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Smoky Cape walking track

Hat Head National Park

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Current alerts in this area

There are no current alerts in this area.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Thu 9 Jul 2020, 4.55pm to Mon 28 Sep 2020, 5.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jul 2020, 10.25am

Closed areas: Public amenities under construction - no amenities available in this area

The public amenities of Little Bay picnic area in Arakoon National Park are closed for reconstruction from Wednesday 1 July to Monday 28 September 2020

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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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 always open 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.

    Buy annual pass
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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