Applies from Mon 12 Oct 2026, 12.00am to Mon 12 Oct 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sun 11 Oct 2026, 5.23pm

Closed areas: Total fire ban - all tracks and trails closed Monday 12 October 2026

All tracks and trails in the following parks are closed on Monday 12 October 2026 due to a Total Fire Ban and elevated Fire Danger Rating

• Lane Cove National Park
• Berowra Valley National Park
• Berowra Valley Regional Park
• Marramarra National Park
• Wallumatta Nature Reserve
• Dalrymple Hay Nature Reserve
• Dural Nature Reserve

Campgrounds in Berowra Valley National Park and Marramarra National Park are also closed, including:

• Tunks Ridge campground
• Marramarra Creek Main campground
• Marramarra Creek Orchard campground
• Twin Beaches campground

Picnic areas and boat ramps will remain open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the NPWS contact centre on 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

Please review RFS information on Total Fire Bans, Fire Danger Ratings and keep up to date using the Hazards Near Me app:

https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

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• Marramarra National Park
  • Canoelands Ridge horse riding trail
  • Canoelands Ridge walking track
  • Coba Ridge to Collingridge Point walking track
  • Gentlemans Halt campground
  • Marramarra Creek campground
  • Marramarra Ridge to Smugglers Ridge walking track
  • Twin Beaches campground

Applies from Mon 12 Oct 2026, 12.00am to Mon 12 Oct 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sun 11 Oct 2026, 5.05pm

Closed areas: Total Fire Ban - All tracks and trails closed in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - Monday 12 October 2026

All tracks and trails in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park are closed on  Monday 12 October 2026 due to a Total Fire Ban and elevated Fire Danger rating.

The following areas are closed:

• Aboriginal Heritage Walk

• America Bay Walking Track

• Bairne Walking Track

• Barrenjoey Lighthouse

• Basin Aboriginal Art Site

• The Basin and Mackerel track

• Berowra track to Apple tree bay

• Birrawanna walking track

• Centre Walking track

• Elvina Trail

• Flint and Steel

• Gibberagong Walking track

• Great North Walk

• Perimeter trail

• Red Hands Cave track

• Salvation loop trail

• Resolute Picnic Area

• Topham Walking track

• Upper Gledhill Falls

• Wallaroo Walking Track

• Waratah Walking track

• West Head road

• West Head lookout

• West Head Army Track

• Willunga Trig walking track

• Salvation Creek picnic area

• Barrenjoey headland

• Sphinx memorial precinct

• Stringybark Ridge precinct

• Kalkari Discovery Centre

• Kalkari track

• All remote campgrounds (accessible by water only)

These areas will remain open:

• Apple Tree Bay picnic area

• Apple Tree Bay boat ramp

• Bobbin Head picnic areas

• Bobbin Head Marina

• Duckholes picnic area

• Illawong Bay picnic area

• Gibberagong Boardwalk

• The Basin campground and picnic area (accessible by water only)

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Bobbin Head Visitor Centre on 02 9472 8949.

Please review RFS information on Total Fire Bans, Fire Danger Ratings, and keep up to date using the Hazards Near Me app:

https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

Applies from Mon 12 Oct 2026, 12.00am to Mon 12 Oct 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sun 11 Oct 2026, 4.32pm

Fire bans: Total Fire Ban

A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.

Affects 7 parks nearby. Show list

• Dharug National Park
• Maroota Historic Site
• Maroota Ridge State Conservation Area
• Marramarra National Park
• Parr State Conservation Area
• Wisemans Ferry Historic Site
• Yengo National Park

Applies from Fri 31 Jul 2026, 10.25pm to Mon 1 Feb 2027, 2.26am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Oct 2026, 11.14am

Other planned events: 1080 pest management operation

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 August 2026 and 31 January 2027 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.

Do not touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

All baiting locations are 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.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

For more information, contact the local park office on:

• Forestville 9451 3479 or Lane Cove 8448 0400 (business hours)
• NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)

Applies from Tue 6 Oct 2026, 7.00am to Tue 13 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Oct 2026, 9.09am

Safety alerts: Painting of Apple Tree Bay toilets

The toilets at Apple Tree Bay will be painted from Tuesday 6 October to Tuesday 13 October 2026, weather dependent.

One side of the toilets will be painted at a time, allowing for use as unisex toilets.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.

Applies from Thu 24 Sep 2026, 9.00am to Tue 13 Oct 2026, 4.35pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Oct 2026, 4.02pm

Closed areas: Jacombs Trail

Jacombs Trail within Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is closed due to maintenance works from Friday 25th September to Tuesday 13th October 2026.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 8448 0400.

Applies from Thu 1 Oct 2026, 12.00am to Wed 31 Mar 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 11.26am

Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Wollemi-Yengo Reserves

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)

However the following campgrounds are exempt:

Dharug National Park

• Mill Creek Campground

Mount Royal National Park

• Youngville Campground

Yengo National Park

• Blue Gums Campground
• Mountain Arm Campground
• Yengo House
• Finchley Campground
• Mogo Campground

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 3 parks nearby. Show list

• Dharug National Park
• Parr State Conservation Area
• Yengo National Park

Applies from Fri 12 Dec 2025, 12.35pm. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Sep 2026, 9.08am

Safety alerts: Howes Trail road condition – experienced 4WD only

Howes trail from Putty Road to Yango Track is rough and severely eroded. Experienced 4WD only. Take care and drive safely.

For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555 or NSW Crown Lands 1300 886 235

Affects 1 park and 7 locations nearby. Show list

• Yengo National Park
  • Big Yango House
  • Big Yango loop trail
  • Blue Gums campground
  • Finchley campground
  • Finchley cultural walk
  • Finchley lookout
  • Howes trail

Applies from Fri 3 Jul 2026, 8.58am to Mon 2 Nov 2026, 8.59am. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Sep 2026, 9.08am

Other planned events: Conservation works on Devines Hill

Conservation works are underway on the Devines Hill section of the Old Great North Road, near Hangman's Rock. The Devines Hill section is from Settlers Road to Shepherds Gully Road.

Plant machinery will be operating from Monday to Friday. Do not approach machinery while under operation. The trail may be uneven and narrow during this time. Walk carefully and follow the directions of signs and NPWS staff and contractors.

For more information, contact the Wollemi - Yengo Area Office - (02) 6574 5555.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Dharug National Park
  • Devines Hill loop
  • Old Great North Road bike ride
  • Old Great North Road - World Heritage walk

Applies from Tue 16 Jun 2026, 1.35pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Jun 2026, 1.58pm

Safety alerts: Wombat Mange Treatment Big Yango Visitor Precinct

A wombat mange treatment program is currently underway in the Big Yango Visitor Precinct, Yengo National Park. Mange affected animals may be seen during daylight. For your safety, do not approach any affected animals.

For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Yengo National Park
  • Big Yango House
  • Big Yango loop trail
  • Blue Gums campground

Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.15am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Sep 2026, 9.14am

Closed parks: Wisemans Ferry Historic Site closed

Due to the sensitive nature of this site, access to Wisemans Ferry Historic Site is restricted to approved research and cultural activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

• Wisemans Ferry Historic Site