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Shepherds Peak walking track

Coolah Tops National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Wed 15 July 2026, 9.36am

Applies from Thu 18 Jun 2026, 6.04pm to Mon 10 Aug 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jul 2026, 9.36am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 dog baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from 2 July 2026 to 20 July 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs.

The program will take place in Coolah Tops National Park.

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.

This program is designed to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring livestock and is undertaken in conjunction with local landholders and Central West Local Land Services.

Please contact the local NPWS Castlereagh Area office for more information on 6843 4000.

Applies from Mon 25 May 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Jun 2026, 1.14pm.

Closed areas: Coolah Tops – Roads closed due to wet conditions

Roads east of the Forest Road - Hildegarde Road intersection in Coolah Tops National Park are closed to vehicle traffic from 25 May 2026 due to wet road conditions, and will reopen in September or once road conditions improve.

 

The closed roads are dry weather vehicle access only and are closed annually during the winter months due to prolonged wet conditions. Visitors can still access trails and visitor facilities on foot or by bicycle.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 6843 4000 or the Warrumbungle Visitor Centre on 6825 4364.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Jul 2026, 9.58am

Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed

Many roads, fire trails and walking tracks in Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to infrastructure repairs, upgrades or damage caused by wet weather including subsidence, rockfalls, landslides and fallen trees.

Katoomba and Leura

  • Three Sisters Walk has a minor detour via Spooners Lookout due to a fallen tree branch. No wheelchair or pram access.
  • Katoomba Kiosk Reserve, Reids Plateau and Round Walk east are closed to due to Council upgrades. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website
  • Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall hazards. (Visible bridge from Echo Point. Side route off Three Sisters Track and Giant Stairs).
  • Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck fire trail) is closed to vehicles near Cliff Drive due to a road subsidence. There is no vehicle access to Golden Stairs trackhead. Walkers and cyclists are permitted.
  • Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.
  • Six Foot track is closed at the boundary to the Jenolan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve. Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (including the Caves Visitor Precinct) is closed until 31 December 2026. There is no access to the entire reserve during this time.  
  • Mt Hay Road will be closed from 9 June to 17 December 2026 for Fire Trail upgrades. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.  
  • No access to Fortress Ridge/Canyon, Butterbox track, Mount Hay Summit track and Lockleys Pylon walking track from 9 June to 17 December to allow for upgrade works along Mt Hay.  
  • There is no access Fortress or Butterbox canyon from 9th June until 17th December to allow for upgrade works along Mt Hay Road.  

Wentworth Falls and Woodford  

  • Part of National Pass (west of Wentworth Falls middle crossing) is closed due to a major landslide and ongoing risks.
  • Wentworth Pass and Slack Stairs are closed due to elevated boardwalk repairs. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls routes. 
  • Valley of the Waters is closed below Silvia Falls due rockfall hazards. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls.
  • Fletchers lookout is closed for maintenance until Friday 28 August 2026.
  • Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
  • Winbourne fire trail (L6) in Woodford will be closed for maintenance until 31st July.  
  • Lawson Ridge fire trail will be closed for road maintenance from 10 June to 17th July 2026.  Open to walkers and cyclists on weekends.  

Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road 

  • Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and part of the walking track are closed. For more information visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).
  • Govetts descent and parts of Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. Valley access from Blackheath is via Horse Track.  

Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing

Juggler (aka Point Pilcher) Canyon exit has been affected by a recent rockfall event. Canyoners should use caution and exit around the impact site.  

Some adventure recreation areas and routes may be closed where the access or exit road/track is mentioned above.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre.

Applies from Sun 19 Jul 2026, 4.30pm to Fri 24 Jul 2026, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jul 2026, 12.33pm

Closed areas: Part of Goulburn River National park are closed for ground shooting for feral animal control

Some areas in this park are closed from 5pm, Sunday 19th of July to 4.30pm, Friday 24th of July 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.

The closed areas are:

  • Thompsons Flat
  • Morrisons Flat 
  • Drummer Flat 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 6370 9000

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Applies from Wed 17 Jun 2026, 1.43pm to Mon 27 Jul 2026, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Jul 2026, 4.33pm

Closed parks: Big River & Spring Gully campgrounds closed for roadworks

Big River & Spring Gully campgrounds are closed due to roadworks, the campgrounds will reopen Monday 27th of July. 

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Applies from Thu 9 Oct 2025, 2.36pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Jun 2026, 12.07pm

Closed areas: Towarri National Park partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control

Areas within Towarri National Park may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Thursday 23 October 2025 to Thursday 31 December 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.

Areas will be closed by signage. Do Not Enter. Penalties apply

Note: Washpools campground and picnic area will not be directly affected by these closures.

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Applies from Thu 18 Jun 2026, 6.04pm to Mon 10 Aug 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jul 2026, 9.36am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 dog baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from 2 July 2026 to 20 July 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs.

The program will take place in Coolah Tops National Park.

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.

This program is designed to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring livestock and is undertaken in conjunction with local landholders and Central West Local Land Services.

Please contact the local NPWS Castlereagh Area office for more information on 6843 4000.

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Applies from Mon 25 May 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Jun 2026, 1.14pm

Closed areas: Coolah Tops – Roads closed due to wet conditions

Roads east of the Forest Road - Hildegarde Road intersection in Coolah Tops National Park are closed to vehicle traffic from 25 May 2026 due to wet road conditions, and will reopen in September or once road conditions improve.

 

The closed roads are dry weather vehicle access only and are closed annually during the winter months due to prolonged wet conditions. Visitors can still access trails and visitor facilities on foot or by bicycle.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 6843 4000 or the Warrumbungle Visitor Centre on 6825 4364.

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Applies from Tue 12 May 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 31 Jul 2026, 5.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jul 2026, 9.36am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a one-off ground baiting program from 18 May 2026 to 30 June 2026.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Wollemi National Park (in Jerrys Plains / Appletree Flat area) and Manobalai Nature Reserve.

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.

Please contact the Bulga NPWS office for more information on (02) 6574 5555.

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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/shepherds-peak-walking-track/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Coolah Tops National Park in the Country NSW region
  • Coolah Tops National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather, fire danger or management operations. The eastern end of the park is regularly closed during wet weather due to slippery road conditions.

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