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Applies from Fri 25 Sep 2020, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Jan 2022, 4.13pm
Safety alerts: Coorongooba campground - River access
Access to Coorongooba campground is via a causeway across Capertee River. This causeway is subject to flooding and is currently greater than 300mm deep. Please do not not attempt to access this currently fast flowing crossing, which is continuing to rise, via 2WD vehicles or motorbikes.
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 Thu 25 Nov 2021, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Jan 2022, 9.54am
Safety alerts: Flood damage and creek levels high
Heavy rainfall has resulted in minor flooding. Please be aware that creek and river levels are elevated. Crossings may not be passable.
Do not cross creeks where water levels are high. Walkers should be prepared to retrace steps.
As an indicator, walkers should not attempt crossings where water is flowing over stepping stones.
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Applies from Tue 4 Jan 2022, 8.18am to Thu 31 Mar 2022, 8.22am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Jan 2022, 3.15pm
Closed areas: Longneck Lagoon boardwalk closed
Longneck Lagoon boardwalk is closed until further notice due to flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Thu 23 Dec 2021, 2.00pm to Mon 31 Jan 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Dec 2021, 3.08pm
Closed areas: Change in traffic conditions, Wolgan Road
Wolgan Road may be subject to potential road closures due to a landslide. For further information, please refer to the Lithgow City Council website or contact the council on 02 6354 9999.
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Applies from Tue 21 Dec 2021, 1.20pm to Thu 31 Mar 2022, 1.22pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Dec 2021, 1.55pm
Closed areas: Sheepskin Hut campground and picnic area closed
Sheepskin Hut campground and picnic area are closed for toilet repairs from Tuesday 21 December to Thursday 31 March 2022.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bulga office.
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Applies from Thu 11 Nov 2021, 8.32am to Mon 3 Oct 2022, 8.34am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Dec 2021, 8.35am
Safety alerts: River crossings to campgrounds
Vehicle access to the following camping areas is via natural river bed crossings that require 4WD capability, and are subject to flooding:
- Wollemi National Park - Newnes (Cricket Pitch camping area only)
- Turon National Park - all camping areas
- Marrangaroo National Park - main camping area
- Abercrombie River National Park - all camping areas
- Kanangra Boyd National Park - Kowmung river crossing
River levels can rise rapidly with heavy rain falling upstream. Please check the weather forecast before leaving home.
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Applies from Tue 12 Oct 2021, 4.09pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Oct 2021, 4.13pm
Other planned events: Campground Bookings
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, 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 Sat 31 Jul 2021, 9.45am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Aug 2021, 9.50am
Closed areas: Campgrounds closed due to COVID restrictions
Due to the developing COVID-19 situation in NSW, please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
A number of NPWS campgrounds have been closed due to the COVID restrictions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check alerts for closures or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Tue 1 Jun 2021, 4.31pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Aug 2021, 8.14am
Other planned events: Coorongooba campground partial closure
There is no vehicle access or camping in the eastern half of Coorongooba campground. The closure is to allow the area to settle and regenerate after major earthworks. This area has been substantially upgraded as a part of the NSW Government's Improving Access to National Parks Program.
Campground capacity has been reduced to reflect the area closed. New picnic tables and barbeques will be installed during this closure.
For more information please call the NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 900.
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