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Keverstone National Park

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Applies from Fri 4 Jul 2025, 3.22pm to Mon 21 Jul 2025, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Jul 2025, 3.23pm

Other planned events: Other planned events: Heavy Vehicle Movements

Heavy vehicle movements are anticipated over this school holiday period. Visitors are advised to exercise caution when travelling along our roads.

For more information, contact the Kanangra Area office on 02 6336 6200.

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Applies from Fri 4 Jul 2025, 3.18pm to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Jul 2025, 3.22pm

Other planned events: Lost City Walking Track Carpark Closure

Lost City Walking Track Carpark is currently closed for improvement works.

The improvement works at Lost City Walking Track Carpark will include a accessible footpaths, visitor information signage, seating, carparking and accessible double stall toilet. Revegetation work and planting of native species are also proposed.

Lost City Walking Track will remain open and accessible to visitors via Lost City Road. Visitors are advised to stay alert and follow the signage.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6336 6200.

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Applies from Wed 2 Jul 2025, 8.59am. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Jul 2025, 9.03am

Closed areas: Bungonia Slot Canyon and The Red Track Closed due to significant weather event

Bungonia Slot Canyon and The Red Track closed due to significant weather event

Bungonia Slot Canyon and The Red Track within Bungonia National Park is closed due to high rainfall and flooding.

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

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Applies from Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.43pm to Thu 12 Feb 2026, 3.45pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.54pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baitng - Foxes

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program from Tuesday 1 July 2025 to Thursday 12 February 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Bango and Mundoonen Nature Reserves.

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 Queanbeyan NPWS area office for more information on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.56am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.01am

Safety alerts: Road Maintenance Work -State Mine Gully Rd and Glow Worm Tunnel Rd

NPWS will be undertaking road maintenance work on State Mine Gully Road and Glow Worm Tunnel Road. These roads will remain open, however, visitors must take care around heavy machinery and must slow down in the work zone.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Kanangra Area office on 02 6336 6200.

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Applies from Wed 21 May 2025, 4.27pm to Sun 13 Jul 2025, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Jun 2025, 11.01am

Closed areas: Fig Tree Cave closure

The following areas will be closed on weekdays from Wednesday 21 May to Monday 30 June 2025:

  • Fig Tree Cave (self-guided tours)
  • Victoria Arch walking track.

These areas will be open on weekends unless otherwise advised. 

NPWS are undertaking remedial works on the elevated walkways. Please follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Wombeyan Caves area office on 02 4843 5976.

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Applies from Thu 20 Jul 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Jun 2025, 9.18am

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.

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Applies from Thu 9 Jun 2022, 2.01pm to Sat 31 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Jun 2025, 9.17am

Closed areas: Post Office Lodge closed for restoration works

Post Office Lodge in Yerranderie Regional Park is closed for restoration works until October 2026.

For further information please contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.

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Applies from Tue 24 Jun 2025, 9.44am to Thu 17 Jul 2025, 9.46am. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Jul 2025, 8.59am

Closed areas: Wallaby Picnic Area - toilet upgrade

As part of the visitor infrastructure improvements being undertaken by National Parks & Wildlife Service, NPWS Central West Area will be undertaking an upgrade of the toilet facilities located opposite the Wallaby Picnic Area from Monday 26 May 2025 until Friday 4 July 2025.

 

During this time there will be no toilet facilities located within Conimbla National Park.

 

At times there will be heavy machinery working within the area. Please ensure you do not approach the area or any heavy plant whilst these works are being undertaken. Please stay clear of any work zones until the works are completed. The new facilities will be opened to visitors as soon as the project is completed.

 

For further information please contact the NPWS Central West Area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640

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Applies from Mon 17 Feb 2025, 10.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jun 2025, 9.18am

Closed areas: Talisman Gallery closed

The Talisman Gallery at Hartley Historic Site is closed from Monday 17 February 2025 until further notice.

For more information, please contact Hartley Visitor Centre on 02 6355 2117.

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Applies from Mon 23 Jun 2025, 12.00am to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Jun 2025, 2.13pm

Other planned events: Special Areas Catchment Pig Control Program 23/6/2025 - 31/8/2025

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) Hawkesbury-Nattai Area will be conducting a Special Areas Catchment Pig Control Program in the following areas below.

- Nattai National Park  

- Nattai State Conservation Area, 

 including the following Trails - W4I, W4H, Valley Roads and Burragorang Valley

 

The operation consists of the following Control Methods

 

*The Use of Hoggone (Sodium Nitrite) bait

Hoggone contains peanuts. Anyone with a Peanut allergy is advised not to handle bait product.

Hoggone is lethal to pets and domestic animals, so it is recommended that you contain any livestock or animals during the program.

 

*Pig trapping through Nattai NP and SCA and Burragorang SCA during this period through the W4I, W4H, Valley Roads and Burragorang Valley.

This will involve the use of firearms to shoot pigs in traps.

 

Signage and a site assessment will be undertaken before any firearms are discharged; however, staff and contractors should be aware.

 

A contractor will also be used for pig trapping in the Southern section of our program.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office (02) 4720 6200.

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Applies from Wed 18 Jun 2025, 1.56pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Jun 2025, 2.05pm

Safety alerts: Road Maintenance on Sunnyside Ridge Road

Road maintenance works are currently underway on Sunnyside Ridge Road within the Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area.

The road will remain open during the works; however, delays are expected and temporary traffic controls may be in place.

Visitors please proceed with caution, obey signage, and follow directions from road crew personnel.

For more information please contact Kanangra Area office via npws.kanangra@envrionment.nsw.gov.au or phone (02) 6336 6200

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Applies from Fri 2 May 2025, 8.59am to Fri 1 May 2026, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Jun 2025, 1.09pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Friday 2 May 2025 to Friday 1 May 2026 in the following areas:

  • Abercrombie River National Park
  • Abercrombie River State Conservation Area
  • Kanangra-Boyd National Park
  • Blue Mountains National Park (southern section)
  • Wollemi National Park (Wolga)
  • Gardens of Stone National Park
  • Jenolan Karst Conservation Area
  • Turon National Park
  • Marrangaroo National Park

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 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.

For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200.

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Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 2.17pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 2.00pm

Closed areas: Road Closed- Lost City North Road

Lost City North Road is closed from Friday 16th May 2025 for improvement works including road upgrades and visitor facilities.

Lost City Walking Track is accessible via Lost City Road (previously known as Lost City South Road).

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Applies from Tue 22 Apr 2025, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 29 Jun 2025, 11.45am

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.

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Applies from Thu 4 Jul 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 8.54am

Closed areas: North Ridge Rd closure

North Ridge Road is now closed for works as part of the Gardens of Stone Multi-Day Walk. The closure will be in place until further notice.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.

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Applies from Tue 3 Sep 2024, 8.00am to Wed 3 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jun 2025, 10.32am

Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from 3rd March 2025 until 2nd September 2025.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs.

The program will take place in:

  • Brindabella National Park
  • Bimberi Nature Reserve
  • Wee Jasper Nature Reserve
  • Oak Creek Nature Reserve

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.

For further information please call NPWS Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Mon 9 May 2022, 9.53am to Tue 30 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Apr 2025, 1.59pm

Closed parks: Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve closed

Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve will remain closed to the public until end of September, 2025 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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Applies from Sun 11 May 2025, 12.00am to Mon 10 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 9.20am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting

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

The program is ongoing and will continue to be conducted between Sunday 11 May 2025 to Monday 10 November 2025 within Girralang Nature Reserve.

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 further information call NPWS the Central West Area Office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640.

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Applies from Sat 1 Mar 2025, 9.00am to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jun 2025, 8.40am

Safety alerts: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program

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 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025 along management trails in Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area.

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.

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Applies from Sat 1 Mar 2025, 8.56am to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 8.58am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jun 2025, 8.40am

Safety alerts: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program

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 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025 along management trails in Goobang National Park.

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.

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Applies from Thu 14 May 2020, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 8.38am

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.

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Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Jul 2025, 1.44pm

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.

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Applies from Thu 18 Jul 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Jun 2025, 3.11pm

Closed parks: Park closed for major road repairs

Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve is closed until 2026 while Transport for NSW repairs flood-damaged roads and landslips.

There is no access to Six Foot track via Jenolan Caves.

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

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Applies from Mon 22 Apr 2024, 1.14pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 1.46pm

Safety alerts: Wingecarribee River walking trail impacted by flood damage

Some sections of the Wingecarribee River walking track have been severely damaged by recent floods. 

Pedestrian access is still open, however please take care when walking these sections of the track. 

For more information, please contact your local NPWS office on 4720-6200.

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Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 11.05am

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.

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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/keverstone-national-park/local-alerts

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