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Applies from Mon 20 Dec 2021, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 4.20pm
Closed areas: Middle Mountain Road closed for reapirs
Middle Mountain Road is closed until further notice for repairs.
Middle Mountain Road is the first section of the westerly approach into Bendethera Valley via Cooma Road.
Access to Bendethera campground is via Little Sugarloaf Rd and Bendethera fire trail (from the east).
Please follow all safety signage and directions from staff and authorised contractors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.07am to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 11.08am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.11am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 pest management baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Friday 1 July to Saturday 31 December 2022.
The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:
- Conjola National Park
- Meroo National Park
- Murramarang National Park
- Narrawallee Creek Nature Reserve
There will be signs at all baiting locations.
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 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.01am to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.06am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 pest management baiting program.
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Friday 1 July to Saturday 31 December 2022.
The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:
- Eurobodalla National Park
- Gulaga National Park
- Kooraban NP
- Mimosa Rocks National Park
- South East Forest National Park (Yowaka Section)
- Ben Boyd National Park
There will be signs at all baiting locations.
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 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Thu 24 Feb 2022, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Jun 2022, 10.29am
Closed areas: Araluen Road closed affecting access to Deua River campgrounds
The following campgrounds are currently closed because they are inaccessible from both the western and eastern approaches:
- Bakers Flat campground
- Deua River campground
- Dry Creek campground
The closures are a result of repeated and major landslides along Araluen Road caused by prolonged rainfall events.
Eurobodalla Shire Council has a lengthy schedule of works relating to remediation works for Araluen Road. These are forecast to be ongoing until mid-June 2022. For more information and updates regarding the Araluen Road closures, please visit the Eurobodalla Shire Council website.
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Applies from Mon 11 Apr 2022, 3.48pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 May 2022, 3.29pm
Closed areas: Wyanbene campground closed due to wet weather
Wyanbene campground is closed until further notice due to high river levels.
The accessibility and safety issues will be reassessed by NPWS staff frequently, in conjunction with the weather conditions. Please do not enter these areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 15 Oct 2021, 10.04am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 9.22am
Closed areas: Roads closed due to repairs and upgrades
The following roads and trails are closed until further notice for repairs and upgrades:
- South Arm fire trail
- Moores fire trail
- Bucks Road
- Kioloa Village fire trail
- Dam fire trail
- Link fire trail
- Higgins Creek fire trail
- Pebbly Beach Road
- Cold Chisel fire trail
- Livingston Creek fire trail
- Gravel Pit Road
- Carls Mountain Road
- Skid Ridge Road
- Kettle Road
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Mon 18 May 2020, 12.56pm to Tue 5 Jul 2022, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 8.46am
Closed areas: Meroo Head campground closed
The following areas are closed while construction works are undertaken:
- Meroo Head campground
- Meroo Head lookout walking track
- Meroo Lake walking track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Mon 11 Apr 2022, 3.27pm to Tue 5 Jul 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 May 2022, 4.03pm
Closed areas: Sunburnt Beach and Termeil Point campgrounds closed
The following areas are closed due to hazardous road conditions caused by adverse weather and flooding. Repair works are being undertaken and the area is scheduled to reopen Tuesday 5 July 2022.
- Termeil Point campground
- Sunburnt Beach campground
- Stokes Island picnic area
- Blackbutt Road
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 4.47pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 4.19pm
Safety alerts: Brou Lake Road - 4WD only access
Access to Brou Lake campground is currently only suitable for 4WD vehicles. Road conditions in this park are slippery and wet due to continued heavy rain events.
Please proceed with caution and drive to road conditions. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Wed 11 May 2022, 1.53pm to Fri 15 Jul 2022, 2.01pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 May 2022, 3.28pm
Closed areas: Burrill Lake Dive - West closed due to severe weather
Burrill Lake Drive - West, which provides vehicle access to Burrill Lake Western Arm picnic area, is closed until further notice due to poor weather and dangerous conditions.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Tue 12 Apr 2022, 3.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 9.20am
Closed areas: Pebbly Beach to Snake Bay walking track closed
Pebbly Beach to Snake Bay walking track is currently closed while track construction work is undertaken. This work is part of the Murramarang South Coast Walk.
Please note this closure will prevent walkers from undertaking a loop walk via Durras Mountain from Pretty Beach. The return walk from Pretty Beach to Durras Mountain remains open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact Local National Parks office
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Applies from Thu 5 May 2022, 3.44pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 9.19am
Safety alerts: Wet and muddy roads
Due to ongoing wet weather, unsealed roads and vehicle tracks in Murramarang National Park may have significant erosion and muddy sections. A high clearance vehicle and/or 4WD may be required.
North Head Road and the Old Coast Road remain suitable for 2WD vehicles. Road conditions may change at short notice. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 1 Mar 2022, 3.37pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 5.43pm
Closed areas: Roads closed following damage from severe weather conditions
The following areas in Eurobodalla National Park are closed until further notice due to continued heavy rain causing subsequent damage to tracks experienced during weather events:
- Plovers Lane (Bogola Headland)
- Jemisons Point track
These areas are being continually assessed and will be reopened once dry enough to allow safe passage.
Please do not enter these areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Tue 1 Dec 2020, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 3.26pm
Closed areas: Areas closed due to bushfire damage and recovery works
Many areas in Monga National Park remain closed due to significant bushfire damage and recovery works. The closed areas include:
- Mongarlowe River picnic area
- The Corn trail
- Woodleigh fire trail
Do not enter areas where road barriers are in place. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Tue 1 Dec 2020, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Fri 20 May 2022, 2.19pm
Closed areas: Closed areas due to bushfire recovery works
The following areas are closed until further notice due to bushfire recovery works:
- Bendethera Caves walking track and cave access - all track markers were destroyed by fire. It's dangerous to walk off designated tracks in Karst areas. Please do not enter this area.
- Mongamula East fire trail
- Oulla Creek fire trail
Please follow the directions on closure signs and do not enter any cordoned-off areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Thu 16 Dec 2021, 4.59pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 5.54pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Apr 2022, 12.17pm
Other planned events: Access changes to Congo campground
Eurobodalla Shire Council has advised that there is an indefinite road closure on Congo Road (North), Congo starting from Monday 29 November 2021, due to ongoing safety issues.
This impacts access to Congo campground in Eurobodalla National Park. Visitors can only reach the campground via the Bingie Road turn-off from the Princes Highway at Bergalia located south of Moruya, and then on to Congo Road (South) during this time.
For further information on this road closure, please visit the Council's road closures web page.
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Applies from Mon 14 Mar 2022, 4.16pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 May 2022, 11.52am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to flooding
The following areas are closed until further notice due to flooding:
- Long Gully picnic area
- Long Gully campground
Many creek crossings, roads and trails in this area are also closed due to recent rain event.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Thu 4 Nov 2021, 2.23pm to Fri 4 Nov 2022, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 5.30pm
Safety alerts: Caving systems closed due to COVID-19 restrictions
All caving systems in this park are currently closed to access due to COVID-19 safety requirements. This includes the Bendethera, Wyanbene and Marble Arch caves.
These unique environments are mostly enclosed spaces with minimal airflow and high levels of humidity. By their nature, the important task of cleaning and sanitising related infrastructure can't be guaranteed to COVID-safe standards. Recreational caving in 'wild caves' inhibits social distancing and the standard precautions recommended to manage the risk of COVID-19 transmission. For these reasons, NPWS has developed a strategy for the reopening of caves which is based on an assessment of risk.
Options for allowing access to wild caves by speleological groups operating under a COVID Safety Plan are also being assessed. Approval for access to caves for critical maintenance and/or research purposes is considered on a case-by-case basis. Speleological groups and other registered organisations operating under a COVID Safety Plan may apply for conditional entry via email. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For any further queries call the local office on 02 4476 0800, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm, or the Parks Info Line on 1300 072 757.
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Applies from Fri 4 Mar 2022, 9.37am to Fri 30 Dec 2022, 9.38am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Apr 2022, 5.15pm
Safety alerts: River crossing to access Big Hole walking track - extreme caution advised
Access to The Big Hole walking track requires a river crossing of the Shoalhaven River.
During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossing may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly.
NPWS advises walkers to plan ahead and check the river levels in real time at NSW Office of Water - Real Time Water Data (waternsw.com.au) before setting out.
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Applies from Tue 28 Dec 2021, 4.41pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 4.42pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Dec 2021, 11.30am
Other planned events: 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Saturday 1 January to Thursday 30 June 2022.
The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:
- Eurobodalla National Park
- Gulaga National Park
- Mimosa Rocks National Park
- South East Forest National Park (Yowaka Section)
- Ben Boyd National Park
There will be signs at all baiting locations.
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 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Wed 29 Dec 2021, 4.54pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 4.55pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Jan 2022, 1.42pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Saturday 1 January through to Thursday 30 June 2022.
The baited parks and reserves include:
- Meroo National Park
- Murramarang National Park
- Narrawallee Creek Nature Reserve
- Conjola National Park
There will be signs at all baiting locations.
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 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Nowra area office on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Dec 2021, 3.30pm
Safety alerts: Trailer access prohibited on some fire trails
Within Deua National Park some trails are not suitable for trailer access. National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has had advisory signs in place for some time to encourage people towing 4WD trailers to avoid some of the steeper, harder-to-maintain trails in the park. However, inappropriate use of signposted trails by 4WDs towing trailers is continuing, and is causing ongoing damage. Therefore, NPWS is now prohibiting the use of trailers on the following trails in Deua National Park:
- Dampier Mountain trail
- Oulla Creek trail
- Minuma Range trail
- Merricumbene trail
- Mongamula trail
- Dry Creek trail
It is now an offence to tow trailers on these trails. The penalty for towing trailers on these trails is a $300 penalty infringement notice, or higher if the matter is taken to court.
By keeping trailers away from these identified trails, you benefit everyone by reducing:
- the safety risk to yourself and others
- damage to the park environment and your assets
- park maintenance costs.
Trailer access to Bendethera is still available from Moruya via Little Sugarloaf Road and Bendethera trail. From Braidwood, this increases travel time by about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
For more information, please contact NPWS Narooma on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Wed 21 Oct 2015, 11.57am to Fri 28 May 2027, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Dec 2021, 11.40am
Safety alerts: Bingie Dreaming track - Closed and open coastal lakes and lagoons
Bingie Dreaming track crosses openings to several Intermittently Closed and Open Coastal Lakes and Lagoons (ICOLLS). Openings of these lakes and lagoons are often unpredictable and can be quite dramatic. Please be aware that although lakes are usually only open for short periods (weeks), they can be impassable when open.
The Coila Lake opening is at the southern end of Bingie Dreaming track. Please check if this lake is open before you set out. If the opening is impassable, you won't be able to access the village of Tuross to complete the walk.
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