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Applies from Tue 22 Oct 2019, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Oct 2019, 6.59pm
Fires - Advice: Murphys Road MVNP
There is a fire in this park called Murphys Road MVNP. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 2 Oct 2019, 12.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Oct 2019, 4.05pm
Fires - Advice: Murrumbidgee Valley NP
There is a fire in this park called Murrumbidgee Valley NP. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 21 Oct 2019, 12.12pm to Mon 11 Nov 2019, 11.48am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Oct 2019, 12.21pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for track upgrade
Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 21 October to Monday 11 November 2019 while track maintenance is underway. The closed areas are:
- Yellow Bog Road from the Tar to Tooma River
- Tooma River fire trail
Penalties apply for non-compliance . For more information, contact the NPWS Khancoban office on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Mon 21 Oct 2019, 7.00am to Fri 8 Nov 2019, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 18 Oct 2019, 10.10am
Closed areas: Thredbo Valley track detours - Skitube and Bullocks Flat area
Bridge upgrade works will be occurring in the Skitube and Bullocks Flat area from Monday 21 October to Friday 8 November 2019.
During this period, access through the worksite will be restricted, with minor diversions in place on Bullocks Walking Track and Thredbo Valley track west of Skitube carpark D. These diversions will direct park visitors across a temporary bridge to then rejoin the paved section of Thredbo Valley track near the Skitube Railway Bridge.
Please follow the detour signage and markings and any directions from staff on site.
Access to Skitube carpark D, Lake Crackenback Resort and Lower Thredbo Valley track will remain available during these works.
These track works are part of broader upgrades to improve low mobility access to and within the Bullocks Hut area, which will involve further closures during the riding season. Track works will be timed to avoid peak periods, event weekends and other important dates on the upcoming mountain bike calendar.
For more information, please call the NPWS Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2019, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Oct 2019, 10.02am
Closed areas: Thredbo Valley track closure - Thredbo to Ngarigo campground
Thredbo Valley track is closed between Thredbo Resort and Ngarigo campground because of current track conditions and required works. These areas will remain closed until conditions improve and required track works are completed.
Thredbo Valley track is open for cycling between Ngarigo campground and Gaden Trout Hatchery.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Mon 21 Oct 2019, 2.25pm to Fri 1 May 2020, 2.25pm. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Oct 2019, 3.22pm
Safety alerts: Heavy trucks on Tin Mines trail
B-double logging trucks will be using a section of Tin Mines trail between Ferndale Pine Plantation and Tunnel Road. This is to access Tunnel Road, through to the Hume Highway. Logging trucks will run Monday to Friday during daylight hours from Monday 21 October 2019 for up to six months. No trucks will operate during weekends and public holidays. Park visitors should follow the directions of road signage, take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2019, 10.50am. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Oct 2019, 2.52pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban - Yanga and Kyalite
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Fri 4 Oct 2019, 3.56pm to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 3.47pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Oct 2019, 3.56pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Sep 2019, 11.36am
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban
There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.
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Applies from Thu 26 Sep 2019, 9.28am. Last reviewed: Sat 5 Oct 2019, 10.51am
Other planned events: 1080 fox baiting program underway
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is doing a 1080 ground baiting of foxes in Yanga National Park, Yanga Nature Reserve and Yanga State Conservation Area.
This baiting program will run from Wednesday 25 September to Monday 14 October 2019. It will reduce the impacts of pest animals on wildlife and threatened species in the park and neighbouring stock.
There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to baiting areas. Don’t touch the baits. Some baits may be buried. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Domestic pets, including dogs, are not permitted in national parks or reserves. 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) baits are lethal to domestic dogs and cats. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, contact the local park office on 03 5020 1764 or 1300 072 757 after hours.
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Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2019, 10.41am to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 10.42am. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Sep 2019, 10.48am
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Thu 19 Sep 2019, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Sep 2019, 9.08am
Closed areas: Blue Waterholes closure
Part of Kosciuszko National Park will be closed for the trapping and removal of wild horses between Monday 30 September and Saturday 30 November 2019. There will be signage in place, indicating closed areas.
Blue Waterholes trail from Cooleman Mountain campground to Blue Waterholes campground will be closed. This is to allow National Park and Wildlife Service (NPWS) to manage interactions between wild horses and the public within the campgrounds by reducing the number of wild horses in the area.
The following areas will also be closed during this time:
- Blue Waterholes campground
- Magpie Flat campground
- Blue Waterholes picnic area
- Clarke Gorge walking track
- Nichols Gorge walking track
Access to Magpie Flat and Blue Waterholes campgrounds will be prohibited during this time to ensure the safety of NPWS staff, visitors and welfare of horses during control operations. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Coolamine Homestead will still be accessible to walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Vehicle traffic will not be permitted beyond Cooleman Mountain campground from Friday 4 October until Saturday 30 November 2019.
Visitors are encouraged to use other campgrounds in the area during the closure period, including:
- Three-Mile Dam
- Cooinbil Hut
- Long Plain Hut
- Yarrangobilly Village
- Bullocks Hill
- Ghost Gully
Find out more information on wild horse management in this park. For further information please contact the NPWS Tumut office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Mon 23 Sep 2019, 12.22pm. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Sep 2019, 12.22pm
Closed areas: Roads closed due to flooding
The following trails in this park are closed due to flooding until further notice:
- Fishermans Bend Road
- Millewa River Road
- Edward River Road
- Swifts Creek Road
- Fire Hut Road
- Algeboia Road
- Scotts Beach Road
- Tin Hut Road
- Quambies Road
- Dudleys Road
- Middle Road
- Plantation Road
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Moama office on 03 5483 9100.
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Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2019, 1.32pm to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 1.32pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Sep 2019, 1.42pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Wed 18 Sep 2019, 3.02pm to Sun 22 Mar 2020, 3.02pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Sep 2019, 4.02pm
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog pest control program underway
NSW National Parks is doing a 1080 wild dog pest control program using baits and canid pest ejectors between Monday 23 September 2019 and Sunday 22 March 2020.
This program is happening in Kosciuszko National Park in the Yaouk/Adaminaby area, from Lone Pine trail to Lake Eucumbene. It is also being done in Scabby Range and Yaouk nature reserves.
There will be signs up around all the baiting areas. Pets and working dogs could be affected by 1080 poison, and must not enter the baited areas. For further information call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Tue 17 Sep 2019, 11.44am. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Sep 2019, 11.44am
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban - all Central West national parks
A park fire ban is in place in this park from Friday 27 September 2019 and remains in effect until Tuesday 31 March 2020 unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Wed 7 Aug 2019, 12.00am to Thu 6 Feb 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Sep 2019, 12.22pm
Other planned events: Ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting ongoing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) wild dog and fox baiting programs from Wednesday 7 August 2019 to Thursday 6 February 2020.
There will be signs around the baited areas to alert the public about the 1080 baiting in these locations.
These programs are part of an integrated pest animal control strategy, which also includes trapping and shooting, with the aim of minimising the impacts of these pests on neighbouring stock.
Domestic pets are highly susceptible to 1080 poison. Dogs, cats and other pets and domestic animals are not permitted on NSW national parks, reserves and state conservation areas.
For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Wed 7 Aug 2019, 1.53pm to Thu 6 Feb 2020, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Sep 2019, 3.16pm
Other planned events: Ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting ongoing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) wild dog and fox baiting programs from Wednesday 7 August 2019 to Thursday 6 February 2020. This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:
- The Yaouk/Adaminaby area from Lone Pine trail to Lake Eucumbene
- Denison
- Eucumbene
- Happy Jacks
- Snowy Plain
- Kalkite Mountain
- Thredbo Valley
- Moonbah
- Ingebyra
- Paupong
- Numbla Vale
- Corrowong
There will be signs around the baited areas to alert the public about the 1080 baiting in these locations.
These programs are part of an integrated pest animal control strategy, which also includes trapping and shooting, with the aim of minimising the impacts of these pests on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will be conducted in the Adaminaby/Yaouk, Snowy Plain, Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong, East Monaro/Far South Coast and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangah wild dog plan areas.
Domestic pets are highly susceptible to 1080 poison. Dogs, cats and other pets and domestic animals are not permitted on NSW national parks, reserves and state conservation areas.
For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Tue 30 Jul 2019, 12.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Oct 2019, 4.58pm
Closed areas: Feral pest control program - parts of Oolambeyan National Park closed
Oolambeyan National Park, excluding the Homestead area, is closed for a feral pest ground baiting program. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Please keep guide dogs and assistant dogs on leads at all times when you're in the Homestead area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 4.01pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Aug 2019, 2.59pm
Other planned events: Increased traffic in northern Kosciuszko National Park
There will be a gradual increase in truck movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway and Link Road over the coming months due to works associated with the Snowy 2.0 project.
Your destination is still accessible and to assist in planning your journey safely and to avoid stress, please allow extra time in you travel plans.
For more information please call the NPWS Tumut office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Thu 13 Jun 2019, 2.52pm. Last reviewed: Sat 22 Jun 2019, 6.54am
Closed areas: Rooks trail and Sandy Beach closed
All walking tracks and trails in the MIA1 section of Murrumbidgee Valley National Park are closed until further notice. This is the section east of Grahams Grave park entrance (including Sandy Beach). This is due to site protection work that needs to be completed in this area. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Riverina area office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Fri 24 Aug 2018, 1.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 May 2019, 3.08pm
Closed areas: No access to Regatta Beach
There is currently no access to Regatta Beach. For more information, call the NPWS Yanga area office on 03 5020 1764 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 12 May 2019, 11.34am to Tue 12 Nov 2019, 11.34am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 May 2019, 12.07pm
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog control aerial and ground baiting program
A 1080 ground and aerial baiting program (baits/candid pest ejectors) for wild dogs will be undertaken from Sunday 12 May 2019 and will continue for the next 6 months. A reminder that 1080 is harmful to domestic pets. Dog owners should not allow their dogs to wander in these areas because your dog could be poisoned.
For further information, please call NPWS Khancoban area office on 02 6076 9373.
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Applies from Wed 7 Feb 2018, 10.06am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 May 2019, 2.27pm
Safety alerts: Hannels Spur track - difficult to follow
Hannels Spur track is difficult to follow and only suitable for highly experienced walkers. The track has recently been cleared but marking has not been completed. Maintenance work is ongoing.
For more information, call Jindabyne Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Mar 2019, 9.28am
Closed areas: Lobs Hole Ravine Road - closed until further notice
Some areas of this park are closed due to Snowy 2.0 Exploratory Works from Monday 25 February 2019, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed. The closed areas are:
- Lobs Hole Ravine Road 4wd trail
- Wallace Creek lookout
- Lobs Hole Ravine campground
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 2 Jan 2019, 3.57pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Mar 2019, 2.14pm
Closed areas: Disappointment Spur trail closed due to bridge removal
Disappointment Spur trail is closed from the southern end, near Guthega power station, because the bridge has been removed. Therefore:
- There is no access to Disappointment Spur trail from Guthega power station.
- You can only access the Jagungal wilderness area and Whites River corridor from the southern end via Schlink Pass (Geehi) Road.
For more information, please call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Wed 19 Jun 2019, 1.59pm to Thu 31 Oct 2019, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Oct 2019, 2.10pm
Closed areas: Rawson Pass toilet closed
Rawson Pass toilet remains closed and will reopen when snow conditions allow. For more information, call the NPWS Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5621.
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Applies from Tue 1 Aug 2017, 8.27am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 2.40pm
Other planned events: 1080 Baiting Programs
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) conducts ongoing and seasonal 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) baiting programs in areas of Kosciuszko National Park. These programs are part of an integrated pest management strategy aimed at controlling wild dogs, foxes, feral pigs and rabbits. All baiting locations are identifiable to the public through signage erected around the baited area.
Domestic pets are highly susceptible to 1080 poison. Park visitors are reminded that dogs, cats and other pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted in Kosciuszko National Park.
For more information please contact the relevant NPWS office:
- Tumut, call (02) 6947 7000
- Jindabyne, call (02) 6450 5555
- Khancoban, call (02) 6076 9373.
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Applies from Wed 19 Jun 2019, 2.35pm to Thu 31 Oct 2019, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Sat 19 Oct 2019, 5.19pm
Closed areas: High altitude walking tracks closed for winter and early spring
Some walking tracks in this park are closed to walkers because they are covered in snow. There are no markers to follow on these tracks, except for Summit trail. The closed tracks include:
- Summit trail/walk. Marker poles exist for much of the first 7.5km, though some may be buried. The last approx 2km has no markers
- Main Range walk
- Stilwell walk
- Snow Gums boardwalk
- Porcupine walk
- Illawong walk
- Dead Horse Gap track
- Kosciuszko walk
Don't attempt to walk on these tracks.
These tracks remain accessible to people with snow shoes or cross country skis. Remember to bring a map, compass and mid-winter equipment.
These tracks will likely remain closed to walkers until conditions change in spring. For more information, please call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 17 Nov 2016, 3.10pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Mar 2019, 1.06pm
Other planned events: No access from the eastern side of Cocoparra National Park
Private property adjoins Cocoparra National Park on the eastern side and therefore no public access is permitted via Pleasant Valley Road. No public vehicle access is permitted along the Eastern Boundary fire trail, this is a management trail only.
If you are visiting the park, please enter from the western side, via Barrys Scenic Drive or Mount Bingar Road.
For more information please contact the NPWS Griffith area office on (02) 6966 8100.
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