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Captains Creek Nature Reserve

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Applies from Thu 3 Sep 2026, 2.25pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 4.48pm

Fires - Advice: MALARA CREEK, HONGKONG POINT

There is a fire in this park called MALARA CREEK, HONGKONG POINT. 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 Tue 1 Sep 2026, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 4.27pm

Fires - Advice: DONNYBROOK FIRETRAIL, BACK CREEK

There is a fire in this park called DONNYBROOK FIRETRAIL, BACK CREEK. 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 Mon 31 Aug 2026, 7.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 4.25pm

Fires - Advice: BILLIRIMBA RD, ROCKY RIVER

There is a fire in this park called BILLIRIMBA RD, ROCKY RIVER. 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 Thu 3 Sep 2026, 3.40pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 4.13pm

Fires - Advice: ROCKY RIVER ROAD, ROCKY RIVER

There is a fire in this park called ROCKY RIVER ROAD, ROCKY RIVER. 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 Sun 6 Sep 2026, 4.24pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 4.09pm

Fires - Advice: BRUSHBOX TRL, TABULAM

There is a fire in this park called BRUSHBOX TRL, TABULAM. 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 Thu 10 Sep 2026, 1.06pm to Mon 28 Sep 2026, 1.12pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Sep 2026, 1.13pm

Other planned events: TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE - McPhillips Rd

McPhillips Rd will be closed from 14th - 25th September subject to weather while Forest Corp NSW undertake important road crossing works. Signage will be in place. Visitors travelling to Pebbly Beach Campground and Station Creek Campground in Yuraygir National Park are advised to access the campgrounds via Barcoongere Way.

Applies from Sun 23 Aug 2026, 12.36pm to Mon 14 Sep 2026, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Sep 2026, 10.20am

Other planned events: NPWS Grafton office temporary closure

The NPWS office on level 4, 49-51 Victoria Street, Grafton, will be closed until Monday 14 September 2026. During this time, staff availability will be limited and response to enquiries may be delayed.

The office will reopen and normal business operations will resume on Monday 14 September 2026. We appreciate your understanding and thank you for your patience.

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Applies from Wed 26 Aug 2026, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Sep 2026, 8.55am

Other planned events: Sandon Beach closures for aerial bitou bush treatment

Sections of Sandon Beach north of Sandon River campground in Yuraygir National Park will be periodically closed from 26 August to 18 September 2026 for aerial drone spraying operations.

This program is part of a systematic weed control program targeting Bitou bush throughout Yuraygir National Park. Bitou bush will be sprayed by drone with the herbicide Metsulfuron methyl 600/kg.

The operations are weather dependent. The area may be closed for a period of up to 4 hours. This work will not affect the camping areas.

Please follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Applies from Mon 31 Aug 2026, 3.33pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Sep 2026, 4.28pm

Other planned events: Bundjalung National Park Hazard Reductions

NPWS will be conducting hazard reduction within Bundjalung National Park from 10am Wednesday 2 September to 5pm Friday 4 September 2026. Smoke may be visible within the park and surrounding areas.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is NPWS Target Lake Hazard Reduction.

For more information, contact Alstonville NPWS office npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au or visit the Rural Fire Service website.

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Applies from Fri 28 Aug 2026, 4.37pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 4.41pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Aug 2026, 4.48pm

Other planned events: 1080 Baiting Operation

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWSO is conducting a ground baiting program in Everlasting Swamp National Park from Tuesday 1st September to Thursday 31st December 2026.

 

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. It's 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 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 more information, contact the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 66 411 500.

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Applies from Mon 17 Aug 2026, 10.38am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Aug 2026, 12.01pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program from Monday 17th August 2026 to Thursday 31st December 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will take place in Yuraygir National Park.

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 NPWS Clarence Area office for more information on 02 6641 1500.

Applies from Wed 3 Jun 2026, 4.22pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 8.24am

Other planned events: Pigeon Gully aerial spraying operation

Pigeon Gully in Yuraygir National Park will experience periodic closure between 1 July and 30 September 2026 for aerial spraying operations.

Lantana will be sprayed by drone with the herbicide Glyphosate biactive. The area to be treated has dense lantana infestations that are not accessible using other treatment methods. This program is part of a systematic weed control program throughout Yuraygir National Park.

The operations are weather dependent and take only 1 day to complete in favourable weather conditions. The site will be closed for a period of up to 4 hours.

Please check current closure alerts prior to travel and follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please email or call the NPWS Grafton office on 02 6641 1500.

Applies from Fri 16 Jan 2026, 10.16am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Sep 2026, 7.28pm

Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed in both directions due to major landslip repairs

Nightcap Range Road is closed to traffic in both directions due to a major landslip associated with the 2022 flood event. The closure affects the section of Nightcap Range Road between the Rummery Road intersection and Telephone Road trailer parking area.

Access to Minyon Falls and Rummery Park is via Minyon Falls Road only.

An estimated repair date has not been determined. For more information, please email NPWS Richmond River Area or call on 02 6627 0200.

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Applies from Mon 27 Apr 2026, 12.51pm to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 12.52pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Sep 2026, 8.29am

Closed areas: Toonumbar Forest Drive and Cox's Road temporary closure

Toonumbar Forest Drive and Cox's Road will be closed until approximately 18 September due to wet conditions and roadworks.

Sherwood lookout and Murray Scrub lookout remain closed until the roads are re-opened. Iron Pot Creek campground and Murray Scrub walking track are only accessible via Murray Scrub Road from Afterlee.

Both roads are not safely trafficable in wet conditions and are therefore closed during forecast weather events and damage during the winter period.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.

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Applies from Mon 17 Aug 2026, 2.29pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 2.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Aug 2026, 2.39pm

Other planned events: 1080 Baiting Operation

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program on Rabbit and Dart Islands in Clarence Estuary Nature reserve from 17 August 2026 to 31st December 2026.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. It's 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 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.

For more information, contact the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.

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Applies from Fri 19 Jun 2026, 9.16am to Fri 9 Oct 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 7.36am

Closed areas: Areas closed for trail upgrade

Some parts of this park are closed from Friday 19 June to Friday 9 October 2026 trails are being upgraded. The closed areas are:

  • Esk Trail
  • Serendipity Trail
  • James Trail
  • Woombah fire trail 

These essential works are implemented by NPWS under the Fire Access Fire Trails (FAFT) program.

All works are to ensure safety of emergency response workers, to protect the community, ensure fire trails are compliant with RFS standards and to better manage risks to park environmental and cultural values.

Plant and machinery will be on these trails until 9 October 2026 – weather dependant.

For more information, contact the Alstonville NPWS office 02 6627 0200 or npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Thu 18 Sep 2025, 4.12pm to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Sep 2026, 11.02am

Other planned events: 1080 baiting operation

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Bundjalung National Park from 24th September 2025 to 24th September 2026.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. Its 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 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 more information, contact the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 66 411 500.

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Applies from Fri 11 Jul 2025, 8.49am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 8.55am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Jun 2026, 9.49am

Safety alerts: Station Creek canoe launch and viewing platform

The canoe launch and viewing platform at Station Creek has been removed, and public access remains restricted until a new structure is installed. This closure is necessary to ensure public safety and protect the surrounding environment.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

Applies from Wed 27 Aug 2025, 8.02am to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Sep 2026, 8.00am

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 25 May 2026, 6.00am to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Aug 2026, 8.42am

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 Thu 1 Feb 2024, 10.07am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 10.08am. Last reviewed: Sun 16 Aug 2026, 9.14am

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 Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Aug 2026, 8.41am

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 Sun 1 Jan 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Aug 2026, 8.42am

Safety alerts: 4WD Access Only

Butterleaf Road, the access road into Butterleaf NP through the adjoining State Forest, is in very poor condition, and access is restricted to 4WD only. Please exercise caution and drive to conditions.

For further information contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.

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Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Aug 2026, 8.42am

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 Tue 29 Apr 2025, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Aug 2026, 2.54pm

Safety alerts: Pebbly Beach and Station Creek campgrounds - Changed access

Forest Corporation NSW will be conducting hauling operations on McPhillips Road, involving the use of logging trucks. An end date for the operation is unknown.

Please take care when driving along McPhillips Road and be cautious of approaching heavy vehicles.

Applies from Thu 19 Sep 2024, 4.12pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Aug 2026, 11.25am

Other planned events: Notice of noise from RAAF training operations

Bundjalung National Park visitors may experience loud aircraft noise until further notice. RAAF training operations from the nearby Evans Head Air Weapons Range may be heard and seen from the Black Rocks campground and Jerusalem Creek paddle route and walking track.

Please note:

  • The RAAF schedule of planned air operations is available on the Defence Aircraft Noise webpage.
  • RAAF schedules for the Air Weapons Range in Bundjalung National Park can change at short notice due to weather or other operational considerations.
  • Aircraft may not utilise the range every day of scheduled operations.

For more information, call the NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200 or visit the Defence Aircraft Noise webpage.

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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.44pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Aug 2026, 1.50pm

Closed areas: Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and summit

Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and the summit are closed until further notice. Parking at Korrumbyn Creek and Breakfast Creek is limited.

Korrumbyn Creek picnic area, Lyrebird walking track, and visitor facilities at Breakfast Creek remain open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For up-to-date visitor information visit the Wollumbin National Park webpage.

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Applies from Wed 12 Apr 2017, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Aug 2026, 8.44am

Other planned events: Yuraygir coastal walk river crossing contacts

The Yuraygir coastal walk river crossing contact details are:

  • Wooli River crossing - call 0439 409 909 
  • Sandon River crossing - call 0429 520 255
  • Corindi/Red Rock River crossing - no commercial service available

For further information please call the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.

Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/captains-creek-nature-reserve/local-alerts

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