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Applies from Tue 28 Nov 2023, 12.00pm to Mon 11 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Nov 2023, 12.08pm
Bombala Walking Track in Glenrock State Conservation Area will be closed for essential Track Maintenance from Monday 4 December 2023 to Monday11 December 2023
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100
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Applies from Tue 28 Nov 2023, 9.36am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Nov 2023, 9.39am
NPWS are undertaking wild dog/dingo trapping in southern areas of Booti Booti National Park. Please don't disturb cage traps.
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Applies from Wed 21 Jun 2023, 12.10am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Nov 2023, 7.12am
De Luge Mountain bike track will be closed until the 22nd December to enable the:
Measures will be in place during this time to limit disruption to park users as much as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100.
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Applies from Fri 4 Mar 2022, 10.56am to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 10.25am. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Nov 2023, 8.55am
Williams Top Road has been closed by Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) due to a landslip. The closure affects access to the following areas in this park:
For more information on the closure visit the FCNSW website. The road re-opening date is not known at this stage.
Alternate access via Chichester State Forest (Allyn River Rd) may be available but is subject to flooding and varied road conditions.
For information on access to visitor sites in Barrington Tops National Park contact the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Centre on 02 4992 2212.
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Applies from Tue 14 Dec 2021, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 10.36am
Box Beach carpark is closed to vehicles from 10pm to 5am daily. The gate will be locked during these times.
The Box Beach access road is also closed to vehicles during this period.
A fee will be charged for vehicles exiting after 10pm. Please call Certis Security on 1300 370 145 for assistance. For more information, please contact the local Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Tue 31 Oct 2023, 1.43pm to Fri 1 Dec 2023, 1.44pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Nov 2023, 9.35am
Hunter Wetlands National Park - Ash Island - Cobbans Bridge over Cobbans Creek - will be closed until further notice due to repairs.
Do not use this area, remain safe, and follow any instructions from NPWS staff.
For further information please ring your local NPWS Office on 02 4946 4100
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Applies from Mon 30 Oct 2023, 8.17am to Fri 19 Jan 2024, 11.22am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Nov 2023, 10.30am
Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Hunter Wetlands National Park at Ash Island from 30 October 2023 to 18 January 2024.
The operation will use1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
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 NPWS Lower Area Office NPWS for more information on 4946 4100
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Applies from Thu 5 Oct 2023, 9.48am to Thu 29 Feb 2024, 9.49am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Nov 2023, 4.28pm
Most of the public-accessible 4WD trails in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area have now re-opened, after the annual season closure period.
However, the following 4WD trails remain closed, due to trail conditions:
This closure does not effect public vehicle access to the Barrington Tops plateau campgrounds.
Walkers and mountain bikers are still permitted to utilise the trail while it is closed to public vehicles.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Wed 4 Oct 2023, 2.30pm to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 5 Nov 2023, 10.17am
Pedestrian access may be changed on Tomaree Coastal Walk between southern Fingal Bay Beach and Barry Park from October to December 2023, while landslip repair works are undertaken by Port Stephens Council on Marine Drive.
Pedestrian conditions and detours may change during works. Please walk safely and follow the directions of signs and workers at the site. For more information, check the Port Stephens Council website.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2023, 12.00am to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Oct 2023, 2.00pm
Corrie Island Nature Reserve is closed from Friday 22 September 2023 to Sunday 31 March 2024 for the protection of beach-nesting shorebirds.
Corrie Island is an important breeding site for endangered little terns and pied oystercatchers. The island is closed to visitors for the duration of the nesting season to reduce disturbance that can cause egg or chick deaths.
During the closure period visitors may not land anywhere on Corrie Island, and only NPWS staff and authorised volunteers are allowed on the island. Pest control activities may be undertaken on the island during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email us or call the local park office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Tue 3 Oct 2023, 10.00am to Fri 1 Dec 2023, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Nov 2023, 12.39pm
Stewart and Lloyds campground is closed from Tuesday 3 October to Thursday 30 November 2023 for wildlife management. Do not enter the area during this closure. Fines apply.
For more information, contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2023, 9.42am to Fri 22 Dec 2023, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Nov 2023, 11.41am
Parts of Hunter Wetlands (Tomago Precinct) National Park will be closed within a date range of 1700 (5pm) Thursday 12th October 2023 to 0700am Friday 22 December 2023 for deer control shoot operations preventing localised economic impacts and protecting Threatened Ecological Communities within the park.
When active the shoot operation area will be signposted advising visitors “do not enter” at any time during the night time operation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, call the local park office on 02 4946 4100 or email npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Sun 17 Sep 2023, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Nov 2023, 7.31pm
Sandy Point trail is closed to non-authorised vehicles until further notice due to vandalism.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Wed 10 May 2023, 9.00am to Tue 14 May 2024, 2.01pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 6.36pm
Ocean Rocks track on Tomaree Head is closed beyond the picnic area from Monday 8 May 2023 until further notice.
This track has a highly unstable landslip. Please do not use this track under any circumstances.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Tue 27 Dec 2022, 12.56pm to Mon 2 Dec 2024, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 6.33pm
The boardwalk between Tamboi trail and Brambles Green campground is closed due to flood damage.
You'll need to follow the detour on Mungo track at Mungo Brush. Please follow the walking track to the beach and then walk south for 4km. Take the slashed management trail which connects the beach to Mungo Brush Road to re-join Mungo track route.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please call Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 4.02pm
Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while Little Mountain Road is being repaired. The road is impassable.
Barricades are in place around the closed areas. Tattersalls campground and Double Wharf picnic area remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 1 Jun 2023, 2.55pm to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 4.03pm. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Aug 2023, 4.04pm
Hickson Street walking track has structural damage, at the beach interface, as a result of recent coastal erosion and weather events.
Please take care and proceed with caution when in the area. For more information, contact the NPWS Lower Hunter area office on 02 4946 4100
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Applies from Tue 25 Oct 2022, 3.17pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Nov 2023, 2.51pm
Little River trail in Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park is closed until further notice due to significant storm damage. NPWS is working on repairing the damage as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 8 Jun 2023, 6.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 10.32am
Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Drews Road in Wallaroo State Forest is closed while damage to a bridge is being repaired.
The Common picnic area is still accessible by 4WD only, from Limeburners Creek Road via Callaghans Trail and Lone Pine Rd.
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Applies from Wed 31 May 2023, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 1.19pm
Beach driving conditions remain variable due to changing swell, tides and weather conditions. Drivers are advised to exercise caution when driving and to check conditions before travel.
Please remember to:
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over the frontal dune or any vegetation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 from 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
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Applies from Fri 17 Dec 2021, 7.22pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Nov 2023, 10.39am
Wallingat campground access is off The Lakes Way via Sugar Creek Road and River Road. Do not use Barbies Road or Link Road which are inaccessible to vehicles.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 9 Mar 2023, 3.25pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Nov 2023, 8.59am
Dead Mangrove Creek Bridge, off Cobbans Track on Ash Island is closed from Thursday 9 March 2023 until further notice due to the bridge needing maintenance
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100
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Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Feb 2023, 11.18am
The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site is closed to pedestrian access for public safety reasons. Please do not enter the site under any circumstances.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 7 May 2021, 8.50am to Thu 31 Oct 2024, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Sep 2023, 8.51am
Sunnyside campground is closed until further notice due to flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Wed 12 Oct 2022, 1.02pm to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Nov 2023, 10.37am
Ferny Creek campground is closed until further notice due to a collapsed bridge on the access road.
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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Nov 2023, 9.07am
Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It's been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access.
Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300.
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