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Mount Wood Summit walking track

Sturt National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Wed 14 April 2021, 2.45pm

Applies from Fri 10 Feb 2017, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 14 Apr 2021, 2.45pm.

Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban for Sturt National Park

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) 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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Thu 29 Apr 2021, 9.26am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Apr 2021, 12.10pm

Safety alerts: Part of Middle Road only accessible to 4WD vehicles

The eastern section of Middle Road between Silver City Highway and Toona Gate Road is accessible by 4WD vehicle only. Please drive with caution.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Tibooburra area office on 08 8091 3308.

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Applies from Thu 29 Apr 2021, 9.22am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Apr 2021, 12.07pm

Closed areas: Road closed due to flood damage

The western section of Middle Road between Toona Gate Road and Cameron Corner Road is closed indefinitely due to flood damage.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Tibooburra area office on 08 8091 3308.

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Applies from Thu 29 Apr 2021, 9.13am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Apr 2021, 12.05pm

Closed areas: Jump Up Loop Road closed indefinitely

Jump Up Loop Road is closed between South Myers Birdhide and Jump Up lookout. The only access to South Myers birdhide is via the southern end of the Jump Up Loop Road off the Silver City Highway.

The only access to the Olive Downs campground and Jump Up lookout is via the northern end of the Jump Up Loop Road road off the Silver City Highway.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Tibooburra NPWS office on 08 8091 3308.

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Applies from Fri 10 Feb 2017, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 14 Apr 2021, 2.45pm

Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban for Sturt National Park

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) 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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.

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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 2.37pm. Last reviewed: Wed 14 Apr 2021, 1.38pm

Safety alerts: Sealing of the Silver City Highway north of Tibooburra

The Roads and Maritime Service has begun sealing the section of the Silver City Highway north of Tibooburra. Be aware of tankers carting water from dams on Sturt National Park, and expect to see water tankers on the road from Olive Downs out to the Silver City Highway, and on the Jump Up Loop Road south of Mount King. For further information call the Tibooburra NPWS office on 08 8091 3308.

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Applies from Mon 15 Mar 2021, 10.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Mar 2021, 11.43am

Closed areas: Middle Road closed due to slippery surfaces

Middle road closed due to slippery surfaces due to wet weather.

For more information please contact the Tibooburra NPWS Office on 0880 9133308

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/mount-wood-summit-walking-track/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Sturt National Park in the Outback NSW region

  • Sturt National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $8 per vehicle per day. The park has coin-operated pay and display machines - please bring correct coins.

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Emergency services

For all NSW fires visit the Rural Fire Service

For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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