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Applies from Mon 11 May 2026, 9.53am to Thu 18 Jun 2026, 11.20am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 11.20am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program from Monday 18 May 2026 to Thursday 4 June 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in
Dthinna Dthinnawan National Park
Dthinna Dthinnawan Nature Reserve
Arakoola Nature Reserve
Taringa Nature Reserve
Burral Yurrul Nature Reserve and
Burral Yurrul National Park
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 Barwon NPWS area office for more information on 02 6792 7300.
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Applies from Mon 11 May 2026, 6.00am to Thu 21 May 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 9.59am
Closed areas: Roadworks Mibanbah Black Rocks campground
Roadworks will be underway within Mibanbah Black Rocks campground from Monday 18 May to 10am Thursday 21 May 2026. The road may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.
For more information, contact the Alstonville NPWS office 02 6627 0200 or npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Tue 5 May 2026, 4.25pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 4.25pm. Last reviewed: Sat 9 May 2026, 3.25pm
Safety alerts: Peacock Creek campground access limitations
Access to Peacock Creek campground is limited for some vehicles during inclement weather due to deterioration of local roads. See below best options to access the campground whilst repairs and upgrades take place on local roads:
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- Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive via Bruxner Highway (south) - best access when open, 2WD suitable in dry weather only. Intermittently closed during periods of wet weather.
- Sextonville Road via Summerland Way (East) - Most weather access suitable for most vehicles, some pot holes and slippery when wet.
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- Iron Pot Creek Road via Kyogle (north) - Suitable for all vehicles in most weather. Drive from Kyogle towards Toonumbar on Afterlee Road to the Dam Access Road, then turn left onto Brays Road, right onto Logan's Bridge Road and right onto Iron Pot Creek Road. Follow signs to Bonalbo once on Brays Road.
- Peacock Creek Road via Clarence way (west) - 4WD only, not suitable for towing. Two steep creek crossings not suitable for 2WD/AWD, badly damaged road surface with very large pot holes.
Drivers advised to drive to conditions, check NPWS website alerts before visiting and follow all signage instructions at road works. For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 10.07am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 10.08am. Last reviewed: Sat 9 May 2026, 3.19pm
Closed parks: Jubullum Flat Camp closed
Jubullum Flat Camp Aboriginal Area is closed until further notice due to hazardous trees and related works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Mon 27 Apr 2026, 12.47pm to Sat 6 Jun 2026, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Sat 9 May 2026, 3.19pm
Closed areas: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive partial closure
Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive is closed between Mount Babyl north to Peacock Creek Road until approximately Monday 25 May due to wet conditions.
The following facilities will remain open
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- Cambridge Plateau picnic area
- Culmaran loop trail
- Culmaran Valley track
Please use Iron Pot Creek Road or Sextonville Road to access Peacock Creek campground as there will be no access via Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive until the road re-opens.
Telco Companies & related persons that require access to Mount Babyl trail and tower area, can access Mount Babyl using a KRB key only.
The private Airbnb cabin off Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive will remain accessible via Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive from the south via the Bruxner Highway, contact the owner for more information.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Tue 28 Oct 2025, 12.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.18am
Closed areas: New England National Park walking track closures
The following areas are closed for public safety, to allow NPWS to assess and manage rockfall hazards.
- Eagles Nest walking track
- All access to Weeping Rock
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Tue 25 Jul 2023, 7.14am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.18am
Closed areas: Landslip on Hanging Rock Road in State forest
Access to Kosekai Lookout is currently NOT possible via Hanging Rock Road due to a section of Hanging Rock Road being damaged during March 2021 flooding event. The damaged section of road is managed by Forestry Corporation. Access to the lookout is now only possible in 4WD vehicles from the south via Boat Harbour Road and then turning onto Kosekai Road
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Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 7.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 1.11pm
Closed areas: Lyrebird Lane and the Glade carpark closed
Lyrebird Link track closed until 5pm Friday 29 May 2026.
The Lyrebird Link ramp to the walking tracks from the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre has been closed to address safety risks. Temporary access to the walks via a short steep detour (18 degrees or 1 in 3) is unsuitable for mobility impaired visitors and prams. This will be the only available walk access until the Glade reopens on 29 May 2026. Please ask at the information counter for advice and directions.
Lyrebird Lane and the Glade carpark are closed to vehicles and pedestrians until 5pm Friday 29 May 2026 for civil works.
The Glade carpark is being redeveloped and the temporary visitors centre is under construction in the Glade. Lyrebird Lane and the Glade carpark will be closed to visitors until the works are completed. The Glade picnic area will still be open to pedestrians via the Wonga Walk, with all parking at the Rainforest Centre precinct.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre on 02 6657 5913 or Coffs Coast Area Office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 3 Sep 2025, 12.00pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 1.39pm
Other planned events: Susan Island Nature Reserve - 1080 baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Susan Island Nature Reserve Area from 1 January to 31 July 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (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 local Grafton NPWS area office for more information on 02 66 411 500.
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Applies from Tue 5 May 2026, 2.00pm to Thu 14 May 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 9.22am
Closed areas: Closures in Place for Washpool & Gibraltar National Park
Gibraltar Range National Park and Washpool National Park (access from Gwydir Highway) will be closed from 2pm Tuesday 5th May to 10am Thursday 14th May as NPWS will be conducting an emergency pest control program. This closure will effect the following assets:
- Mulligan's Hut Campground and surrounding walks
- Bellbird Campground and surrounding walks
- Coombadjha Campground and surrounding walks
- Gibraltar House
- Dandahra Picnic Area
- Coachwood Picnic Area
- World Heritage Walk
Four Bull Hut and it's surrounds will not be effected by this program and will remain open over this period.
Raspberry Lookout will remain open.
Boundary Falls Campground and surrounding walks will remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 10.10am to Sun 31 May 2026, 10.11am. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 9.23am
Closed areas: Barokee Campground Closed Due to Maintenance
Barokee Campground will be closed from 10am Monday 13 April to 10am Sunday 31st May 2026 for maintenance. The Day Use Area and Walking tracks are now publicly accessible. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Mon 27 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Fri 5 Jun 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 8.42am
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 5 June 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 Fri 11 Nov 2022, 8.31pm. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Apr 2026, 3.24pm
Closed areas: Moonee Creek south bridge (Caravan park to Green Bluff access) closed
Moonee Creek (Sugar Mill Creek) Bridge is closed as the bridge was removed due to damage. A new bridge will be built in its place, please see below link for details.
The bridge crossing provides access:
- to Reflections Holiday Park
- from Moonee south to Coffs Coast Regional Park, Green Bluff and Sapphire North.
If you are planning to do the Solitary Islands coastal walk please reroute:
- west along Moonee Beach Road to the south-west corner of the shopping centre
- south along new concrete path on eastern side of Pacific Highway
- south onto southern end of North Solitary Drive
- east onto North Sapphire Road to the beach access at Beachstone Cafe.
Green Bluff is still accessible from the south via Rutile trail, off Ivory Circuit in North Sapphire.
Reflections Holiday Parks Moonee manages this bridge and is contactable on 02 6653 6552.
Read more about the bridge replacement. https://www.crownland.nsw.gov.au/projects-and-public-notices/projects/moonee-beach-pedestrian-bridge
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Applies from Wed 28 Sep 2022, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 11.34am
Closed areas: Doon Goonge campground closed
Doon Goonge campground is closed for public safety.
Alternate nearby campgrounds include Dalmorton, Thungutti, Cod Hole and Platypus Flat, that can be booked on the NPWS website.
For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 9 Mar 2026, 8.00am to Tue 9 Mar 2027, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Apr 2026, 3.23pm
Closed parks: Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area closed for pest control operations
Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area will be closed for pest control operations until 09 March 2027.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Coffs Coast Area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 4 Mar 2026, 3.02pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 3.05pm. Last reviewed: Sat 2 May 2026, 9.40am
Closed areas: Coffee Creek Rd is closed due to damaged crossing
Coffee Creek Rd is closed from 4 March 2026 until 30 December 2026 while damage is assessed and repairs undertaken.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Apr 2026, 8.40am
Closed areas: Road closure
Some areas of this park are closed until further notice due to the demolition of a bridge from a past flooding event.
The closed areas include the 4WD access to North Washpool, an area also known as Washpool rest area, entering from Baryulgil onto Collum Collum Road. The bridge is washed away at the junction of Washpool Creek and Collum Collum Road.
Please note:
- Washpool National Park’s 2WD entrance off Gwydir Highway onto Coachwood Drive and Washpool Forest Way is open.
- Bellbird campground, Coombadjha campground and the Granites lookout and picnic areas are accessible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 3 Dec 2025, 9.15am to Mon 1 Jun 2026, 9.16am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Apr 2026, 8.39am
Safety alerts: Cunglebung Rd Closed due to storm damage
Part of Cunglebung Rod is closed due to storm damage from the 3 December 2025 to 1 June 2026. Do not enter this area for your own safety. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 6739 0700.
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Applies from Fri 4 Apr 2025, 10.39am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Apr 2026, 8.39am
Closed areas: Lavender Vale Homestead Closed for Bookings
Due to an unavailability of cleaning staff, the Lavender Vale Homestead at Kwiambal National Park will be closed to bookings for the foreseeable future. We apologise for the inconvenience.
Please note Lavender Vale Cottage has remained open and is available for bookings. Please visit: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/accommodation/lavender-vale-cottage
For more information contact the local office at (02) 6739 0700 or npws.ntab@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Wed 2 Sep 2020, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Apr 2026, 8.39am
Closed areas: Limestone Caves closed
The Limestone Caves in Kwiambal National Park are closed until further notice. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 15 Sep 2025, 10.34am to Fri 31 Dec 9999, 10.34am. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Feb 2026, 2.39pm
Closed parks: Kwiambal CCA Zone 1 - Closed for Public Access
As per the Plan Of Management, Kwiambal NP CCA Zone 1 is closed to public access. This reserve is only accessible via private property and is exempt from public access. This reserve is separate from Kwiambal National Park, which is accessible to the public.
For more information on the Kwiambal NP CCA Zone 1 Plan of Management please see: Kwiambal NP CCAZ Plan Of Management
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 1 Jan 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Apr 2026, 8.39am
Safety alerts: 4WD Access Only
Butterleaf Road, the access road into Butterleaf NP through the adjoining State Forest, is in very poor condition, and access is restricted to 4WD only. Please exercise caution and drive to conditions.
For further information contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Apr 2026, 8.39am
Safety alerts: Speed limits within park
Vehicle access in Boonoo Boonoo NP is restricted to a maximum of 40km/h throughout the park, and some areas with shared pedestrian access are restricted to 10km/h. Gravel roads can become slippery at times, particularly in wet weather, so please exercise caution and adhere to the sign-posted limits.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Wed 18 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Apr 2026, 9.33am
Safety alerts: Sherwood Forest Drive is 4wd and dry weather only
Sherwood Forest Drive is a 4WD, dry weather only road.
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Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Apr 2026, 8.16pm
Safety alerts: Pebbly Beach and Station Creek campgrounds - Changed access
Forest Corporation NSW will be conducting hauling operations on McPhillips Road, involving the use of logging trucks. An end date for the operation is unknown.
Please take care when driving along McPhillips Road and be cautious of approaching heavy vehicles.
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Applies from Fri 11 Jul 2025, 8.49am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.55am. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 6.13pm
Safety alerts: Station Creek canoe launch and viewing platform
The canoe launch and viewing platform at Station Creek has been removed, and public access remains restricted until a new structure is installed. This closure is necessary to ensure public safety and protect the surrounding environment.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 10.02am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.16am
Closed areas: Sid Burke Rest Area closed for works
Please be advised Sid Burke Rest Area is closed until further notice.
Emergency works are being undertaken to fix vandalised amenities building.
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Applies from Fri 23 Jan 2026, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 11.51am
Safety alerts: Safety Alert - Changed Road conditions: Waihou Rd 5T load limit
Waihou Rd has a 5 Tonne load limit due to a damaged bridge and a damaged culvert.
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Applies from Thu 1 Aug 2024, 9.53am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 1.41pm
Other planned events: 1080 baiting operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Yuraygir National Park from 1 January to 31 July 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. It's 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 Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Mon 27 Apr 2026, 11.54am to Sun 14 Jun 2026, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Sat 18 Apr 2026, 10.38am
Closed areas: Woody Head campground closure
Woody Head campground including all accommodation is closed from Monday 27 April to Sunday 14 June 2026 for maintenance and upgrade works.
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Applies from Thu 19 Sep 2024, 4.12pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 May 2026, 7.31am
Other planned events: Notice of noise from RAAF training operations
Bundjalung National Park visitors may experience loud aircraft noise until further notice. RAAF training operations from the nearby Evans Head Air Weapons Range may be heard and seen from the Black Rocks campground and Jerusalem Creek paddle route and walking track.
Please note:
- The RAAF schedule of planned air operations is available on the Defence Aircraft Noise webpage.
- RAAF schedules for the Air Weapons Range in Bundjalung National Park can change at short notice due to weather or other operational considerations.
- Aircraft may not utilise the range every day of scheduled operations.
For more information, call the NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200 or visit the Defence Aircraft Noise webpage.
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Applies from Thu 18 Sep 2025, 4.12pm to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 2 May 2026, 9.40am
Other planned events: 1080 baiting operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Bundjalung National Park from 24th September 2025 to 24th September 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. Its 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 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 Grafton area office on 02 66 411 500.
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Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 2.39pm to Fri 24 Jul 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Mar 2026, 10.15am
Closed areas: West End Trail - New England NP - Closed.
West End Trail in New England NP permanently closed due to multiple bridges out.
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Applies from Wed 12 Apr 2017, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 1.40pm
Other planned events: Yuraygir coastal walk river crossing contacts
The Yuraygir coastal walk river crossing contact details are:
- Wooli River crossing - call 0439 409 909
- Sandon River crossing - call 0429 520 255
- Corindi/Red Rock River crossing - no commercial service available
For further information please call the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Mon 21 Mar 2022, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Apr 2026, 3.10pm
Closed areas: Suttons road closed permanently due to storm damage road failure
Suttons road is closed to vehicle traffic following the second major pavement collapse in an area of highly dispersible soils. Alternate access is via Granite Pit or McMullens roads.
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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