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Applies from Thu 26 Mar 2020, 2.47pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2020, 4.26pm
Closed areas: Campgrounds closed
NPWS is working to reopen all campgrounds and accommodations where possible. However, some locations need to remain closed to ensure compliance with the current rules on public gatherings, or for other reasons such as fire or flood damage.
From 1 June 2020, all reopened campgrounds and campsites will require a booking to be made before you visit.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.
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Applies from Thu 24 Sep 2020, 3.56pm to Mon 16 Nov 2020, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2020, 4.03pm
Closed areas: Upper Nepean State Conservation Area Closed
Upper Nepean State Conservation Area is closed for ground pest control operation
This area will be closed from 16th September 2020 to 16th November 2020.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office (02) 4720 6200.
Applies from Thu 24 Sep 2020, 1.56pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2020, 3.25pm
Closed areas: Coorongooba campground closed due to flooding
Coorongooba campground is closed due to flooding of the Capertee River. There is no access to the campground until the river level drops significantly.
The closure is in place until at least Thursday 1 October 2020. The level will be assessed again prior to the October long weekend.
For more information please contact the Mudgee Area office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Wed 19 Feb 2020, 12.01pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Sep 2020, 3.46pm
Closed areas: Closed areas and hazardous conditions
Pipeline track and canyons accessed via this track (Starlight, Pipeline, Nightmare, Devils Pinch) in Wollemi National Park are closed.
Safety advice:
- Please be aware that due to recent fires and floods there may be dangerous hazards in this park. These include falling trees and branches, flooded creeks and crossings, and debris on tracks.
- If accessing remote areas of national parks, please visit the Think before you TREK page
From 1 June, all reopened campgrounds and campsites require a booking to be made before you visit.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Wed 1 Jul 2020, 10.58am to Mon 12 Oct 2020, 2.46pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Sep 2020, 2.47pm
Closed areas: Colo Meroo campground
Colo Meroo campground in Wollemi National Park is closed due to flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4588 2400.
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Applies from Fri 18 Sep 2020, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 18 Sep 2020, 5.20pm
Safety alerts: Capertee National Park causeways
Access to Capertee Homestead, Capertee Cottage, Capertee campground and the western side of Capertee National Park is via a causeways through the Capertee River.
These causeways are subject to flooding. The Capertee River can rise unexpectedly with heavy rains falling upstream, making the causeway impassable. Please check the weather forecast before leaving home.
For more information please call the NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 12 Aug 2020, 9.57am to Fri 30 Oct 2020, 9.58am. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Aug 2020, 11.47am
Closed areas: Areas closed for track repairs
Some roads in this park are closed from Wednesday 12 August to Friday 30 October 2020 while fire and flood damage repairs are taking place. The closed roads are:
- California trail
- Martindale trail
Gates have been locked and signs are in place on closed roads. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 11 Jun 2020, 1.48pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jul 2020, 5.28pm
Closed areas: Bicentennial National trail partial closure
Some sections of the Bicentennial National trail remain closed due to bushfire and flood damage. Please contact the local area office to check if the section you wish to travel is open.
Please check the Bicentennial National trail website for further information regarding COVID19 and the trail, before planning your trip.
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Applies from Wed 15 Jul 2020, 7.51am to Thu 31 Dec 2020, 7.52am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Aug 2020, 2.37pm
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog and fox control program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a strategic baiting program for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The operation will involve the use of meat, manufactured products and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE’s) containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison. The program will be continuous and ongoing from Monday 27 July to Thursday 31 December 2020 in the following parks, reserves and state conservation areas:
- Abercrombie National Park and State Conservation Area
- Gardens of Stone National Park
- Wollemi National Park
- Blue Mountains National Park
- Turon National Park
- Marrangaroo National Park
- Mares Forest National Park
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park
- Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve
These programs have been designed to meet NPWS priority conservation and state focused biosecurity issues. All baiting locations will be signposted.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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, call the NPWS Kanangra area on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Wed 29 Apr 2020, 7.31am to Wed 4 Nov 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jul 2020, 10.19am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an aerial and ground baiting program using meat baits, meat bait products and ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will be continuous and ongoing from Tuesday 5 May to Wednesday 4 November 2020 in the following parks, reserves and state conservation areas:
- Capertee National Park
- Dharug National Park
- Goulburn River National Park
- Gardens of Stone National Park
- Wollemi National Park
- Yengo National Park
- Durridgere State Conservation Area
- Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area
- Parr State Conservation Area
- Yango State Conservation Area
- Wollemi State Conservation Area
- Avisford Nature Reserve
- Manobalai Nature Reserve
- Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve
- Appletree Aboriginal Area
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 (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 please call the NPWS Bulga or Mudgee offices on 02 6574 5555 or 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Mon 15 Jun 2020, 9.47am to Thu 31 Dec 2020, 9.48am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jul 2020, 11.45am
Closed areas: Donkey Mountain closed due to fire and storm damage
The Donkey Mountain area of Gardens of Stone National Park remains closed until further notice to allow for recovery following intense wildfire and storm damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Oberon area office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 5 Jun 2020, 9.14am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jul 2020, 9.10am
Other planned events: Camping in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area
If you plan to stay at an NPWS campground after 1 June 2020 you'll need to make a booking first. This also applies to campgrounds that did not require bookings previously.
If you can't find your preferred campground on a webpage for Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area, please check this list of lesser-known campgrounds and make your booking.
If you're still unable to find your preferred campground phone 1300 072 757.
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Applies from Tue 18 Feb 2020, 5.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Mar 2020, 10.16am
Closed areas: Tramway trail closed due to rockfall
The Tramway trail in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area is closed. The closure is due to a rockfall adjacent to the trail, and remains in place until further notice. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Fri 10 Mar 2017, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2017, 2.40pm
Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground - Boobook camp area closed
Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground and picnic area is closed for management purposes. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Richmond area office on (02) 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 30 Sep 2014, 5.29pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Mar 2019, 10.32am
Closed areas: Pipeline track
The Pipeline track between Glen Davis and Newnes is closed until further notice. There is no access across private property at Glen Davis, and trespassing is prohibited. For more information please call NPWS Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877, open 7 days a week, or NPWS Mudgee on (02) 6370 9000, Monday to Friday, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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