Last reviewed: Fri 4 September 2026, 3.59pm
Applies from Sat 5 Sep 2026, 12.01am to Sat 5 Sep 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Sep 2026, 3.59pm.
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.
Applies from Sat 5 Sep 2026, 12.00am to Sat 5 Sep 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Sep 2026, 4.33pm
All tracks and trails in the following parks are closed on Saturday 5 September 2026 due to a Total Fire Ban and elevated Fire Danger Rating
Campgrounds in Berowra Valley National Park and Marramarra National Park are also closed, including:
Picnic areas and boat ramps will remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the NPWS contact centre on 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
Please review RFS information on Total Fire Bans, Fire Danger Ratings and keep up to date using the Hazards Near Me app:
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans
https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app
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Applies from Sat 5 Sep 2026, 12.01am to Sat 5 Sep 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Sep 2026, 3.59pm
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 Thu 3 Sep 2026, 1.41pm to Mon 21 Sep 2026, 1.51pm. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Sep 2026, 2.04pm
Some parts of this Park are closed for hazard reduction burning from Sunday 6 September to Wednesday 9 September 2026. The closed areas are:
- Whitemans Lane
- Whitemans Ridge Road
- Maculata Road
- Little Jilliby Ridge Road
- Little Jilliby Road
- Daniels Point Road and includes informal tracks that intersect with theses areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Maculata HR. For more information, contact Munmorah NPWS office on 49729000 or visit the Rural Fire Service website
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Applies from Mon 31 Aug 2026, 6.00am to Mon 7 Sep 2026, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Aug 2026, 11.32am
Bulgandry Art Site Aboriginal Place and carpark are closed from 0600 Monday 31 August to 2000 Sunday 6 September for road works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Fri 4 Sep 2026, 8.57am to Tue 20 Oct 2026, 9.03am. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Aug 2026, 9.06am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 12 September 2026 to 20 September 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Watagans, Popran and Brisbane Water National Parks.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the 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 local Central Coast NPWS area office for more information on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Aug 2026, 8.41am
Muirs Lookout Picnic Area on Prickly Ridge Road has been closed due to ageing infrastructure, obstructed lookout views to the coast and very low public visitation. Alternative picnic facilities are located nearby in Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park. Further information on other places to visit can be obtained via the NPWS or Forestry Corporation websites.
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Applies from Mon 16 Feb 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Aug 2026, 11.36am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service are undertaking fire trail maintenance works on the Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail.
Maintenance will repair damaged surfaces, drainage assets and essential trail infrastructure, as well as maintain vegetation clearances.
The trail will remain open throughout the works, though short delays may occur. Please follow all safety signage and directions from roadwork personnel.
For more information, contact the Central Coast Area Office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Wed 12 Aug 2026, 10.40am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Aug 2026, 10.47am
Group camping (more than four people) is only permitted at the Mt Wondabyne remote bush camp within Brisbane Water National Park.
Group camping is not permitted elsewhere in the park due to impacts from pollution, informal campsite creation and damage to native vegetation.
Please note: Mt Wondabyne remote bush camp is not a bookable campsite and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jul 2026, 11.50am
Part of Piles Creek Loop Walking Track will be closed while rockfall investigations and mitigation works are undertaken.
The closed area is between the suspension bridge and Bundilla Lookout on the western side of Piles Creek.
Areas that will remain open are:
Barriers and signage are in place around the closed area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2025, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Jun 2026, 9.08am
Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.
Take care and drive to conditions.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 49729000
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Applies from Tue 21 May 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Aug 2026, 11.37am
Warrah Trig Road is closed to vehicles due to an increase in illegal activities throughout the area.
The road will remain closed until investigations are completed and further recommendations are made.
The road is open to pedestrians and cyclists.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Aug 2026, 8.39am
The section of Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.
To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.
For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.
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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/somersby-falls-walking-track/local-alerts
Two picnic areas in this park – Girrakool picnic area and Somersby Falls picnic area – are closed in the evening. They are open 7am to 8pm during daylight savings and 7am to 6pm at other times.
Other areas of Brisbane Water National Park will be open at all times, however may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. The park has pay machines that accept cards, or you can pay via the Park'nPay app.
Other fees:
You will need a permit to hold a wedding or undertake commercial photography within the park.
Buy annual passFor the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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