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Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2023, 11.23am to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 11.24am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Sep 2023, 11.32am
Closed areas: Murray Valley National Park - Campground Closure - Barooga, Smithers Beach
Due to a persistent high Murray River the access to Smithers Beach Campground will remain closed. Online bookings will be available as soon as practicable.
The situation will be monitored over the coming weeks
- Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Thu 31 Aug 2023, 1.54pm to Fri 13 Oct 2023, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 4.35pm
Safety alerts: Roads Closed - Moira Precinct - Murray Valley National Park
There are a number of roads closed in Moira precinct of the Murray Valley National Park due to persistent flooding.
These include -
- Porters Creek Road providing access to the Murray River from Coolamon Road
- Swifts Creek Road providing access to the Murray River from Coolamon Road (Please note the gate situated on Exchange Road off the Cobb Hwy is locked).
Please do not travel on these roads.
To gain access to the Murray Valley National Park - Moira Precinct, please enter the Park from the north via Picnic Point and along the Narrows Road. This means Swift Creek Campground is only accessible via Picnic Point Road along the River Road and Narrows Road.
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Applies from Thu 3 Aug 2023, 11.42am to Mon 30 Oct 2023, 11.43am. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 12.02pm
Closed areas: Campgrounds CLOSED - Murray Valley National/Regional Park
Identified Campgrounds in the Murray Valley National & Regional Park are closed at the moment due to recent heavy rainfall and flooding. Online bookings will be available as soon as practicable.
The situation will be monitored over the coming weeks
- Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Tue 4 Apr 2023, 12.13pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Sep 2023, 4.16pm
Closed areas: Billabong Walk is partly closed due to rain damage.
Billabong Walk is partly closed due to rain damage. You can access the walk to only partially the way around. Please call the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880 for further information.
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Applies from Tue 26 Sep 2023, 12.56pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Sep 2023, 11.33am
Closed areas: Woolpress Bend campgrounds closed due to flooding
Woolpress Bend campgrounds are closed due to widespread ongoing flooding and flood damage to access roads.
This closure will be in effect for the remaining of the year and may be further extended pending the local conditions.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Sun 24 Sep 2023, 2.02pm to Wed 4 Oct 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 8.36am
Closed parks: aerial pest control program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program in Oolambeyan National Park from Sunday 24 September 2023 to Wednesday 4 October 2023.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local Griffith NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6966 8100.
This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Riverina area office on 02 6966 8100 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 1.51pm to Sat 24 Feb 2024, 1.51pm. Last reviewed: Sun 24 Sep 2023, 10.19am
Closed areas: Closed Areas: Campgrounds closed due to recent flood damage
The following campgrounds are closed due to recent flood damage:
- Narrandera North - Koalas Hut
Flood damage includes, eroded river banks, washouts and sinkholes making it hard to access the campgrounds.
These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the Griffith office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 11.29am. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 3.03pm
Closed areas: Tantangara Reservoir partial closure
Some parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently until further notice for Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The closed areas are:
- Areas of Tantangara Reservoir adjacent to the Snowy 2.0 construction site.
- Tantangara Reservoir boat ramp, adjacent to the Tantangara Dam wall.
- For up-to-date timings on controlled blasts please see notifications on the Future Generation website.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2023, 3.19pm to Fri 22 Mar 2024, 12.17pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 12.20pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
A baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Friday 22 September 2023 until Friday 22 March 2024 in Kosciuszko National Park.
The program will be conducted in the northern precinct of the park, which includes the following areas:
- Goobragandra
- Blowering foreshores
- Big Talbingo/Buddong
Entry into baiting locations will be 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.
For further information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am to Tue 31 Oct 2023, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 9.07am
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.
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Applies from Tue 15 Aug 2023, 2.56pm to Tue 31 Oct 2023, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Sep 2023, 9.26am
Closed areas: Mungo lakebed (bike) trail closed due to wet conditions
The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is currently closed from Tuesday 15 August to Tuesday 31 October 2023 due to the wet conditions of the lakebed.
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.
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Applies from Fri 15 Sep 2023, 9.23am to Tue 31 Oct 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Sep 2023, 9.24am
Safety alerts: Weed spraying
Please be aware field staff may be spraying weeds on park. This will not affect visitors being able to access the attraction however there may be some localised closures in place in the immediate area of activity. Signage will be in place during weed spraying.
For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Tue 26 Sep 2023, 6.00am to Thu 5 Oct 2023, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Sep 2023, 2.15pm
Closed parks: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Nombinnie Nature Reserve, Nombinnie State Conservation Area, Round Hill Nature Reserve, and Yathong Nature Reserve from Tuesday 26 September 2023 to Thursday 5 October 2023 (inclusive). The Reserves and Area will be closed for this operation. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please contact the local Central West NPWS area office for more information on 02 6841 7100
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Applies from Tue 28 Feb 2023, 4.04pm to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 4.05pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Sep 2023, 1.52pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in the north east precinct of Kosciuszko National Park, within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area.
The program will be continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 28 February 2023 and Sunday 31 December 2023, and will use meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserve. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Tue 26 Sep 2023, 8.00am to Thu 5 Oct 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 8.13pm
Closed parks: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Lachlan Valley NP (Hunthawang Precinct) from Tuesday 26 September 2023 to Thursday 5 October 2023. Hunthawang Precinct will be closed for this operation. The operation will involve the use of meat baits and meat bait products containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife and on neighbouring stock.
All baiting locations will be identified 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please contact the local NPWS area office for more information 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 17 May 2023, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Sep 2023, 4.28pm
Closed areas: Bullocks Hut closed
Several buildings in the Bullocks Hut complex are closed until further notice for restoration works. Please do not enter the construction sites.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 1 May 2023, 10.00am to Wed 1 Nov 2023, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Sep 2023, 4.23pm
Other planned events: Ongoing 1080 baiting program
A baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Monday 1 May until Wednesday 1 November 2023 in the following parks:
- Bogandyera Nature Reserve
- Jingellic Nature Reserve
- Clarkes Hill Nature Reserve
- Kosciuszko National Park (southern precinct)
Affected areas of the southern precinct of Kosciuszko National Park include:
- Geehi Walls and Major Clews trails
- Indi and Tiger trails
- The Khancoban/Cabramurra Road
- Yellow Bog Road
- Greg Greg trail
- Tooma River trail
- Everards trail
- Spring Flat Creek trail
- Maragle
Entry into baiting locations will be identified 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.
For further information, please contact the NPWS Upper Murray area office on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am to Sat 1 Feb 2025, 12.40pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Sep 2023, 4.21pm
Closed areas: Closed areas due to Snowy 2.0 works
The following areas are closed due to the Snowy 2.0 works from Monday 25 February 2019 until early 2025, unless the closure is extended or removed:
- Lobs Hole Ravine Road 4WD trail
- Wallace Creek lookout
- Lobs Hole Ravine campground
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 27 Jul 2023, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Sep 2023, 12.21pm
Closed areas: Darling river campground is open from campsite 2 to 30. River Drive remains closed from campsite 31.
Darling River campground is open from campsite 2 to 30. River Drive and campsites 31-34 remain closed due to rain damaged road. Please do not go past the closed road barriers. For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Fri 1 Sep 2023, 9.00am to Sat 30 Sep 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 6.11pm
Closed areas: Store Creek Picnic Area closed
The Store Creek area of Cocoparra National Park is closed while the road is being upgraded. The closed areas include the access road, picnic area and walking track. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Griffith NPWS office (02 6966 8100).
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Applies from Thu 31 Aug 2023, 2.05pm to Tue 31 Oct 2023, 2.07pm. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Aug 2023, 2.45pm
Closed areas: Campgrounds closed - Murray Valley National Park Whymoul and Noorong-Wetuppa precincts
The Whymoul, Noorong and Wetuppa precincts of the Murray Valley National Park are closed due to flooding, this includes all campground areas.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Griffith park office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 30 Aug 2023, 10.40am to Sun 17 Mar 2024, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Aug 2023, 10.45am
Other planned events: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program - controlling fox impacts to Biosecurity values.
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 17 September 2023 and 17 March 2024 along management trails in Tollingo Nature Reserve and Woggoon Nature Reserve.
Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions 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 should be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
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 Mon 31 Jul 2023, 3.43pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Aug 2023, 2.03pm
Closed areas: Roads affected by flooding
Access roads in this park are affected by minor flooding from the Murray River.
Roads with creek crossings may be blocked by flowing water, or damaged with uneven surfaces, pot holes and gullying.
Remember, it's never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Buronga office on 03 5021 8900.
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Applies from Wed 23 Aug 2023, 1.45pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 1.47pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Aug 2023, 1.47pm
Safety alerts: Potential for Unexploded Ordinances in Livingstone National Park
There is a Substantial risk of unexploded ordinances (UXO) within Livingstone National Park.
There is signage erected at all entrances to the risk area.
If you are driving, bushwalking or mountain biking in the area, you must keep to the formed trails within the UXO risk area. No camping or digging of any kind is permitted within the risk area.
For more information, contact the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Mon 12 Jun 2023, 9.16am to Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Sep 2023, 4.03pm
Closed areas: Areas of the Geehi precinct closed for winter
The following areas in the Geehi precinct will be closed for winter from Monday 12 June to Friday 29 September 2023:
- Behrs Flat campground
- Old Geehi campground
- Geehi Walls trail
- Major Clews trail
Geehi Flats campground will remain open. For more information, please contact the Khancoban Visitor Centre 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Wed 2 Nov 2022, 11.42am. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Sep 2023, 4.04pm
Closed areas: Greg Greg trail closed due to flood damage
The Greg Greg trail is closed until further notice due to storm damage and wet weather trail conditions.
Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Khancoban Visitor Centre on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Mon 7 Aug 2023, 7.00am to Thu 8 Feb 2024, 11.55pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Sep 2023, 10.11am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Thursday 10 August 2023 and Thursday 8 February 2024. These programs are part of an integrated pest animal control strategy, aimed at minimising the impacts of these animals on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will be conducted in Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah Wild Dog Plan Areas. Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.
This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:
- Thredbo Valley
- Moonbah
- Ingebyra
- Paupong
- Numbla Vale
- Corrowong
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 (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.
For further information, please call the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Wed 10 May 2023, 9.01pm to Mon 2 Oct 2023, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Aug 2023, 11.22am
Safety alerts: High altitude walks - snow covered
The following high altitude walks are snow covered for the rest of the winter season:
- Main Range walk
- Mt Kosciuszko Summit walk
- Kosciuszko walk
- Mount Stilwell walk
- Guthega to Charlotte Pass walk
- Illawong walk
- Snow Gums boardwalk
- Porcupine walk
- Charlotte Pass to Perisher walk
- Rennix walk
- Schlink Hut walking track
- Threbo River track
- Rainbow Lake walk
- Dead Horse Gap walk
- Cascade Hut trail
Other walks may have shorter sections of snow and ice cover. Snow covered walks can be more difficult to follow, slippery, icy and steep. There is also a risk of long falls and slides as you cross slopes. You should be prepared for winter conditions with:
- Snowshoes (and solid/waterproof walking boots), skis or splitboard
- Navigation skills and a map, compass and GPS
- Plans for all walks to take longer than normal
- Winter clothing.
If you plan to visit these areas in winter, follow alpine safety advice.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 64505555.
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Applies from Mon 10 Jan 2022, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Jul 2023, 10.17am
Closed areas: Emu Lake Drive closed indefinitely for maintenance
Emu Lake Drive is a small road and it remains closed indefinitely due to ongoing maintenance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Fri 11 Nov 2022, 11.59am to Wed 31 Jul 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sat 23 Sep 2023, 6.40pm
Closed parks: Willandra National Park closed
Willandra NP will be closed for until further notice, whilst staff undertake damage assessments and repair works. In the interest of visitor safety, we will need to keep the park closed until repairs have been completed and the park is deemed safe to re-open.
This closure includes roofed accommodation, campgrounds and all park roads. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Thu 11 May 2023, 8.40am. Last reviewed: Sun 24 Sep 2023, 10.43am
Closed areas: Rawson Pass toilet closed for winter
Rawson Pass toilet is closed from Thursday May 11 2023 to the end of winter. Seamans Hut toilet will remain open all winter.
You are encouraged to carry out your human waste when toilets are not available on the Main Range. Please refer to these resources for more information:
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 5 May 2023, 11.28am. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Aug 2023, 12.03pm
Safety alerts: Powerline out of service in Jagungal Wilderness Area
Happy Jacks Plain and sections of the Jagungal Wilderness Area are affected by powerline damage. The 11kva powerline that runs through these areas was damaged during the 2019/2020 fires which burnt poles and downed powerlines. It is out of service and will be removed from the park. Please keep a safe distance from any broken wires on the ground and broken stay wires from power poles.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 4.01pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Mar 2023, 4.09pm
Other planned events: Ongoing increased traffic and roadworks
There is an increase in heavy and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park. This traffic will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the Snowy 2.0 project and other projects in the region.
There will also be ongoing maintenance and upgrades to roads in the area as part of the project, particularly along Link and Tantangara Roads.
Your destination is still accessible. To assist in planning your journey safely, please allow extra time in your travel plans and drive to conditions.
For more information, call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Sep 2023, 7.23am
Other incidents: Visitation restrictions
There are a number of restrictions on visitation and access by the general public to Yathong, Nombinnie and Round Hill Nature Reserves and Nombinnie State Conservation Area.
- These reserves are not available for overnight camping or hiking. Visitation is restricted to day visits only.
- Vehicle access is restricted to the public roads passing through or adjoining the reserves. Management trails are closed to vehicles. However you are welcome to walk on the trails.
- Bird watchers are welcome to walk into the reserves and along management trails. However take care to make sure you can navigate back to your car - it is easy to get disorientated in mallee country.
- Trips to Round Hill Nature Reserve by bird watching clubs can be done by prior arrangement.
- There are a number of scientific research programs happening in the reserves and visitors should not disturb any field equipment if they come across it.
- The reserves are closed periodically to allow management programs to be undertaken. Please check the website for closures prior to visits.
For further information contact the NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Wed 7 Jul 2021, 11.36am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Sep 2023, 4.39pm
Closed areas: Lookouts closed on Jacks Creek walking track
Lookouts along the Jacks Creek walking track are closed indefinitely due to dangerous cliff edges.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Griffith NPWS office.
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