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For 20 January 2020:

Despite a slight easing in fire conditions several national parks and reserves, particularly on the south coast and Kosciuszko National Park, will remain closed until further notice due to the impact of recent fires and active fires still being managed.

For closed parks this means no public access at all, including tracks, trails, campgrounds and picnic areas. This is an important safety measure to protect the public.

If you are planning to visit other national parks and reserves please check for closures and fire bans before heading out as conditions can change quickly. Stay up-to-date with the current fire situation across NSW, using the Rural Fire Service website or the RFS Fires Near Me app.
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Smoky Cape walking track

Hat Head National Park

Current alerts in this area

There are no current alerts in this area.

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Applies from Sun 10 Nov 2019, 3.01pm to Mon 30 Mar 2020, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jan 2020, 6.37pm

Closed parks: Park closed - emergency bushfire conditions

This park and all national parks in the Hastings Macleay area are closed due to emergency bushfire conditions. Do not enter the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555 or 02 6566 6168, or visit the Rural Fire Service website.

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Applies from Fri 15 May 2015, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 May 2017, 9.29am

Safety alerts: Potential rock falls - Little Bay and Trial Bay

The granite cliffs surrounding Trial Bay and Little Bay are prone to rock fall. Do not climb cliffs or walk close to cliff edges. For further information please call Trial Bay Gaol on (02) 6566 6168.

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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/smoky-cape-walking-track/local-alerts

Park info

in Hat Head National Park in the North Coast region
Hat Head National Park is open sunrise to sunset but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day at Hungry Head and Smoky Beach. 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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Smoky Cape Walking Track, Hat Head National Park. Photo: Stuart Poignard/NSW Government