Back to previous page

Jerrawangala National Park

Open, check current alerts 

Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Mon 23 February 2026, 11.55am

Applies from Mon 23 Feb 2026, 8.55am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 9.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Feb 2026, 11.55am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Dog and fox baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 2nd March 2026 to Monday 31st August 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in:

Bees Nest Nature Reserve

Colymea State Conservation Area

Conjola National Park

Jerrawangala National Park

Morton National Park

Murramarang National Park

Parma Creek Nature Reserve

 

The program is 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.

Please contact the local Shoalhaven Area office for more information: Nowra 02 44286300,  Ulladulla 02 44549500

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 3.32pm

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

  • Katoomba Kiosk Reserve, Reids Plateau and Round Walk east are closed to due to Council upgrades. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Access to Furber Stairs is available from the western side of the Round Walk via Vanimans Lookout.
  • 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. 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 Tuesday 9th June to Thursday 17 December 2026 for Fire Trail upgrades. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.
  • Ultra Trail Australia trail running event will be held from Thursday 14 May to Sunday 17 May 2026 across Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls. Please expect minor delays and heavier than normal traffic. Drive safely and follow the directions of event organisers and NPWS staff.

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.
  • Princes Rock walking track is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026. Princes Rock lookout is however accessible from Overcliff/Undercliff track.
  • Fletchers lookout is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026.
  • Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
  • Evans St extension fire trail will be closed from Monday March 2 to Friday May 15 for road maintenance. There will be increased truck movements on Blaxland Road in Wentworth Falls and Evans Lookout Road in Blackheath.
  • Ultra Trail Australia trail running event will be held from Thursday 14 May to Sunday 17 May 2026 across Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls. Please expect minor delays and heavier than normal traffic. Drive safely and follow the directions of event organisers and NPWS staff.

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

  • Green Gully precinct including Dunphys Campground and Galong Cabins is closed for road upgrade works until 2 June 2026 (weather dependent). This means there is no access to the K-2-K, Iron Pot Route, Breakfast Creek, Ironmonger Route or Bellbird Ridge Fire Trail. 
  • Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and part of the walking track are closed. For more information visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).
  • Govetts descent and parts of Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. Valley access from Blackheath is via Horse Track.

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 Tue 12 May 2026, 11.30am to Fri 5 Jun 2026, 5.31pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 11.44am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an aerial baiting program using fresh meat containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be conducted between Monday 1 and Friday 5 June 2026. Affected parks and reserves include:

  • Bees Nest Nature Reserve
  • Budawang National Park
  • Bungonia National Park
  • Bungonia State Conservation Area
  • Deua National Park
  • Gourock National Park
  • Monga National Park
  • Morton National Park
  • Morton State Conservation Area
  • South East Forest National Park
  • Wadbilliga National Park

All baiting locations will be 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.

For more information, contact the South Coast Branch Pest Officer at the NPWS Merimbula office on (02) 6495 5000.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Affects 7 parks nearby. Show list

Applies from Wed 13 May 2026, 7.00am to Fri 22 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 10.13am

Closed areas: Old Burrier and Yalwal Creek Roads Closed

Old Burrier Road and Yalwal Creek Road in Morton National Park are closed for roadworks from Wednesday 13 May to Friday 22 May 2026.

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

Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list

Applies from Mon 11 May 2026, 4.00pm to Sat 20 Jun 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 3.32pm

Other planned events: Notice of Night - Time Fox Ground Shooting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a night - time ground shooting program for fox control around Lake Wollumboola from Thursday 14 May to Friday 19 June 2026.

 

The operation will occur around Lake Wollumboola and surrounding areas and will be undertaken by qualified NPWS shooters in accordance with approved NPWS shoot plans. Shooting activities will take place at night on select evenings only. The program aims to protect nesting shorebirds by reducing fox predation.

Ground shooting will not occur during school holidays, weekends, or public holidays.

 

Access tracks, lake and beach entrances to the shoot area will be temporarily closed and signposted prior to shooting operations. Members of the public must not enter closed areas during shooting periods.

Ground Shooting will not take place during school holidays or on weekends or public holidays.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For further information, please contact the Shoalhaven NPWS park office on (02) 4428 6300.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

Applies from Mon 11 May 2026, 9.00am to Mon 18 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 12.23pm

Other planned events: Roadworks on Wattle Trail

Roadworks will be underway on Wattle Trail from Monday 11 May to Tuesday 12 May 2026. The road will be closed to the public during this time. After works are complete the road may be uneven and slippery. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs, contractors and NPWS staff.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

Applies from Wed 6 May 2026, 8.54am to Fri 12 Jun 2026, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 May 2026, 9.01am

Closed parks: Park closed weekdays for aerial pest control operation

The following reserves are closed from 6am, Monday 1 June to 7pm, Friday 12 June 2026 for an aerial pest control operation.

* Nattai National Park

* Nattai State Conservation Area

* Burragorang State Conservation Area (Burragorang Lookout will be open on weekends and public holidays)

* Joadja Nature Reserve

* Jellore Flora Reserve

* Wollondilly River Nature Reserve

* Bangadilly National Park

* Guula Ngurra National Park

* Mt Penang Part 11 lands

* Upper Nepean SCA including Stage 2 lands (North of the Tourist Road)

* Barrallier WaterNSW freehold lands

 

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

Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 May 2026, 11.03am

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 July 28 2025 to August 01 2026 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.

Affects 4 parks nearby. Show list

Applies from Sun 17 May 2026, 2.52pm to Fri 22 May 2026, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 May 2026, 10.57am

Closed parks: Parks closed for aerial and ground pest control operations

The following parks are closed from 4pm, Sunday 17 May to 5.30pm, Friday 22 May 2026 for an aerial and ground pest control operation:

  • Abercrombie River National Park and State Conservation Area
  • Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve
  • Mares Forest
  • Turon National Park
  • Kanangra Boyd National Park
  • Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve
  • Yerranderrie State Conservation Area

Yerranderie Regional Park and the Oberon-Colong Stock Route remain open.

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

Applies from Mon 11 May 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2026, 12.28pm

Closed areas: Wog Wog closed for precinct upgrades

The Wog Wog campground and carpark of Morton National Park is closed for facility upgrades from Monday 11 May 2026 to Thursday 11 June 2026.

Access to the western end of Scenic Rim Walking Track will also be affected whilst upgrade works are undertaken.

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

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

Applies from Tue 12 May 2026, 7.00am to Fri 30 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 3.32pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Dog and fox baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from the 12th May 2026 to Friday 30th October 2026 in Budawang National Park. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals including wild dogs and foxes.

 

The program is 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.

 

Please contact the local Shoalhaven Area office for more information: Nowra 02 44286300, Ulladulla 02 44549500

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

Applies from Mon 13 Apr 2026, 6.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 8.36am

Other planned events: Notice of Night - Time Fox Ground Shooting Program

/**/

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) advises that night‑time ground shooting of foxes may occur at the following locations to protect shorebirds:

  • Buckleys Beach including Narrawallee Spit (Narrawallee Creek Nature Reserve)
  • Monument Beach (Conjola National Park)

Fox control will be undertaken by qualified NPWS shooters in accordance with approved NPWS shoot plans at night‑time between Wednesday 22 April and Friday 29 May 2026. Shooting will occur on select nights only during this period.

Access tracks and beach entrances will be temporarily closed and signposted prior to shooting operations. The public must not enter closed areas during shooting periods.

Ground shooting will not take place during school holidays, weekends, or public holidays.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the Shoalhaven NPWS park office on (02) 4428 6300.

Affects 2 parks and 3 locations nearby. Show list

Applies from Wed 22 Apr 2026, 6.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 8.36am

Other planned events: Notice of Night - Time Fox Ground Shooting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a night - time ground shooting program for fox control on Comerong Island beach from Wednesday 22 April to Friday 29 May 2026.

/**/

The operation will occur on Comerong Island Beach and surrounding areas and will be undertaken by qualified NPWS shooters in accordance with approved NPWS shoot plans. Shooting activities will take place at night on select evenings only. The program aims to protect nesting shorebirds by reducing fox predation.

Ground shooting will not occur during school holidays, weekends, or public holidays.

/**/

Access tracks and beach entrances will be temporarily closed and signposted prior to shooting operations. Members of the public must not enter closed areas during shooting periods.

Ground Shooting will not take place during school holidays or on weekends or public holidays.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For further information, please contact the Shoalhaven NPWS park office on (02) 4428 6300.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

Applies from Thu 9 Apr 2026, 2.48pm to Sun 31 May 2026, 2.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 May 2026, 9.50am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (KCR), Kanangra-Boyd NP and Mares Forest NP from Monday 20th April – Sunday 3rd May 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 Oberon NPWS area office for more information on 02 6336 6200.

Applies from Thu 2 Jul 2020, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Mar 2026, 10.22am

Other incidents: Minnamurra Rainforest Centre may close at short notice

Minnamurra Rainforest Centre 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. 

Other areas within Budderoo National Park can also close at short notice due to severe weather conditions.

For more information, please phone the centre on 02 4236 0469.

Affects 1 park and 5 locations nearby. Show list

Applies from Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 12.04pm

Closed areas: Hoddles Track walking track is closed due to dangerous track conditions and fallen trees

Hoddles Walking Track in Barren Grounds Nature Reserve is closed due to dangerous track conditions and fallen trees.

The track will remain closed to the public until works on the track can be completed. As soon as the track is declared safe and can be re-opened, the NPWS website will be updated.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 4887 8244 or npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

Applies from Mon 23 Mar 2026, 9.00am to Fri 26 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 12.04pm

Closed areas: Areas closed for ground shooting for feral animal control

Areas of Budderoo National Park are closed between 5:00pm Monday and 09:00am Friday from 23rd March to 26th June 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control. The closed areas are:

  • Douglas Creek Trail
  • Powerlines trail east of Carrington Falls
  • Knights Hill precinct

 

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, foxes and feral cats will be targeted if observed during the operation.

 

This operation will involve night time ground shooting only. The park closure is between 5pm - 9am Monday to Friday during this time.

 

Ground Shooting will not take place during school holidays or on weekends or public holidays. For NSW school holiday dates, see NSW school holidays | NSW Government

 

Park closure warning signs will be placed at entrances to the shooting area. Do not enter the closed area during shooting periods.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the Illawarra-Highlands area office on (02) 4887 8244 or email npws.illawarrahighlands@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

Applies from Mon 23 Feb 2026, 8.55am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 9.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Feb 2026, 11.55am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Dog and fox baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 2nd March 2026 to Monday 31st August 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in:

Bees Nest Nature Reserve

Colymea State Conservation Area

Conjola National Park

Jerrawangala National Park

Morton National Park

Murramarang National Park

Parma Creek Nature Reserve

 

The program is 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.

Please contact the local Shoalhaven Area office for more information: Nowra 02 44286300,  Ulladulla 02 44549500

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Affects 6 parks nearby. Show list

Applies from Sat 2 Dec 2023, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Feb 2026, 11.52am

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.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

Applies from Fri 18 Jul 2025, 5.36pm to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 8.36am

Closed areas: Tallowa Dam Road Closed

The end of Tallowa Dam Road in Morton National Park is currently closed due to cracks which have developed after multiple heavy rain events, creating the potential for a landslide. The closure is located approximately 1.5km east of Tallowa Dam crest.

There is no public access to Tallowa Dam. Paddlers must exit the lake at Beehive Point or Bendeela.

For continued safety and risk management of the site, the road will remain closed to the public until late 2026. The road will be reopened when the remediation works are completed. This work is being managed by National Parks and Wildlife Service and we will update this message when we have more information.

For more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

Applies from Thu 1 Jan 2026, 6.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.45am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Apr 2026, 7.15pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 1 January 2026 to Tuesday 30 June 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and/or foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and will take place in:

  • Araluen Nature Reserve
  • Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
  • Beowa National Park
  • Berlang State Conservation Area
  • Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve
  • Bournda National Park
  • Bournda Nature Reserve
  • Coolumbooka Nature Reserve
  • Deua National Park
  • Eurobodalla National Park
  • Kooraban National Park
  • Majors Creek State Conservation Area
  • Mimosa Rocks National Park
  • Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
  • South East Forest National Park
  • Wadbilliga National Park

Signs will be placed at the entry to 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 Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list

Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 9.24am

Safety alerts: Bungonia Gorge - Occasional high water

Whilst there is continuing rainfall periodically in Bungonia National Park, the Bungonia Creek water level may at times be higher than normal.

If you're planning to undertake the Red walking track or any activities within Bungonia Gorge, please assess water levels before continuing through the Bungonia Slot Canyon. If in doubt, turn back. Do not enter flood waters. Report conditions via the park register book on-site.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

Applies from Wed 21 Sep 2022, 1.08pm to Fri 17 Jul 2026, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2026, 10.10am

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 16 January to Thursday 16 July 2026.

The program targets target foxes in the Carrington Falls, Budderoo Plateau, Knights Hill and Barren Grounds areas. Bait stations are located on NPWS estate and Crown road reserves with permissions. Both buried baits and Canid Pest Ejectors are used in this program.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, particularly the threatened species within these areas.

1080 baiting signs are at all entries to the baiting location. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. 

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.

Affects 2 parks and 14 locations nearby. Show list

Applies from Thu 3 Jul 2025, 11.17am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 8.54am

Closed areas: George Boyd Picnic Area Toilet Closed due to storm damage

The Toilet at George Boyd Picnic area is closed, due to damage from storms.

The picnic area, lookout and walking tracks remain open

 

For more information contact the local NPWS office: 44549500

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

Applies from Tue 22 Apr 2025, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 9.02am

Closed areas: Jerrara Lookout Closure

Jerrara Lookout and associated access path will be closed from Tuesday the 22nd of April until works are completed.

The Green Track will still be accessible throughout this time.

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

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Mar 2026, 2.53pm

Closed areas: Access to base of Belmore Falls prohibited

All access to the base of Belmore Falls is permanently closed as there is a risk of falling from the cliff edge and severe injury or death. This includes access 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. 

There is limited mobile phone reception in this area. You may not be able to call for help if you need it and access for emergency services is difficult. 

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.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

Applies from Tue 16 Apr 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 2.26pm

Safety alerts: Cycling Hazards in Conjola National Park

Cycle routes in Conjola National Park may currently be unsuitable for some cyclists due to recent roadworks. There are many sections of large ballast rock that have been used in boggy areas that may be difficult for cyclists to negotiate. It is hoped these will silt up over time and be more suitable for cyclists.

Take care and cycle safely

For more information, contact the local NPWS office

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

Applies from Thu 14 May 2020, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Mar 2026, 12.29pm

Closed areas: Spring Creek Canyon closed due to rockfalls

Spring Creek Canyon in Bungonia State Conservation Area is closed due to rockfalls in the area.

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

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 1.41pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 Mar 2026, 9.07am

Closed areas: Penance Grove Boardwalk & Walking Track Closed Permanently

Due to extensive damage to infrastructure and trees during the 2019/2020 fires, the Penance Grove Boardwalk and Walking Track have been permanently closed.  Any reference to these areas on third party websites is old content and now incorrect.  Due to the extent of damage and complete loss of all infrastructure, there are currently no plans to reinstate the area.

 

The Corn Trail walking track, Dasyurus picnic area and Mongarlowe River picnic area all remain available. 

 

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jan 2026, 1.15pm

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.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

Applies from Tue 10 Nov 2020, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 10.26am

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.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/jerrawangala-national-park/local-alerts

Contact

See more visitor info

Emergency services

For all NSW fires visit the Rural Fire Service

For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

View all alerts for NSW

Why create an account?

  • Create lists of your next adventures
  • Get closure alerts by email
  • Save your personal info to make it fast and easy to fill in trip intention forms
  • And more features coming soon