Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Mon 23 January 2023, 9.16am
Applies from Mon 12 Dec 2022, 6.00am
to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jan 2023, 9.16am.
Other planned events: Fire ban: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect 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.
Applies from Wed 11 Jan 2023, 3.22pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 3.44pm.
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban
NPWS has put in place a park fire ban for Coolah Tops National Park which remains in effect until the end of March. 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 the 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)
For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
The commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a Total Fire Ban for particular areas within NSW or statewide, this can change on a daily basis.
If a Total Fire Ban is declared, different rules apply. If you would like any further information in relation to Coolah Tops National Park please contact the
NPWS Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre at 6843 4011.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Wed 25 Jan 2023, 1.08pm to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 1.09pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Jan 2023, 1.12pm
Closed areas: Spring Gully Drive is closed until 28th February 2023
Spring Gully Drive of Goulburn River National Park is closed until 28th February 2023 due to damage to the causeway at Wollar Creek on Mogo Road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 12 Dec 2022, 6.00am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jan 2023, 9.16am
Other planned events: Fire ban: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect 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 Mon 24 Oct 2022, 1.36pm to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Jan 2023, 8.52am
Closed areas: Big River and Spring Gully campgrounds closed due to flooding
The following areas are closed from Monday 24 October to Wednesday 1 February 2023 due to damage to the causeway on Mogo Rd:
- Spring Gully campground
- Big River campground
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Mudgee office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Sat 14 Jan 2023, 10.20am to Fri 3 Feb 2023, 10.22am. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Jan 2023, 8.14am
Closed areas: Areas closed for aerial pest control program
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an aerial pest control operation between 6am, Monday 30th January 2023 to 6pm Friday 3rd February 2023.
This program will target feral pigs, goats and deer as part of a state-wide conservation program and NPWS Bushfire Recovery Strategy. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals, including threatened species. Other pest animals, including foxes, cats, rabbits and wild dogs, will be targeted if observed during the operation.
Warning closure signs will be placed at visitor entry points to areas of the park. Please do not enter closed areas during this time. Middlebrook Road will also be closed at the park boundary approximately 1.2km east of Middlebrook Quarry and no backcountry hiking is permitted from this point during the operation.
Please note: Washpools campground and day use area will remain open
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information phone 6540 2300
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Applies from Mon 5 Dec 2022, 9.49am to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 9.50am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 4.26pm
Closed areas: Closed areas
Coolah Tops National Park has experienced above-average rainfall over the past 12 months which has caused delays in finalising works in the park.
The creek crossing on Hildegard Road is too high for 2wd drive vehicles to cross.
The following areas are also closed due to ongoing wet weather:
- Norfolk Falls Link track is closed between Bald Hill Falls and Norfolk Falls
- Bald Hill Road is closed due to a damaged creek crossing. Restoration works will take place when conditions allow.
- Some campsites have been closed in barracks campground because they are too wet
- All roads beyond the seasonal gate and forest road are closed because of dangerous trees
- Grass Trees track entrance via Barracks campground is closed due to track damage
- Breeza lookout is closed because of dangerous trees
- Snow Gums walking track is closed because of dangerous trees and damage to the track
- Bundella Fire Trail is closed because of dangerous trees
- Racecourse Fire Trail is closed because of dangerous trees
Please continue to check this website for updates about areas that are opening.
Forest Road between Coolah Creek Road and the entrance of Coolah Tops National Park has been heavily affected by rain resulting in damage to sections of the road.
Forest Road is managed and maintained by the Warrumbungles Shire Council. Please refer any inquiries concerning this road directly to the council.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Pilliga Discovery Centre in Baradine at 02 6843 4011
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Applies from Wed 11 Jan 2023, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 3.44pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban
NPWS has put in place a park fire ban for Coolah Tops National Park which remains in effect until the end of March. 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 the 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)
For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
The commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a Total Fire Ban for particular areas within NSW or statewide, this can change on a daily basis.
If a Total Fire Ban is declared, different rules apply. If you would like any further information in relation to Coolah Tops National Park please contact the
NPWS Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre at 6843 4011.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Thu 15 Sep 2022, 9.00pm to Tue 14 Mar 2023, 9.01pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jan 2023, 8.41am
Safety alerts: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground and aerial baiting program from 8th October 2022 to 7th April 2023 in the following reserves:
- Barrington Tops National Park / State Conservation Area
- Berrico Nature Reserve
- Black Bulga State Conservation Area
- Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve / State Conservation Area
- Copeland Tops State Conservation Area
- Crawney Pass National Park
- Curracabundi group of reserves
- Monkerai Nature Reserve
- Towarri National Park
- The Glen Nature Reserve
- Wallabadah Nature Reserve
- Woolooma National Park
Aerial baiting is scheduled for Saturday 8th October to Friday 14th October 2022.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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, contact the NPWS Scone area office on 02 6540 2300.
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