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Applies from Wed 19 Feb 2020, 12.01pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Feb 2020, 3.56pm
Closed areas: Wollemi National Park - closed areas
The following areas of Wollemi National Park remain closed due to the bushfire and/or flood damage and associated hazards:
- Newnes campground (cricket pitch or eastern side of river - main campground open)
- Coorongooba campground (due to flooding)
- Weir-Long Cave walk is closed at junction with Pagoda Rocks walking track (Dunns Swamp)
- River Gauging station (Dunns Swamp)
- Bicentennial National trail – Widden to Glen Alice, Glen Alice to Jenolan
- Glow Worm walking track
- Deep Pass campground and canyons in Wollemi National Park
- Newnes Industrial Ruins
- Wheeny Creek
- Bob Turners walking track
- Sheepskin Hut
The following areas of Wollemi National Park are now open:
- Ganguddy-Dunns Swamp campground
- Pagoda lookout walking track – (Dunns Swamp)
- Waterside walk – (Dunns Swamp)
- Dabee walk (Dunns Swamp)
- Cudgegong picnic area (Dunns Swamp)
- Colo Meroo campground
- Newnes (Little Capertee) campground
Safety advice:
- Please be aware that due to recent fires and floods there may be dangerous hazards in this park. These include falling trees and branches, flooded creeks and crossings and debris on tracks.
- If accessing remote areas of national parks please visit the Think before you TREK page
- Solid Fuel Ban is in place until Tuesday 31 March 2020
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Wed 19 Feb 2020, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Feb 2020, 12.49pm
Safety alerts: The Drip walking track - pedestrian bridge destroyed due to flooding
The pedestrian bridge along "The Drip" walking track has been destroyed by flash flooding. Another stepped section at the downstream end of the walking track has also been impacted.
If you're planning to visit The Drip walking track, you'll need to walk through the flowing Bobadeen Creek to continue to The Drip walking track. Water levels will be constantly monitored, and NPWS will close the track if water levels become too high. Families with children should exercise caution. The Drip walking track is not suitable for small children. Similarly the track is not suitable for disabled walkers. Please obey warning signage.
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Applies from Mon 10 Feb 2020, 10.26am. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Feb 2020, 12.16pm
Closed areas: Goulburn River National Park - closed areas
Some areas in Goulburn River National Park are closed, due to bushfire damage. The closed areas are:
- Big River and Spring Gully campgrounds
- Lees Pinch walking track
The rest of the park remains open. To check which areas are closed, click the 'Show list' button on the Goulburn River National Park page alert. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Wed 13 Nov 2019, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Feb 2020, 1.28pm
Closed parks: Park closed due to fire and/or flood damage
This park is closed due to fire and/or flood damage. Do not enter this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2019, 12.16pm to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Feb 2020, 5.26pm
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.
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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 17 Sep 2019, 11.44am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Dec 2019, 3.55pm
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban - all Central West national parks
A park fire ban is in place in this park from Friday 27 September 2019 and remains in effect until Tuesday 31 March 2020 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.
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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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