Nearby alerts
Applies from Tue 3 Mar 2026, 10.45am to Fri 13 Mar 2026, 10.55am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Mar 2026, 2.43pm
Other planned events: Tree management works at Indian Head and Kylies Beach campgrounds
Hazardous tree treatment works will be undertaken at Indian Head and Kylies Beach campgrounds in Crowdy Bay National Park on Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th March 2026 between 8:00am and 5:00pm. The works will remove dangerous overhanging branches and deadwood from trees to ensure campground safety.
The works will cause some noise disturbance and temporary access restrictions. Visitors are asked not to leave vehicles or camping gear unattended at the campgrounds during the scheduled period. Please abide by all exclusion zones and signage, and follow the instructions of staff/contractors to ensure the works can be undertaken safely and efficiently.
The works may impact access to the following facilities:
- Kylies Hut
- Metcalfes walking track
- Forest walking track
- Diamond Head Loop walk
For more information, contact the NPWS Port Macquarie office on 02 6588 5555.
Affects 1 park and 6 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Fri 27 Feb 2026, 3.13pm to Fri 20 Mar 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Mar 2026, 3.55pm
Closed areas: Bombah Point Ferry out of service
The Bombah Point Ferry will be out of service from Monday 23 February to Friday 20th March 2026 for essential maintenance.
Please access Myall Lakes National Park via Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6591 0300. Contact hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm.
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Mar 2026, 9.10am
Closed areas: Flood affected areas within Myall Lakes National Park
The following areas in Myall Lakes National Park are temporarily closed due to flood impacts:
- Dees Corner campground
- Joes Cove campground
- White Tree Bay campground and picnic area
NPWS is working to reopen these areas as soon as possible.
For more information, call the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Sun 1 Mar 2026, 9.29am to Fri 30 Jun 2028, 9.29am. Last reviewed: Sun 1 Mar 2026, 9.32am
Closed areas: Ferny Creek Campground Closed
Ferny Creek Campground remains closed until further notice do to collapsed bridge
Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 18 Dec 2025, 2.29pm to Tue 7 Apr 2026, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Feb 2026, 6.19pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban, Wallingat, Myall Lakes and Tapin Tops National Parks
A park fire ban is in place in this park from midnight Thursday 18th December 2025 and remains in effect until midnight Monday 6th April 2026, 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 2 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Sun 25 Jan 2026, 11.59am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Feb 2026, 4.03pm
Closed areas: Mungo Beach closed to 4WD vehicles due to hazardous conditions
Mungo Beach is closed to 4WD vehicles due to hazardous conditions from 25 January 2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
Applies from Sat 23 Aug 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jan 2026, 2.43pm
Other planned events: Road upgrades in Myall Lakes National Park
Multiple roads within Myall Lakes National Park are planned for upgrade under the Infrastructure Betterment Fund Program.
Visitors can expect minor changes to access during the following timeframes (weather permitting):
- Korsmans Road: Nov 2025 to Feb 2026
- Stoney Creek Road: March to April 2026
- Bombah Point Road: Dec 2025 to April 2026
- Yagon Road: March to April 2026
- Mungo Brush Road – Stage 2: July to Oct 2026
Please drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control.
For further information, please call NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 02 6591 0300 (business hours).
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
Applies from Tue 4 Nov 2025, 5.25pm to Mon 29 Jun 2026, 5.28pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Mar 2026, 3.50pm
Closed parks: The Glen Nature Reserve closed due to landslips and flood damage
The Glen Nature Reserve is closed until further notice to allow contractors to undertake landslip remediation. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.
NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 11.24am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Feb 2026, 9.21am
Other planned events: No firepits provided at Crowdy Gap campground
Visitors are advised that for safety reasons firepits have been removed from Crowdy Gap campground.
Fires are not permitted on the ground. If you choose to have a fire you must bring your own portable fire pit or brazier. Braziers can be hired from Diamond Head campground if required.
Visitors must also bring in their own firewood and be aware of fire regulations and any park or total fire bans in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 12.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Feb 2026, 9.42am
Closed parks: National parks closed due to flood damage
The following reserves are closed until further notice due to flood impacts;
- Barrakee SCA
- Coocumbac Island NR
- Killabakh NR
- Wingham Brush NR
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters.
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.
Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 16 Oct 2025, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Feb 2026, 3.12pm
Other planned events: Brimbin Pontoon (Dawson River) closed
Brimbin Pontoon has sustained damage and is temporarily closed. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 5 Jun 2025, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Feb 2026, 9.42am
Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Wallingat National Park
Multiple walking tracks in Wallingat National Park are closed until further notice due to storm and flood damage:
- Cabbage Palm & Coachwood loop track
- Double Wharf Trail
- Sugar Creek Trail
For further information please contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
Affects 1 park and 5 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.43am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Mar 2026, 6.11pm
Closed areas: Little Mountain campground and Little Mountain Road closed for repair
Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while repairs and upgrades to the campground are being planned and delivered.
Barricades are in place around the closed areas. Tattersalls campground and Double Wharf picnic area remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4984 8200.
Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list
Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Aug 2025, 10.22am
Closed areas: Yacaaba Headland walking track partial closure
Yacaaba Headland walking track, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Hawks Nest, is open to a viewing point. Beyond this point the track is closed for visitor safety.
Yacaaba Spit track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.
Penalties may apply for non-compliance. For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list
