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Applies from Thu 19 Sep 2024, 12.00am to Thu 19 Sep 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Sep 2024, 5.06pm
Closed areas: Tracks & Trails closed - Total Fire Ban
A Total Fire Ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service Thursday 19th September 2024 across Greater Sydney for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended.
Areas closed
- All NPWS walking tracks and trails are closed including the Royal Coast Track
- All NPWS Mountain bike tracks and trails closed
- All remote campgrounds closed
Royal National Park
- All main visitor areas open
- Bonnie Vale campground open
- All walking tracks and trails are closed including the Royal Coast Track
Heathcote National Park
- All tracks, trails and campgrounds closed
Georges River National Park
- All tracks and trails closed
- All main visitor areas remain open
Garawarra State Conservation Area
- All tracks and trails closed
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about Total Fire Bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Thu 19 Sep 2024, 12.01am to Thu 19 Sep 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Sep 2024, 4.53pm
Fire bans: Total Fire Ban
A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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Applies from Wed 18 Sep 2024, 1.36pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Sep 2024, 2.55pm
Closed areas: Wodi Wodi Track Closed due to track damage
Wodi Wodi walking track is closed until further notice due to repairs and upgrades.
The walking track will re-open as soon as it safe to do so.
For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Wed 18 Sep 2024, 2.22pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 2.23pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Sep 2024, 2.30pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 23rd September 2024 to Sunday 23rd March 2025. The operation will use a Felixer containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral cats, and approved meat baits, meat bait products, and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) for the control of foxes and wild dogs.
The program will be conducted in Nattai National Park.
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 Hawkesbury-Nattai NPWS area office on (02) 4720 6200 for more information.
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Applies from Wed 18 Sep 2024, 7.12am to Fri 20 Sep 2024, 5.12pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Sep 2024, 7.18am
Closed areas: West Rim Walking Track Closure - maintenance
West rim walking tracks closed for maintenance of track surface.
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Applies from Fri 30 Aug 2024, 2.30pm to Sat 28 Sep 2024, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Sep 2024, 10.45am
Safety alerts: Nigh time fox control operations
Please be aware night shooting of foxes may occur in the following beaches to protect nesting shorebirds:
- Seven Mile Beach (Seven Mile Beach National Park)
- Comerong Island (Comerong Island Nature Reserve)
Fox control is undertaken by qualified shooters in accordance to shot plans between 2 September until 28 September 2024 to protect endangered nesting shorebirds.
Access tracks and beach entrances will be closed and signposted prior to shooting operations. Please look out for signage stating the beach is closed if accessing these beaches after dark.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 29 Aug 2024, 1.03pm to Wed 2 Oct 2024, 1.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Sep 2024, 10.15am
Closed areas: Fletcher Street and Flat Rock vehicle trail closure
Fletcher Street and Flat Rock vehicle trail in Helensburgh will be closed on weekdays from Monday 2 September 2024 to Wednesday 2 October 2024 to allow trail surface repair works to take place. The trails will be open on weekends.
Heavy machinery will be operating on both vehicle trails. Please do not enter closed areas. Please follow instructions and signage of NPWS staff and contractors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0632.
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Applies from Wed 11 Sep 2024, 8.28am to Fri 20 Sep 2024, 8.30am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Sep 2024, 8.36am
Closed areas: Red Hills Fire Trail - road work
repairing road surface
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Applies from Tue 10 Sep 2024, 9.03pm to Mon 21 Oct 2024, 9.06pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Sep 2024, 9.18pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting an aerial baiting program using dried meat baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program will occur from Tuesday 17 September to Saturday 21 September 2024 in Royal National Park.
All baiting locations are identifiable by signs. Please don’t touch baits.
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 this reserve is aimed at improving the eco-health of the reserve by reducing predation of ground dwelling mammals and small birds, and specifically targeting fox control along the Hacking River to assist the successful re-introduction of platypus into Royal National Park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Audley office on 02 9542 0632 (business hours) or the NPWS after hours call centre on 1300 056 294.
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Applies from Mon 2 Sep 2024, 9.56am to Fri 11 Oct 2024, 9.57am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2024, 5.38pm
Other planned events: Fire trail works in Heathcote National Park
Flood damage repair works will be take place on some sections of Pipeline and Lower Pipeline fire trails. The works will be carried out between Monday and Friday, from Monday 2 September 2024, and last for approximately 30 days, depending on conditions.
Vehicle and public access may be restricted during this time. For more information, call 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Fri 6 Sep 2024, 4.00pm to Fri 25 Oct 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Sep 2024, 3.19pm
Closed parks: Barren Grounds NR closed for ground pest control operation
Barren Grounds Nature Reserve is closed from 4pm Monday 9th September to 4pm Friday 27th September, then 4pm Sunday 14th October to Friday 25th October 2024, due to ground pest control operations.
This closure is for weekdays only during this period. The Nature Reserve will remain open for the school holiday period between Saturday 28th September to 4pm Sunday 14th October 2024.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the local area office on (02) 4887 8244.
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Applies from Mon 2 Sep 2024, 4.50pm to Fri 20 Sep 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Sep 2024, 4.53pm
Closed areas: Road closures at Thirlmere Lakes National Parks for storm damage repair
Between Wednesday the 31st of July and Friday 20th September 2024, road works will occur in Thirlmere Lakes National Park to repair damage caused by recent storms.
Sections of road will be closed to the public throughout this period and access to some areas of the park may be limited. We ask visitors to abide by road signage and warnings and to be cautious of trucks and machinery that will be operating in the area.
Initially, W E Middleton Memorial Drive will be closed from Couridjah Picnic Area to the locked gate. Access to the Couridjah Corridor walk in Nattai National Park will not be possible during this time.
From the week starting 26th of August 2024, Pumphouse Rd will be closed to vehicles. Visitors are asked to access the park using the Slades Rd entrance.
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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Aug 2024, 10.00am
Safety alerts: Lower Pipeline fire trail
Lower Pipeline fire trail has suffered some damage from the April 2024 flood event, resulting in a minor landslide, taking out part of the fire trail itself.
Authorised Vehicles should avoid the area.
A landslip has occurred on an auxillary trail (near Dingo tunnel) off this trail. Pedestrians and Cyclists are not permitted to pass the landslip.
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Applies from Wed 28 Aug 2024, 12.28pm to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Sep 2024, 8.26am
Closed areas: Toilets closed due to damage
The toilets at Reids Flat picnic area are currently closed due to damage from a fallen tree. The closest alternative facilities can be found at Bus Stop Flat picnic area.
For more information, call Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 27 Jun 2024, 8.38am to Fri 20 Sep 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Aug 2024, 9.21am
Closed areas: Temptation Creek track and trail closures
Fire trails and walking tracks in the Temptation Creek Precinct will be closed on weekdays from Monday 8 July to Friday 20 September 2024 for fire trail maintenance works. The closed areas are:
- Florence Parade vehicle trail, between Farnell Avenue and Grays Point Road.
- Anana Hill vehicle trail, between Angle Road and Greenhaven Road.
- Temptation Creek vehicle trail
- Gardiners Garage vehicle trail
- Northern section of Rawson Parade vehicle trail. The section between Loftus Oval and the NPWS Royal National Park area office carpark will remain open.
- Grays Point School walking track
- Savilles Creek walking track.
Please do not enter closed areas and follow instructions of NPWS staff and contractors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0632.
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Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Aug 2024, 8.22am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
A baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between August 01 2024 to August 01 2025 in the Kangaroo Valley, Budgong and Illaroo areas.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 Shoalhaven area office on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 2.48pm to Sun 6 Oct 2024, 2.48pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Sep 2024, 8.42am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Abercrombie River National Park (NP), Abercrombie River State Conservation Area (SCA), Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (KCR), Kanangra-Boyd NP Mares Forest NP and Turon NP from Monday 26th August 2024 – Sunday 8th September 2024.
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 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.
Please contact the local Oberon NPWS area office for more information on 02 6336 6200
Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 11.48am to Sun 6 Oct 2024, 11.49am. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Sep 2024, 8.42am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Bangadilly National Park (NP), Bargo State Conservation Area (SCA), Burragorang SCA, Guula Ngurra NP, Joadja Nature Reserve (NR), Nattai NP, Upper Nepean SCA and Upper Nepean SCA Stage 2 lands managed by NPWS from Monday 26th August 2024 – Sunday 8th September 2024.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will take place in
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and 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.
Please contact the local Glenbrook NPWS area office for more information on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Wed 21 Feb 2024, 3.37pm to Fri 21 Feb 2025, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Aug 2024, 4.05pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 pest management baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 26 February 2024 to Friday 21 February 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Wild Dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in the following parks:
- Bees Nest Nature Reserve
- Morton National Park
The Morton National park operation will take place north and south of Braidwood Road and affect the following areas:
- Touga/Tolwong
- Sasafrass area
- Endrick River/Alum Creek/Redground area (Nerriga)
- Little Forest/Tianjara area
- 12 Mile Road area
- Croobyar and Kingiman area (Milton)
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on stock and wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the 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 Ulladulla area office on 02 44549500.
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Applies from Mon 22 Jul 2024, 6.00am to Fri 20 Dec 2024, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Aug 2024, 2.37pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ground baiting program from Monday 22 July 2024 to Friday 20 December 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will take place in the following parks:
- Seven Mile Beach National Park
- Comerong Island Nature Reserve
- Jervis Bay National Park
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
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 Nowra area office on 02 44286300.
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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Sep 2024, 1.27pm
Closed areas: Camping areas closed due to flood and fire damage
Camping is closed indefinitely at the following campgrounds due to fire damage and flooding. The closed campground include (open for day-use only):
- Pauls Point
- Sundeck
- Sawyers
- Burrawang
Please note that the campgrounds will remain open for day use. Some campgrounds may be affected by flood debris following heavy rain, and there may be steep sand walls to access sites.
Please be cautious and move onto another campground if safety issues occur. There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 24 Oct 2023, 10.56am to Sun 1 Dec 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Sep 2024, 8.25am
Closed areas: The Coast track partial closure
Walking the full length of The Coast track from Otford to Bundeena or Bundeena to Otford is not currently possible due to several track closures along its length. These closures are necessary due to erosion, rockfall risk and ongoing track upgrade works.
Please note the following closures:
- Palm Jungle Loop track between Burning Palms, Werrong lookout is closed for track upgrades and storm impact remediation until December 2024.
- The Garie to Little Garie section of The Coast track is closed due to hazardous rockfalls and erosion.
- North Era campground is closed until further notice.
- Garie Road, Garie Beach and the Garie precinct is closed until further notice due to damage and subsidence of the road surface. Walkers approaching from the north (e.g. from Wattamolla or Bundeena) should exit the track via Curra Moors track.
Bushwalker access is available for the following sections of The Coast track:
- South bound access - Bundeena to Curra Moors track via Wattamolla and return only. No access to Garie Beach.
- North bound access - is via Garawarra Farm Ridge trail and Burgh Ridge track to North Era and return, during track upgrades.
- Figure 8 Pools access - Access via Garawarra Farm only to Garawarra Ridge trail and Burgh Ridge track.
For further information please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Sun 21 Jul 2024, 7.00am to Sat 30 Nov 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Sep 2024, 8.42am
Closed areas: Pigeon House Mountain Didthul Walking Track Closed
Pigeon House Mountain Didthul walking track, picnic area and carpark in Morton National Park is closed for track maintenance from Monday 22 July to 29 November 2024 (weather permitting).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 1 May 2023, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Sep 2024, 10.45am
Closed areas: Gulp Road at Wingello closed
The Gulp Road section of Morton National Park is closed due to ongoing wet conditions, it will be re-opened after it has been assessed as suitable for vehicle access.
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Applies from Fri 14 Jun 2024, 12.04pm to Fri 13 Dec 2024, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Sep 2024, 12.01pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 bait disposal pit
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is disposing of used 1080 baits and baiting products in an approved disposal pit on NPWS National Parks land within the Fitzroy Falls area.
The burial of used baits and products will happen from Friday 14 June 2024 to Friday 13 December 2024. All bait material in the pit will be buried under at least 500mm of soil, and clear of waterways so as not to cause pollution of waterways. This is in accordance with the current Pesticide Control Order (1080 bait products).
There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to the disposal pit site.
1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) is lethal to pets (including domestic dogs and cats) and working dogs. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance. Domestic pets, including dogs and cats, are not permitted in national parks or reserves.
For more information, email or call the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244.
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Applies from Wed 21 Sep 2022, 1.08pm to Fri 13 Dec 2024, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Sep 2024, 12.01pm
Other planned events: 1080 fox ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting a continual and ongoing 1080 ground baiting program for the control of foxes from Friday 14 June 2024 to Friday 13 December 2024 to reduce the impacts on threatened species.
The operation will target foxes in the Carrington Falls, Budderoo Plateau, Knights Hill and Barren Grounds areas. Baits have been placed on NPWS estate and Crown road reserves with permissions.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
1080 baiting signs are at all entries to the baiting location. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Some baits may be buried.
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 more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.
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Applies from Tue 11 Jun 2024, 11.02am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Sep 2024, 2.19pm
Closed areas: Fireroad 10C in Dharawal National Park is closed due to landslip
Fireroad 10C (Darkes Forest - O'Hares Creek) is closed to the public due to a landslip (June 2024) following heavy rain. This will remain closed until the trail is repaired and is safe and accessible.
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Applies from Tue 12 Dec 2023, 12.00am to Wed 30 Oct 2024, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Aug 2024, 1.54pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for ground pest control operation
Some areas in this park are closed from 12am, December 18 2023 to 12am, October 30 2024 for a ground pest control operation.
The closed areas are:
- Warrells Trail off Obrien's Road
- The area between Warrells Trail and Basket Creek
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office: (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 27 May 2024, 11.17am. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Sep 2024, 3.05pm
Closed areas: Lookout Track closed for track works
Lookout Track from Panorama House to Sublime Point is closed for ongoing track works. For further information please contact the local office on (02) 4224 4188.
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Applies from Tue 21 Nov 2023, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Aug 2024, 12.29pm
Safety alerts: Mount Tarn Navigational warning
Mt Tarn Walking Track is overgrown with vegetation between Mt Tarn and Mt Haughton which may cause navigation challenges.
Before you enter the bush, Think Before You TREK
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Applies from Mon 13 May 2024, 4.58pm to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 4.58pm. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Aug 2024, 8.16am
Closed areas: Areas closed for deer control program
Some areas in Royal National Park are closed to the public between sunset and sunrise from Wednesday 30 May to Friday 29 December 2024 to enable a deer control operation to be carried out.
The affected areas include:
- All picnic areas in the Audley precinct
- Asset protection zones adjacent to Maianbar, Bundeena and East Heathcote.
- Wattamolla and Garie picnic areas
- North Era campground and coastal areas between Garie Beach and Figure 8 Pools
- Garrawarra Farm
- Lady Carrington Drive
- Bonnie Vale campground and picnic area.
These closures will be signposted at entry points to the closed areas. If you have approved bookings to camp you can still access campsites during these times.
Ground shooting will not take place during school holidays or on weekends or public holidays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Sep 2024, 9.09am
Safety alerts: Pipeline fire trail flood damage
Pipeline fire trail has suffered some damage from the April 2024 flood event, resulting in deep rutting to the trail surface in some locations.
Pedestrians and Cyclists should use caution when tracking over these surfaces.
Care should be taken after heavy rain at all creek crossing and causeway points along this trail as water flows very fast and deep.
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Applies from Sat 2 Dec 2023, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Sep 2024, 10.44am
Closed areas: Access to the base of Gerringong Falls is prohibited
Access to the base of Gerringong Falls is prohibited.
The area around and down to the base of the Gerringong Falls has loose rocks, steep cliffs and unstable ground surface making it dangerous to access. The walk will remain permanently closed to the public to protect visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local Area at npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2024, 9.45am
Closed areas: Access to base of Belmore Falls prohibited
All access to the base of Belmore Falls is permanently closed, including from Hindmarsh and Belmore Falls lookouts and picnic areas.
Access is also closed to the top of Belmore Falls, including from the Belmore Falls Road causeway.
The area around and down to the base of the Belmore Falls has loose rocks, steep cliffs and unstable ground surface making it dangerous to access. The walk will remain permanently closed to the public to protect visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 12 Apr 2024, 11.52am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Aug 2024, 9.23am
Closed areas: Partial Closure to Lyrebird Loop
Minnamurra Rainforest Lyrebird Loop Walk has a partial closure due to flood damage. This closure affects the start of the Lyrebird Loop Walk, which restricts wheelchair access.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 42 360 469
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Applies from Mon 18 Mar 2024, 2.54pm to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Aug 2024, 1.53pm
Closed areas: Sections of park closed for ground pest control program
A ground pest control program will be undertaken in Upper Nepean State Conservation Area between 6pm and 6am every day, between 29 April and 30 Sep 2024. The Upper Nepean State Conservation Area is entirely within the Sydney Catchment Authority Special Area (Water Catchment). In order to protect the area, the Upper Nepean State Conservation Area is closed to public access. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai Area Office at (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Thu 18 Nov 2021, 10.47am. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Aug 2024, 9.40am
Closed areas: Toorooroo campground closed due to damage
Toorooroo campground is closed due to fire and flood damage. Please check back for updates.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 4 Mar 2024, 10.28am. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Sep 2024, 9.08am
Closed areas: Werrong Beach track
Werrong Beach track in Royal National Park is closed until further notice due to landslides. Signs will be in place around the closed area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 1 Mar 2024, 3.12pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2024, 9.45am
Safety alerts: Beaches at Killalea Regional Park are unpatrolled
The beaches at Killalea Regional Park are unpatrolled. There is no lifesaving service. There may be strong currents, shallow water, unexpected large waves, rips and sudden drop offs.
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Applies from Tue 6 Feb 2024, 10.28am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2024, 9.45am
Closed areas: Woodward track
Woodward track (accessed via Sublime Point) is closed due to damage from heavy rainfall events.
For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 3 Jul 2023, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Aug 2024, 10.31am
Closed areas: Mirang Campground Closed
Mirang Campground is now closed. The site has become a day-use ONLY picnic spot. No overnight stays permitted.
For further information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Fri 10 Feb 2023, 9.21pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Jul 2024, 11.45am
Closed areas: Informal track to Clover Falls is is closed due to rockfall risk
Due to rockfall risk, the unsanctioned walking track from the end of Clover Hill Road at Macquarie Rivulet to Clover Hill Falls is closed.
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Applies from Wed 16 Sep 2020, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Sep 2024, 2.20pm
Closed parks: Berkeley Nature Reserve closed
Berkeley Nature Reserve is closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 10.42am
Closed areas: North Era campground closed
North Era campground is closed until further notice due to operational activities. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Sun 17 Sep 2023, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jul 2024, 8.38am
Closed areas: 12 Mile Road Closed
12 Mile road between George Boyd Lookout and Braidwood Road in Morton National Park is closed due to recent storm damage. Culverts have been washed out and the road is untrafficable.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.35pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jul 2024, 8.38am
Closed areas: Tianjara fire trail
Tianjara fire trail is closed. Please do not enter the closed area.
A review of access arrangements, the UXO area and permit system is being undertaken
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Sun 17 Jul 2022, 7.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Sep 2024, 10.44am
Closed areas: Access to the base of Erith Coal Mine closed
Access to the base of Erith Coal Mine is closed until further notice, due to a landslide.
Access is blocked at the creek crossing and from the creek down the metal staircase to the bottom of the falls is closed.
The Erith Coal Mine loop part of the walking track is open from the Camping Ground to the Erith Coal Mine carpark.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 14 Mar 2022, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Sep 2024, 10.44am
Closed areas: Nicholas Pass track partly closed
Nicholas Pass track is closed from its junction with the base of Fairy Bower Falls walking track to Ampitheatre Lookout until further notice due to a landslide and rock fall event.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 14 Dec 2020, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Sep 2024, 8.58am
Closed areas: Macquarie Rivulet - Jump Rock track closed
Access to Macquarie Rivulet (also known as 'Jump Rock') is not permitted. The track is steep and eroded, and contains unstable surfaces, cliffs and drop offs.
There is a high risk of injury from falls from heights. Do not enter the closed areas of this park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call 1300 072 757.
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Applies from Tue 18 Jun 2019, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Sep 2024, 8.58am
Closed areas: Restricted access to Macquarie Rivulet
There is no access to Macquarie Rivulet from Mount Murray, at the top of Macquarie Pass. If you access the rivulet from the top of the escarpment, you will be trespassing on private property. Access to Macquarie Rivulet is only permitted via Clover Hill Road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188.
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Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 12.47pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Sep 2024, 8.58am
Closed areas: Sublime Point walking track closed
Sublime Point walking track is closed until further notice. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 9 Dec 2022, 9.15am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Sep 2024, 2.19pm
Closed areas: Lower Escarpment Fire Trail partial closure
The Lower Escarpment Fire Trail is open to walkers, bicycles and light 4WD vehicles only. No access with heavy vehicles larger than cat 9 due to hazardous track conditions. As soon as the remainder of the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS Alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Aug 2024, 8.16am
Safety alerts: Curra Moors track in poor condition
Sections of Curra Moors loop track are in poor condition due to erosion. Please use caution and be aware of unstable edges.
Planning for repairs is in progress. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Tue 10 Nov 2020, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Sep 2024, 9.22am
Closed areas: Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe closed
Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe is closed until further notice. Light refreshments and hot beverages are available for purchase from Minnamurra Rainforest Centre.
For further information contact Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Thu 2 Jul 2020, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jul 2024, 8.54am
Other incidents: Minnamurra Rainforest may close at short notice
Minnamurra Rainforest is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed. This is to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity or due to the carpark reaching capacity.
NPWS encourages you to plan your visit outside of peak periods of 11am to 2pm.
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Applies from Mon 9 Jan 2023, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2024, 9.45am
Closed areas: Partial Closure to Forest Walk
The Forest Walk is affected by the closure of Sublime Point walking track until further notice. There is no access between Sublime Point and Austinmer. Sublime Point walking track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely reopened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Aug 2024, 8.15am
Closed areas: Garie Road closed due to damage
Garie Road is closed until further notice due to damage to the road surface.
This road may remain closed for some time to allow for extensive repairs. A reopening date is not currently known.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check Live Traffic NSW for updates before driving to Garie Beach.
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