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Jilliby State Conservation Area

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 2.47pm

Applies from Sat 17 May 2025, 6.00pm to Sat 24 May 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 2.47pm.

Safety alerts: Flood risk warning

Forecast heavy rainfall may cause flooding of areas in Watagans, Brisbane Water and Wyrrabalong National Parks and Munmorah and Jilliby State Conservation Areas.

Creek crossings may become impassable with fast flowing water and increased water levels following heavy rainfall.

People planning to visit these parks are urged to check for closures, emergency warnings and severe weather updates from the Bureau of Meteorology and State Emergency Service before heading out.

Remember, it’s never safe to walk, ride or drive through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4320 4200.

Applies from Mon 13 Jan 2025, 5.02pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.03pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 10.21am.

Safety alerts: Road Maintenance

Fire trail maintenance works will be undertaken at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area from January until June 2025. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage. Take care and drive to conditions.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 49729000.

Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 11.15am.

Closed areas: Muirs Lookout Picnic Area - Closed

Muirs Lookout Picnic Area on Prickly Ridge Road has been closed due to ageing infrastructure, obstructed lookout views to the coast and very low public visitation. Alternative picnic facilities are located nearby in Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park. Further information on other places to visit can be obtained via the NPWS or Forestry Corporation websites. 

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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 11.15am.

Safety alerts: Prickly Ridge Road 4WD only

The section of Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.

To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.  

For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Wed 21 May 2025, 11.10am to Fri 6 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 11.44am

Closed areas: Crackneck Point Lookout and Crackneck Carpark CLOSED for Helicopter Operations for Wyrrabalong Coast Track maintenance

Helicopter Operations and Truck Deliveries will be carried out at Crackneck Point Lookout in Wyrrabalong National Park from 29th May to 6th June. During this time, the following areas will be closed for the following periods:

  • Hilltop Street south from the Yaruga st intersection (29th-30th May)
  • Crackneck Point Lookout (3rd and 5th June)
  • Crackneck Point Lookout Carpark (29th-30th May, and 3rd-5th June)

These dates are subject to weather and may change.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 4972 9000.

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Applies from Wed 12 Feb 2025, 9.10am to Fri 23 May 2025, 9.11am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 9.05am

Closed areas: Geebung Walking Track closed for upgrade maintenance works

Geebung walking track is closed from Tuesday 11 February until Friday 23 May 2025 for upgrade maintenance works.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000.

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Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 8.48am to Thu 22 May 2025, 5.49pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 9.02am

Closed areas: Frazer Campground closed due to flooding

Frazer campground is closed until Thursday 22 May due to forecast torrential rain, high winds and high risk of road causeway flooding.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local NPWS office. 

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Applies from Mon 19 May 2025, 9.13am to Fri 23 May 2025, 9.14am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 9.31am

Closed areas: Areas closed due to Flooding

The following parts of Munmorah State Conservation Area are closed from 19/5/2025 due to flooding on the causeway and roads. Closures are in place until further notice: 

flooding:

  • Campbell Drive closed from the junction at Blue Wren Drive
  • Frazer Beach picnic and camping areas
  • Wybung Head
  • Snapper Point precinct
  • Palms Picnic Area

Remember, it’s never safe to walk, ride or drive through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

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

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Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 12.22pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 12.23pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 12.24pm

Closed areas: Quarry Fire Trail closed for maintenance upgrade works

Quarry Fire Trail will be closed from Wednesday 02 April 2025 for maintenance upgrade works.

This closure will be in effect until works are complete. They have been delayed due to the recent wet weather.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000.

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Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 9.01am. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 9.07am

Safety alerts: Munmorah SCA

Campbell Drive will have a high potential of causeway flooding over the next few weeks with the forecast of high rainfall.

Motorists are advised to drive with caution and not to drive through flood waters.

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Applies from Thu 15 May 2025, 4.29pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 3.59pm

Closed areas: Gap Creek and Bangalow Campground Closures

Bangalow and Gap Creek campgrounds will be closed between 19th May - 23rd May 2025 to facilitate maintenance work. Signs will be in place around closed areas. You can still access Gap Creek carpark and the Gap Creek Falls walking track during this time.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast Area Office on 4972 9000. 

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Applies from Sat 17 May 2025, 6.00pm to Sat 24 May 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 3.07pm

Closed areas: Part Great North Walk closed due to flooding

The following sections of the Great North Walk are closed from 6pm Saturday 17 May to 8am Saturday 24 May 2025 due to forecast flooding:

  • Great North Walk between Karool Road, Mooney Mooney Creek to Reservoir Road, Somersby
  • Great North Walk between Rifle Range Fire Trail and Tommos Loop Fire Trail

Creek crossings may become impassable with fast flowing water and increased water levels following heavy rainfall.

People planning to visit Brisbane Water National Park are urged to check for closures, emergency warnings and severe weather updates from the Bureau of Meteorology and State Emergency Service before heading out.

Remember, it’s never safe to walk, ride or drive through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

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

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Applies from Sat 17 May 2025, 6.00pm to Sat 24 May 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 3.03pm

Closed areas: Piles Creek Loop Walking Track closed due to flooding

Piles Creek Loop walking track is closed from 6pm Saturday 17 May to 8am Saturday 24 May 2025 due to forecast flooding:

Creek crossings may become impassable with fast flowing water and increased water levels following heavy rainfall.

People planning to visit Brisbane Water National Park are urged to check for closures, emergency warnings and severe weather updates from the Bureau of Meteorology and State Emergency Service before heading out.

Remember, it’s never safe to walk, ride or drive through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

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

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Applies from Sat 17 May 2025, 6.00pm to Sat 24 May 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 2.47pm

Safety alerts: Flood risk warning

Forecast heavy rainfall may cause flooding of areas in Watagans, Brisbane Water and Wyrrabalong National Parks and Munmorah and Jilliby State Conservation Areas.

Creek crossings may become impassable with fast flowing water and increased water levels following heavy rainfall.

People planning to visit these parks are urged to check for closures, emergency warnings and severe weather updates from the Bureau of Meteorology and State Emergency Service before heading out.

Remember, it’s never safe to walk, ride or drive through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4320 4200.

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Applies from Sun 11 May 2025, 5.51pm to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 5.51pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 6.00pm

Safety alerts: Major roadworks in Sugarloaf State Conservation Area

Major roadworks are ongoing in Sugarloaf State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent road closures should be expected.

Visitors are asked to avoid the area (if possible). Otherwise, please be aware of trucks and machinery working on roads within Sugarloaf SCA and to drive to the conditions.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Lower Hunter Area Office on 02 4946 4100.

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Applies from Fri 2 May 2025, 4.31pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.32pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 May 2025, 4.41pm

Closed areas: Road reseal project - partial road closures

Road reseal project will result in partial road closers and delays through the park.

This will be in effect for the duration of works. Starting 10 May 2025 until 30 June 2025

Your patience during this time will be appreciated.

Further questions can be directed to the local area office on 4972 9000.

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Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 2.31pm to Sun 29 Jun 2025, 2.31pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.47am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

W National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Dharug National Park (NP), Koolewong Flora Reserve (FR), Manobalai Nature Reserve (NR), Parr State Conservation Area (SCA), Wollemi FR, Wollemi SCA, Yengo NP from Monday 19th May – Sunday 1st June 2025.

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 Bulga NPWS area office for more information on 02 6574 5555

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Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 8.00am to Fri 25 Jul 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.11am

Closed areas: Track Repairs and Temporary Closures

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be undertaking repairs to The Coast Track between Crackneck Point Lookout and Wyrrabalong Lookout between the 28th April 2025 to 2nd July 2025.

The track will need to be closed to the public for a period between these dates while works are undertaken to ensure the safety of visitors.

The track repairs will focus on eroded sections of the track by repairing the track surface, demolishing and replacing retaining walls, and improving drainage to enhance visitor safety, reduce maintenance, and minimise erosional impacts on the surrounding environment.

For further information please contact the NPWS Central Coast Area Office on 4972 9000.

 

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Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Apr 2025, 12.30pm

Closed areas: Partial closure Piles Creek Loop Walking Track

Part of Piles Creek Loop Walking Track is closed while rockfall investigations and mitigation works are undertaken.

The closed area is between the suspension bridge and Bundilla Lookout on the western side of Piles Creek.

Areas that will remain open are:

  • Piles Creek Loop Walking Track on the eastern side of Piles Creek 
  • Access to the Great North Walk from Girrakool Picnic Area 
  • Bundilla Lookout 

Barriers and signage are in place around the closed area.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.

 

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Applies from Mon 31 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Fri 29 Aug 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 8.31am

Closed areas: Area closed for conservation works

Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 31 March to Friday 29 August 2025 while conservation works are being undertaken on Devine's Hill. The closed areas are:

  • Devine's Hill section of the Old Great North Walk

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Signage installed on closed section. For more information, contact the Wollemi - Yengo Area Office - (02) 6574 5555.

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Applies from Fri 19 Jul 2024, 10.21am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.21am. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Mar 2025, 2.02pm

Closed areas: Gap Creek Forest Walk Part Closed Due to Landslip and Rockfall Risk

Gap Creek Forest Walk is part closed due to the risk of landslip and rockfall.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast office on 02 4972 9000

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Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 11.17am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 11.15am

Closed areas: Brieses fire trail partial closure

The section of Brieses fire trail between Mooney Mooney Creek and Old Mooney Dam trail is closed until further notice due to a landslip, making it unsafe for vehicles.

Signs are in place around closed areas. This area will re-open as soon as it is safe and repair works have been completed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.

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Applies from Wed 5 Mar 2025, 10.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 8.36am

Closed areas: Area closed for maintenance

Some parts of this park are closed for essential track and trail maintenance from Wednesday 5 March to 30 June 2025. The closed areas are:

- Emerald Pool

- Mount Olive lookout

- Mount Olive trail

- Ironbark picnic area

- Hominy Creek walking track

- 248 trail

- Pipeline trail

- informal walking tracks leading into Popran National Park west of Popran Creek. Includes Glenworth South Horse Track and Mailmans Walking Track

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4320 4200.

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Applies from Tue 28 Jan 2025, 9.22am to Wed 7 Apr 2027, 9.23am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 1.55pm

Closed areas: Pink Caves - closed to the public

Pink Caves are closed to visitors because they are extremely unsafe to visit.

The caves are filled with water at high tide. Even at low tide they can be dangerous, as the ocean swell sends unpredictable waves sweeping into the caves and across the rock shelf. Sudden rogue waves can cause serious injury and may drag visitors across the rocks or out to sea.

There is no lifeguard service in this area and access for emergency services is limited. There’s no approved walking track to this location. Access to the caves involves walking over a rock shelf which is slippery, uneven and dangerous.

Visitors should take care when traversing all rock shelves and coastal areas located within Munmorah State Conservation Area.

For further information call the NPWS Local Area office on 02 4972 9000.

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Applies from Mon 7 Nov 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Sat 1 Mar 2025, 1.09pm

Closed areas: Timber Beach and Timber Beach walking track are CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC

Timber Beach walking track is permanently CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. This area has high coastal risks and is extremely hazardous. This closure is in place to keep the public safe. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the local NPWS office on 49729000

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Applies from Tue 21 May 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 8.35am

Closed areas: Warrah Trig Road closed to vehicles

Warrah Trig Road is closed to vehicles due to an increase in illegal activities throughout the area.

The road will remain closed until investigations are completed and further recommendations are made.

The road is open to pedestrians and cyclists.

 

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

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Applies from Thu 29 Feb 2024, 11.44am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 11.48am

Other planned events: Temporary access closures to trails at Middle Camp - Catherine Hill Bay - Munmorah State Conservation Area for external developer construction works.

Middle Camp DA/2238/2017 - has begun works in the Catherine Hill Bay area adjacent to lands managed by Munmorah State Conservation Area. These works due to the location now has temporary closures to access trails for Munmorah SCA. This is necessary for the contractor managing this development in order to maintain a safe construction site and public safety.

NPWS apologises for the inconvenience and are unable to provide alternate access.

This temporary closure affects: 

  1. Collier fire trail
  2. Powerline fire trail and 
  3. Middle Camp fire trail

Please be advised that these closures will not stop access to fire vehicles in emergencies and does not cause a safety concern.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000.

 

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Applies from Tue 7 Oct 2014, 1.53pm to Thu 7 Oct 2027, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Apr 2025, 10.21am

Closed areas: Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area closed

Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area are closed for approved underground mining operations. The affected areas (see map) have been closed to protect visitor safety, because they're subject to subsidence and remediation activities from the mining operations.

Great North walk remains open. An update will be provided should this situation change.

If you're visiting the park, please be aware of subsidence and pollution incidents that took place in 2013, which were greater than what was expected from normal mining operations. These included a cliff fall in the north, and a subsidence and grout leak incident in the central part of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area.

If you're planning to visit the park during this time, please stay on formed tracks and trails and observe all barriers, warning signs and safety messages. Areas subject to possible cliff fall or subsidence in both areas of the park are clearly marked.

For more information, call the NPWS Lower Hunter area office on 02 4946 4100. NSW National Parks safety page.

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Applies from Wed 3 Aug 2022, 10.43am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 9.27am

Safety alerts: Rock fishing safety

Rock fishing is a popular activity for many national park visitors and your safety whilst fishing is important. Parts of the NSW Central Coast are a declared high risk area due to large swells and hazardous surf conditions. In these high risk areas under the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016, you are required by law to wear an appropriate life jacket. This includes children and anyone helping you fish. This is regulated by NSW Fisheries and poses an on the spot $100 fine if non-compliant.

Before rock fishing you should always:

Stay safe, always watch the local conditions, never turn your back on the ocean and never fish alone.

If you’re in doubt don’t go out.

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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/jilliby-state-conservation-area/local-alerts

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