Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area
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Last reviewed: Mon 22 May 2023, 2.44pm
Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 12.47pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 May 2023, 9.30am.
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.
Applies from Mon 9 Jan 2023, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 May 2023, 2.44pm.
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.
Applies from Tue 30 May 2023, 12.00am to Sat 17 Jun 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 10.26am
Lady Carrington Drive will be closed on weekdays from Tuesday 30 May to Friday 17 June 2023 for track repairs. Pedestrian access from both the north and south of the track is not permitted.
There is no exit onto Lady Carrington Drive from Forest Path or Walumura track. You'll need to return along the same path to exit.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 29 May 2023, 4.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 10.23am
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:
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 Wed 31 May 2023, 9.54am to Thu 15 Jun 2023, 6.54pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 10.12am
Some areas in this park will be closed from 7am to 3pm on Thursday 15 June 2023 for a helicopter operation. The closed areas are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Wed 19 Apr 2023, 4.40pm to Wed 7 Jun 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 Jun 2023, 10.11am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting an aerial baiting program in Royal National Park, using dried meat baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program will take place from Friday 5 May to Wednesday 7 June 2023. Please don’t touch baits.
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, and specifically targeting fox control along the Hacking River to assist the successful re-introduction of platypus into Royal National Park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 9542 0632 during business hours or call 1300 056 294 after hours.
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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 10.16am. Last reviewed: Wed 24 May 2023, 9.41am
Lady Carrington Drive has been impacted by the 2022 and February 2023 flash floods. Most of the trail surface is severely eroded and slippery. A portion of the track has been impacted by a landslip. Please travel through this section without stopping.
Staff are currently conducting repairs to the trail and brief closures may be required. Please give way to machinery and follow instructions from staff on-site.
Please use this trail with caution. For more information, contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Mon 22 May 2023, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2023, 4.00pm
The 10C and 10H fire trails will be closed on weekdays between 7:30am ad 4:30pm commencing Monday 22nd May, 2023. The trails are being upgraded as part of the NSW Fire Access and Fire Trial Plan (FAFT) program.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 5 Apr 2023, 4.06pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2023, 3.54pm
Victoria Road fire trail will be closed on weekdays between 7:30am and 4:30pm commencing Tuesday 7 March 2023. The trails are being upgraded as part of the NSW Fire Access and Fire Trail Plan (FAFT) and flood recovery programs.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 7 Dec 2022, 7.00am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 2 May 2023, 12.07pm
Honeymoon track will be closed on weekdays from Wednesday 1 March 2023 to Friday 30 June 2023 for upgrade works.
The track will be open on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays during the closure period.
Works may be extended due to wet weather. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 5 Apr 2023, 4.12pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 May 2023, 8.45am
Miverva Pool is closed to public access on weekdays between 7:30am and 4:30pm commencing from Tuesday 7 March. The trails that lead to Minerva Pool are being upgraded as part of the NSW Fire Access and Fire Trail Plan (FAFT) and flood recovery programs. Access to Minerva Pool is permitted on weekends only during this time or outside of construction hours mentioned above on weekdays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 5 Apr 2023, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 May 2023, 8.46am
10B Fire Trail from Stokes Creek Weir to intersection of 10B and 10C trails will be closed on weekdays between 7:30am ad 4:30pm commencing Wednesday 5th April. The trails are being upgraded as part of the NSW Fire Access and Fire Trial Plan (FAFT) program.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 6 Mar 2023, 3.07pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 May 2023, 2.43pm
Jingga walking track is closed until further notice. The walking track is currently being repaired. As soon as the track can be safely reopened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Illawarra office on 02 4224 4188.
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Applies from Sun 17 Apr 2022, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 May 2023, 9.38am
Werrong Beach track is closed due to a landslip. Further information will be available following a geotechnical assessment.
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Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 May 2023, 1.12pm
Sections of Curra Moors walking 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 Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 May 2023, 1.11pm
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 1 Aug 2022, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 May 2023, 9.33am
The 10C management trail in Dharawal National Park is closed due to landslides until further notice, the trail will be re-opened when cleared and assessed as safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 May 2023, 9.38am
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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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/sublime-point-walking-track/local-alerts
Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger. However, it is recommended that bushwalking only be undertaken during daylight hours because of the presence of cliff edges and other hazards.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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