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Applies from Mon 25 Jan 2021, 1.42pm to Fri 12 Feb 2021, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Jan 2021, 7.33am
Closed areas: Towarri National Park partial closure
The area north of the Washpools camping and picnic area in Towarri National Park will be closed for an aerial pest control operation during the following periods:
- From 4pm, Wednesday 3 February to 3pm, Friday 5 February 2021 and
- From 12pm, Monday 8 February to 3pm, Friday 12 February 2021
This program will target feral deer, pigs, and goats as part of the state-wide post-fire recovery program. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals, including threatened species. Other pest animals, including foxes and wild dogs, will be targeted if observed during the operation.
You can still access Washpools picnic area and Washpools campground while the aerial pest control program is taking place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call 0436 003 303.
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Applies from Wed 9 Dec 2020, 4.58pm to Mon 8 Feb 2021, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Jan 2021, 11.59am
Closed areas: Gummi Falls campground
Gummi Falls campground and Bullock Brush trail are closed from Wednesday 13 January to Monday 8 February 2021 due to upgrade works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Barrington Tops area office on 02 6540 2300 or 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Tue 5 Jan 2021, 10.44am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Jan 2021, 12.10pm
Closed areas: Williams Top Road closed due to storm damage
Some parts of this park are closed until further notice due to recent storm damage and dangerous trees. Forestry Corporation of NSW has closed Williams Top Road due to a washed-out culvert. Access to Black Swamp and Wombat Creek campgrounds is affected.
The closed areas are:
- Williams Top picnic area (Upper Rocky Crossing walk)
- Lagoon Pinch picnic area
- Corker trail
Sites in Barrington Tops Plateau, including Wombat Creek campground and Black Swamp campground, can still be accessed via Link trail (Kerripit Road, Gloucester Tops) or Junction Pools (via Barrington trail).
Burraga Swamp track can now be accessed via Allyn River Road (use either Salisbury Gap Road from Salisbury or Bingleburra Road from Dungog). If you're in a 2WD vehicle, drive with caution and avoid this area in wet weather.
Check conditions before travelling because causeways rise quickly with rain.
For more information call the NPWS Gloucester office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212.
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Applies from Wed 9 Dec 2020, 2.27pm to Fri 26 Feb 2021, 2.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Dec 2020, 2.31pm
Fire bans: Jacky Barkers campground - 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, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas 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.
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Applies from Tue 13 Oct 2020, 10.31am. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Dec 2020, 9.50am
Closed areas: Trails closed to vehicles due to unsafe trail conditions
The following trails are closed in this park until further notice, due to unsafe trail conditions:
- Tugalow trail
- Thunderbolts trail
There is alternative access to Gummi Falls campground via Bullocks Brush trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 13 Oct 2020, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Sat 14 Nov 2020, 8.57am
Closed areas: Barrington trail south - closed beyond Junction Pools
The last 5km of Barrington Trail south remains closed to vehicles due to trail conditions following recent wet conditions. Visitors can still access both Little Murray and Junction Pools campgrounds.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call either the NPWS Gloucester area office on 02 6538 5300 or the NPWS Scone area office on 02 6540 2300.
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Applies from Thu 11 Jun 2020, 2.07pm to Sun 31 Jan 2021, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Jul 2020, 8.51am
Safety alerts: Jerusalem Creek trail pedestrian bridge damaged
Jerusalem Creek trail currently has a damaged pedestrian bridge. A diversion is in place. Please take care and follow on-site signs.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 7 Dec 2017, 1.31pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2020, 4.27pm
Other planned events: Post fire relief program - ongoing aerial pest management program underway
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is running a 1080 wild dog baiting program in Wallabadah Nature Reserve from Monday 11 May to Wednesday 11 November 2020.
For more information call the NPWS Scone area office on 02 6540 2300.
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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Thu 21 May 2020, 9.58am
Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park
Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It has been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access.
Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 26 Mar 2020, 12.31pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2020, 8.21am
Safety alerts: 1080 wild dog and fox baiting operation
An aerial and ground baiting operation will take place in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area, Wallabadah Nature Reserve, Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve and National Park, Crawney Pass National Park, Curracabundi National Park and State Conservation Area, Mernot Nature Reserve, Monkeycot Nature Reserve and Watchimbark Nature Reserve from Tuesday 31 March to Wednesday 30 September 2020. Meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison will be used. The program is for the control of wild dog and foxes. Baiting locations are identified by signs.
Please remember that domestic pests 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, contact the local NPWS Scone area office on 02 6540 2300 or the NPWS Gloucester area office on 02 6538 5300.
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