Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Fri 3 March 2023, 6.24am
Applies from Thu 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am.
Last reviewed: Fri 3 Mar 2023, 6.24am.
Safety alerts: Reduce speed and drive to conditions
Ongoing wet weather has impacted the roads in this reserve, leaving them washed out and/or under water for long periods of time.
Although some dry weather has occurred, access trails can still have rough surfaces and will require maintenance.
Vehicles that enter the park may still become bogged or need specialist recovery.
Please reduce speed, drive to conditions, and be aware of your surroundings.
For more information, contact the NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Tue 7 Mar 2023, 12.00am to Thu 6 Apr 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Mar 2023, 2.17pm
Closed areas: West Spirey Creek walking track closed
West Spirey Creek walking track is closed from Tuesday 7 March 2023 for maintenance and renewal work. The current estimated reopening time for this track is Thursday 6 April 2023.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Warrumbungle Visitor Centre on 02 6825 4364.
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Mar 2023, 6.24am
Safety alerts: Reduce speed and drive to conditions
Ongoing wet weather has impacted the roads in this reserve, leaving them washed out and/or under water for long periods of time.
Although some dry weather has occurred, access trails can still have rough surfaces and will require maintenance.
Vehicles that enter the park may still become bogged or need specialist recovery.
Please reduce speed, drive to conditions, and be aware of your surroundings.
For more information, contact the NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.
Affects 11 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 12 Dec 2022, 6.00am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Mar 2023, 9.31am
Other planned events: Fire ban: 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 2 parks and 34 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Fri 2 Dec 2022, 12.15pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jan 2023, 12.32pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban (solid fuel)
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. or call the Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640
Affects 3 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Fri 16 Aug 2019, 2.44pm to Wed 1 Jan 2025, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Mar 2023, 9.04am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) carries out continuous 1080 baiting in Warrumbungle National Park for the control of foxes. Meat baits and canid pest ejectors (CPE's) containing 1080 sodium fluoroacetate poison are laid in the Park north of Timor Road/John Renshaw Parkway.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 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.
This program protects the endangered brush-tailed rock-wallaby. For more information, contact the NPWS Castlereagh area office on 02 6843 4000.
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
Applies from Tue 6 Sep 2022, 4.34pm to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 4.37pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Mar 2023, 2.17pm
Closed areas: Hurleys camp closed
Hurleys camp and walking track in Warrumbungle National Park is closed from Monday 8 August 2022 until further notice due to hazardous trees.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Warrumbungle National Park Visitor Information Centre on 02 6825 4364.
Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list