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Last reviewed: Mon 20 June 2022, 4.49pm
Applies from Fri 12 Nov 2021, 2.57pm to Mon 1 Aug 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 4.49pm.
The following areas are closed until Monday 1 August 2022 for upgrades:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 19 Apr 2022, 2.40pm to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 May 2022, 3.13pm.
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Dharug National Park, Manobalai Nature Reserve, Parr State Conservation Area, Wollemi State Conservation Area, and Yengo National Park from Monday 9th May 2022 to Wednesday 9th November 2022.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
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 Bulga NPWS Office for more information on (020 6574 5555,
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Applies from Thu 26 May 2022, 5.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 11.57am
Cattai campground and picnic area are closed until further notice due to flood damage.
Mitchell Park picnic area is open, but walking tracks are closed. Only pedestrian access is permitted into Mitchell Park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 27 Jun 2022, 7.00am to Fri 1 Jul 2022, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 11.12am
Somersby Falls picnic area and walking track are closed from 7am Monday 27 June to 6pm Friday 1 July 2022 for maintenance.
Signs will be in place around closed areas.
Please consider visiting the nearby Girrakool Picnic Area, off Girrakool Road, Somersby.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast Area office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Fri 10 Jun 2022, 2.37pm to Sun 24 Jul 2022, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 10.56am
Warrah Trig Road is closed to vehicles until further notice due to damage from recent rainfall events.
The road has deep ruts and boggy sections, making it unsafe and impassable for vehicles.
The road is open to pedestrians and cyclists. However, please take care when traversing wet sections as they may be slippery.
Alternate pedestrian access to Warrah lookout is available via the Pearl Beach to Patonga fire trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Tue 21 Jun 2022, 9.01am to Tue 28 Jun 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 3.44pm
Apple Tree Bay precinct carpark will be partially closed due to line marking work on Tuesday 28 June 2022. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Wed 6 Apr 2022, 9.47am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 3.02pm
Some tracks and trails in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park are closed from 9am, Wednesday 6 April 2022 until further notice due to severe weather.
The following areas are closed:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 23 May 2022, 1.55pm to Sun 31 Jul 2022, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 5.05pm
The section of Great North walk between Reservoir Road, Somersby and Karool Road, Mooney Mooney Creek is closed until further notice due to a flood damaged bridge.
This area will re-open as soon as it is safe.
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 Thu 7 Apr 2022, 11.17am to Sun 31 Jul 2022, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 4.54pm
The section of Brieses fire trail between Mooney Mooney Creek and Old Mooney Dam trail is closed due to a recent landslip, making it unsafe for vehicles.
Signs are in place around closed areas. This area will re-open as soon as it is safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Fri 12 Nov 2021, 2.57pm to Mon 1 Aug 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 4.49pm
The following areas are closed until Monday 1 August 2022 for upgrades:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 17 Jun 2022, 10.44am to Fri 30 Dec 2022, 11.20am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 4.24pm
NPWS has closed Muirs lookout and picnic area effective from Monday 20 June 2022.
Factors contributing to the closure include:
The surrounding area, including Watagans National Park and neighbouring state forests, have alternative sites for lookouts and picnic areas.
The closest lookouts are located off Mt Faulk Road to the north and include Heaton, Hunter and Macleans lookouts.
For further information please contact the NPWS Central Coast Area office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Thu 9 Jun 2022, 1.54pm to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 3.54pm
The following areas will be closed until mid August 2022 while upgrades to the Apple Tree Bay boat ramp and wharf area are underway:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Tue 1 Mar 2022, 10.46am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 3.54pm
Kalkari Discovery Centre is closed until further notice due to damage from severe weather.
For more information contact Bobbin Head Information Centre on 02 9472 8949.
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Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 12.32pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jun 2022, 3.53pm
A planned power outage for essential powerline work will affect the Bobbin Head and Apple Tree Bay precincts in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park as follows:
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Thu 2 Jun 2022, 3.56pm to Mon 1 Aug 2022, 9.01am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jun 2022, 5.07pm
The Big Yango precinct except Big Yengo House in Yengo National Park is closed from the 2 June through to the 1 August for repair and maintenance work.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Wollemi-Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Thu 2 Jun 2022, 9.04am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jun 2022, 11.37am
Long Trail and a section of Perimeter Trail are partially closed from Thursday 2 June to Friday 24 June 2022 due to maintenance works.
Visitors should be aware of heavy machinery on site.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Mon 30 May 2022, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 May 2022, 4.49pm
All roads in Jilliby State Conservation Area are unsealed, and not readily accessible by 2WD vehicles. 4WD vehicles should be used at all times. Gates may be temporarily closed on some roads for roadworks, to prevent damage when wet.
For more information, please call the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jun 2022, 1.47pm
Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable only for 4WD vehicles.
To prevent further damage visitors are asked to avoid this area and other trails in the Reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.
For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Fri 13 May 2022, 11.47am to Fri 1 Jul 2022, 11.49am. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 2.25pm
Walking tracks and picnic areas in this park are closed between sunset and sunrise, Monday 16 May to Friday 1 July 2022, for on ground pest control operations.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Tue 15 Feb 2022, 2.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 May 2022, 8.40am
Shepherds Gully Road and Sternbecks Line walking track are closed until further notice due to storm damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 3.40pm to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 10.48am. Last reviewed: Sun 22 May 2022, 8.19am
The section of Lemon Tree Forest Road, between Prickly Ridge Road and Yambo Forest Road, in Jilliby State Conservation Area is closed to all vehicles for reconstruction. This closure will remain in place due to severe erosion and 4WD vehicle damage. Rain has delayed the work again.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 19 Apr 2022, 2.40pm to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 May 2022, 3.13pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Dharug National Park, Manobalai Nature Reserve, Parr State Conservation Area, Wollemi State Conservation Area, and Yengo National Park from Monday 9th May 2022 to Wednesday 9th November 2022.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
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 Bulga NPWS Office for more information on (020 6574 5555,
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Applies from Tue 25 Jan 2022, 4.10pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Apr 2022, 11.37am
Berowra walking track, from Berowra to Apple Tree bay, including the Mount Ku-ring-gai access track, is closed until further notice.
There is a significant threat of rockfalls due to slope instability, caused by recent weather events. NPWS will further assess the track and carry out necessary repair works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Wed 30 Mar 2022, 12.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Mar 2022, 12.40pm
Bonnie Doon track is closed from Wednesday 30 March until further notice due to track maintenance.
The following tracks remain open:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 22 Mar 2022, 4.24pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Apr 2022, 4.35pm
Campbells Point Road and Campbells Point Link Road in the southern section of Jiiliby State Conservation Area will be closed from Wednesday 23 March to Friday 1st April 2022.
The closure is to enable major roadworks to repair the fire trail, for future wildfire response and hazard reduction burning.
Please stay off the fire trail and follow directions on signage, and of NPWS staff and contractors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Thu 17 Feb 2022, 11.33am to Fri 29 Jul 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Apr 2022, 10.04am
The toilet blocks at Orchard Park and Gibberagong will be closed for upgrades from Monday 7 March until the end of July 2022. There will be temporary toilets in place while the works are being carried out.
For more information, please contact the local office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Thu 3 Mar 2022, 12.05pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Mar 2022, 8.03am
Apple Tree Bay toilets are partially closed from Monday 7 March 2022 for maintenance works. Unisex toilets will still be available.
For further information, please call the local Area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Fri 21 May 2021, 1.11pm to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Mar 2022, 11.40am
West Head lookout is open to visitors, and temporary fencing has been installed at the lookout for public safety. Upgrades will take place from July to October 2022.
Please do not enter the fenced area. Nearby walking tracks remain open.
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Applies from Tue 1 Feb 2022, 1.00am to Mon 1 Aug 2022, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Jan 2022, 8.26am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 1 February 2022 and Sunday 31 July 2022 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. All baiting locations are 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.
Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 or the NPWS Lane Cove 02 8448 0400 (business hours). Alternatively call the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (after hours).
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Applies from Thu 26 Jan 2017, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Dec 2021, 8.15am
Middle Ridge Road is closed from the intersection of Null Road. There is no vehicle or pedestrian access to Ravensdale Road. This trail is dormant and not open for public use. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 25 Apr 2021, 11.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Nov 2021, 3.35pm
The shelters in Orchard Park at Bobbin Head will be undergoing restoration works from Monday 26 April 2021. As the work is complex, it is unsure when the shelters will reopen.
Signage and security fencing will be erected around closed shelters as they are progressively repaired. Not all shelters will be closed at once, so you can use the remaining shelters while construction works are completed.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
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Applies from Sun 27 Jun 2021, 9.50am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Jul 2021, 10.05am
Please plan ahead when visiting this park. Popular precincts may be closed at short notice to ensure visitation levels do not exceed COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
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.
We encourage you to:
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Applies from Mon 4 Jul 2016, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Aug 2021, 4.48pm
The following fire trails are closed due to illegal 4WD damage:
There is no vehicle access across Little Jilliby Jilliby Creek in either direction. Locked gates are in place in several locations.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 31 Jul 2020, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Mar 2021, 2.03pm
Muogamarra Nature Reserve is only open to the public for 6 weeks every year, around spring time. Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access is restricted at other times to approved educational and research activities only.
For more information about closures, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for further information.
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Applies from Wed 30 Sep 2020, 11.54am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Sep 2020, 4.00pm
The last 850m along Ironbark Road (Crown Road) to access Ironbark picnic area is currently limited to 4WD vehicles only. This section is not suitable to conventional 2WD vehicles due to a severely eroded hill along the Crown Road. Visitors to this section of the park travelling by conventional 2WD vehicles will have to walk the last 850 metres to access to the start of the park and Ironbark picnic area.
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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/dharug-national-park/local-alerts
Dharug National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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