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Applies from Wed 25 Dec 2019, 8.07pm to Sat 29 Feb 2020, 12.23pm. Last reviewed: Sun 26 Jan 2020, 4.08pm
Closed areas: Blue Mountains National Park - areas now open
The following areas of Blue Mountains National Park are now open:
- Govetts Leap lookout and the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
- Fairfax Track
- Evans lookout
- Grand Canyon
- Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls walking tracks including Federal Pass between Scenic World and Fern Bower
- Narrow Neck (no descent permitted via Tarros ladder or Duncans Pass)
- Conservation Hut
- Empress Falls and canyon
- Kedumba & Sublime Point fire trails
- Euroka campground, Jellybean, Blue Pool and Mount Portal
- Faulconbridge Point
- Blue Gum Swamp
- Ingar, Murphys Glen and Dunphys campgrounds
- Woodford - Oaks trail
- Braeside fire trail (not walk)
- Victoria Falls Road fire trail
- Nellies Glen
- Walls Cave
- Walls lookout & Rigby Hill
The following areas and locations in Blue Mountains National Park remain CLOSED due to the bushfires and hazards:
- Tracks and canyons in and around the Grose Valley and north of the Bells Line of Road (including Vale of Avoca)
- There is no access permitted into the Grose Valley or any other remote areas
- Kings Tableland Road from Queen Victoria Hospital to McMahons Point including Andersons fire trail is closed
- Glenbrook precinct is closed (except Euroka and sites listed above as open)
- There is no access to Ruined Castle, Golden Stairs or Mount Solitary
To check which areas are closed, click the 'Show list' button on the Blue Mountains National Park page alert. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
Applies from Sat 23 Nov 2019, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jan 2020, 6.41pm
Fires - Advice: Kerry Ridge
There is a fire in this park called Kerry Ridge. 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 26 Oct 2019, 1.07pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jan 2020, 3.49pm
Fires - Advice: Gospers Mountain
There is a fire in this park called Gospers Mountain. 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 28 Jan 2020, 12.01am to Tue 28 Jan 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jan 2020, 2.33pm
Fire bans: Total Fire Ban
A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.
Applies from Wed 27 Nov 2019, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Sun 26 Jan 2020, 8.35am
Fires - Advice: Green Wattle Creek
There is a fire in this park called Green Wattle 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.
Applies from Wed 4 Dec 2019, 12.26pm. Last reviewed: Sat 25 Jan 2020, 5.03pm
Fires - Advice: Upper Turon Rd, Palmers Oaky
There is a fire in this park called Upper Turon Rd, Palmers Oaky. 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.
Applies from Fri 10 Jan 2020, 2.25pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2020, 6.30pm
Fires - Advice: Woodlands
There is a fire in this park called Woodlands. 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 Wed 13 Nov 2019, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2020, 2.16pm
Closed parks: Park closed due to dangerous fire conditions
This park is closed due to current fire danger conditions and the bushfire situation. Do not enter this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 10 Jan 2020, 4.37pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jan 2020, 10.44am
Fires - Advice: Spring Gully
There is a fire in this park called Spring Gully. 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 31 Dec 2019, 11.56am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jan 2020, 1.25pm
Fire bans: 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. This includes the campgrounds at Marramarra Creek, Gentlemans Halt and Twin Beaches.
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.
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Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2019, 12.16pm to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Dec 2019, 3.20pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park from Sunday 1 September 2019 and remains in effect until Tuesday 31 March 2020. 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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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.
Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2019, 9.42am to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 9.39am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Dec 2019, 3.19pm
Fire bans: 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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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.
Applies from Fri 13 Sep 2019, 11.44am to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 11.36am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jan 2020, 12.59pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park from Sunday 1 September 2019 and remains in effect until Tuesday 31 March 2020.
Mill Creek and Ten Mile Hollow campgrounds are exempt.
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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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.
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Applies from Tue 29 Oct 2019, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Nov 2019, 7.25am
Closed areas: Coorongooba campground closed due to bushfire
Some parts of this park are closed due to bushfire. The closed areas are:
- Coorongooba campground
- Capertee River trail
- Glen Davis Shale Mine
Do not enter the closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. This fire is called Running Stream Fire.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Sat 26 May 2018, 9.58am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Jun 2018, 11.03am
Other planned events: Deep Pass campground toilet closed
The toilet at Deep Pass campground is temporarily closed due to capacity limitations. Planning for a new toilet facility is currently underway.
Please use minimal impact camping practices in this area. Large groups should consider camping at alternative sites. Groups in excess of 20 people require approval from the NPWS Oberon area office.
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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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