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Applies from Sat 6 Jun 2026, 4.17pm. Last reviewed: Sat 6 Jun 2026, 4.35pm
Other incidents: Cape Solander parking full during peak periods
High visitation is anticipated at Cape Solander for whale watching during the June long weekend.
Parking is expected to fill up quickly. We suggest avoiding peak hours from 10 am to 4 pm.
Only park in designated parking bays. Park gate closed at 7:30pm.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2026, 7.00am to Mon 8 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 May 2026, 4.24pm
Closed areas: Wattle Forest Road, Audley closed for repairs
Wattle Forest Road and picnic area in Audley will be closed from Monday 1 June for repairs to the road. The works are expected to take one week.
For further information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitors Centre on 9542 0648
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Applies from Thu 14 May 2026, 7.00am to Thu 18 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 9.31am
Safety alerts: Track surface works - Royal Coast Track
Track surface works are currently underway on the Royal Coast Track between Wedding Cake Rock and Big Marley beach. Visitors may need to be stopped briefly to allow for machinery movements. Please take care and follow instructions from staff on site.
For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 9542 0648
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Applies from Thu 14 May 2026, 9.27am to Fri 12 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jun 2026, 8.36am
Closed areas: Walumarra track closed for repairs
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is undertaking repair work to the Bola Creek crossing on the Walumarra track from 14 May to 12 June 2026. Access to the Walumarra track from Lady Carrington Drive will be closed. Access to Walumurra track from Sir Bertram Stevens Drive is limited with no thoroughfare to Lady Carrington Drive.
The track will re-open on weekends and public holidays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Audley office on 02 9542 0632 in business hours or the NPWS after hours call centre on 1300 056 294.
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Applies from Tue 21 Apr 2026, 9.53am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.04am. Last reviewed: Wed 27 May 2026, 9.42am
Closed areas: Areas closed for ground pest control operations
Parts of the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area, Macquarie Pass National Park, Dharawal National Park and Dharawal Nature Reserve are closed Monday 04 May to 29 June 2026.
Specifically, these areas will be closed from 6pm to 6am Monday to Thursday evenings/mornings (outside of school and public holidays) during these dates.
Please note that whilst shooting may not be conducted on all these nights, the park is closed to allow works to be conducted during favourable weather conditions.
Do not enter the closed areas during these times. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
The areas being closed are:
- Mount Kembla
- Mount Kiera (including Mt Keira Summit Park, Scout Camp, Girl Guides and Illawarra Rhododendron and Rainforest Garden)
- Maddens Plains (including Sublime Point Lookout)
- Macquarie Pass NP (including Calderwood Trail)
- Dharawal NP/NR (including management and fire trails 10Q, 10A and 10)
This program will target deer. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species. Other pest animals, including pigs, goats and foxes will be targeted if observed during the operation.
Park closure warning signs will be erected at entrances to the shooting areas.
For more information, contact the Illawarra Highlands park office at npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Mon 18 Aug 2025, 12.00am to Mon 30 Nov 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 May 2026, 9.21am
Closed areas: Sublime Point Walking Track closed
The Sublime Point Walking Track is closed for major upgrades from Monday 18 August 2025 to Monday 30 November 2026.
Alternative walking tracks include the Lookout Track to Panorama House, Wodi Wodi Track, Gibson Walking Track, the Woodward Loop Track and the Mount Keira Ring Track.
The upgrade is supported by the NSW and Australian Government’s Infrastructure Betterment Fund to repair and rebuild public assets directly impacted by natural disasters since 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For information on alternative walks, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 9.33am
Closed areas: Toilets closed for upgrade, Beachcomber Ave, Bundeena
The toilets at Beachcomber Ave, Bundeena (start of the Coast Track) are currently closed for an upgrade. Portable toilets are available nearby while the works are taking place. Walkers will be able pass the worksite to access the Coast Track.
For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 9542 0648.
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Applies from Fri 22 Aug 2025, 12.12pm to Mon 30 Nov 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 May 2026, 9.21am
Closed areas: No access to Austinmer via Sublime Point Walking Track
The Forest Walk terminates at Sublime Point due to major upgrades on the Sublime Point Walking Track which is closed from Monday 18 August 2025 to Monday 30 November 2026.
There is no walking access to Austinmer or Austinmer Train Station.
The upgrade is supported by the NSW and Australian Government’s Infrastructure Betterment Fund to repair and rebuild public assets directly impacted by natural disasters since 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For information on alternative walks, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Fri 23 Jan 2026, 4.57pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 May 2026, 8.42am
Closed parks: Warranmadhaa National Park - Closed for Park Establishment
Warranmadhaa National Park is closed to visitors while important park establishment works are completed. The park will open in stages for walking and cycling, and overtime, additional facilities for recreation, education and research.
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Applies from Mon 19 Jan 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 6 May 2026, 12.15pm
Other planned events: Access to Kembla mountain bike trails during Harry Graham Drive upgrade
Harry Graham Drive will be closed in both directions between Wollongong Motorcycle Club and Kembla Village from Monday 19 January 2026 until mid-late 2026 (weather permitting), to allow Wollongong City Council to carry out essential road maintenance and upgrades.
During this time, the Kembla mountain bike trails can be accessed as follows:
1. From Mount Keira: The main trail car park is open and signposted off Harry Graham Drive. This is the only access point for beginner trails during the roadworks. Visitors should expect some traffic delays.
2. From Kembla Heights: Harry Graham Drive is temporarily closed to all traffic from Kembla Heights. Access is available for blue and black trails only, and a small carpark is
available. For safety and to avoid congestion, riders are asked not to park on the roadside. Beginner trails will be temporarily inaccessible from Kembla Heights during the roadworks. For access to green runs, please use the main trail carpark via Mount Keira Road.
For more information read the City of Wollongong webpage.
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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Apr 2026, 10.04am
Closed areas: North Era campground closed
North Era campground is closed until further notice. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Fri 5 Sep 2025, 1.38pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 11.59am
Safety alerts: Hazardous track conditions - Wodi Wodi Walking Track
Recent heavy rain has created hazardous track conditions on the Wodi Wodi Walking Track between the Forest Walk and Stanwell Park Train Station. The track is currently experiencing erosion, fallen trees and landslips. It is not suitable for most walkers.
Please consider alternative walking tracks in the area.
Contact the local NPWS Area Office for more information.
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Applies from Mon 25 Aug 2025, 12.20pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 Mar 2026, 9.13am
Other planned events: 1080 pest management operation
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 will take place between 30 August 2025 and 31 March 2026 in Towra Point Nature Reserve.
Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance
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.
For more information, contact the local park office on:
Sydney South Area 02 9337 5511 (business hours)
NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294.
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Applies from Fri 9 May 2025, 3.09pm to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 May 2026, 6.37pm
Other planned events: Toilet closures in Lane Cove National Park
Some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends, public holidays and during school holidays. The closed toilets are at:
- Carters Creek (Area 9)
- Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
- Haynes Flat (Area 32)
This does not apply to bookings. Where there are bookings, toilets will be open.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.
