Closed due to current alerts
Last reviewed: Fri 12 June 2026, 5.48pm
Applies from Fri 12 Jun 2026, 5.43pm to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 5.44pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jun 2026, 5.48pm.
Everlasting Swamp National Park and State Conservation Area are closed from 12 June to 19 June 2026 due to wet weather. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Wed 3 Jun 2026, 4.22pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 4.24pm
The following area will experience periodic closure between 14 June and 30 June 2026 for aerial spraying operations:
Lantana will be sprayed by drone with the herbicide Glyphosate biactive. The area to be treated has dense lantana infestations that are not accessible using other treatment methods. This program is part of a systematic weed control program throughout Yuraygir National Park.
The operations are weather dependent and take only one (1) day to complete in favourable weather conditions. The site will be closed for a period of up to 4 hours.
Please check current closure alerts prior to travel and follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please email or call the NPWS Grafton office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2026, 10.07am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.08am. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 3.33pm
The following areas will experience periodic closures between 14 June and 11 July 2026 for aerial spraying operations:
Campgrounds and day use areas will remain open for visitors.
Bitou bush will be sprayed by helicopter and/or drone with the herbicide eChem (metsulfuron-methyl 600). The areas treated have dense or large bitou bush infestations that are not accessible using other treatment methods. This program is part of a systematic weed control program throughout Yuraygir National Park.
The operations are weather dependent and take only one (1) day to complete in favourable weather conditions. Each site will be closed for a period of up to 4 hours.
Please check current closure alerts prior to travel and follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please email or call the NPWS Grafton office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Mon 13 Apr 2026, 8.30am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 20 May 2026, 8.36am
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will commence a 1080 ground and aerial baiting program on the 13th April 2026 to the 30th June 2026 on the following reserves:
The operations will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Signs will be placed at the entry to all the baiting locations. Domestic pets are not permitted in NPWS 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Wed 3 Sep 2025, 12.00pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 23 May 2026, 8.45am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Susan Island Nature Reserve Area from 1 January to 31 July 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
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 Grafton NPWS area office for more information on 02 66 411 500.
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Applies from Wed 28 Sep 2022, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 11.34am
Doon Goonge campground is closed for public safety.
Alternate nearby campgrounds include Dalmorton, Thungutti, Cod Hole and Platypus Flat, that can be booked on the NPWS website.
For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 9 Mar 2026, 8.00am to Tue 9 Mar 2027, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 10.12am
Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area will be closed for pest control operations until 09 March 2027.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Coffs Coast Area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 May 2026, 5.49am
Forest Corporation NSW will be conducting hauling operations on McPhillips Road, involving the use of logging trucks. An end date for the operation is unknown.
Please take care when driving along McPhillips Road and be cautious of approaching heavy vehicles.
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Applies from Fri 11 Jul 2025, 8.49am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.55am. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 6.13pm
The canoe launch and viewing platform at Station Creek has been removed, and public access remains restricted until a new structure is installed. This closure is necessary to ensure public safety and protect the surrounding environment.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Thu 1 Aug 2024, 9.53am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 1.41pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Yuraygir National Park from 1 January to 31 July 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. It's 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.
For more information, contact the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Thu 19 Sep 2024, 4.12pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2026, 7.50pm
Bundjalung National Park visitors may experience loud aircraft noise until further notice. RAAF training operations from the nearby Evans Head Air Weapons Range may be heard and seen from the Black Rocks campground and Jerusalem Creek paddle route and walking track.
Please note:
For more information, call the NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200 or visit the Defence Aircraft Noise webpage.
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Applies from Thu 18 Sep 2025, 4.12pm to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jun 2026, 4.50pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Bundjalung National Park from 24th September 2025 to 24th September 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. Its designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
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 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 NPWS Grafton area office on 02 66 411 500.
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Applies from Wed 12 Apr 2017, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Jun 2026, 9.23am
The Yuraygir coastal walk river crossing contact details are:
For further information please call the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.
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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/everlasting-swamp-national-park/local-alerts
Everlasting Swamp National Park is open all year, but may have to close at times due to weather conditions or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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