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Mungo National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Mon 18 May 2026, 11.55am

Applies from Sat 16 May 2026, 10.00am to Thu 21 May 2026, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 May 2026, 11.55am.

Closed areas: Mungo accommodation closure due to predicted wet weather

Due to predicted wet weather, all accommodation on Mungo National Park will be closed from 10 am Saturday 16 May 2026 to 2pm Thursday 21 May 2026.

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

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Applies from Mon 5 Jan 2026, 2.00pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 10.02am.

Safety alerts: Variable condition of unsealed Council access roads

Council-managed access roads to Mungo National Park are unsealed and in variable condition. Before travelling on any unsealed roads, please check road condition reports for Balranald, Wentworth and Central Darling Shires. Do not travel on closed Council roads.

There are numerous access routes to Mungo National Park and conditions can change quickly due to the weather.

Upcoming management events

Upcoming management events
Date Event Title
15 June 2026 Safety alerts Meeting Place and Viewing Platform upgrade works Details

Applies from Mon 15 Jun 2026, 8.30am to Fri 26 Jun 2026, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 May 2026, 2.16pm

Please be advised that the Mungo Meeting Place and Viewing Platform at Mungo Visitors Centre will be closed from Monday 15 June to Friday 26 June 2026.

This is to allow contractors to undertake the renewal of the pavement surface.

No access will be permitted into this area - signage and fencing will be in place.

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Details

Nearby alerts

Applies from Wed 20 May 2026, 9.33am. Last reviewed: Wed 20 May 2026, 10.24am

Closed areas: Extension of Campground Closures

NPWS have extended the closure of Mamanga & Woolpress Bend Campgrounds in Yanga NP due to rainfall over the weekend. Roads and sites are still wet & muddy. Any change to this situation will be immediately updated on the website. Please contact the park office on 03 5021 8988 for more information.

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Applies from Mon 16 Mar 2026, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Sat 16 May 2026, 12.21pm

Safety alerts: Red Alert - Blue Green Algae - Yanga Lake

There is currently a RED alert for toxic Blue-Green Algae for Yanga Lake. 

Regatta Beach Picnic Area, is still open but contact with the water should be avoided. Algae may be toxic to humans and animals. Contact with or use of water from red alert areas should be avoided due to the risk of eye and skin irritation. Drinking untreated or boiled water from these supplies can cause stomach upsets. Alternative water supplies should be sought or activated carbon treatment employed to remove toxins. People should not fish when an algal scum is present.

Further Information is available at http://www.waternsw.com.au/algae or call the park office on 03 5021 8988.

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Applies from Mon 16 Mar 2026, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Sat 16 May 2026, 12.21pm

Safety alerts: Traffic Alert - Waugorah Road

There is currently major construction activity in Yanga National Park resulting in increased heavy haulage truck activity on the public road leading to Woolpress Bend Campground. Caution should be exercised to allow for this traffic. There are also sections of road-surface damage including bridge approaches. People accessing Woolpress Bend Campground should exercise caution and drive to the conditions.

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Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 8.58am

Other incidents: Public access restrictions

Vehicle access for the general public is restricted to public roads passing through or adjoining the reserve. Camping is not permitted. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Lower Darling Area, Buronga office on 03 5021 8900.

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/mungo-national-park/local-alerts

Contact

  • in the Murray-Riverina region
  • Mungo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees: 

    $8 per vehicle per day. Fees are payable through self-registration envelopes outside Mungo Visitor Centre. Different fees apply for commercial tour operators and vehicles with 8 seats or more.

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Emergency services

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For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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