Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 4.27pm

Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed

Many roads, fire trails and walking tracks in Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to infrastructure repairs, upgrades or damage caused by wet weather including subsidence, rockfalls, landslides and fallen trees.

Katoomba and Leura

• Prince Henry Cliff walk (part of Grand Clifftop walk) between Honeymoon lookout and Sequoia restaurant, Fern Bower track, Leura Forest, Dardanelles Pass and Federal Pass between Leura Forest and junction with Dardanelles Pass are all closed for a helicopter operation Thursday 17 September - weather permitting.
• Fern Bower track is closed for repairs until 30 October 2026. There is no access from Leura Cascades or Cliff Drive to Federal Pass via Fern Bower and Leura Forest.
• Amphitheatre track is closed for urgent repairs from Monday 14 to Friday 18 September.
• The northern access of Leura Cascades Track is closed to due to Council upgrades. Visitors should detour via Prince Henry Cliff Walk to access. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
• Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall hazards. (Visible bridge from Echo Point. Side route off Three Sisters Track and Giant Stairs).
• Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck fire trail) is closed to vehicles near Cliff Drive due to a road subsidence. There is no vehicle access to Golden Stairs trackhead. Walkers and cyclists are permitted.
• Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.
• Six Foot track is closed at the boundary to the Jenolan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve. Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (including the Caves Visitor Precinct) is closed until 31 December 2026. There is no access to the entire reserve during this time.  
• Mt Hay Road will be closed from 9 June to 17 December 2026 for fire trail upgrades. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.  
• No access to Fortress Ridge/Canyon, Butterbox track/Canyon, Mount Hay Summit track and Lockleys Pylon walking track from 9 June to 17 December to allow for upgrade works along Mt Hay.  

Wentworth Falls and Woodford  

• Part of National Pass (west of Wentworth Falls middle crossing) is closed due to a major landslide and ongoing risks.
• Wentworth Pass and Slack Stairs are closed due to elevated boardwalk repairs. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls routes. 
• Valley of the Waters is closed below Silvia Falls due rockfall hazards. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls.
• Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.

Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road 

• Govetts descent and parts of Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. Valley access from Blackheath is via Horse Track.  
• Dunphys campground, Galong Cabins and Green Gully Road are closed from the 12 October to 26 October while Green Gully Road works are in progress. There is no access to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclist during this time. There will be no access to the campground from Carlon Creek Track, Bellbird Ridge Fire trail, Ironmonger Track or Ironpot Track. Walkers will need to exit via Narrow Neck Trail.

Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing

Juggler (aka Point Pilcher) Canyon exit has been affected by a recent rockfall event. Canyoners should use caution and exit around the impact site.  

Some adventure recreation areas and routes may be closed where the access or exit road/track is mentioned above.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre.

Applies from Sun 13 Sep 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 3.29pm

Closed areas: Part of Goulburn River National park is closed for aerial shooting for feral animal control

Parts of Goulburn River NP are closed from 3pm, Sunday 13th of September to 5pm Friday 18th of September 2026 for Aerial shooting for feral animal control.

The closed areas include:

• Big River Campground
• Spring Gully Campground
• Drummers Flat
• Morrisons Flat
• Thompsons Flat 
• Mt Dangar Area 
• Merriwa River
• Tunnel Trail 

The Drip walking track remains open, but walkers should not travel off track down the river, from the lookout. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 6370 9000

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Goulburn River National Park
  • Big River campground
  • Big River drive
  • Spring Gully campground
  • Spring Gully drive

Applies from Tue 8 Sep 2026, 3.34pm to Fri 16 Oct 2026, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Sep 2026, 3.43pm

Safety alerts: Carne View Lookout, Birds Rock Trail works

/**/ Trail maintenance works are underway on Birds Rock Trail from September to October. Carne View lookout remains open. Please take care when using Birds Rock Trail, follow directions from workers and signage, and make yourself known before passing through active work areas.

For enquiries contact Kanangra Area office on (02) 6336 6200.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area
  • Broad Swamp to Birds Rock walking track
  • Carne View lookout

Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 12.22pm. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Sep 2026, 12.49pm

Other planned events: Detour in place for access to Hartley Historic Site

Hartley Historic Site is still open, however the Great Western Highway at Victoria Pass, Mount Victoria remains closed.

Please detour via Darling Causeway, Bell, and Lithgow, and allow an extra 45 minutes of travel time if travelling from Mount Victoria

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Hartley Historic Site

Applies from Wed 2 Sep 2026, 8.00am to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Sep 2026, 4.27pm

Closed areas: Goobang National Park - Spring Creek section (Wet and boggy conditions)

The Spring Gully Fire Trail and area of Goobang National Park is closed due to very wet and boggy conditions from Wednesday 2 September 2026 until further notice due to wet and boggy conditions. Trail is assessed weekly for reopening. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Central West Area office at Dubbo (02 6841 7109) or npws.centralwest@environment.nsw.gov.au

For other Local Government roads closure advice, please review Livetraffic.com

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• Goobang National Park

Applies from Sun 13 Sep 2026, 4.47pm to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Sep 2026, 8.53am

Closed areas: Part of Avisford NR is closed for aerial shooting for feral animal control

The Southern part of Avisford NR is closed 5pm, Sunday 13th of September to 5pm Friday 18th of September 2026 for Aerial shooting for feral animal control.

• The closed area includes Sawpit Gully trail and all areas south of that location.  
• Waterworks Gully trail remains open 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 6370 9000

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• Avisford Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 30 Apr 2026, 11.28am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Sep 2026, 4.32pm

Closed areas: Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area closures and partial closures

Several areas within Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area are closed or under traffic management due to ongoing roadworks and visitor infrastructure upgrades. These measures are in place to support public safety while new and improved visitor infrastructure is under development.
 

Forest Campground precinct

The area west of Glow Worm Tunnel Road, from Western Boundary Road to Fire Trail No. 1, is closed to support the development of a major new visitor precinct. New visitor infrastructure includes major road upgrades, a family-friendly campground, and cycling and walking experiences.

There is no public access to:

• Western Boundary Road
• Red Hill Road
• Camp Road
• Newnes Afforestation Camp
• All roads within the closed area, including access to the southern end of Carne Creek Canyon

Camping information

Bush camping is permitted at sites located more than 200 metres from park infrastructure, including walking tracks and lookouts.

Visitors are advised to plan ahead, check the NPWS website before travelling for the latest updates, and follow all on-site signage and directions.

For more information, please contact the Kanangra Area office:
Email: npws.Kanangra@environment.nsw.gov.au
Phone: (02) 6336 6200

Access restrictions are strictly enforced to support visitor safety, and penalties may apply for non-compliance.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 1 Sep 2026, 8.00am to Sun 28 Feb 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Sep 2026, 12.35pm

Other planned events: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program Mount Canobolas SCA

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in this park from Tuesday 1 September 2026 to Sunday 28 February 2027.

The operation will involve the use of CPE's containing 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Some red meat may also be used.

The program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock.

All baiting locations will be identified by signs.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and Reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity of the park and must not enter baiting locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Central West area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640 or send an email.

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• Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area

Applies from Sun 13 Sep 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 7.45am

Closed parks: Parts of Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve are closed for aerial shooting of feral animals

All remote areas of Munghorn Gap NR are closed form 5pm, Sunday 13th of September to 3pm Friday 18th of September 2026 for Aerial shooting for feral animal control.

• Castle Rocks Track remains open.
• All other tracks and areas are closed. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 6370 9000

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• Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Aug 2026, 8.01am

Safety alerts: Reduce speed and drive to conditions

As a result of wet weather in the area, some roads and trails have become impacted, leaving them washed out and/or under water for long periods of time. While they have dried out, access trails can still have rough surfaces and require maintenance. Please reduce speed, drive to conditions, and be aware of your surroundings. NPWS and contractor heavy plant and equipment may be working in the areas, and care should be taken if you come across them. 

For more information, contact the NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.

Affects 5 parks nearby. Show list

• Cobbora State Conservation Area
• Goonoo National Park
• Goonoo State Conservation Area
• Mogriguy National Park
• Sappa Bulga National Park

Applies from Sun 13 Sep 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 11.22am

Closed areas: Part of Mugii Murrum-ban SCA are closed for Aerial shooting for feral animal control

The Genowlan Messa is closed from 5pm, Sunday 13th of September to 5pm Friday 18th of September 2026 for Aerial shooting for feral animal control.

There will be no access to:

• Valley of the Dinosaurs
• The Genowlan Point Trail
• Pt Hatteras
• Diamond Mine
• Airly turret 

Airly Gap campground remains open 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 6370 9000

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• Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area

Applies from Sun 13 Sep 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 11.22am

Closed parks: Capertee National Park closed for Aerial pest control

Capertee NP is closed from 5pm, Sunday 13th of September to 3pm Friday 18th of September 2026 for Aerial shooting for feral animal control.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 6370 9000

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Capertee National Park

Applies from Mon 24 Aug 2026, 1.46pm to Sun 28 Feb 2027, 1.53pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Aug 2026, 1.55pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors from Tuesday 1 September 2026 to Sunday 28 February 2027. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will take place in Goobang 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 Dubbo NPWS Area office for more information on 02 6841 7100 or via email npws.centralwest@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Goobang National Park
  • Burrabadine walking track
  • Greenbah campground
  • Wanda Wandong campground

Applies from Sat 14 Mar 2026, 9.30am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Aug 2026, 10.28am

Closed areas: Galong Cabins closed

Galong Cabins are closed for 2026 due to maintenance upgrades.

For more information contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877.

Applies from Thu 6 Aug 2026, 11.59pm to Mon 28 Sep 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Sep 2026, 9.02am

Other planned events: Notice of HOGGONE Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from 10 August 2026 to 28 September 2026. The operation will use HOGGONE (sodium nitrate) poison for the control of feral pigs.

The program will take place in Goobang National Park.

The program is designed to minimise impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets and livestock are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Studies have shown low non–target uptake. Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. Livestock must be excluded from the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

This product contains peanuts and peanut oils and poses an allergy risk to those people with certain food allergies or sensitivity to peanuts.

Please contact the Dubbo NPWS Area office for more information on 02 6841 7100 or via email npws.centralwest@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.

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• Goobang National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Sep 2026, 12.00am to Sun 28 Feb 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sun 9 Aug 2026, 1.25pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) and fresh meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The 1080 bating program is ongoing and will continue to be conducted between 01 September 2026 and 28 February 2027 within Winburndale Nature Reserve. All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. Pets and working dogs may be affected and must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity of the nature reserve and must not enter the baiting location (as 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at Bathurst on (02) 6332 7640.

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• Winburndale Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 9 May 2022, 8.53am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Aug 2026, 2.24pm

Closed parks: Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve closed

Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve will remain closed to the public until late 2026 due to ongoing flood repairs and enhancements to visitor services and facilities.

The closure affects the entire reserve, including walking tracks, campgrounds, Arch Cottage, caves and trails.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4843 5976.

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• Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2026, 2.22pm to Sun 4 Oct 2026, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 12.28pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Gardens of Stone National Park from Monday 24th August – Sunday 6th September 2026.

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 NPWS area office for more information:

Mudgee 02 6370 9000

Oberon 02 6336 6200

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Gardens of Stone National Park
  • Baal Bone Gap picnic area
  • National trail: Crown Creek fire trail
  • The Newnes Plateau Cliffs

Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2026, 11.39am to Sun 4 Oct 2026, 12.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 12.03pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Avisford Nature Reserve (NR), Capertee National Park (NP), Gardens of Stone NP, Goulburn River NP, and Munghorn Gap NR, from Monday 24th August – Sunday 6th September 2026.

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 Mudgee NPWS area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 4 parks and 14 locations nearby. Show list

• Avisford Nature Reserve
• Capertee National Park
  • Capertee campground
  • Capertee Cottage
  • Capertee Homestead - 'Port Macquarie'
  • Capertee Woolshed ruins
  • Honeyeater Homestead
  • Policemans Point campground
  • Valley lookout
• Goulburn River National Park
  • Big River campground
  • Big River drive
  • Spring Gully campground
  • Spring Gully drive
  • The Drip walking track
• Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve
  • Castle Rocks walk
  • Moolarben picnic area

Applies from Mon 3 Aug 2026, 12.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Sep 2026, 8.51am

Safety alerts: Construction works at Bungleboori precinct

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Construction works are underway at the Bungleboori precinct from August to December 2026. Visitors should drive with caution, follow traffic control measures and be aware of construction vehicles and workers in the area.

The Bungleboori site is closed to visitors during construction. Temporary road closures may occur from mid September 2026 while intersection and road safety upgrades are completed.

Check the Gardens of Stone local alerts page for current access information. For enquiries contact Kanangra Area office on (02) 6336 6200.

Affects 1 park and 5 locations nearby. Show list

• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area
  • Broad Swamp loop walk
  • Broad Swamp to Birds Rock walking track
  • Carne View lookout
  • Lost City North lookout
  • Lost City walking track

Applies from Sat 1 Aug 2026, 12.35am to Mon 1 Feb 2027, 11.40pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Sep 2026, 4.47pm

Other planned events: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program for wild dog and fox control

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will be ongoing between 01 August 2026 and 01 February 2026 along management trails in Goonoo State Conservation Area & National Park, Breelong National Park, Cobbora State Conservation Area and Coolbaggie Nature Reserve .

Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.

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 should 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 please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.

Affects 3 parks and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Cobbora State Conservation Area
• Goonoo National Park
  • Rileys Dam picnic area
• Goonoo State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 18 Jul 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Jul 2026, 7.50am

Closed parks: Park closed for major infrastructure repairs and upgrades

Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (including the Visitor Precinct and walking tracks) is closed until 31st December 2026 while major infrastructure repairs and upgrades are underway.

There is no access to the Reserve or Jenolan Caves via the Six Foot Track.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Oberon NPWS office on 6336 6200.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Sat 12 Jul 2025, 1.48pm to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jul 2026, 7.47am

Other planned events: Weed Spraying

Maynggu Ganai Historic Site consist of three separate management precincts - locally referred to as the Government House Block, the Military Barracks Block and the Well Block. Please be advised that the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) undertakes regular and ongoing weed spraying operations across these three areas. These weed management works include (but are not limited too) spraying of all of the boundary and timber bollard fence lines and internal walking track routes with Roundup Biactive and Associate (being glyphosate and metsulfuron chemical products respectively). These works are conducted in order to; control exotic grasses and environmental weeds, assist with grounds maintenance activities such as mowing and improve the aesthetics of the site. In addition, NPWS staff then treat other emerging weeds on a cases by case basis, such as St Johns Wort using Grazon Extra.

For further information regarding this activity please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at either Dubbo on 02 6841 7100 or Bathurst on 02 6332 7640

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Maynggu Ganai Historic Site

Applies from Thu 20 Jul 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jan 2026, 3.52pm

Safety alerts: Haulage trucks using Old Bells Line of Rd

Haulage trucks are in operation along Old Bells Line of Rd between the park entrance near Chifley Road (Zig Zag Railway) and Clarence Sands during the following times:

• Monday to Friday: 04.00 to 18.00

• Saturday: 04.00 to 13.00

During these times road users are reminded to:

• drive with caution

• adhere to the speed limit of 40 km/hr

• listen for truck movements via UHF-11

If a UHF radio is unavailable, NPWS recommends to access the reserve via State Mine Gully Rd. For more information contact the Kanangra Area office on (02) 6336 6200.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 18 Feb 2020, 5.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jul 2026, 8.48am

Closed areas: Tramway trail closed to vehicles due to rockfall

Tramway trail in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area is closed to vehicles until further notice. The closure is due to a rockfall adjacent to the trail.

A geotechnical risk assessment has been undertaken.  Repairs to address safety issues need to be undertaken before reopening. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6370 9000.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 24 Dec 2020, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Aug 2026, 9.05am

Safety alerts: Drinking water in Capertee National Park

You'll need to bring your own water for drinking and cooking in Capertee National Park. Water supplied at Capertee Homestead and Capertee Cottage is untreated and only suitable for showering and washing dishes.

Campers at Capertee and Policemans Point campgrounds should not use water from Capertee River for drinking or cooking. 

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Capertee National Park
  • Capertee campground
  • Capertee Cottage
  • Capertee Homestead - 'Port Macquarie'
  • Policemans Point campground

Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Aug 2026, 8.48am

Other planned events: Marangaroo National Park

If you plan to stay at an NPWS campground after 1 June 2020 you'll need to make a booking first. This also applies to campgrounds that did not require bookings previously.

If you can't find your preferred campground on a webpage for Marangaroo National Park, please check this list of lesser-known campgrounds and make your booking.

If you're still unable to find your preferred campground phone 1300 072 757.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Marrangaroo National Park