Applies from Sat 23 Nov 2019, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2020, 6.22pm
Fires - Advice: Burwood Road
There is a fire in this park called Burwood Road. 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 Fri 8 Nov 2019, 11.06am to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 2.47pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Dec 2019, 2.47pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Bans
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 Thu 14 May 2015, 10.45am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Jul 2016, 10.14am
Safety alerts: No driving on the dunes, except for the Recreational Vehicle Area
Drive only on the waterfront, or in the Recreational Vehicle Area (RVA).
- All dunes between the Lavis Lane and Anna Bay accesses are closed to driving.
- The RVA, which is located south of the Lavis Lane access, is open for dune driving.
Tide warning: At high tide, sections of the beach may be impassable, plan your trip to travel at low tide. If the beach front is too narrow to pass safely, retrace your route. Do not attempt to bypass around the dunes. It is recommended you do not drive on the beach 2 hours before and after high tide. Visit the Bureau of Meteorology website for further information
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Applies from Sat 25 Jan 2020, 5.17pm. Last reviewed: Sat 25 Jan 2020, 5.37pm
Closed areas: Glenrock State Conservation Area closed areas due to bushfire
Glenrock State Conservation Area (SCA) has been partially closed, effective Saturday 25th January 2020, due to bushfire operations and hazardous trees associated with the Burwood Road fire. Walking tracks, management trails and mountain bike trails between Burwood Road and Gun Club Road are affected by this park closure. This temporary park closure is in the interests of public and firefighter safety.
The closed areas are -
Yuelarbah car park
Yuelarbah walking track
Yuelarbah management trail
Depot trail
Mountain bike trails closed South of Gun Club Road and North of Yuelarbah car park including;
Fernleigh Management Trail
Big Dipper
Yuelarbah-Fernleigh link
Fernleigh Entrance
Link Trail
Grass Tree
Deluge
Any informal or illegal trails
Pedestrians, cyclists and other users are unable to access these locations. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Changes in bushfire activity and risks can be sudden and could result in further closures. NPWS requests all people visiting Glenrock SCA to closely monitor conditions and the bushfire situation by referring to the below information sources -
For up-to-date fire information, including on total fire bans (TOBANs) visit the NSW Rural Fire Service: Fires Near Me app or Rural Fire Service website (www.rfs.nsw.gov.au).
For updates on park closures and before visiting any other NSW national park, visit: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au
For full details and updates on all road closures check with Live Traffic NSW (www.livetraffic.com) before travelling through any National Park
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