Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Tue 19 March 2024, 8.44am
Applies from Sun 17 Mar 2024, 2.42pm
to Wed 20 Mar 2024, 4.00pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 19 Mar 2024, 8.44am.
Closed areas: Park roads closed due to wet weather
Due to rain at Mungo National Park, some park roads are closed due to wet conditions.
The closed roads are:
- Mungo Drive Tour Road from Red Top lookout.
These closures may be further extended or removed pending the local conditions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Applies from Thu 30 Nov 2023, 2.01pm
to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 4.30pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 18 Mar 2024, 2.10pm.
Closed areas: Mungo lakebed (bike) trail closed
The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.
The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
Applies from Mon 22 Jan 2024, 9.08am
to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 4.30pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 27 Feb 2024, 9.21am.
Safety alerts: Directions to Mungo from Balranald
Plese be aware that Google maps are providing incorrect directions to Mungo from Balranald.
The only public access to the Mungo National Park, from Balranald, is via the Marma Box Creek Road and Turlee Leaghur Road.
Follow the brown tourists signs from Balranald.
There is no public access to Mungo National Park from the eastern side.
Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am
to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 10.00am.
Last reviewed: Thu 15 Feb 2024, 9.41am.
Safety alerts: Unsealed Council access roads in variable condition
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.
Applies from Mon 9 Oct 2023, 8.00am
to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 11 Jan 2024, 9.09am.
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban
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)
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.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Sun 17 Mar 2024, 2.42pm to Wed 20 Mar 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Mar 2024, 8.44am
Closed areas: Park roads closed due to wet weather
Due to rain at Mungo National Park, some park roads are closed due to wet conditions.
The closed roads are:
- Mungo Drive Tour Road from Red Top lookout.
These closures may be further extended or removed pending the local conditions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Affects 2 parks and 2 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 30 Nov 2023, 2.01pm to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Mar 2024, 2.10pm
Closed areas: Mungo lakebed (bike) trail closed
The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.
The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
Affects 2 parks and 1 location nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 9 Oct 2023, 12.00am to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sun 17 Mar 2024, 10.32am
Fire bans: NSW NPWS Riverina Area - Solid Fuel Fire Ban (SFFB) Commences October 9, 2023
A park fire ban is in place in the parks in the Riverina Area until 6pm 28 March 2024.
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)
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 1 park nearby. Show list
Applies from Tue 26 Sep 2023, 12.56pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Mar 2024, 4.04pm
Closed areas: Woolpress Bend campgrounds closed
Woolpress Bend campgrounds are closed due to flood damage to access roads.
This closure will be in effect for several more months. For more information contact the local park office.
Affects 3 parks and 1 location nearby. Show list
Applies from Wed 21 Feb 2024, 10.44am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Mar 2024, 4.03pm
Other planned events: Aerial Shooting Program
NPWS will be conducting an aerial control program between 13 and 17 March 2024. The program is for the management of feral pigs and other vertebrate pest animals within Yanga reserves. No visitor areas are affected but some areas may be closed to the public during the control operations. If poor weather occurs, it may not be possible to undertake the control in some reserves.
Aerial shooting supplements other control measures which can include trapping, mustering, ground shooting and baiting.
NPWS takes a strategic and integrated approach to pest management on lands we manage. We aim to minimise the adverse impacts of pests on biodiversity, cultural values, neighbours, and the community. Only qualified and appropriately trained personnel will participate in this program.
For more information please contact the Lower-Darling National Park Office on (03) 5021 8900.
Affects 3 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 4 Jan 2024, 9.33am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 9.33am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Feb 2024, 8.52am
Safety alerts: Mungo Woolshed - Partial Closure
The southern section of the Mungo Woolshed is currently closed until 30 June 2024 while heritage conservation works are being undertaken. Please do not access areas beyond barriers and no entry signage.
The northern section is still open for visitor access.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office.
Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 14 Dec 2023, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Mar 2024, 4.03pm
Safety alerts: Blue-Green Algae Advice
There is currently an AMBER alert for potentially toxic blue-green algae on Yanga Lake. At amber alert levels blue-green algae may be multiplying in numbers. The water may have a green tinge and musty or organic odour. The water should be considered as unsuitable for potable use and alternative supplies or prior treatment of raw water for domestic purposes should be considered. The water may also be unsuitable for stock watering. The water remains suitable for recreational use, however algal concentrations can change rapidly. Water users should use caution and avoid water where signs of blue-green algae present. For more information visit the Water NSW website https://www.waternsw.com.au/water-services/water-quality/algae-alerts
Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 27 Nov 2023, 9.43am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Feb 2024, 8.52am
Safety alerts: Variable road conditions
Access roads in this park have been damaged by erosion after flooding from the Murray River.
Roads with creek crossings may have uneven surfaces, pot holes and minor gullies. 4WD is recommended.
Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the local park office.
Affects 3 parks and 2 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 9 Oct 2023, 8.00am to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Jan 2024, 9.09am
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban
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)
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 9 parks nearby. Show list