Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Mon 25 September 2023, 9.42am
Applies from Mon 29 May 2023, 4.34pm
to Fri 29 Dec 2023, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 18 Sep 2023, 10.41am.
Closed areas: Areas closed for deer control program
Some areas in Royal National Park are closed to the public between sunset and sunrise to enable a deer control operation to be carried out.
The affected areas include:
- All picnic areas in the Audley Precinct
- Asset protection zones adjacent to Maianbar, Bundeena and East Heathcote.
- Wattamolla and Garie picnic areas
- North Era campground and coastal areas between Garie Beach and Figure 8 Pools
- Garrawarra Farm
- Lady Carrington Drive
- Bonnie Vale campground and picnic area.
These closures will be signposted at the entry points to the closed areas. If you have approved bookings to camp you can still access campsites during these times.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
Applies from Thu 31 Aug 2023, 8.16pm
to Fri 13 Oct 2023, 5.00pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 9.42am.
Other planned events: 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting an aerial baiting program using dried meat baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program will take place from Thursday 14 September to Friday 13 October 2023 in Royal National Park. Don’t touch baits. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.
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 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.
Fox baiting in this reserve is aimed at improving the eco-health of the reserve by reducing predation of ground dwelling mammals and small birds.
For more information, call the local park office (Audley) on 02 9542 0632 (business hours) or the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (outside business hours).
Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 12.00am
to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 5.00pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 26 Jul 2023, 11.57am.
Closed areas: Palm Jungle track closure - Eastern section
Palm Jungle loop track between Burning Palms and Werrong lookout is closed for major upgrade works from Monday 24 July 2023 to Sunday 30 June 2024.
This affects the eastern section of the loop track. You can still access Royal Coast track via Ridge trail.
The affected areas include:
- Royal Coast track
- Figure 8 Pools
- Palm Jungle loop track
For more information, call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Tue 3 Oct 2023, 12.00am to Tue 3 Oct 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Oct 2023, 4.10pm
Fire bans: Total Fire Ban
A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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Applies from Mon 2 Oct 2023, 11.59pm to Tue 3 Oct 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Oct 2023, 3.49pm
Closed areas: Tracks Trails and Remote Campgrounds closed due to Extreme Fire Conditions and Total Fire Ban
Due to Extreme Fire Conditions a Total Fire Ban is in place in the Greater Sydney Region on Tuesday 3rd October 2023.
During total fire ban periods:
- All NPWS walking tracks and trails are closed including the Royal Coast Track
- All NPWS Mountain bike tracks and trails are closed
- All remote campgrounds are closed
Royal National Park
- All main visitor areas will remain open
- Bonnie Vale campground will remain open
- North Era campground is closed
- All tracks and trails are closed including the Royal Coast Track
Heathcote National Park
- All tracks and trails are closed
- Remote Campgrounds are closed
Georges River National Park
- All tracks and trails closed
- All main visitor areas will remain open
During Total Fire Bans all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Barbecues at NPWS visitor precincts can be used.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about Total Fire Bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Sep 2023, 2.09pm
Fire bans: 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.
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 Wed 13 Sep 2023, 3.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Sep 2023, 11.21am
Safety alerts: Werrong Beach access track damaged
The Werrong Beach access track has been severely eroded at the beach access point. There are steep and uneven surfaces.
The track is recommended only for very experienced bushwalkers with specialised skills, including navigation and emergency first aid. Tracks are likely to be very rough, steep and unmarked. Walks may be more than 20km.
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Applies from Mon 29 May 2023, 4.34pm to Fri 29 Dec 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Sep 2023, 10.41am
Closed areas: Areas closed for deer control program
Some areas in Royal National Park are closed to the public between sunset and sunrise to enable a deer control operation to be carried out.
The affected areas include:
- All picnic areas in the Audley Precinct
- Asset protection zones adjacent to Maianbar, Bundeena and East Heathcote.
- Wattamolla and Garie picnic areas
- North Era campground and coastal areas between Garie Beach and Figure 8 Pools
- Garrawarra Farm
- Lady Carrington Drive
- Bonnie Vale campground and picnic area.
These closures will be signposted at the entry points to the closed areas. If you have approved bookings to camp you can still access campsites during these times.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 31 Aug 2023, 8.16pm to Fri 13 Oct 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 9.42am
Other planned events: 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting an aerial baiting program using dried meat baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program will take place from Thursday 14 September to Friday 13 October 2023 in Royal National Park. Don’t touch baits. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.
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 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.
Fox baiting in this reserve is aimed at improving the eco-health of the reserve by reducing predation of ground dwelling mammals and small birds.
For more information, call the local park office (Audley) on 02 9542 0632 (business hours) or the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (outside business hours).
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Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 9.42am
Safety alerts: Curra Moors track in poor condition
Sections of Curra Moors loop track are in poor condition due to erosion. Please use caution and be aware of unstable edges.
Planning for repairs is in progress. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 10 Aug 2023, 2.10pm to Wed 1 Nov 2023, 2.16pm. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Sep 2023, 7.16am
Closed areas: Partial Forest Walk Closure at Northern Extent
The Forest Walk will be closed at the northern extent from the area of Mt Mitchell Lookout down to the Wodi Wodi Track. This closure is in place until the 1st November, 2023. The walk is closed due to construction works as part of the Great Southern Walk.
Closure signs will be in place in affected areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Wollongong Office on 02 4224 4188.
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Applies from Thu 10 Aug 2023, 5.00pm to Wed 1 Nov 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Sep 2023, 9.37am
Closed areas: Wodi Wodi Track Closure for Construction Works
The Wodi Wodi Walking Track will be closed until 1st November, 2023 for construction works as part of the Great Southern Walk.
Closure signs will be in place in affected areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Wollongong Office on 02 4224 4188.
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Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 12.00am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Jul 2023, 11.57am
Closed areas: Palm Jungle track closure - Eastern section
Palm Jungle loop track between Burning Palms and Werrong lookout is closed for major upgrade works from Monday 24 July 2023 to Sunday 30 June 2024.
This affects the eastern section of the loop track. You can still access Royal Coast track via Ridge trail.
The affected areas include:
- Royal Coast track
- Figure 8 Pools
- Palm Jungle loop track
For more information, call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Sep 2023, 9.37am
Closed areas: North Era campground closed
North Era campground is closed until further notice due to operational activities. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0632.
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Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 12.47pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Sep 2023, 9.37am
Closed areas: Sublime Point walking track closed
Sublime Point walking track is closed until further notice. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 3 Jul 2023, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Jul 2023, 2.09pm
Closed areas: Mirang Campground Closed
Mirang Campground is closed for the foreseeable future due to facilities maintenance and upgrades. Please check the website for updates on re-opening.
For further information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Wed 5 Apr 2023, 3.46pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Sep 2023, 9.37am
Closed areas: Wodi Wodi Track closed due to landslide
The Wodi Wodi track is closed due to landslides and risk of tree fall until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact you local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 28 Mar 2023, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Sep 2023, 9.37am
Closed areas: Lake Toolooma Fire Trail Closed due to sink hole
Lake Toolooma Fire Trail is closed to Pedestrians and Vehicles North of Tooloma Dam due to a large sink hole.
Visitors are reminded not to continue walking past Tooloma dam.
The section of the track will reopen when it is safe to do so. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 9 Jan 2023, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Sep 2023, 7.29am
Closed areas: Partial Closure to Forest Walk
The Forest Walk is affected by the closure of Sublime Point walking track until further notice. There is no access between Sublime Point and Austinmer. Sublime Point walking track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely reopened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 9 Dec 2022, 9.15am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Sep 2023, 9.40am
Closed areas: Lower Escarpment Fire Trail partial closure
The Lower Escarpment Fire Trail is open to walkers, bicycles and light 4WD vehicles only. No access with heavy vehicles larger than cat 9 due to hazardous track conditions. As soon as the remainder of the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS Alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Aug 2023, 12.15pm
Closed areas: Garie Road closed due to damage
Garie Road is closed until further notice due to damage to the road surface.
This road may remain closed for some time to allow for extensive repairs. A reopening date is not currently known.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check Live Traffic NSW for updates before driving to Garie Beach.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 9.42am
Closed areas: The Coast track partial closure - Little Garie
The Coast track is closed between Garie and Little Garie until further notice due to rockfalls and erosion.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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