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Applies from Mon 18 May 2026, 6.05am to Fri 12 Jun 2026, 5.06pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 May 2026, 8.33am
Closed areas: Polblue Swamp Walk Temporarily Closed Due to Upgrade Works
The Polblue Swamp Walking Track will be temporarily closed from Monday 18 May 2026 while the walking track upgrade is being completed.
Please note that:
- the Polblue Camping and Picnic Areas will remain open
- signs will be in place around closed areas
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office in Scone 02 6540 2300 or Gloucester 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Sat 27 Sep 2025, 9.48am to Sun 31 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 9.35am
Closed areas: 4WD Trail Closures
Most of the public-accessible 4WD trails in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area have now re-opened, after the annual season closure period.
However, the following 4WD trail remain closed, due to current trail conditions:
- Barrington Trail south past the Junction Pools Trail
This closure does not effect public vehicle access to the Little Murray and Junction Pools campgrounds.
Walkers and mountain bikers are still permitted to utilise the trail while it is closed to public vehicles.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Sat 25 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Tue 16 Jun 2026, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 9.49am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 2nd May 2026 to 16th May 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Barakee National Park, Barrakee State Conservation Area, Biriwal Bulga National Park, Bugan Nature Reserve, Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park, Goonook Nature Reserve, Talawahl Nature Reserve, Tapin Tops National Park and Wallamba Nature Reserve.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office for more information on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 12.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 8.12pm
Closed parks: National parks closed due to flood damage
The following reserves are closed until further notice due to flood impacts;
- Barrakee SCA
- Killabakh NR
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters.
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.
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Applies from Mon 14 Jul 2025, 1.35pm to Mon 29 Jun 2026, 1.37pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 11.50am
Closed areas: Craddocks Creek Trail closed due to landslips
Craddocks Creek Trail in Copeland Tops SCA is closed until further notice to allow contractors to undertake landslip remediation. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.
NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.
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Applies from Tue 21 Apr 2026, 10.40am to Sun 14 Jun 2026, 10.42am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 7.58am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 2 May to 16 May 2026 in the following reserves:
- Barrington Tops National Park/State Conservation Area
- Towarri National Park / Wingen Maid Nature Reserve / Cedar Brush Nature Reserve
- Wallabadah Nature Reserve
- Woolooma National Park
- Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve/National Park
- Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve/State Conservation Area
- Curracabundi National Park/State Conservation Area, Bretti Nature Reserve, Mernot Nature Reserve, Watchimbark Nature Reserve, Woko National Park, Monkeycot Nature Reserve, Coneac State Conservation Area, Camels Hump Nature Reserve, Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
- Copeland Tops State Conservation Area
- Berrico Nature Reserve
- The Glen Nature Reserve
- Barakee National Park
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at authorised entrances to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and most other NPWS managed land. 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.
Please contact NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Scone Office on 02 6540 2300 for more information.
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Applies from Thu 14 Aug 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 1.16pm
Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Tapin Tops National Park
The following areas within Tapin Tops National Park are closed due to flood impacts;
- Potoroo Falls (including Potoroo Road)
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area on (02) 6591 0300
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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 16 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.37am
Closed areas: Closed areas: Barington Tops National Park partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
The Gloucester Tops section of Barrington Tops National Park will be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 20 April 2026 to Friday 16 October 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Areas will be closed by signage. Do Not Enter. Penalties apply.
This closure does not directly effect Gloucester River campground and all walking tracks / picnic facilities at Gloucester Tops will remain open during daylight hours when an operation is happening.
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Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 11.57am to Fri 2 Oct 2026, 11.57am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 7.58am
Safety alerts: Visitor safety alert: feral horses
Feral horses move through this campground and along the adjacent walking track day and night. Campers at Polblue campground should set up tents as close to their vehicles as possible.
Aggressive horse behaviour can pose a safety risk for visitors. Aggressive behaviour includes snorting, head bobbing, stomping front legs, ears erect, aggressive stance and approaching in an aggressive manner.
What to do around aggressive horses:
- avoid the animals, especially if a stallion is present and there are mares nearby
- retreat to your vehicle
- wave your arms around and make lots of noise
- walk in a group rather than as an individual
- always be aware of your immediate surroundings.
Please report any such interaction or aggressive horse behaviour to NPWS Gloucester on 6538 5300 or NPWS Scone on 6540 2300.
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Applies from Sat 28 Feb 2026, 9.08am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Mar 2026, 2.06pm
Closed areas: Karamea Homestead closed due to flood damage
The following area is closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from the May 2025 flooding and severe weather event:
The Homestead will reopen when the damage has been rectified and the site is safe.
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Applies from Thu 6 Nov 2025, 11.13am. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Apr 2026, 7.30am
Closed areas: Cliff Face walking track temporarily closed due to impacts from flooding / severe weather
Cliff Face Track will be closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from the flooding and severe weather event that occurred during May 2025
The walking track will reopen when the damage has been rectified and the site is safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 2.25pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 9.49am
Closed parks: Curracabundi National Park closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Curracabundi National Park is closed for ground pest control operation
Curracabundi National Park (Rockglen, Lea Hurst. Monkeycot, Karamea precincts) is closed 9am, Monday 2 February 2026 to 1030am, Tuesday 30 June 2026 for a ground pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Barrington Tops Area Office 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Tue 9 Dec 2025, 10.23am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 10.00am
Closed areas: Scrub Bird Walking Track Closed
The Scrub Bird walking track is closed until further notice due to a significant tree fall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Port Macquarie NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Wed 19 Nov 2025, 9.17am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 10.02am
Closed areas: Rawson Falls Walking Trail closure
Part of the Rawson Falls Walking Trail remains closed due to extensive damage caused by the May 2025 major flood event. Sections of the trail are affected by dangerous trees, and a significant landslip has occurred on the track leading to the base of the waterfall.
The picnic area as well as the top section of the walking trail to the lookout platform are open.
The section of trail below the lookout will remain closed while planning approvals and procurement are completed to remediate the landslip.
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Applies from Tue 4 Nov 2025, 1.53pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 8.45am
Safety alerts: Williams Top Rd - 4WD recommended in wet conditions
Williams Top Rd (in Chichester State Forest) has been reopened, allowing vehicle access to Lagoon Pinch Picnic Area (start of the Corker Trail). However, 4WD is recommended in wet conditions due to slippery surfaces. Drivers should be experienced and well prepared as mobile coverage in the area is limited.
For more information contact NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212.
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Applies from Thu 28 Dec 2023, 7.31am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 8.41am
Closed areas: Burraga Swamp Walk Closed
Burraga Swamp walking track is currently inaccessible to vehicles due to closure of Mt Allyn Rd. Forestry Corporation of NSW has closed the road due to a failed bridge. The reopening date is not known at this stage. For more information, phone Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.37am
Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park
Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It's 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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