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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jun 2026, 5.05pm
Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed
Many roads, fire trails and walking tracks in Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to infrastructure repairs, upgrades or damage caused by wet weather including subsidence, rockfalls, landslides and fallen trees.
Katoomba and Leura
- Katoomba Kiosk Reserve, Reids Plateau and Round Walk east are closed to due to Council upgrades. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
- Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall hazards. (Visible bridge from Echo Point. Side route off Three Sisters Track and Giant Stairs).
- Furber Steps walk and Round walking track (full loop) are closed from Wednesday 20 May to Tuesday 30 June 2026, for track upgrade works. There will be no access to Federal Pass from these tracks. Alternative access/exits are via Fern Bower, Giant Stairway, or Scenic World (costs apply). Visitors can also access Federal Pass from Golden Stairs however access via these routes is more adventurous and remote.
- Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck fire trail) is closed to vehicles near Cliff Drive due to a road subsidence. There is no vehicle access to Golden Stairs trackhead. Walkers and cyclists are permitted.
- Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck) south of Pumphouse Trail Golden Stairs, Federal Pass (from Golden Stairs to Scenic World Valley Stations), will be closed intermittently for a helicopter operation from 18-19 June 2026. Delays should be expected.
- Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.
- Six Foot track is closed at the boundary to the Jenolan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve. Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (including the Caves Visitor Precinct) is closed until 31 December 2026. There is no access to the entire reserve during this time.
- Mt Hay Road will be closed from Tuesday 9 June to Thursday 17 December 2026 for Fire Trail upgrades. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.
- No access to Lockleys Pylon walking track from Tuesday 9th June to Thursday 17th December to allow for upgrade works along Mt Hay.
Wentworth Falls and Woodford
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Pedestrian and vehicle access to Wentworth Falls Day Use Area and car park from Falls Rd will be closed on the 16-17 June 2026 for tree work. Visitors will be able to walk in/ out from Murphy's Lane, Darwins Walk or Conservation Hut only.
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Part of National Pass (west of Wentworth Falls middle crossing) is closed due to a major landslide and ongoing risks.
- Wentworth Pass and Slack Stairs are closed due to elevated boardwalk repairs. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls routes.
- Valley of the Waters is closed below Silvia Falls due rockfall hazards. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls.
- Princes Rock walking track is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026. Princes Rock lookout is however accessible from Overcliff/Undercliff track.
- Fletchers lookout is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026.
- Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
- Winbourne fire trail (L6) in Woodford will be closed for maintenance from Monday 25 May to Friday 26 June 2026.
- Lawson Ridge fire trail will be closed for road maintenance from Wednesday 10 June to Friday 10 July 2026.
Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road
- Green Gully precinct including Dunphys Campground and Galong Cabins is closed for road upgrade works until 1 July 2026 (weather dependent). This means there is no access to the K-2-K, Iron Pot Route, Breakfast Creek, Ironmonger Route or Bellbird Ridge Fire Trail.
- Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and part of the walking track are closed. For more information visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).
- Govetts descent and parts of Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. Valley access from Blackheath is via Horse Track.
Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing
Juggler (aka Point Pilcher) Canyon exit has been affected by a recent rockfall event. Canyoners should use caution and exit around the impact site.
Some adventure recreation areas and routes may be closed where the access or exit road/track is mentioned above.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre.
Applies from Tue 9 Jun 2026, 8.48am. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jun 2026, 12.29pm
Closed areas: Ngula Bulgarabang Tree Work
Tree safety works will be conducted on the dam access road from on 10, 17 & 19 June. Access to the dam is closed on 10 & 17. The entre reserve will be closed on 19 June.
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Applies from Thu 30 Apr 2026, 11.28am. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jun 2026, 12.06pm
Closed areas: Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area closures and partial closures
Several areas within Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area are closed or under traffic management due to ongoing roadworks and visitor infrastructure upgrades. These measures are in place to support public safety while new and improved visitor infrastructure is under development.
State Mine Gully Road
- State Mine Gully Road is closed to the public between Dobbs Drift and Lost City Road to enable road upgrade works. Visitors cannot access Gardens of Stone SCA or Wollemi National Park via State Mine Gully Road during this closure.
- Traffic management is in place on State Mine Gully Road between Lost City Road and Old Bells Line of Road to support road upgrade works. Reduced speed limits and temporary traffic lights are in operation and increased heavy vehicle movements should be expected. Please allow extra travel time and follow all signage and traffic control directions.
Alternative access to the park is via Old Bells Line of Road, including access to Lost City Lookout (south), Lost City walking track and Glow Worm Tunnel.
Lost City North
Lost City North Lookout is closed from Monday 19 May through to July for carpark and lookout upgrades. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.
Forest Campground precinct
The area west of Glow Worm Tunnel Road, from Western Boundary Road to Fire Trail No. 1, is closed to support the development of a major new visitor precinct. New visitor infrastructure includes major road upgrades, a family-friendly campground, and cycling and walking experiences.
There is no public access to:
- Western Boundary Road
- Red Hill Road
- Camp Road
- Newnes Afforestation Camp
- All roads within the closed area, including access to the southern end of Carne Creek Canyon
- Broad Swamp Car Park
Walking tracks
The following walking tracks are temporarily closed due to construction and maintenance works:
- Broad Swamp Loop Walk
- Broad Swamp to Birds Rock Walking Track (Pagoda Walk – Section 1)
Camping information
Bush camping is permitted at sites located more than 200 metres from park infrastructure, including walking tracks and lookouts.
Visitors are advised to plan ahead, check the NPWS website before travelling for the latest updates, and follow all on-site signage and directions.
For more information, please contact the Kanangra Area office:
Email: npws.Kanangra@environment.nsw.gov.au
Phone: (02) 6336 6200
Access restrictions are strictly enforced to support visitor safety, and penalties may apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 12.22pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jun 2026, 9.11pm
Other planned events: Detour in place for access to Hartley Historic Site
Hartley Historic Site is still open, however the Great Western Highway at Victoria Pass, Mount Victoria remains closed.
Please detour via Darling Causeway, Bell, and Lithgow, and allow an extra 45 minutes of travel time if travelling from Mount Victoria
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Applies from Fri 5 Jun 2026, 2.38pm to Fri 26 Jun 2026, 2.38pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jun 2026, 2.58pm
Closed areas: Spring Creek Fire Trail
Spring Creek Fire Trail is closed to vehicles due to wet conditions making the trail impassible. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will monitor conditions, but the trail is expected to remain closed until Friday 26 June 2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information please contact the NPWS Central West Area Office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640 or Dubbo on 02 6841 7100 or via email npws.centralwest@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Fri 5 Jun 2026, 1.00am to Wed 8 Jul 2026, 1.13pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 1.16pm
Other planned events: Notice of use of HOGGONE meSN Feral Pig Bait from 8 June 2026
Due to a large number of feral pigs causing impacts the Reserve, and to meet NPWS's General Biosecurity Duty, (GBD), under the Biosecurity Act, NPWS will be using Hoggone to control feral pigs.
NPWS pesticides trained staff will be using a new control product to lessen the impacts caused by feral pigs in Goobang National Park.
HOGGONE will be used on this reserve, and the product is a peanut based product with Sodium nitrite as the poison.
This product is very effective on controlling feral pigs and when used carefully has few off-target impacts.
NPWS staff will be monitoring the success of the program, and this program may last a few weeks.
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Applies from Wed 3 Jun 2026, 8.00am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 1.34pm
Closed parks: Yuranaigh's Aboriginal Grave Closed for Upgrades and conservation
Yuranigh's Aboriginal Grave HS will be closed from 8am Wednesday 3 June through to 8 am 19 June 2026 due to visitor upgrades and conservation activities.
The front gate to the site will be locked. There will be no access by vehicle or on foot.
Penalties will be actioned for non-compliance.
For more information contact Bathurst office 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Wed 3 Jun 2026, 11.16am to Thu 18 Jun 2026, 11.16am. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Jun 2026, 7.55am
Other planned events: Hil End planned power outage 17th June
Hill End planned power outage 17th June 2026 from 9am to 3pm - power supply will be temporarily interrupted.
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Applies from Tue 2 Jun 2026, 1.17pm. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Jun 2026, 1.23pm
Closed areas: Genowlan Mesa Closed to vehicles due to wet weather
The Genowlan Mesa is closed to vehiclesdue to forecast wet weather.
No access to the following areas
- Airly Turret
- Airly Turret Radio Tower
- Diamond Mine
- Valley of the Dinosaurs
- The Grotto
- The Ultimate Slot
- Genowlan Point
This closure does not affect the Airly Campground. Visitors may still walk in the reserve.
For more information please contact the Mudgee Area Office on 02 6370 9000 or npws.mudgee@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 9 May 2022, 8.53am to Tue 1 Sep 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 9.32am
Closed parks: Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve closed
Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve will remain closed to the public until 2026 due to ongoing flood repairs and enhancements to visitor services and facilities. NPWS will announce a reopening date in the new year.
The closure affects the entire reserve, including walking tracks, campgrounds, Arch Cottage, caves and trails.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4843 5976.
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Applies from Tue 31 Mar 2026, 12.33pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 7.59am
Closed areas: General Store temporarily closed
General Store temporarily closed. Closest fuel stations are located at Wattle Flat or Hargraves
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Applies from Sat 14 Mar 2026, 9.30am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Apr 2026, 8.42am
Closed areas: Galong Cabins closed
Galong Cabins are closed for 2026 due to maintenance upgrades.
For more information contact the Blue Mountains heritage Centre: (02) 4787 8877
Applies from Sun 1 Mar 2026, 7.00am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 4.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 8.08am
Other incidents: Notice of 1080 Baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be ongoing between Tuesday 1 March 2026 to Wednesday 31 August 2026 along management trails in Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area and Goobang National park.
Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions as well as other appropriate locations throughout the reserve.
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 reserve or baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call the NPWS Central West area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640
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Applies from Tue 24 Feb 2026, 10.10am to Fri 26 Feb 2027, 9.48am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 May 2026, 7.52am
Closed areas: Bertha's Gully walking track - Closed for maintenance
Bertha's Gully walking track within Weddin Mountains National Park is currently closed for ongoing maintenance due to unsafe conditions. The track will remain closed until works can be completed to ensure visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Sun 1 Mar 2026, 12.00am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 May 2026, 7.52am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) and fresh meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The 1080 bating program is ongoing and will continue to be conducted between 01 March 2026 and 31 August 2026 within Winburndale Nature Reserve. All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. Pets and working dogs may be affected and must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity of the nature reserve and must not enter the baiting location (as 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at Bathurst on (02) 6332 7640.
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Applies from Thu 18 Jul 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 9.04am
Closed parks: Park closed for major infrastructure repairs and upgrades
Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (including the Visitor Precinct and walking tracks) is closed until 31st December 2026 while major infrastructure repairs and upgrades are underway.
There is no access to the Reserve or Jenolan Caves via the Six Foot Track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Oberon NPWS office on 6336 6200.
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Applies from Mon 5 May 2025, 1.41pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2026, 10.49am
Other planned events: Changes to Bald Hill Underground Tourist Mine Tours - Hill End Historic Site
The Bald Hill Underground Tourist Mine operator will no longer be offering tours from 1 July 2025. Tours will not be available for the short term. Please visit the National Parks website for updates.
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Applies from Mon 25 Aug 2025, 9.38am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 9.39am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jun 2026, 8.08am
Closed areas: Royal Hotel is temporarily closed.
Royal Hotel is temporarily closed until further notice.
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Applies from Mon 7 Aug 2023, 11.25am to Thu 1 Aug 2030, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 9.06am
Other planned events: Craigmoor is closed to the public
Craigmoor is closed to the public. There is no public access to the house or grounds.
See the website for a virtual tour of the house, or contact the local office for information on 6370 9050
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Applies from Sat 12 Jul 2025, 1.48pm to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 1.31pm
Other planned events: Weed Spraying
Maynggu Ganai Historic Site consist of three separate management precincts - locally referred to as the Government House Block, the Military Barracks Block and the Well Block. Please be advised that the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) undertakes regular and ongoing weed spraying operations across these three areas. These weed management works include (but are not limited too) spraying of all of the boundary and timber bollard fence lines and internal walking track routes with Roundup Biactive and Associate (being glyphosate and metsulfuron chemical products respectively). These works are conducted in order to; control exotic grasses and environmental weeds, assist with grounds maintenance activities such as mowing and improve the aesthetics of the site. In addition, NPWS staff then treat other emerging weeds on a cases by case basis, such as St Johns Wort using Grazon Extra.
For further information regarding this activity please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at either Dubbo on 02 6841 7100 or Bathurst on 02 6332 7640
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Applies from Thu 20 Jul 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jan 2026, 3.52pm
Safety alerts: Haulage trucks using Old Bells Line of Rd
Haulage trucks are in operation along Old Bells Line of Rd between the park entrance near Chifley Road (Zig Zag Railway) and Clarence Sands during the following times:
• Monday to Friday: 04.00 to 18.00
• Saturday: 04.00 to 13.00
During these times road users are reminded to:
• drive with caution
• adhere to the speed limit of 40 km/hr
• listen for truck movements via UHF-11
If a UHF radio is unavailable, NPWS recommends to access the reserve via State Mine Gully Rd. For more information contact the Kanangra Area office on (02) 6336 6200.
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Applies from Tue 18 Feb 2020, 5.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Apr 2026, 8.03am
Closed areas: Tramway trail closed to vehicles due to rockfall
Tramway trail in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area is closed to vehicles until further notice. The closure is due to a rockfall adjacent to the trail.
A geotechnical risk assessment has been undertaken. Repairs to address safety issues need to be undertaken before reopening. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Thu 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 May 2026, 8.20pm
Safety alerts: Reduce speed and drive to conditions
Ongoing wet weather has impacted the roads in this reserve, leaving them washed out and/or under water for long periods of time. While they have dried out, access trails can still have rough surfaces and require maintenance. Please reduce speed, drive to conditions, and be aware of your surroundings. Heavy plant may be working in the area and care should be taken if you come across them.
For more information, contact the NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.
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Applies from Wed 6 Jul 2022, 2.56pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2026, 10.49am
Safety alerts: Golden Gully track access
Golden Gully will be closed to users when weather forecasts predict 20mm or more of rainfall within a 24 hour period. Erosion and hazards may be present within the gully during and following significant and prolonged periods of rainfall. Please take care and follow on site signage.
For more information contact the NPWS Hill End Historic Site office on 02 6370 9050.
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Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 May 2026, 8.09am
Other planned events: Marangaroo National Park
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 Marangaroo 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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