Applies from Tue 31 Dec 2019, 11.35am to Fri 31 Jan 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jan 2020, 3.34pm

Closed parks: Park closed due to bushfires

This park is closed due to active bushfires in the area. Do not enter this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) or visit the Rural Fire Service website.

Affects 3 parks nearby. Show list

• Dharawal National Park
• Dharawal Nature Reserve
• Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 30 Dec 2019, 4.04pm to Tue 4 Feb 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jan 2020, 9.32am

Closed areas: Summer time road closures

Royal National Park can get extremely busy in summer and some roads in the park may close when car parks become full. For up to the minute information on closures check livetraffic.com or follow our twitter feed @RoyalNPAlerts. For more information please contact Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

Affects 1 park and 8 locations nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • Bonnie Vale campground
  • Bonnie Vale picnic area
  • Garie Beach picnic area
  • Governor Game lookout
  • Royal National Park Visitor Centre
  • The Audley Dance Hall
  • Wattamolla picnic area
  • Wedding Cake Rock

Applies from Thu 12 Sep 2019, 2.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Oct 2019, 8.07am

Fire bans: Park fire ban

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

• They're under direct control of an adult
• The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
• There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.

Affects 3 parks nearby. Show list

• Dharawal National Park
• Dharawal Nature Reserve
• Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 4 Jan 2019, 12.53pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Jan 2019, 3.30pm

Other planned events: Figure Eight Pools - check the wave risk forecast before visiting

If you’re thinking about visiting Figure Eight Pools, stay safe and check our webpage before you go. Our new wave risk forecast tool will show you the best day and time to visit and can predict ocean conditions 4 days in advance. For more information please call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

Affects 1 park and 7 locations nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park
  • Figure Eight Pools
  • Garie Beach picnic area
  • North Era campground
  • Palm Jungle loop track
  • Royal National Park Visitor Centre
  • The Coast track
  • Werrong Beach track

Applies from Fri 1 May 2015, 4.12pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Jul 2016, 1.00pm

Safety alerts: Audley precinct in wet weather

Access across the Audley Weir may be closed due to river flooding during times of wet weather. During wet weather, NPWS advise park visitors to visit Live Traffic NSW to ascertain the status of the Weir crossing before commencing their travel to the park. During times of closure, access to Bundeena, Maianbar residential areas, Royal National Park Visitor Centre, including the Audley Dance hall and cafe, is via McKell Ave Waterfall.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Royal National Park