Applies from Thu 30 Nov 2023, 1.53pm to Thu 7 Dec 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Nov 2023, 2.04pm

Closed areas: Bark Hut closed due to maintenance issue

Bark Hut campground, amenities and BBQ picnic areas are closed from Thursday 30 November 2023 due to maintenance issues. As an alternative, visitors are encouraged to camp at Dawsons Spring campground.

This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Narrabri area office on 02 6792 7300.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Mount Kaputar National Park
  • Bark Hut picnic area and campground

Applies from Thu 30 Nov 2023, 9.15am to Mon 4 Dec 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Nov 2023, 9.17am

Closed areas: Barraba track and Waa Gorge closed due to wet conditions

Barraba track and Waa Gorge in Mount Kaputar National Park is closed due to wet conditions. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Narrabri area office on 02 6792 7300.

Affects 1 park and 5 locations nearby. Show list

• Mount Kaputar National Park
  • Barraba track
  • Mill-bullah walking track
  • Upper Bullawa Creek picnic area
  • Waa Gorge picnic area
  • Waa Gorge walking track

Applies from Fri 1 Sep 2023, 10.05am to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Nov 2023, 9.03am

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, 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.

Affects 19 parks nearby. Show list

• Bingara State Conservation Area
• Bobbiwaa State Conservation Area
• Bullala National Park
• Bullawa Creek State Conservation Area
• Couradda National Park
• Deriah Aboriginal Area
• Gamilaroi Nature Reserve
• Gwydir River National Park
• Gwydir River State Conservation Area
• Horton Falls National Park
• Ironbark Nature Reserve
• Killarney State Conservation Area
• Moema National Park
• Mount Kaputar National Park
• Serpentine Ridge National Park
• Terry Hie Hie Aboriginal Area
• Warialda National Park
• Warialda State Conservation Area
• Woodsreef State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 1 Sep 2023, 6.00am to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Nov 2023, 10.28am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial and ground baiting program

Please be advised the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an aerial and ongoing ground baiting program in Mount Kaputar National Park from Friday 1 September 2023 to Sunday 31 March 2024. 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 impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

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.

For further information please contact the NPWS Barwon Area office on (02) 6792 7300.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Mount Kaputar National Park