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Last reviewed: Wed 7 April 2021, 3.09pm
Applies from Thu 3 Dec 2020, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Apr 2021, 3.09pm.
Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is open to visitors who would like to pre-book and stay in our campground or accommodation. Guided cave tours will recommence on Friday 2 April 2021.
We're completing critical maintenance of some cave facilities and walking tracks to ensure they are safe for visitation. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Applies from Wed 15 Jul 2020, 7.51am to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 7.52am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Jan 2021, 11.46am.
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a strategic ground and aerial baiting program for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The operations will involve the use of meat, manufactured products and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE’s) containing Poison 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate). The program will be continuous and ongoing from Thursday 31 December 2020 to Wednesday 30 June 2021 in the following parks, reserves and state conservation areas:
These programs have been designed to meet NPWS priority conservation and state focused biosecurity issues. All baiting locations will be signposted.
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 the NPWS Kanangra area on 02 6336 6200.
Applies from Wed 25 Dec 2019, 8.07pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 May 2021, 9.21am
All campgrounds and campsites listed on our website require a booking to be made before you visit. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.
The following areas of Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to bushfire or storm damage, road or track works:
Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls
Blackheath, Medlow Bath, Mount Victoria and Bells Line
Canyons and Rock climbing areas
Note: All canyons except Wollangambe 1 are open. Visitors should exercise caution as recent flooding may have left debris or moved rocks.
If you arrive at your local national park or other public space and it is too crowded to practice social distancing, it's your responsibility to leave the area.
To check which areas are closed, click the 'Show list' button on the Blue Mountains National Park page alert.
For further information call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Sat 1 May 2021, 8.57am. Last reviewed: Thu 6 May 2021, 8.26am
There is a fire in this park called Linden Creek HR. 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 3 May 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 6 May 2021, 8.25am
There is a fire in this park called Little Crater HR. 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 3 May 2021, 12.00am to Fri 7 May 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 May 2021, 10.58am
Ruby Creek walking track will be closed for maintenance from Monday 3 May to Friday 7 May 2021.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 5 May 2021, 12.21pm to Mon 17 May 2021, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 May 2021, 4.03pm
The Ultra Trail Australia running event is taking place in the Blue Mountains from Friday 14 May to Sunday 16 May inclusive. There will be runners on some walking tracks and sections of road.
Areas around the following visitor sites will be busy with some road and parking restrictions (see Blue Mountains City Council regarding road closures):
Please check the event website for further information.
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Applies from Wed 5 May 2021, 9.00am to Fri 7 May 2021, 11.53pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 May 2021, 6.08pm
Barren Grounds Nature Reserve is closed from 9am, Wednesday 5 May to Midnight Friday 7 May 2021 for a ground pest control operation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4887 8244.
Applies from Thu 22 Apr 2021, 1.41pm to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 1.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Apr 2021, 3.33pm
As a result of recent fire and flood impacts, many of the Kanangra-Boyd National Park traditional walking tracks will require advanced navigation skills to complete the walks.
Many of the remote walking tracks are impacted by vegetation regrowth and many tree hazards exist along the paths.
Traditional walking pads are now very hard to see and maps and GPS devices may be required to complete the walking tracks.
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Applies from Thu 22 Apr 2021, 2.00pm to Fri 11 Jun 2021, 4.23pm. Last reviewed: Sat 1 May 2021, 10.46am
The Glenbrook precinct in Blue Mountains National Park will be closed for roadworks from Monday 3 May 2021 to Friday 11 June 2021, inclusive. The closed areas include:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Fri 26 Mar 2021, 5.07pm to Mon 10 May 2021, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 May 2021, 2.12pm
Road access into Jenolan Caves (from both directions) is closed from 5pm Friday 19 March 2021 for the foreseeable future due to flood damage. As a result, Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve is closed until at least Monday 10 May 2021.
The closed areas include:
Jenolan Caves offers complete booking flexibility, and our staff can organise a voucher valid for up to three years or provide a refund for any cancellations for experiences that have been pre-paid.
NPWS staff are in the process of contacting affected guests but if you require assistance, please call 02 6359 3900 or email the bookings team for accommodation and dining related enquires.
For cave tour related enquires, you can call 02 6359 3923 or email reception.
This closure extension is required to give Transport for NSW time to finalise risk assessment works of 2 Mile Road (Oberon side access road into Jenolan). It's also required to determine a long-term recovery and access plan for the Hampton Bend and 5 Mile Road (Sydney side access road into Jenolan), which will take considerably longer to repair.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Wed 21 Apr 2021, 11.37am to Tue 22 Jun 2021, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Apr 2021, 11.46am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be ongoing between 26 April 2021 to 21 June 2021 in Nattai 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 Hawkesbury-Nattai Area – Mount Annan Office on (02) 4632 4500.
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Applies from Tue 20 Apr 2021, 9.12am to Mon 16 Aug 2021, 9.13am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Apr 2021, 3.41pm
An aerial pest management program will be conducted between Sunday 8 August to Saturday 14 August 2021 for the control of deer, goats, feral pigs and other pests. The following affected reserves will be closed;
Please note the Bungonia National Park front gate and camping ground will close Friday 6 August 4pm and reopen by Monday 16 August 8am 2021.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please call NPWS Illawarra Highlands Area on 02 4887 8244.
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Applies from Mon 12 Apr 2021, 1.40pm to Mon 10 May 2021, 1.41pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 May 2021, 2.13pm
Due to severe flood damage, the section of Six Foot walking track between Alum Creek and Jenolan Caves will remain closed.
Jenolan Caves is also closed while flood repair work is occuring.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200. For further information regarding open sections of Six Foot track please call Crown Lands 0436 650 493.
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Applies from Mon 20 Jan 2020, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Apr 2021, 10.14am
Most of Morton National Park remains closed due to bushfire damage and to protect the safety of our visitors.
However, the following areas are now open:
An overnight walk in Morton National Park wilderness areas requires a trip intention form at this time, as per our COVID-19 update.
Most of Morton National Park has been bushfire-affected. Caution should be taken as risks may still be present.
Do not enter the closed areas of this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Fri 26 Mar 2021, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Apr 2021, 2.56pm
Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) track has been damaged by fire, storms and flooding. The trail is overgrown with significant understorey brush and grass growth.
Fallen trees, vegetation covered loose rocks and burnt out stump holes may result in slips, trips and falls. Advanced navigation skills are required to undertake this trail.
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Applies from Mon 19 Apr 2021, 3.38pm to Tue 19 Oct 2021, 3.38pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Apr 2021, 4.03pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Monday 19 April to Tuesday 19 October 2021.
The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:
There will be signs at all baiting locations.
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 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 call the NPWS Nowra office on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Thu 1 Apr 2021, 2.41pm to Tue 18 May 2021, 2.44pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Apr 2021, 9.53am
Burralow Creek campground is open, however Tabaraga Ridge fire trail the 'Burralow Rd/Kurrajong Heights' access trails are closed until further notice, due to:
The only access now open to Burralow campground is via Paterson Range fire trail. Enter near the Bilpin Fruitbowl, via Bells Line of Road. 4WD access only.
Campers must book in advance under COVID-19 health requirements.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Apr 2021, 12.59pm
Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury area office on 02 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 27 Aug 2020, 4.20pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Apr 2021, 9.04am
Guula Ngurra National Park is closed. NSW National Parks plans to open the park within the next 3 months, after building works and campground facilities are completed. This closure will be reviewed on Monday 31 May 2021.
Only the Mount Penang section of Guula Ngurra is open, including Mount Penang loop walk, which was formerly part of Bangadilly National Park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Thu 3 Dec 2020, 2.57pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Apr 2021, 11.00am
Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve is open for pre-booked camping, some hard-roofed accommodation, and bushwalking only. Guided cave tours will recommence on Friday 2 April 2021. The Grove Creek Cabins remain closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Sun 28 Mar 2021, 8.17am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Apr 2021, 11.03am
Mount Solitary and Ruined Castle walking tracks are flood affected. Caution is advised when entering these areas. Hazards that may be present include fallen trees, washed-out drainage and creek lines, landslides, unstable surfaces and changes to track condition.
A high level of preparedness is required. Please exercise caution in remote areas.
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Applies from Thu 3 Dec 2020, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Apr 2021, 3.09pm
Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is open to visitors who would like to pre-book and stay in our campground or accommodation. Guided cave tours will recommence on Friday 2 April 2021.
We're completing critical maintenance of some cave facilities and walking tracks to ensure they are safe for visitation. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Wed 15 Jul 2020, 12.38pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Apr 2021, 10.17am
All caves in Bungonia National Park and Bungonia State Conservation Area are closed due to COVID-19 restrictions. Speleological groups and other registered organisations operating under a COVID Safety Plan may apply for conditional entry via email.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre on 02 4887 7270.
Please note:
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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Apr 2021, 9.28am
The following campgrounds are closed:
Due to recent heavy rains campgrounds between Caringal and Wirritin on the Shoalhaven River, this section may be affected by flood debris and steep sand walls to access the sites. Please use caution and move onto another campground if there are issues.
There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.
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Applies from Fri 19 Feb 2021, 5.05pm. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Mar 2021, 9.11am
Mount Bushwalker Road and walking track in Morton National Park are closed from Friday 19 February to Wednesday 30 June 2021. The closure is due to upgrade works on the road, carpark and track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 2 Apr 2020, 2.54pm to Tue 1 Jun 2021, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Mar 2021, 2.06pm
Cave Creek picnic area and walking track are closed until June 2021, while maintenance works are completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call 02 4588 2400.
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Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 12.27pm to Thu 14 Oct 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 19 Mar 2021, 2.01pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is disposing of used 1080 baits and baiting products in an approved disposal pit on NPWS estate within the Fitzroy Falls area.
Burial of used baits and products will occur from Wednesday 14 October 2020 to Wednesday 14 April 2021. All bait material in the pit will be buried under at least 500mm of soil, clear of waterways so as not to cause pollution of waterways, in accordance with Pesticide Control Order (1080 bait products) 2019.
There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to the disposal pit site.
1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) is lethal to pets (including domestic dogs and cats) and working dogs. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance. Domestic pets, including dogs and cats are not permitted in national parks or reserves. Restrain working and assistance dogs to ensure they don’t enter the baiting areas. If you need your dogs to work in the baiting area outside of national park estate, we suggest muzzling them.
For more information, contact Melinda Norton at the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.
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Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Fri 19 Mar 2021, 2.01pm
All access to the base of Belmore Falls from Hindmarsh and Belmore Falls lookout and picnic area is permanently closed due to safety risks. Access is also closed from the causeway to the top of the falls. These access points are prohibited to visitors and penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.14pm to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 3.16pm. Last reviewed: Sat 13 Feb 2021, 3.01pm
George Boyd Rainforest and lookout walks are closed due to bushfire damage.
You can still visit George Boyd lookout and picnic areas by car. Do not enter the closed areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 26 Mar 2020, 2.47pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 May 2021, 12.20pm
NPWS is working to reopen all campgrounds and accommodations where possible. However, some locations need to remain closed to ensure compliance with the current rules on public gatherings, or for other reasons such as fire or flood damage.
From 1 June 2020, all reopened campgrounds and campsites will require a booking to be made before you visit.
The closed campgrounds are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.
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Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 4.24pm to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 4.25pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Feb 2021, 9.17am
12 Mile Road is closed west of George Boyd lookout. Please do not enter the closed areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.35pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Feb 2021, 9.16am
Tianjara fire trail is closed. Please do not enter the closed area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 11.15am to Thu 21 Oct 2021, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Jan 2021, 12.43pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be conducted between Wednesday 14 October 2020 and Wednesday 14 April 2021 in the Kangaroo Valley, Budgong and Illaroo areas.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Penalties apply for non-compliance. 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 NPWS Highlands office on 024887 8244.
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Applies from Thu 14 May 2020, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Jan 2021, 11.25am
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 Wed 15 Jul 2020, 7.51am to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 7.52am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Jan 2021, 11.46am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a strategic ground and aerial baiting program for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The operations will involve the use of meat, manufactured products and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE’s) containing Poison 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate). The program will be continuous and ongoing from Thursday 31 December 2020 to Wednesday 30 June 2021 in the following parks, reserves and state conservation areas:
These programs have been designed to meet NPWS priority conservation and state focused biosecurity issues. All baiting locations will be signposted.
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 the NPWS Kanangra area on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 4 Dec 2020, 2.57pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Jan 2021, 9.59am
The following campsites are closed:
Due to recent heavy rains campgrounds between Caringal and Wirritin may be be affected by flood debris and steep sand walls to access the sites. Please use caution and move onto another campground if there are issues.
There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.
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Applies from Thu 16 Jul 2020, 12.23pm. Last reviewed: Sun 8 Nov 2020, 6.28pm
The cafe at Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre is currently closed until mid 2021. We apologise for any inconvenience.
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Applies from Mon 31 Aug 2020, 10.15am. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Aug 2020, 4.38pm
The Blue Lake and Jenolan River walk in the Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve are closed for construction works. Please refer to the Jenolan Caves website for more information.
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Applies from Wed 3 Jun 2020, 5.34pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jul 2020, 2.43pm
If you're planning to stay at a campground managed by Crown Lands (e.g. on Six Foot Track) from 1 June 2020, you now need to fill out the Crown reserves camping registration form.
To register fill in the online form and submit.
This link can be emailed or sent by text message. The form can be submitted on a smartphone or computer.
This is requiered to comply with the Public Health Order and COVID-19 Safety Plans.
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Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.33pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.52pm
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 Abercrombie River 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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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/mares-forest-national-park/local-alerts
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