Applies from Fri 9 Jun 2023, 4.42pm to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jun 2023, 4.52pm

Closed areas: Boyds Tower to Saltwater Creek closed for ground pest control operation

The following sections of Beowa National Park will be closed from 4:30pm to 6:30am each day from Monday 26 June to Friday 26 June 2023 for a ground pest control operation:

• Boyds Tower to Saltwater Creek section of Light to light walk,
• Mowarry Trig trail, and;
• Mowarry Point trail.

You can still access other parts of Beowa National Park during this time.

This operation will involve ground shooting of feral deer. It aims to reduce the significant impact invasive species have on native plants and animals including threatened species.

Park closure warning signs will be placed at entrances to the shooting area. Do not enter the closed area during shooting periods.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Beowa National Park
  • Boyds Tower to Saltwater Creek walking track
  • Light to Light walk

Applies from Mon 17 Apr 2023, 7.37am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 7.37am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jun 2023, 8.41am

Closed areas: Terrace Beach access closed

The access stairs to Terrace Beach are closed for upgrades from Monday 17 April to Friday 30 June 2023. There is no safe access to Terrace Beach during this period.

For more information contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

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• Beowa National Park
  • Terrace Beach and Lennards Island

Applies from Mon 13 Mar 2023, 7.00am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jun 2023, 8.41am

Closed areas: North Head boadwalk and viewing platforms closed

The carpark, boardwalk and viewing platforms at North Head in Beowa National Park are closed for upgrades from Monday 13 March to Friday 30 June 2023.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Beowa National Park

Applies from Wed 22 Feb 2023, 12.21pm to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 12.23pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jun 2023, 8.41am

Closed areas: Lennards Island walking track and carpark closure

Lennards Island walking track and carpark will be closed from Monday 16 January 2023 to Friday 30 June 2023 due to upgrade works.

The area is closed to the public. Workers will be present on the walking track and carpark.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

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• Beowa National Park
  • Terrace Beach and Lennards Island

Applies from Fri 24 Mar 2023, 12.51pm to Mon 31 Jul 2023, 12.52pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Jun 2023, 10.04am

Closed areas: Light to Light walk partial closure

The section of Light to Light walk near Boyds Tower, between Leather Jacket Bay and Mowarry is closed until further notice due to track upgrades. An alternative route with signage is in place.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6495 5000.

Affects 1 park and 8 locations nearby. Show list

• Beowa National Park
  • Bittangabee campground
  • Boyds Tower to Saltwater Creek walking track
  • Boyds Tower walking track
  • Green Cape Lighthouse
  • Green Cape Lightstation Keepers' Cottages
  • Light to Light walk
  • Saltwater Creek campground
  • Telegraph Station bunkhouse

Applies from Mon 3 Apr 2023, 7.47am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jun 2023, 2.41pm

Closed areas: Nadgee Nature Reserve Wilderness Area Closed

Nadgee Nature Reserve Wilderness Area will be closed to the public from the 26th - 30th of June for a ground pest control operation. 

• This program will target deer. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species.
• Other pest animals, including pigs will be targeted if observed during the operation.

This operation will involve ground shooting of deer during daylight and/or night time. Park closure warning signs will be placed at entrances to the shooting area. Do not enter the closed area during shooting periods Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the Merimbula NPWS office (02) 6495 5000.

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• Nadgee Nature Reserve
  • Merrica River nature trail
  • Nadgee wilderness walk

Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 9.18am to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 11.31am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Mar 2023, 9.56am

Closed areas: Hegartys Bay campground closed

Hegartys Bay remote campground is closed until further notice due to fire damage and rehabilitation works.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

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• Beowa National Park
  • Light to Light walk

Applies from Tue 21 Dec 2021, 3.56pm to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 11.11am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Mar 2023, 9.56am

Safety alerts: Bittangabee Storehouse closed

The historic storehouse at Bittangabee Bay is closed for safety reasons, until restoration works are complete.

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• Beowa National Park
  • Bittangabee Bay
  • Bittangabee Bay Storehouse

Applies from Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.01am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Jun 2023, 10.04am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 pest management program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Friday 1 July 2022 to Saturday 30 June 2023.

The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:

• Araleun Nature Reserve 
• Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
• Beowa National Park, formerly Ben Boyd National Park
• Deua National Park
• Eurobodalla National Park
• Gulaga National Park
• Kooraban National Park
• Majors Creek State Conservation Area
• Mimosa Rocks National Park
• Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
• South East Forest National Park 
• Wadbilliga National Park

There will be signs at all baiting locations.

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 in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

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• Beowa National Park