Applies from Sun 5 Jul 2020, 8.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jul 2020, 10.20am

Closed areas: Carparks closed to vehicles when full

Due to high visitation carparks will be closed when full.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Kamay Botany Bay National Park
  • Cape Solander
  • Commemoration Flat picnic area
  • Yena picnic area

Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jul 2020, 10.26am

Closed areas: Malabar Headland Anzac Rifle Range

1. For public safety, the eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park is closed during ANZAC Rifle Range operations.

These closures may occur with little or no notice.

2. When is the eastern section of the park closed?

• Every Saturday from 7.30am
• All day Wednesday 15 July, Thursday 16 July and Friday 17 July 2020.

3. Do not enter the eastern section of the park (including Boora Point walking track) when:

• Red flags are flying above the range
• There are warning signs at the park's entry points (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark)
• Park entry gates are closed

These closures apply to the eastern section of the park only (Boora Point walking track).

The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) remains open.

The range operation schedule is provided by the NSW Rifle Association.

4. Contacts

To contact the ANZAC Rifle Range, call 02 9661 4532.

To contact the NPWS area office, email the Environment line or call 02 9337 5511.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Malabar Headland National Park
  • Boora Point walking track

Applies from Wed 24 Jun 2020, 5.58pm to Fri 31 Jul 2020, 6.04pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Jun 2020, 9.58am

Closed areas: Bluefish Drive closed

The section of Bluefish Drive past the Gunner Road car park is closed to the public for safety reasons from Wednesday 24 June 2020 until further notice.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head

Applies from Fri 12 Jun 2020, 7.00am to Mon 30 Nov 2020, 3.11pm. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Jun 2020, 3.21pm

Safety alerts: Pest management program - North Head

A pest fox control operation is in progress across North Head from Friday 12 June 2020 until further notice. Areas where trapping is underway will be signposted. Please keep to the centre of formed tracks.

Some areas may be closed temporarily. Signs will be in place around any closed areas.

For further information call the NPWS Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 during weekdays or 13000 PARKS (13000 72757) on weekends.

Affects 1 park and 5 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Collins Flat Beach
  • Fairfax walk
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head
  • Q Station

Applies from Fri 29 May 2020, 9.19am to Fri 28 Aug 2020, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Fri 29 May 2020, 9.47am

Closed areas: Bluefish track closed for track upgrades Monday to Friday

Bluefish track is closed Monday to Friday from Monday 1 June to Friday 28 August 2020 for track maintenance. The track will be open on weekends.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9960 6266 (open Tuesday to Thursday).

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head

Applies from Fri 15 May 2020, 5.21pm to Wed 30 Sep 2020, 5.22pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 May 2020, 12.12pm

Other incidents: Track upgrade works - Blue Fish walking track, North Head

Track upgrade works are taking place on Blue Fish walking track, North Head from Friday 15 May 2020 until further notice. For more information, call the NPWS Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head

Applies from Fri 3 Apr 2020, 3.06pm to Mon 30 Nov 2020, 3.07pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 May 2020, 8.10pm

Closed areas: Middle Head Officers Quarters closed

Middle Head Officers Quarters will be closed for bookings from Thursday 2 March 2020 until further notice for the health and safety of staff and visitors. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Middle Head
  • Middle Head

Applies from Thu 2 Jan 2020, 3.31pm to Fri 1 Jan 2021, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2020, 4.21pm

Other planned events: Middle Head office closed until further notice

Middle Head office is closed until further notice to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff. You can still contact us by phone or email for information.

Passes can be purchased online or by phone:

Online:

• NPWS website
• Service NSW when renewing your NSW vehicle registration. This includes $15 discount on a 1 year All Parks Pass or 1 year Multi Parks Pass

Phone:

National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Middle Head
  • Middle Head
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head

Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Mar 2020, 4.29pm

Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening and closing times

North Head Scenic Drive gate closing and opening times are:

• From 1 October to 31 March each year, the gate is open from 5am to 8.30pm
• From 1 April to 30 September each year, the gate is open from 6am to 6pm

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax walk
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head
  • Q Station

Applies from Sat 1 Feb 2020, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jan 2020, 10.36am

Other planned events: 1080 pest management

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is doing 1080 ground baiting using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) in Sydney Harbour National Park. This includes Chowder Bay and Dobroyd, Bradleys, Georges, Middle and North headlands. North Head includes adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management, and Quarantine Station.

The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 February 2020 and 31 July 2020. All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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 these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

For more information, contact the local park office:

• Middle Head on 02 9960 6266 (business hours)
• NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)

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• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Mon 12 Aug 2019, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Aug 2019, 10.21am

Safety alerts: Lower steps on Shark Island Wharf closed

The lower 4 steps of Shark Island Wharf are closed due to a safety hazard. Using these steps for berthing, drop-off and pick-up is prohibited. Access is only possible using the upper stairs.

Small vessels and boats may not be able to berth, particularly at low tide.

For more information, call 02 9337 5511.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Shark Island
  • Shark Island

Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Feb 2020, 2.39pm

Closed areas: Fort Denison closed

Fort Denison is closed to visitors until further notice, due to site maintenance. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Vaucluse area office on 02 9337 5511 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fort Denison