure visit the FCNSW website. The road re-opening date is not known at this stage.
Alternate access via Chichester State Forest (Allyn River) may be available but is subject to regular flooding and varied road conditions.
For information on access to visitor sites in Barrington Tops National Park contact the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Centre on 02 4992 2212.
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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 11.16am
Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park
Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It's been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access.
Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300.
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Applies from Fri 18 Mar 2022, 11.49am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 12.38pm
Closed areas: Blue Gum Loop trail part closure
Part of the Blue Gum Loop trail is closed due to recent storm damage and dangerous trees. NPWS is working to clear the trail and reopen as soon as possible.
The following areas are currently open:
- Williams River picnic area and part of Blue Gum Loop trail (including 250m accessible section to first steel bridge)
- Rocky Crossing walk (access via Williams River picnic area due to Forestry Corporation closure of Williams Top Rd)
- Jerusalem Creek trail and picnic area
Take care and follow onsite signage.
For more information contact NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212.
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Applies from Tue 17 May 2022, 3.45pm to Wed 6 Jul 2022, 3.46pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 12.38pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ongoing aerial baiting program from Sunday 22 May to Sunday 5 June 2022 in the following areas:
- Barakee National Park
- Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area
- Ben Halls Gap National Park and Nature Reserve
- Berrico Nature Reserve
- Black Bulga Nature Reserve
- Bretti Nature Reserve
- Camel Hump Nature Reserve
- Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve and State Conservation Reserve
- Cedar Brush Nature Reserve
- Coneac Nature Reserve
- Copland Tops State Conservation Area
- Crawny Pass National Park
- Currcabundi National Park and State Conservation Area
- Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
- Mernot Nature Reserve
- Monkerai Nature Reserve
- Monkeycot Nature Reserve
- The Glen Nature Reserve
- Towarri National Park
- Wallabadah Nature Reserve
- Watchimbark Nature Reserv
- Wingen Maid Nature Reserve
- Woko National Park
- Woolooma National Park.
The program will involve the use of 1080 poison baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison (including meat baits and meat bait products) for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise the impacts of wild dogs and foxes on livestock and native wildlife, especially threatened species.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS Estate. 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.
For more information about the coordinated program please call the NPWS Barrington Tops area on 02 6540 2300 or 6538 5300.
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