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Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Fri 10 Jul 2026, 9.24am to Fri 7 Aug 2026, 9.25am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jul 2026, 12.51pm

Closed areas: Baranbali & Wabba Road Closure

Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 1 June to Friday 7 August 2026 while major road repairs continue. The closed areas are:

  • Baranbali Road
  • Wabba Road

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Contact Byron Bay office for further information 02 6639 8300

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Applies from Mon 22 Jun 2026, 6.00am to Fri 7 Aug 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jul 2026, 12.51pm

Closed parks: Park closure alert for Mooball National Park

Park closed for road repairs

 

Mooball National Park is closed from 7.30am, Monday 22 June 2026 to 4.30pm, Friday 7 August 2026 for all of park road repairs.

 

During the period of closure multiple heavy truck movements are scheduled on Cooradilla Road per day. For your safety, please adhere to the park closure.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Byron Bay office 02 6639 8300 or email npws.tweedbyron@environment.nsw.gov.au.

 

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Applies from Tue 9 Jun 2026, 7.00am to Fri 31 Jul 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jul 2026, 9.11am

Other planned events: Road closure - Black Rock Road closed for maintenance and sealing

Planned roadworks will be taking place on Tuesday 9th June until Friday 31st July 17:00pm in Tyagarah Nature Reserve.

Closure of Black Rock Road.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6639 8300.

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Applies from Wed 22 Jul 2026, 11.49am to Thu 30 Jul 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jul 2026, 12.19pm

Closed areas: Temporary closure areas in Walgun Cape Byron SCA and Broken Head NR for targeted aerial drone works

Some areas in Walgun Cape Byron SCA and Broken Head NR will be closed temporarily (dry weather permitting) from 6am, Tuesday 28 July up to 4.00pm, Thursday 30 July 2026 for targeted aerial drone weed control of Bitou Bush. The temporary closed areas during works:

  • The entire Lighthouse Precinct
  • Lighthouse Precinct carparks - traffic control will be turning all visitors around at the entry gate
  • Sections of the Lighthouse Walking Track between Wategos and the Lighthouse and between Tallow Beach Lookout and the Lighthouse.
  • Parts of Tallow Beach from Cosy Corner south 200m
  • Three Sisters, Kings Beach, Whites Beach and Sharpes Beach Walking Tracks - during works

 

Signs will be placed at entry points and NPWS Staff will be in attendance during the temporary closures.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 02 66 708600.

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Applies from Wed 18 Feb 2026, 10.52am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jul 2026, 7.18am

Safety alerts: Beach access closed due to beach erosion

Coastal processes have eroded the sand dune causing a dangerous drop off. The beach access tracks between Mildenhall Cottage and Imeson Cottage, and from Partridge Cottage, have been closed until further notice. Access to Clarkes Beach is via Brooke Drive and the Pass, or through the Bawaii (Captain Cook) car park and rest area.

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Applies from Mon 13 Apr 2026, 11.55am to Fri 31 Jul 2026, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jul 2026, 7.18am

Closed areas: Cape Byron walking track section closure

The elevated boardwalk section of the Cape Byron Walking Track will be closed from Monday 20 April to Friday 31 July 2026. Pedestrians will be directed to use a closed lane of Lighthouse Road. Expect short delays.

The east-bound lane of Lighthouse Road will also be closed to vehicles from Monday 20 April to Friday 31 July. Expect traffic delays on Lighthouse Road.

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Applies from Mon 6 Jul 2026, 8.59am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jul 2026, 4.20pm

Other planned events: Mount Jerusalem National Park road maintenance

Essential roadworks will be happening in Mount Jerusalem National Park from Monday 6 July to Friday 24 July 2026. The affected roads and trails are:

  • Hughes Trail
  • Middle Ridge Road
  • Main Arm Road
  • Manns Road

Roadworks will happen on weekdays between 7am and 5pm. Expect short delays during these times. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control staff.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6639 8300.

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Applies from Fri 16 Jan 2026, 10.16am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jul 2026, 8.23am

Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed in both directions due to major landslip repairs

Nightcap Range Road is closed to traffic in both directions due to a major landslip associated with the 2022 flood event. The closure affects the section of Nightcap Range Road between Rummery Road intersection and Telephone Road trailer parking area.

Access to Minyon Falls and Rummery Park is via Minyon Falls Road only.

An estimated repair date has not been determined. For more information, please email NPWS Richmond River Area or call on 02 6627 0200.

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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/venues/wategos-lawn/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area in the North Coast region
    • Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area is open all hours, but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
    • Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn is open 8am to sunset.
    • The Maritime Museum in the former Lighthouse Keeper’s office at the base of the lighthouse is open 10am to 4pm daily.
    • Opening before 8am for events or disabled access can be arranged by prior notice – contact NPWS Byron Bay office during business hours 02 6639 8300.
  • Park entry fees:

    Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn and Information Centre: $10 per vehicle per hour/$4 per hour motorcycles. Maximum 1 hour per vehicle per calendar day, including all NPWS annual passholders.

    Bawaii rest area, Cosy Corner, and The Pass: $5 per vehicle/motorcycle per hour. Tap and pay card or phone payments accepted at pay machines. Cash and credit cards accepted at Walgun Cape Byron Information Centre.

    Coach entry: $30 per coach up to 30 seats; $57 per coach 31 to 43 seats; $94 per coach 44 seats and over.

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