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Linton Nature Reserve

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Last reviewed: Tue 23 December 2025, 2.55pm

Applies from Thu 20 Nov 2025, 2.37pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Dec 2025, 2.55pm.

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 campfires 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, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas 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.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Sat 20 Dec 2025, 4.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Dec 2025, 6.25pm

Fires - Advice: Green Gully Track

There is a fire in this park called Green Gully Track. 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 15 Dec 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Dec 2025, 11.57am

Safety alerts: Washouts on Carinya Road

There are significant washouts on Carinya Rd in Deriah Aboriginal Area.

Washouts can be harmful to vehicles and passengers. Please travel this road with caution and drive through washouts at very low speed.

This road is not managed by NPWS. Please direct any concerns regarding the condition of the road to Narrabri Shire Council on 02 6799 6866 or council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Dec 2025, 11.54am

Safety alerts: Washouts on Kaputar Road

There are several washouts on the gravel section of Kaputar Rd in Mount Kaputar National Park.

Washouts can be harmful to vehicles and passengers. Please travel this section of road with caution and drive through washouts at very low speed.

This section of road is not managed by NPWS. Please direct any concerns regarding the condition of the road to Narrabri Shire Council on 02 6799 6866 or council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Mon 22 Dec 2025, 2.59pm to Tue 30 Dec 2025, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Dec 2025, 3.08pm

Closed areas: Green Gully Track Closed due to bushfire

There is currently a fire in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park on the Green Gully Track. 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.

In the interest of public safety the Green Gully Track will remain closed until 30 December 2025. NPWS will assess the conditions of the trail once the fire has been contained and extinguished. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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Applies from Mon 8 Dec 2025, 12.14pm to Sun 28 Dec 2025, 12.15pm. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Dec 2025, 2.56pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from Sunday 14 December 2025 to Sunday 28 Dec 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral pigs.

The program will take place in Bingara State Conservation Area (Derra Derra Block).

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 local Barwon NPWS area office for more information on 02 6792 7300.

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Applies from Tue 9 Dec 2025, 12.00am to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Dec 2025, 3.29pm

Other planned events: Roadworks on Scutts Hut firetrail

There are roadworks occurring on the lower section of Scutts Hut firetrail from Tuesday 9 December 2025 until Friday 27 February 2026.

Scutts Hut, Scutts Hut trail, and Scutts Hut and Kurrawonga Falls walk all remain OPEN, however no access is permitted to the lower section of Scutts Hut firetrail, which is barricaded with closure signage. Any expansions of the closure area will be posted with at least one week's notice.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Narrabri office on 02 6792 7300.

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Applies from Mon 27 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Fri 3 Apr 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Dec 2025, 9.39am

Closed areas: Dangars Gorge closed for precinct upgrade

The Dangars Gorge precinct in Oxley Wild Rivers NP is strictly closed from Monday 27 October 2025 to Friday 3 April 2026 while visitor facilities are being upgraded. The areas that will be closed include:

  • Dangars Gorge Campground
  • Dangars Falls Picnic Area
  • Dangars Falls lookouts
  • McDirtys walking track
  • Sailsbury Waters walking track

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Armidale NPWS office (02 6738 9100).

NPWS will be making improvements to the campground, walking tracks and signage upgrades as well as installing a new pedestrian bridge.

During this time, visitors to Oxley Wild Rivers NP can still access other visitor precincts, such as Long Point, Gara Gorge, Wollomombi Falls, and for the more adventurous, Riverside or Halls Peak. Please note that access to Riverside and Halls Peak requires an access permit and a low-range 4WD vehicle. More information can be found on the NPWS website https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/

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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 2.35pm

Safety alerts: Walking tracks closed during Extreme or Catastrophic fire danger ratings

During Extreme or Catastrophic fire danger ratings, all walking tracks in Mount Kaputar National Park are closed.

Before proceeding, check the current fire danger rating here, check the fire danger rating signs, or contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Narrabri office on 02 6792 7300.

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Applies from Tue 16 Apr 2024, 10.35am. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Dec 2025, 8.58am

Closed areas: The Governor Summit walking track closed for upgrades

The Governor Summit (Corrunbral Borawah) walking track is closed until further notice for upgrades to the elevated walkway sections.

The Governor lookout walking track (including the carpark and lookout platform) is now reopened, however access past the barricade to The Governor Summit walking track is prohibited.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Narrabri office on 02 6792 7300.

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Applies from Thu 20 Nov 2025, 2.37pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Dec 2025, 2.55pm

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 campfires 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, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas 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 Mon 3 Nov 2025, 9.40am to Mon 2 Mar 2026, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Sat 6 Dec 2025, 6.55pm

Closed areas: Boonalla Cave Road & Boonalla Cave walking track

The following parts of this park are closed until further notice to protect eastern cave bats while they are breeding:

  • Boonalla Cave Road
  • Boonalla Cave carpark and walking track

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Coonabarabran office on 02 6842 1311.

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Applies from Wed 8 Oct 2025, 9.46am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 9.46am. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Dec 2025, 9.32am

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, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas 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.

Affects 6 parks nearby. Show list

Applies from Mon 4 Nov 2024, 12.15pm to Mon 31 Dec 2029, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Dec 2025, 2.56pm

Closed parks: Woodsreef State Conservation Area Closed

Woodsreef State Conservation Area is closed until further notice due to potential health risks from possible asbestos exposure.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Narrabri NPWS office on (02) 6792 7300.

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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/linton-nature-reserve/local-alerts

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