Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Fri 2 December 2022, 12.24pm
Applies from Fri 2 Dec 2022, 12.15pm
to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 2 Dec 2022, 12.24pm.
Fire bans: Park fire ban (solid fuel)
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. or call the Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640
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Applies from Tue 15 Nov 2022, 11.44am
to Fri 16 Dec 2022, 11.45am.
Last reviewed: Thu 1 Dec 2022, 8.22am.
Closed parks: Closed due to severe storm damage to access and internal trails.
Nangar National Park is closed due to severe storm impacts to access trails and internal trails. The campgrounds and walking tracks are also closed and require safety assessments and repairs to occur before they can be opened.
Dripping Rock Road will be closed by Cabonne Council staff due to the poor condition of this road as a result of the severe storm damage. Please check the Cabonne Council website for current information; Road Closures - Cabonne Council (nsw.gov.au)
The access trail is closed to all traffic and wash aways need to be repaired prior to any traffic using this access.
For more information, please contact Central West Area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640 for the most up to date information.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park are closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.
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.
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Applies from Thu 15 Sep 2022, 9.09am
to Fri 30 Dec 2022, 9.09am.
Last reviewed: Thu 10 Nov 2022, 11.49am.
Safety alerts: Rough surfaces and deep water in the creek crossings on Dripping Rock and Terarra Creek fire trails.
Due to ongoing rain, the usually dry Terarra Creek is now flowing.
The creek crosses the vehicle trail a number of times between the park entrance and Terarra Creek campground.
As of 10 November there is still deep water in some of the creek crossings. The creek crossings all have either a concrete culvert or rock base. However the vehicle trails are a natural surface, or gravel, and so are prone to developing pot holes in ongoing wet weather. To cross these creek crossings, vehicles with high ground clearance are required.
Visitors are requested to carry out their own risk assessment prior to driving through any waterways and caution should be taken at all times when travelling. Please take care and drive to the conditions.
In addition a recent thunderstorms activity has further impacted the natural surface road condition causing some severe washouts on the eastern side of Terarra Creek campground preventing vehicle access to Dripping Rock day use area. The road has now been closed to all vehicles on the eastern side of the campground. Access to the track head for Chinamens Garden Walking Track and Mount Nangar walking track will have to be on foot from the campground.
Please do not drive around road closed signs. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 1 Nov 2022, 8.00am
to Mon 27 Feb 2023, 8.02am.
Last reviewed: Thu 10 Nov 2022, 11.24am.
Closed areas: No vehicle access to Mount Nangar lookout or Dripping Rock Day Use Area.
The following areas are closed to vehicles until further notice due to recent wet weather:
- Mount Nangar lookout
- Nangar fire trail
- Goanna fire trail
- Terarra Creek fire trail is closed east of Terarra Creek campground and picnic area.
Trail conditions will be monitored and trails will be reopened as soon as trafficable.
Terarra Creek campground remains accessible to 4WD vehicles. All walking tracks can be accessed from Terarra Creek Campground by walking along the fire trails to their staring points.
There is deep water in the creek crossings along Dripping Rock Fire Trail and Terarra Creek Fire Trail. As of 10 November there is still deep water in some of the creek crossings. The creek crossings all have either a concrete culvert or rock base. However the vehicle trails are a natural surface, or gravel, and so are prone to developing pot holes or gutters in this ongoing wet weather. To cross these creek crossings, vehicles with high ground clearance are required.
Visitors are requested to carry out their own risk assessment prior to driving through any waterways and caution should be taken at all times when travelling. Please take care and drive to the conditions.
Please do not drive around road closed signs. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 25 Sep 2022, 8.02am
to Sat 30 Sep 2023, 8.07am.
Last reviewed: Sun 20 Nov 2022, 6.17pm.
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Nangar National Park from Wednesday 28 September 2022 to Monday 27 March 2023.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral goats.
All baiting locations will be identified by signs. 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 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.
For further information please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Fri 2 Dec 2022, 12.15pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Dec 2022, 12.24pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban (solid fuel)
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. or call the Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640
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Applies from Thu 1 Dec 2022, 4.52pm to Fri 16 Dec 2022, 4.53pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 Dec 2022, 4.55pm
Closed areas: Reserve temporarily closed due to storm impacts - access trail and bridges.
This Reserve is closed due to storm impacts and fallen trees.
Condition assessments on built bridges and walking tracks are being undertaken by trained contractors. This process may take some time before visitor are able to use this park for recreation.
Please call Central West Area office at Bathurst for the most up to date information 02 6332 7640
Please do not drive around road closed signs or closed gates.
Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.
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, please contact the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 30 Nov 2022, 4.22pm to Sun 4 Dec 2022, 4.23pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Nov 2022, 4.51pm
Closed areas: Booroorban SWWNR - CLOSED for Aerial control of Feral Animals
The entire area of Booroorban precinct of the South West Woodland Nature Reserve will be closed for an aerial pest animal control operation
The Booroorban precinct will be closed from 9am, Wednesday 30 November to 4.30pm, Sunday 4 December 2022 for an aerial pest animal control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Regional park office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Thu 27 Oct 2022, 3.00pm to Thu 26 Jan 2023, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Nov 2022, 2.47pm
Closed parks: Park closed due to wet conditions
Goobang National Park is closed due to ongoing wet weather.
This closure includes all walking tracks, campgrounds and fire trails in the park. Please do not enter the park.
This closure will be reassessed weekly and the park will re-open when it is safe to do so.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park are closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information.
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 the most current information please contact the NPWS Central West area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Thu 3 Mar 2022, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Nov 2022, 7.09am
Closed areas: Mount Canobolas Summit precinct closed for redevelopment
The Mount Canobolas Summit precinct will be closed for redevelopment works from 7am, Monday 12 September 2022 until further notice. Please refer back to this alert for reopening times as they will be announced closer to the works completion.
The top section of Summits walking track leading to the Summit is also closed.
The following areas are open:
- Towac picnic area
- Mount Towac
- Mount Towac walking track (limited car parking)
- Spring Glade walking track
- Snow Gum walking track
- Nature walking track
- Orange View lookout picnic area
- Federal Falls campground and picnic area
- Federal Falls walking Track
- The Walls picnic area and lookout
Please note there will be increased traffic of work machinery and vehicles on the road during this development and new speed limits will be in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office on 02 6334 7640.
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Applies from Thu 13 Oct 2022, 8.49am to Fri 28 Apr 2023, 8.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Nov 2022, 7.49am
Safety alerts: Access to Holy Camp. 4WD recommended
Ongoing wet weather has impacted the road to access Holy Camp within this park.
4WD is now recommended for Holy Camp Road.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 63327640.
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Applies from Sun 4 Sep 2022, 12.02pm to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 9.56am. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Nov 2022, 6.20pm
Safety alerts: Portions of Lynchs Loop walking track trail may be slippery
Please be aware that following the recent rains sections of this trail may be slippery, in particular the eastern arm of this loop trail which follows and crosses the drainage line of Small Basin Gully. Caution is advised.
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Applies from Wed 10 Aug 2022, 11.56am to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 11.44am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Nov 2022, 2.41pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 fox ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in this park from Thursday 1 September 2022 to Tuesday 28 February 2023.
The operation will involve the use of CPE's containing 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Some red meat may also be used.
The program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock.
All 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640 or send an email.
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Applies from Wed 10 Aug 2022, 11.54am to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 11.44am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Nov 2022, 2.41pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 fox ground baiting operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in this park from Thursday 1 September 2022 to Tuesday 28 February 2023.
The operation will involve the use of CPE's containing 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Some red meat may also be used.
The program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes 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 and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter baiting locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Central West area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640 or send an email.
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