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Applies from Tue 9 Jun 2026, 10.28am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.29am. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jun 2026, 8.34am
Closed parks: Scabby Range, Clarkes Hill, Bogandyera and Jingellic Nature Reserves closed for aerial control operations of feral animals
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting aerial control operations for all feral animals in the Scabby Range, Clarkes Hill, Bogandyera and Jingellic Nature Reserves between 7am Tuesday 9 June and 7pm Tuesday 30 June 2026.
During this period the reserves will be closed to the public and all park users. This includes all tracks, trails, campgrounds, huts, picnic areas and accommodation within the closed operational area.
The Hume and Hovell Track through Bogandyera Nature Reserve will remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. If you would like any further information about closed areas, please email us or phone 02 6947 7025.
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Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 1.04pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 1.05pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2026, 4.54pm
Closed areas: Temporary closures at Mimosa Rocks National Park
The National Parks and Wildlife Service is delivering a range of improvements at the popular Mimosa Rocks National Park on NSW’s South Coast. The upgrades will improve flood resilience, sustainability and visitor safety across four key precincts in the park including Nelsons Beach and Aragunnu Beach, Gillards Beach and Middle Beach campgrounds.
Work will be completed in stages from February 2026 to December 2026, and has been scheduled outside of peak holiday times, where possible.
Visitors can expect the following temporary closures:
- From February 2026 to mid-2026 Nelsons Beach precinct, including Nelsons Beach Road and Carpark will be closed to all public access for upgrades.
- From July 2026 to late-2026 Middle Beach Campground and Day Use Area will be closed to all public access for upgrades.
- From February 2027 to mid-2027 Aragunnu Campground is expected to be closed to all access, subject to planning approvals and weather.
- From 14 October 2026 – Mid-2027 Gillards Campground is expected to be closed pending planning approval and subject to weather.
Alternative camping options include Picnic Point Campground in Mimosa Rocks National Park. Take the opportunity to explore some of the other great parks in the region.
Plan your trip and check for closure alerts before your visit at nswparks.info.
All other areas in Mimosa Rocks National Park will remain open to visitors during these times. Check for park closure alerts before you travel.
For more information or questions, contact the Eurobodalla NPWS Office via email.
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Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2026, 11.18am to Mon 15 Jun 2026, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jun 2026, 3.56pm
Other planned events: Bendethera Campground in Deua National Park closed for ground pest control program 15 – 19 June 2026
The Bendethera Valley Campground will be closed to the public from 10am Monday 15th June to 2pm Friday 19th June for NPWS to conduct a localised ground pest control program.
This operation will involve ground shooting of feral pigs during day time or night as required. It aims to reduce the significant impact invasive species have on native plants and animals including threatened species. Other pest animals, including deer, foxes and wild dogs may be targeted if observed during the operation.
During this time firearms will be used in the park, and it is unsafe for public to be present. The gate will be closed and closure signage in place. For your safety do not attempt to enter these areas during shooting periods, Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Please note that the rest of Deua National Park will remain open. For more information, contact the local park office (02) 4476 0800.
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Applies from Mon 8 Jun 2026, 9.04am to Tue 16 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 30 May 2026, 8.23am
Closed areas: Wallagoot Lake Road closed
Wallagoot Lake road will be closed from Tuesday 9th June to Friday 16th June for road works. They have rescheduled due to wet weather. There will be no public access to Turingal Head or Wallagoot Gap via Wallagoot Lake road during this time. Penalties apply for accessing closed areas. For further information contact Merimbula office on 6495 5000.
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Applies from Thu 28 May 2026, 12.00pm to Sat 27 Jun 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 May 2026, 12.03pm
Closed areas: Nunnock Swamp area including Packers Swamp and Dragon Swamp closed for ground pest control operation
The Tantawangalo section of South East Forests National Park will be closed to the public from 8am Monday 15th June to 8am Saturday 27th June 2026 for a ground pest control operation.
The closed areas include:
- Nunnock campground
- Nunnock grasslands walking tracks
- Alexanders Hut
- Alexanders Hut campground
- Packers Swamp
- Dragon Swamp
This operation will involve ground shooting of deer and feral pigs during day time or night as required. It aims to reduce the significant impact invasive species have on native plants and animals including threatened species. Other pest animals, including foxes and wild dogs may be targeted if observed during the operation.
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.
The following campgrounds will remain open to the public:
- Six Mile Creek campground
- Postmans campground
For more information, contact the Merimbula NPWS office (02) 6495 5000.
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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 3.58pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 1.48pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 6.09pm
Safety alerts: Risk of dangerous and falling trees due to fire impact in Wadbilliga National Park
Fire‑damaged trees may fall without warning in parts of the Wadbilliga National Park.
Take extra care and avoid stopping under damaged trees, especially in windy or wet weather.
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Applies from Sun 19 Apr 2026, 3.29pm to Fri 13 Nov 2026, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 28 May 2026, 8.39am
Closed areas: Hobart Beach Campground Closure
Hobart Beach Campground is closed from Sunday the 19th April 2026 to Friday 13th November for campground upgrade works. Bournda Beach is still accessible from the ocean beach carpark at the end of Bournda road, and from the Bournda Lagoon day use area, except during the temporary closure for staircase replacement in April. Obey all signage and closures. Penalties apply for accessing closed areas. Contact Merimbula office on 6495 5000 for enquiries.
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Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 1.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jun 2026, 12.02pm
Closed areas: Nelsons Beach Precinct Closed for Improvement Works
Nelsons Beach Precinct Closed for Improvement Works from Monday February 2nd till Mid 2026.
The closed areas include:
- Nelsons Beach Precinct
- Nelsons Beach Road and Carpark
- Moon Bay Access
- Wajurda Point Lookout
Mimosa Rocks National Park will stay open to visitors while work is completed, however exclusion zones will be established around the work areas for safety. Please do not enter closed areas, fines apply.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800, or email: npws.eurobodalla@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 9 Feb 2026, 12.03pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 12.06pm. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jun 2026, 12.02pm
Closed areas: Road closures for upgrade works
Some roads and fire trails within Kooraban National Park are closed from Friday 20th February to Tuesday 30th June 2026 whilst upgrade works are in progress. The closed roads and fire trails are:
- Narira Road.
- Sams Ridge Road.
- Caves Link Road.
- Red Creek Road.
- Jeffers Road.
- Jeffers Fire Trail.
- Jeffers Trig Fire Trail.
- Link Fire trail.
- Tinpot Road.
- Orange Ridge.
- Dignams Creek Fire Trail.
- Recoil Road.
- Timber Camp Fire Trail.
- Reserve Road Fire Trail.
Roads will be closed for all traffic except prearranged access via contractor to landholders or local residence.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.
Email: npws.eurobodalla@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 9.14am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 9.36am. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jun 2026, 12.02pm
Closed areas: Nelsons Lagoon and Nelsons Beach Carpark
Closed Areas: Nelsons Lagoon and Nelsons Beach Carpark
From February 2026 to mid-2026 Nelsons Beach precinct, including Nelsons Beach Road and Carpark is closed to all public access for upgrades. The National Parks and Wildlife Service is delivering a range of improvements at the popular Mimosa Rocks National Park on NSW’s South Coast.
The upgrades will improve flood resilience, sustainability and visitor safety across four key precincts in the park including Nelsons Beach and Aragunnu Beach, Gillards Beach and Middle Beach campgrounds.
Alternative day use and picnic areas within Mimosa Rocks National Park including.
- Bithry Inlet
- Picnic Point
- Gillards
- Araguunu
Check for park closure alerts before you travel.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800, or email: npws.eurobodalla@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Wed 22 Apr 2026, 1.50pm to Tue 14 Jul 2026, 1.51pm. Last reviewed: Sat 16 May 2026, 9.43am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from 22 April 2026 to 14 July 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in
- Kybeyan State Conservation Area
- Kybeyan Nature Reserve
- Dangelong Nature Reserve
- Associated Part 11 Lands
All baiting programs are identified by signs.
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 Jindabyne NPWS area office for more information on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Sun 1 Mar 2026, 12.50pm to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 12.51pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 May 2026, 10.15am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in the north east precinct of Kosciuszko National Park, Scabby Range and Yaouk Nature Reserves within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area. The program will be continuous and ongoing between 1st March 2026 and 31 August 2026, and will use meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. 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, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. For further information please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Thu 5 Feb 2026, 8.00pm to Fri 7 Aug 2026, 8.48am. Last reviewed: Tue 19 May 2026, 9.55am
Other planned events: Notification of ongoing 1080 baiting - wild dogs and foxes
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from Thursday 5 February 2026 to Thursday 2 February 2027. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will take place across Kosciuszko National Park Wild Dog Plan Areas including:
- Thredbo/Ingebyra
- Dalgety/Paupong
- Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah
Baiting programs will also take place in nature reserves including:
- Paupong Nature Reserve
- Merriangaah Nature Reserve
- Quidong Nature Reserves
This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:
- Thredbo Valley
- Moonbah
- Ingebyra
- Paupong
- Numbla Vale
- Corrowong
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 the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Thu 1 Jan 2026, 6.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.45am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 May 2026, 9.18am
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.
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Applies from Fri 25 Mar 2022, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 11.36am
Closed areas: Kanoonah Road (north) closed due to landslip
Kanoonah Road in Coolangubra section of South East Forests National Park is closed from Myanba Falls Road through to the northern park boundary due to a major landslip.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Fri 2 Jan 2026, 11.32am to Fri 3 Dec 2027, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Apr 2026, 9.26am
Safety alerts: River crossing to access Big Hole walking track - extreme caution advised
Access to The Big Hole walking track requires a river crossing of the Shoalhaven River.
During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossing may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly.
NPWS advises walkers to plan ahead and check the river levels in real time at https://realtimedata.waternsw.com.au/water.stm?ppbm=215008|215_SHOALHAVEN|SURFACE_WATER&rs&1&rslf_org before setting out.
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Applies from Mon 14 Feb 2022, 2.02pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 May 2026, 1.04pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be ongoing until Monday 1 December 2026 in the following areas:
- Tallaganda National Park
- Tallaganda State Conservation Area
- Gourock 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 further information please call NPWS Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.
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Applies from Thu 7 Nov 2024, 10.32am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Jun 2026, 9.25am
Safety alerts: Gillards Beach access steps closed until further notice
The 5 southern beach access points and the day-use steps at Gillards Campground are currently closed due to severe erosion. Successive large seas have removed large amounts of sand from the beach resulting in these access points being unusable.
Park users staying in sites 1 to 28 should use the beach access steps to the north instead which is easily accessible via a short walk.
Beach access steps for sites 28 to 39 currently remain open.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4476 0800
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Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 May 2026, 9.29am
Safety alerts: Trailer access prohibited on some fire trails
The use of trailers is prohibited on the following trails in Deua National Park:
- Dampier Mountain trail
- Oulla Creek trail
- Minuma Range trail
- Merricumbene trail
- Mongamula trail
- Dry Creek trail
It is an offence to tow trailers on these trails. The penalty for towing trailers on these trails is a $300 penalty infringement notice, or higher if the matter is taken to court.
Trailer access to Bendethera is available from Moruya via Little Sugarloaf Road and Bendethera trail. From Braidwood, this increases travel time by about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
For more information see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/deua-national-park/visitor-info#Getting-there-and-parking
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Applies from Thu 7 Nov 2024, 12.50pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 9.14am
Closed areas: Wambaara/Green Bay Trail access closed until further notice
Wambaara/Green Bay Trail is closed to public access from the junction of Wallaga Trail and Wambaara Trail until further notice. There will be no public access to Wallaga Lake from Wambaara/Green Bay Trail until completion of works along this trail.
Road closure signs will be in place and Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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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.
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Applies from Tue 1 Dec 2020, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Tue 31 Mar 2026, 9.06am
Closed areas: Bendethera Caves Walking Track and Caves Access is Closed
Bendethera Caves walking track and caves access is closed until further notice due to ongoing bushfire and flood recovery works - all track markers were destroyed by fire. It's dangerous to walk off designated tracks in Karst areas. Please do not enter this area, follow the directions on closure signs and do not enter any cordoned-off areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Fri 18 Nov 2022, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 May 2026, 9.28am
Safety alerts: Bendethera Valley Campground - Safety Alert
Please use extreme caution if traversing the river crossings and check weather conditions regularly prior to your trip in this area.
During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossings in to the Bendethera Valley campgrounds may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river in vehicles to access the campgrounds during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly. It is never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. You should check the weather forecast and NPWS website for advice prior to setting out to this remote campground, and if severe weather is forecast, reconsider your trip.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
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