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Last reviewed: Thu 23 April 2026, 7.15pm

Applies from Thu 1 Jan 2026, 6.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.45am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Apr 2026, 7.15pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 1 January 2026 to Tuesday 30 June 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and/or foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and will take place in:

  • Araluen Nature Reserve
  • Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
  • Beowa National Park
  • Berlang State Conservation Area
  • Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve
  • Bournda National Park
  • Bournda Nature Reserve
  • Coolumbooka Nature Reserve
  • Deua National Park
  • Eurobodalla National Park
  • Kooraban National Park
  • Majors Creek State Conservation Area
  • Mimosa Rocks National Park
  • Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
  • South East Forest National Park
  • Wadbilliga National Park

Signs will be placed at the entry to baiting locations. 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.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

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Applies from Mon 4 May 2026, 11.26am. Last reviewed: Tue 19 May 2026, 10.36am

Closed areas: Thredbo Valley track partial closure

Following recent rainfall, additional sections of Thredbo Valley track have been closed.

The following sections are closed to cyclists:

  • Thredbo Resort to Bullocks Flat
  • Muzzlewood track
  • Bullocks Flat to Gaden Trout Hatchery.

These sections remain open to walkers, however please take care as soft and slippery surfaces.occur.

Thredbo Valley track between Gaden Trout Hatchery and Thredbo River picnic area remains open to cyclists and walkers.

Conditions will be reassessed once this system passes and surfaces dry out, however as winter approaches closures will extend along the track. Please continue to check alerts and obey all signage. Follow IMBA Guidelines and don't ride on wet tracks.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Wed 25 Mar 2026, 9.16am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 May 2026, 4.16pm

Hazard reduction burns: Killarney Road Nalbaugh State Forest

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 25/03/2026. The fire is called Killarney Road Nalbaugh State Forest. 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 20 Apr 2026, 3.58pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 1.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 May 2026, 1.48pm

Safety alerts: Risk of dangerous and falling trees due to fire impact in Wadbilliga National Park

Fire‑damaged trees may fall without warning in parts of the Wadbilliga National Park.

Take extra care and avoid stopping under damaged trees, especially in windy or wet weather.

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Applies from Mon 18 May 2026, 8.57am to Fri 22 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 May 2026, 9.02am

Closed areas: Pinnacles Loop Walking Track and Pinnacles Carpark Closure

Pinnacles Carpark and Pinnacles Loop Walking Track at Haycock Point will be closed due to carpark upgrade roadworks. The closure will be in place until Friday 22 May 2026.

For any further information please contact NPWS Merimbula on  02 64955000.

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Applies from Tue 19 May 2026, 11.55am to Fri 22 May 2026, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Sat 16 May 2026, 12.02pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting aerial baiting program from Tuesday 19th May until Friday 22nd May 2026.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs.

The program will take place in the Upper Murray and Goobragandra Wild Dog Plan Areas: inlcuding the following reserves Bogandyera Nature Reserve, Clarkes Hill Nature Reserve, Jingellic Nature Reserve and Kosciuszko National Park.

The program is designed 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.

For further information please call the Khancoban NPWS office on (02) 6070 8400.

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Applies from Thu 7 May 2026, 8.40am to Wed 20 May 2026, 5.44pm. Last reviewed: Sat 16 May 2026, 7.23am

Closed areas: Areas closed for hazard reduction burning

Some parts of Kosciuszko National Park are closed for hazard reduction burning from Tuesday 28 April to Sunday 17 May 2026. The closed areas are:

  • Perkins Flat campground
  • Long Plain Road north of the Broken Cart Trail intersection.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Perkins HR burn NPWS. For more information, contact the local Tumut NPWS office on (02) 6947 7000 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.

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Applies from Thu 9 Apr 2026, 5.16pm to Fri 26 Jun 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 8.28am

Closed areas: Greg Greg trail closed

Greg Greg trail is closed for hazardous tree maintenance from Thursday 9 April to Friday 26 June 2026. Do not enter.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Khancoban Visitor Centre (02) 6070 8400.

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Applies from Mon 18 May 2026, 10.21am to Fri 22 May 2026, 10.22am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 11.07am

Other planned events: Green Cape Road grading

There will be grading works underway on Green Cape Road from the intersection of Archers Road to Green Cape Light Station for the week starting May 18. Expect delays and heavy vehicle movements.

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Applies from Mon 18 May 2026, 10.19am to Wed 27 May 2026, 10.20am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 10.25am

Other planned events: Helicopter Operations

The Kangarutha Walking Track in Bournda National Park will be temporarily closed on 26th May 2026.

This closure will allow for helicopter operations to remove excess trackwork material and import rock for trackwork repairs.

 

For further information please contact NPWS office Merimbula - (02) 6495 5000

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Applies from Tue 12 May 2026, 11.30am to Fri 5 Jun 2026, 5.31pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 11.44am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an aerial baiting program using fresh meat containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be conducted between Monday 1 and Friday 5 June 2026. Affected parks and reserves include:

  • Bees Nest Nature Reserve
  • Budawang National Park
  • Bungonia National Park
  • Bungonia State Conservation Area
  • Deua National Park
  • Gourock National Park
  • Monga National Park
  • Morton National Park
  • Morton State Conservation Area
  • South East Forest National Park
  • Wadbilliga National Park

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 location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For more information, contact the South Coast Branch Pest Officer at the NPWS Merimbula office on (02) 6495 5000.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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Applies from Mon 18 May 2026, 8.00am to Sat 30 May 2026, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 May 2026, 6.39am

Closed areas: Thredbo Diggings Campground Pre-Winter Closures

Thredbo Diggings Campground will be closed to all visitors from 8am Monday 18 May 2026 until 12pm Saturday 30 May 2026.

This closure is to ensure important pre-winter maintenance can be completed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Tue 11 Nov 2025, 7.49am to Fri 3 Jul 2026, 6.56pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 May 2026, 5.09pm

Other planned events: Changes access to Yarrangobilly Caves Visitor Precinct

Transport for NSW will be doing road works on the Yarrangobilly Caves Road from Tuesday 11 November 2025 to Friday 3 July 2026. The direction of travel into and out of the Yarrangobilly Caves precinct will be temporarily reversed to allow workers safe access to the worksite. Drive safely and follow directions of road work signs. Allow extra time to get to tours and accommodation during this time.

For more information, visit the Live Traffic website.

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Applies from Mon 4 May 2026, 10.01am to Fri 5 Jun 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 1.26pm

Closed areas: Old Geehi campground closed

The Old Geehi campground is closed for safety due to hazard reduction burning impacting on the Geehi Hut and Geehi Walls trails. The closure applies to:

  • Old Geehi campground and Old Geehi Hut
  • Geehi Hut trail
  • Geehi Walls and associated section of the National trail
  • Major Clews trail and Major Clews Hut

Do not enter closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Behrs Flat campground and Geehi Flats campground remain open. For more information, contact the Khancoban Visitor Information Centre (02) 6070 8400

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Applies from Fri 24 Apr 2026, 9.32am to Tue 9 Jun 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2026, 8.34am

Closed areas: Campgrounds closed for upgrades

Some parts of Kosciuszko National Park are closed from Monday 4 May to Tuesday 9 June 2026 while the following campgrounds are being upgraded:

  • Blue Waterholes campground
  • Magpie Flat campground

The campground closures will not impact the use of Blue Waterholes day use area, Clarke Gorge walking track and Nichols Gorge walking track.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Tumut NPWS office on (02) 6947 7000.

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Applies from Sun 19 Apr 2026, 3.29pm to Fri 13 Nov 2026, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 4.44pm

Closed areas: Hobart Beach Campground Closure

Hobart Beach Campground is closed from Sunday the 19th April 2026 to Friday 13th November for campground upgrade works. Bournda Beach is still accessible from the ocean beach carpark at the end of Bournda road, and from the Bournda Lagoon day use area, except during the temporary closure for staircase replacement in April.  Obey all signage and closures. Penalties apply for accessing closed areas. Contact Merimbula office on 6495 5000 for enquiries. 

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Applies from Sat 7 Mar 2026, 8.42am to Fri 29 May 2026, 9.19am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 3.03pm

Closed areas: Bournda Beach access stairs - modified access

Beach access stairs from Hobart Beach campground are currently under construction. There is no beach access from Hobart Beach campground. Please follow local directional signage. For enquires, please contact the Merimbula office on 6495 5000.   

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Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 1.45pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 9.14am

Closed areas: Nelsons Beach Precinct Closed for Improvement Works

Nelsons Beach Precinct Closed for Improvement Works from Monday February 2nd till Mid 2026.

The closed areas include:

  • Nelsons Beach Precinct
  • Nelsons Beach Road and Carpark
  • Moon Bay Access
  • Wajurda Point Lookout 

Mimosa Rocks National Park will stay open to visitors while work is completed, however exclusion zones will be established around the work areas for safety. Please do not enter closed areas, fines apply.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800, or email: npws.eurobodalla@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 1.04pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 1.05pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Apr 2026, 9.53am

Closed areas: Temporary closures at Mimosa Rocks National Park

The National Parks and Wildlife Service is delivering a range of improvements at the popular Mimosa Rocks National Park on NSW’s South Coast. The upgrades will improve flood resilience, sustainability and visitor safety across four key precincts in the park including Nelsons Beach and Aragunnu Beach, Gillards Beach and Middle Beach campgrounds.

Work will be completed in stages from February 2026 to December 2026, and has been scheduled outside of peak holiday times, where possible.

Visitors can expect the following temporary closures:

  • From February 2026 to mid-2026 Nelsons Beach precinct, including Nelsons Beach Road and Carpark will be closed to all public access for upgrades.
  • From July 2026 to late-2026 Middle Beach Campground and Day Use Area will be closed to all public access for upgrades. 
  • From February 2027 to mid-2027 Gillards and Aragunnu campgrounds will be closed for upgrades.

Alternative camping options include Picnic Point in Mimosa Rocks National Park and Hobart Beach in Bournda National Park.

All other areas in Mimosa Rocks National Park will remain open to visitors during these times. Check for park closure alerts before you travel.

For more information or questions, contact the Eurobodalla NPWS Office via email.

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Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 9.14am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 9.36am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 9.19am

Closed areas: Nelsons Lagoon and Nelsons Beach Carpark

Closed Areas: Nelsons Lagoon and Nelsons Beach Carpark


From February 2026 to mid-2026 Nelsons Beach precinct, including Nelsons Beach Road and Carpark is closed to all public access for upgrades. The National Parks and Wildlife Service is delivering a range of improvements at the popular Mimosa Rocks National Park on NSW’s South Coast.

The upgrades will improve flood resilience, sustainability and visitor safety across four key precincts in the park including Nelsons Beach and Aragunnu Beach, Gillards Beach and Middle Beach campgrounds.

Alternative day use and picnic areas within Mimosa Rocks National Park including.

  • Bithry Inlet
  • Picnic Point
  • Gillards
  • Araguunu

 

Check for park closure alerts before you travel.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800, or email: npws.eurobodalla@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Tue 11 Nov 2025, 10.15am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.27am. Last reviewed: Sat 16 May 2026, 8.58pm

Closed areas: Illawong Trackhead closed to vehicles for upgrade

The Guthega Track Head vehicle drop off area and turning circle is closed to vehicles for construction works from Monday 10 October 2025  to Friday 1 May 2026. 

Walkers can still access the Snowies Alpine Walk and Illawong Walk. NPWS are constructing a new toilet facility at the Guthega Track Head.

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

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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 8.00am to Fri 22 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 8.15am

Safety alerts: Thredbo Alpine Village pindone rabbit control program

Kosciuszko Thredbo (KT) will be conducting a baiting program using carrots containing pindone (pindone, sodium salt) poison for the control of rabbits. The program will take place between Monday20 April 2026 and Friday 22 May 2026 at Thredbo Alpine Village, within Kosciuszko National Park.

All baiting locations will be signposted. Free feeding using non-poisoned carrots will be undertaken before using pindone carrots.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets may be affected by pindone. Pets must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance

For further information, call the NPWS Resorts Environmental Services on 02 6450 5616.

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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 9.22am. Last reviewed: Sat 16 May 2026, 8.58pm

Closed areas: Snow Gums boardwalk closed for maintenance

The Snow Gums boardwalk at Charlotte Pass track head will be closed from 20 April 2026 to enable the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service to undertake major maintenance before winter. The boardwalk will remain closed until further notice. 

Visitors are instructed to obey all signage and directions from NPWS staff and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, please contact the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on (02) 6450 5550. 

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Applies from Wed 22 Apr 2026, 1.50pm to Tue 14 Jul 2026, 1.51pm. Last reviewed: Sat 16 May 2026, 9.43am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from 22 April 2026 to 14 July 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in

  • Kybeyan State Conservation Area
  • Kybeyan Nature Reserve
  • Dangelong Nature Reserve
  • Associated Part 11 Lands

All baiting programs are identified by signs.

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 Jindabyne NPWS area office for more information on 02 6450 5600.

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Applies from Mon 2 Mar 2026, 7.00am to Sat 6 Jun 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 May 2026, 10.12am

Safety alerts: Geehi Dam Road - changed road conditions

Road repair works are to be carried out on Geehi Dam Road from early March to 6 June 2026. The worksite is located approximately 2km south of Geehi Dam. The Geehi Dam Road remains open but will be reduced to one lane of traffic with give-way signage at the road repair site. There is increased heavy vehicle movement on the Geehi Dam Road over this period and the Middle Creek Former Snowy Scheme Site is to be used for materials storage for the project.

To assist in your journey, please use caution when driving on the Geehi Dam Road and do not enter areas of construction.

For more information, call the Khancoban Visitor Centre on 02 6070 8400

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Applies from Wed 25 Feb 2026, 12.15am to Tue 25 Aug 2026, 11.57pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Mar 2026, 1.07pm

Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 25th February 2026 to 25th August 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals including wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Kosciuszko National Park and Clarkes Hill, Bogandyera and Jingellic Nature Reserves.

The program is 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.

Please contact the local Khancoban NPWS area office for more information on 02 6070 8400.

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Applies from Fri 13 Jun 2025, 12.14pm to Fri 26 Feb 2027, 12.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Feb 2026, 11.12am

Safety alerts: Wares Yards campground - Changed access conditions

There is an increase in heavy machinery and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park, due to the Snowy 2.0 project.

You are likely to encounter heavy machinery and trucks when accessing Wares Yards campground. This will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the project.

For further information please visit the Snowy 2.0 Traffic Schedule — Future Generation Joint Venture website.

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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 4.01pm to Fri 26 Feb 2027, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Feb 2026, 11.12am

Other planned events: Ongoing increased traffic and roadworks

There is an increase in heavy and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park. This traffic will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the Snowy 2.0 project and other projects in the region.

There will also be ongoing maintenance and upgrades to roads in the area as part of the project, particularly along Link and Tantangara Roads. 

To assist in planning your journey safely, please check for alerts on the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service website or Snowy 2.0 Traffic Schedule — Future Generation Joint Venture

For more information, call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or the Snowy 2.0 FGJV team community hotline on 1800 766 992.

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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 11.29am. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Feb 2026, 11.12am

Closed areas: Tantangara Reservoir partial closure

Some parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently due to Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The areas affected are:

  • Tantangara Reservoir adjacent to the Snowy 2.0 construction site and Reservoir boat ramp, adjacent to the Tantangara Dam wall may have intermittent closures due to construction activities.
  • For up-to-date timings on closures and controlled blasts please see notifications on the Future Generation website.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am to Fri 26 Feb 2027, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Feb 2026, 11.11am

Closed areas: Closed areas due to Snowy 2.0 works

The following areas are closed from Monday 25 February 2019 until early 2027 due to the Snowy 2.0 works: 

  • Lobs Hole Ravine Road 4WD trail
  • Wallace Creek lookout
  • Lobs Hole Ravine campground

This closure applies unless otherwise extended or removed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Sun 1 Mar 2026, 12.50pm to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 12.51pm. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Feb 2026, 1.18pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in the north east precinct of Kosciuszko National Park, Scabby Range and Yaouk Nature Reserves within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area.  The program will be continuous and ongoing between 1st March 2026 and 31 August 2026, and will use meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.  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, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs.  Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location.  In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.  For further information please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.

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Applies from Thu 5 Feb 2026, 8.00pm to Fri 7 Aug 2026, 8.48am. Last reviewed: Tue 19 May 2026, 9.55am

Other planned events: Notification of ongoing 1080 baiting - wild dogs and foxes

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from Thursday 5 February 2026 to Thursday 2 February 2027. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.

Baiting programs will take place across Kosciuszko National Park Wild Dog Plan Areas including:

  • Thredbo/Ingebyra
  • Dalgety/Paupong
  • Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah

Baiting programs will also take place in nature reserves including:

  • Paupong Nature Reserve
  • Merriangaah Nature Reserve
  • Quidong Nature Reserves

This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:

  • Thredbo Valley
  • Moonbah
  • Ingebyra
  • Paupong
  • Numbla Vale
  • Corrowong

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 further information, please call the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.

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Applies from Wed 18 Jun 2025, 3.53pm to Sat 10 Oct 2026, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 May 2026, 9.40am

Other planned events: Guthega Road - changed speed limit 60km

The speed limit on Guthega Road has been reduced to 60km for the entirety of the road.

Please abide by all traffic control signage and observe all directions from NPWS staff and contractors.

To assist in planning your journey safely, please allow extra time in your travel plans and drive to conditions.

For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre, Jindabyne on 02 6450 5600.

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Applies from Thu 1 Jan 2026, 5.38pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.39pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 8.56am

Other planned events: Green Cape Cottages and Telegraph Station Closure

The Green Cape Lightstation Keepers' Cottages and Telegraph Station accommodation are currently closed to visitors whilst NPWS undertakes refurbishment works to these buildings. Green Cape car park, lookout and surrounding walking tracks remain open during this time.

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Applies from Thu 1 Jan 2026, 6.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.45am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Apr 2026, 7.15pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 1 January 2026 to Tuesday 30 June 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and/or foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and will take place in:

  • Araluen Nature Reserve
  • Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
  • Beowa National Park
  • Berlang State Conservation Area
  • Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve
  • Bournda National Park
  • Bournda Nature Reserve
  • Coolumbooka Nature Reserve
  • Deua National Park
  • Eurobodalla National Park
  • Kooraban National Park
  • Majors Creek State Conservation Area
  • Mimosa Rocks National Park
  • Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
  • South East Forest National Park
  • Wadbilliga National Park

Signs will be placed at the entry to baiting locations. 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.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

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Applies from Fri 25 Mar 2022, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 11.36am

Closed areas: Kanoonah Road (north) closed due to landslip

Kanoonah Road in Coolangubra section of South East Forests National Park is closed from Myanba Falls Road through to the northern park boundary due to a major landslip.

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

 

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Applies from Tue 11 Feb 2025, 11.11am to Tue 2 Feb 2027, 11.11am. Last reviewed: Sun 21 Dec 2025, 9.06am

Safety alerts: Weed Control and Herbicide Application

NPWS will undertake targeted weed control including spot spraying and cut and paint using herbicides.

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Applies from Mon 8 Dec 2025, 12.14am to Mon 8 Jun 2026, 4.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.45am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Kosciuszko National Park from Monday 8 December 2025 to Monday 8 June 2026.

The program will be conducted in the northern precinct of the park, which includes the following areas:

  • Goobarragandra
  • Blowering Foreshores
  • Big Talbingo/Buddong

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program is 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.

Please contact the local Tumut NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6947 7000.

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Applies from Sat 28 Jun 2025, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 May 2026, 8.47am

Safety alerts: Tom Groggin Station - suspension bridge closed

The suspension footbridge crossing the Murray River (Victorian border) at Tom Groggin Station is unsafe for pedestrian access and is closed until further notice.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For further information, please contact the Jindabyne NPWS office on (02) 6450 5555. 

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Applies from Thu 7 Nov 2024, 10.32am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2026, 2.26pm

Safety alerts: Gillards Beach access steps closed until further notice

The 5 southern beach access points and the day-use steps at Gillards Campground are currently closed due to severe erosion. Successive large seas have removed large amounts of sand from the beach resulting in these access points being unusable.

Park users staying in sites 1 to 28 should use the beach access steps to the north instead which is easily accessible via a short walk.

Beach access steps for sites 28 to 39 currently remain open.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4476 0800

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Applies from Wed 17 May 2023, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.15am

Closed areas: Bullocks Hut closed

Several buildings in the Bullocks Hut complex are closed until further notice for restoration works. Please do not enter the construction sites.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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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/coolumbooka-nature-reserve/local-alerts

Contact

Emergency services

For all NSW fires visit the Rural Fire Service

For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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