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Applies from Sat 6 Jun 2026, 11.19pm. Last reviewed: Sun 7 Jun 2026, 3.48pm
Fires - Advice: WATERFALL WAY
There is a fire in this park called WATERFALL WAY. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sat 6 Jun 2026, 9.17am to Fri 12 Jun 2026, 4.22pm. Last reviewed: Sat 6 Jun 2026, 9.38am
Closed areas: Moses Rock Road in Wild Cattle Creek State Forest will be closed at the Cascade Creek bridge for maintenance work from Wed 10th June to Fri 12th June.
Moses Rock Road in Wild Cattle Creek State Forest will be closed at the Cascade Creek bridge for maintenance work from Wed 10th June to Fri 12th June
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Applies from Mon 27 Apr 2026, 12.47pm to Sat 13 Jun 2026, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jun 2026, 5.01pm
Closed areas: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive partial closure
Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive is closed between Mount Babyl north to Peacock Creek Road until approximately Friday 12 June due to wet conditions.
The following facilities will remain open
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- Cambridge Plateau picnic area
- Culmaran loop trail
- Culmaran Valley track
Please use Iron Pot Creek Road or Sextonville Road to access Peacock Creek campground as there will be no access via Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive until the road re-opens.
Telco Companies & related persons that require access to Mount Babyl trail and tower area, can access Mount Babyl using a KRB key only.
The private Airbnb cabin off Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive will remain accessible via Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive from the south via the Bruxner Highway, contact the owner for more information.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Fri 5 Jun 2026, 2.47pm to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 2.48pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jun 2026, 2.51pm
Closed areas: Point Lookout Road - 4WD access only.
Point Lookout Road is currently not suitable for 2WD vehicles. The road is wet and slippery in sections because of heavy rainfall. Roadworks are scheduled to repair the road when conditions allow - Point Lookout Road is managed by Armidale Council. Take care and drive safely.
Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
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Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2026, 8.51am to Fri 30 Jun 2028, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 10.49am
Closed areas: Lyrebird Link track closed
Lyrebird Link track closed. Temporary access to walks via a steep detour.
The Lyrebird Link ramp to the walking tracks from the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre has been closed to address safety risks. Temporary access to the walks via a short steep detour (18 degrees or 1 in 3) is unsuitable for mobility impaired visitors and prams. This will be the only available walk access until the Glade reopens. Please ask at the information counter for advice and directions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre on 02 6657 5913 or Coffs Coast Area Office on 02 6652 0900
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Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 7.00am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 10.42am
Closed areas: Lyrebird Lane and the Glade carpark closed
Lyrebird Lane and the Glade carpark are closed to vehicles and pedestrians until 5pm Friday 19th June 2026 for civil works.
The Glade carpark is being redeveloped and the temporary visitors centre is under construction in the Glade. Lyrebird Lane and the Glade carpark will be closed to visitors until the works are completed. The Glade picnic area will still be open to pedestrians via the Wonga Walk, with all parking at the Rainforest Centre precinct.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre on 02 6657 5913 or Coffs Coast Area Office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 10.10am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 10.11am. Last reviewed: Fri 29 May 2026, 10.18am
Closed areas: Barokee Campground Closed Due to Maintenance
Barokee Campground will be closed from 10am Monday 13 April to 10am Sunday 31st August 2026 for maintenance. The Day Use Area and Walking tracks are now publicly accessible. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Mon 25 May 2026, 6.00am to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 May 2026, 4.42pm
Safety alerts: Construction Works Along Bike Trails
Please be advised scheduled construction works will be underway along the bike trails in Currys Gap State Conservation Area from 25 May 2026 to 30 September 2026.
Work hours are :
- Mon-Fri: 6:00am to 6:00pm
- Saturdays: 6:00am to 1:00pm
The park will remain open during this time, however please adhere to all signs and directions from contractors and workers onsite. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Tue 5 May 2026, 4.25pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 4.25pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 May 2026, 3.12pm
Safety alerts: Peacock Creek campground access limitations
Access to Peacock Creek campground is limited for some vehicles during inclement weather due to deterioration of local roads. See below best options to access the campground whilst repairs and upgrades take place on local roads:
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- Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive via Bruxner Highway (south) - best access when open, 2WD suitable in dry weather only. Intermittently closed during periods of wet weather.
- Sextonville Road via Summerland Way (East) - Most weather access suitable for most vehicles, some pot holes and slippery when wet.
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- Iron Pot Creek Road via Kyogle (north) - Suitable for all vehicles in most weather. Drive from Kyogle towards Toonumbar on Afterlee Road to the Dam Access Road, then turn left onto Brays Road, right onto Logan's Bridge Road and right onto Iron Pot Creek Road. Follow signs to Bonalbo once on Brays Road.
- Peacock Creek Road via Clarence way (west) - 4WD only, not suitable for towing. Two steep creek crossings not suitable for 2WD/AWD, badly damaged road surface with very large pot holes.
Drivers advised to drive to conditions, check NPWS website alerts before visiting and follow all signage instructions at road works. For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Mon 13 Apr 2026, 8.30am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 20 May 2026, 8.36am
Other planned events: 1080 Aerial and Ground Baiting Operations
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will commence a 1080 ground and aerial baiting program on the 13th April 2026 to the 30th June 2026 on the following reserves:
- Bald Rock National Park
- Barool National Park
- Basket Swamp National Park
- Bluff River Nature Reserve
- Bolivia Hill Nature Reserve
- Boonoo Boonoo National Park
- Butterleaf National Park and State Conservation Area
- Capoompeta National Park
- Cataract National Park and State Conservation Area
- Cathedral Rock National Park
- Crooked Creek National Park
- Donnybrook National Park
- Gibraltar Range National Park
- Gibraltar Nature Reserve
- Guy Fawkes River National Park
- Guy Fawkes River Nature Reserve
- Kings Plains National Park
- Kwiambal CCAZ1 (Arthurs Seat)
- Kwiambal National Park
- Little Llangothlin Nature Reserve
- Maryland National Park
- Maroomba State Conservation Area
- Nymboida National Park
- Severn River Nature Reserve
- Torrington State Conservation Area
- Warra National Park
- Washpool National Park
- Washpool State Conservation Area
The operations will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Signs will be placed at the entry to all the baiting locations. Domestic pets are not permitted in NPWS 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Mon 11 May 2026, 9.53am to Thu 18 Jun 2026, 11.20am. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 10.52am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program from Monday 18 May 2026 to Thursday 4 June 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in
Dthinna Dthinnawan National Park
Dthinna Dthinnawan Nature Reserve
Arakoola Nature Reserve
Taringa Nature Reserve
Burral Yurrul Nature Reserve and
Burral Yurrul National Park
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 local Barwon NPWS area office for more information on 02 6792 7300.
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Applies from Fri 4 Apr 2025, 10.39am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 May 2026, 8.54am
Closed areas: Lavender Vale Homestead Closed for Bookings
Due to maintenance, the Lavender Vale Homestead at Kwiambal National Park will be closed to bookings for the foreseeable future. We apologise for the inconvenience.
Please note Lavender Vale Cottage has remained open and is available for bookings. Please visit: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/accommodation/lavender-vale-cottage
For more information contact the local office at (02) 6739 0700 or npws.ntab@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 10.07am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 10.08am. Last reviewed: Sat 9 May 2026, 3.19pm
Closed parks: Jubullum Flat Camp closed
Jubullum Flat Camp Aboriginal Area is closed until further notice due to hazardous trees and related works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Tue 28 Oct 2025, 12.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.18am
Closed areas: New England National Park walking track closures
The following areas are closed for public safety, to allow NPWS to assess and manage rockfall hazards.
- Eagles Nest walking track
- All access to Weeping Rock
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 3 Sep 2025, 12.00pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 23 May 2026, 8.45am
Other planned events: Susan Island Nature Reserve - 1080 baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Susan Island Nature Reserve Area from 1 January to 31 July 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
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 local Grafton NPWS area office for more information on 02 66 411 500.
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Applies from Wed 28 Sep 2022, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 11.34am
Closed areas: Doon Goonge campground closed
Doon Goonge campground is closed for public safety.
Alternate nearby campgrounds include Dalmorton, Thungutti, Cod Hole and Platypus Flat, that can be booked on the NPWS website.
For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 9 Mar 2026, 8.00am to Tue 9 Mar 2027, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 10.12am
Closed parks: Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area closed for pest control operations
Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area will be closed for pest control operations until 09 March 2027.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Coffs Coast Area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 4 Mar 2026, 3.02pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 3.05pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jun 2026, 1.57pm
Closed areas: Coffee Creek Rd is closed due to damaged crossing
Coffee Creek Rd is closed from 4 March 2026 until 30 December 2026 while damage is assessed and repairs undertaken.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 May 2026, 7.50am
Closed areas: Road closure
Some areas of this park are closed until further notice due to the demolition of a bridge from a past flooding event.
The closed areas include the 4WD access to North Washpool, an area also known as Washpool rest area, entering from Baryulgil onto Collum Collum Road. The bridge is washed away at the junction of Washpool Creek and Collum Collum Road.
Please note:
- Washpool National Park’s 2WD entrance off Gwydir Highway onto Coachwood Drive and Washpool Forest Way is open.
- Bellbird campground, Coombadjha campground and the Granites lookout and picnic areas are accessible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 2 Sep 2020, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 May 2026, 7.51am
Closed areas: Limestone Caves closed
The Limestone Caves in Kwiambal National Park are closed until further notice. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 15 Sep 2025, 10.34am to Fri 31 Dec 9999, 10.34am. Last reviewed: Thu 21 May 2026, 8.53am
Closed parks: Kwiambal CCA Zone 1 - Closed for Public Access
As per the Plan Of Management, Kwiambal NP CCA Zone 1 is closed to public access. This reserve is only accessible via private property and is exempt from public access. This reserve is separate from Kwiambal National Park, which is accessible to the public.
For more information on the Kwiambal NP CCA Zone 1 Plan of Management please see: Kwiambal NP CCAZ Plan Of Management
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 May 2026, 7.51am
Safety alerts: Speed limits within park
Vehicle access in Boonoo Boonoo NP is restricted to a maximum of 40km/h throughout the park, and some areas with shared pedestrian access are restricted to 10km/h. Gravel roads can become slippery at times, particularly in wet weather, so please exercise caution and adhere to the sign-posted limits.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Wed 18 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 May 2026, 9.00am
Safety alerts: Sherwood Forest Drive is 4wd and dry weather only
Sherwood Forest Drive is a 4WD, dry weather only road.
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Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 10.02am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 11.17am
Closed areas: Sid Burke Rest Area closed for works
Please be advised Sid Burke Rest Area is closed until further notice.
Emergency works are being undertaken to fix vandalised amenities building.
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Applies from Fri 23 Jan 2026, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 May 2026, 10.54am
Safety alerts: Safety Alert - Changed Road conditions: Waihou Rd 5T load limit
Waihou Rd has a 5 Tonne load limit due to a damaged bridge and a damaged culvert.
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Applies from Wed 27 Aug 2025, 8.02am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Mar 2026, 7.42am
Other incidents: Yabbra NP - Road conditions
South Yabbra Road runs South from Clarence Way providing visitors with an 18km rainforest road experience to the heart of Yabbra National Park. South Yabbra Road is generally suitable for AWD or 4WD vehicles in dry weather conditions and is a no through road (visitors need to return along South Yabbra Road). From the end of South Yabbra Road visitors can walk or cycle along the adjacent management trails to explore further. Joes Box Road, Yabbra Plains Road, Pocupar Road, Bald Knob Road and South Haystack Feeder are management trails where public vehicle access is not permitted. These management trails are periodically closed to visitors for road maintenance or pest management operations with closures notified on NPWS website.
Sheas Hut Road provides public vehicle access for a further 10 km however is in poor condition and not promoted.
There are frequent tree falls along these roads and visitors are advised to avoid during wet weather events or strong winds. For further information contact the Kyogle NPWS office on (02) 6632 0000.
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Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 2.39pm to Fri 24 Jul 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Mar 2026, 10.15am
Closed areas: West End Trail - New England NP - Closed.
West End Trail in New England NP permanently closed due to multiple bridges out.
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Applies from Mon 21 Mar 2022, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Apr 2026, 3.10pm
Closed areas: Suttons road closed permanently due to storm damage road failure
Suttons road is closed to vehicle traffic following the second major pavement collapse in an area of highly dispersible soils. Alternate access is via Granite Pit or McMullens roads.
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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