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Applies from Sat 14 Feb 2026, 9.00am to Tue 17 Feb 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Feb 2026, 11.04am
Closed areas: Notification of helicopter operations at Dead Horse Gap Walk
Helicopter sling load operations are scheduled to occur between the Dead Horse Gap carpark on the Alpine Way and Dead Horse Gap walking track on Tuesday 17 February 2026 between 8am and 3pm (dependant on weather and flying conditions). The Dead Horse Gap carpark will be closed to the public from Monday 16 February until operations are completed the following day.
The helicopter operations are part of the Dead Horse Gap Walk Renewal project. Dead Horse Gap walking track will remain open with pedestrian controllers in place. Visitors may experience short delays while materials are flown over or near impacted areas.
Traffic control will also be in place on the Alpine Way between the Cascades and Dead Horse Gap carparks for the duration of the operation. You may experience short delays when accessing these areas.
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Applies from Wed 11 Feb 2026, 5.06pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Feb 2026, 5.25pm
Other planned events: Congo Campground – Visitor notice campsite sandy condition
Due to ongoing dry conditions, several campsites (sites 10,11,12,13) at Congo campground currently have soft and sandy surfaces, particularly in areas accessed by vehicles.
These conditions may make vehicle manoeuvring difficult, and visitors are encouraged to take extra care when driving or setting up.
To help minimise impacts and avoid vehicle bogging, please park on firmer ground where available or pack ground matting / camp matting / annex flooring.
Remedial works to improve campground surface conditions are scheduled after April school holidays.
If you would like to update or change your booking, please login to the NPWS guest portal or call the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 72757 (1300 PARKS).
For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Mon 9 Feb 2026, 12.03pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 12.06pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Feb 2026, 12.20pm
Closed areas: Road closures for upgrade works
Some roads and fire trails within Kooraban National Park are closed from Friday 20th February to Tuesday 30th June 2026 whilst upgrade works are in progress. The closed roads and fire trails are:
- Narira Road.
- Sams Ridge Road.
- Caves Link Road.
- Red Creek Road.
- Jeffers Road.
- Jeffers Fire Trail.
- Jeffers Trig Fire Trail.
- Link Fire trail.
- Tinpot Road.
- Orange Ridge.
- Dignams Creek Fire Trail.
- Recoil Road.
- Timber Camp Fire Trail.
- Reserve Road Fire Trail.
Roads will be closed for all traffic except prearranged access via contractor to landholders or local residence.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.
Email: npws.eurobodalla@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Thu 5 Feb 2026, 8.00pm to Fri 7 Aug 2026, 8.48am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Feb 2026, 11.18am
Other planned events: Notification of ongoing 1080 baiting - wild dogs and foxes
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from Thursday 5 February 2026 to Thursday 2 February 2027. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will take place across Kosciuszko National Park Wild Dog Plan Areas including:
- Thredbo/Ingebyra
- Dalgety/Paupong
- Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah
Baiting programs will also take place in nature reserves including:
- Paupong Nature Reserve
- Merriangaah Nature Reserve
- Quidong Nature Reserves
This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:
- Thredbo Valley
- Moonbah
- Ingebyra
- Paupong
- Numbla Vale
- Corrowong
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.
For further information, please call the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Wed 18 Jun 2025, 3.53pm to Sat 10 Oct 2026, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Feb 2026, 4.55pm
Other planned events: Guthega Road - changed speed limit 60km
The speed limit on Guthega Road has been reduced to 60km for the entirety of the road.
Please abide by all traffic control signage and observe all directions from NPWS staff and contractors.
To assist in planning your journey safely, please allow extra time in your travel plans and drive to conditions.
For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre, Jindabyne on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Fri 13 Jun 2025, 12.14pm to Fri 26 Feb 2027, 12.27pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Feb 2026, 11.27am
Safety alerts: Wares Yards campground - Changed access conditions
There is an increase in heavy machinery and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park, due to the Snowy 2.0 project.
You are likely to encounter heavy machinery and trucks when accessing Wares Yards campground. This will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the project.
For further information please visit the Snowy 2.0 Traffic Schedule — Future Generation Joint Venture website.
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Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 7.00am to Fri 3 Apr 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Feb 2026, 1.01pm
Other planned events: Geehi, Behrs Flat and Old Geehi campgrounds upgrades
From Monday 2 February to Friday 3 April 2026, there will be construction to upgrade visitor facilities in small areas of the Geehi campgrounds. This includes Geehi Flats, Behrs Flat and Old Geehi campgrounds. The campgrounds will remain open, although machinery will be operating in the campgrounds during this time. Do not enter construction areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the Khancoban Visitor Information Centre 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Feb 2026, 8.07am
Closed areas: Kosciuszko National Park closed sites
A number of sites in Kosciuszko National Park are closed or may have other restrictions until further notice.
Fire-affected areas
Some sections of Kosciuszko National Park which burnt during the 2019/2020 fires remain closed. These areas include:
- Wolgal and Pattinson's Huts
Snowy 2.0 works affecting access to Tantangara Road and Tantangara Dam
- Access to the southern end of Tantangara Reservoir via Quarry trail is closed to the public.
- Access to the southern end boat ramp is open, but may be subject to short-term closures.
- Current boating and camping access to Tantangara Reservoir will still be available at access points on the northern end of the reservoir, via Port Phillip and Dam trails.
Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 9 Feb 2026, 9.00am to Fri 6 Mar 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Feb 2026, 1.00pm
Closed areas: Wheelers Hut closed for repair
Wheelers Hut is closed for repair from Monday 9th February to Friday 6th March 2026. Do not enter areas of construction. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the Khancoban Visitor Information Centre (02) 6070 8400
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Applies from Thu 29 Jan 2026, 3.10pm to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 3.11pm. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Feb 2026, 9.23am
Safety alerts: Nadgee Wilderness Walk - Modified Permits
- The Nadgee Wilderness Area will be re-opened to all locations north of Nadgee Beach and Nadgee Lake. This will commence Friday 29th Jan 2026.
- The northern section of the Wilderness Walk is open. Walkers can be permitted to go as far south as Nadgee Lake camp and Nadgee Beach
- Harrys Hut and Little River will be the furthest south reliable drinking water sources
- The entire Wilderness Walk through to Mallacoota will be reopened once the Victorian section is confirmed as safe from Victorian authorities – due to the Baracoota fire
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Applies from Thu 1 Jan 2026, 5.38pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.39pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jan 2026, 5.44pm
Other planned events: Green Cape Cottages and Telegraph Station Closure
The Green Cape Lightstation Keepers' Cottages and Telegraph Station accommodation are currently closed to visitors whilst NPWS undertakes refurbishment works to these buildings. Green Cape car park, lookout and surrounding walking tracks remain open during this time.
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Applies from Thu 1 Jan 2026, 6.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.45am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jan 2026, 10.06am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 1 January 2026 to Tuesday 30 June 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and/or foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and will take place in:
- Araluen Nature Reserve
- Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
- Beowa National Park
- Berlang State Conservation Area
- Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve
- Bournda National Park
- Bournda Nature Reserve
- Coolumbooka Nature Reserve
- Deua National Park
- Eurobodalla National Park
- Kooraban National Park
- Majors Creek State Conservation Area
- Mimosa Rocks National Park
- Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
- South East Forest National Park
- Wadbilliga National Park
Signs will be placed at the entry to baiting locations. 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. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 1.45pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Feb 2026, 9.51am
Closed areas: Nelsons Beach Precinct Closed for Improvement Works
Nelsons Beach Precinct Closed for Improvement Works from Monday February 2nd till Mid 2026.
The closed areas include:
- Nelsons Beach Precinct
- Nelsons Beach Road and Carpark
- Moon Bay Access
- Wajurda Point Lookout
Mimosa Rocks National Park will stay open to visitors while work is completed, however exclusion zones will be established around the work areas for safety. Please do not enter closed areas, fines apply.
Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.
Email: npws.eurobodalla@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Tue 11 Nov 2025, 7.49am to Fri 27 Mar 2026, 6.56pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Feb 2026, 7.39am
Other planned events: Changes access to Yarrangobilly Caves Visitor Precinct
Transport for NSW will be doing road works on the Yarrangobilly Caves Road from Tuesday 11 November 2025 to Friday 27 March 2026. The direction of travel into and out of the Yarrangobilly Caves precinct will be temporarily reversed to allow workers safe access to the worksite. Drive safely and follow directions of road work signs. Allow extra time to get to tours and accommodation during this time.
For more information, visit the Live Traffic website.
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Applies from Tue 11 Feb 2025, 11.11am to Tue 2 Feb 2027, 11.11am. Last reviewed: Sun 21 Dec 2025, 9.06am
Safety alerts: Weed Control and Herbicide Application
NPWS will undertake targeted weed control including spot spraying and cut and paint using herbicides.
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Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 1.04pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 1.05pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jan 2026, 8.32am
Closed areas: Temporary closures at Mimosa Rocks National Park
The National Parks and Wildlife Service is delivering a range of improvements at the popular Mimosa Rocks National Park on NSW’s South Coast. The upgrades will improve flood resilience, sustainability and visitor safety across four key precincts in the park including Nelsons Beach and Aragunnu Beach, Gillards Beach and Middle Beach campgrounds.
Work will be completed in stages from February 2026 to December 2026, and has been scheduled outside of peak holiday times, where possible.
Visitors can expect the following temporary closures:
- From February 2026 to mid-2026 Nelsons Beach precinct, including Nelsons Beach Road and carpark, are closed to all access for upgrades.
- From late April 2026 to December 2026 Gillards, Middle Beach and Aragunnu campgrounds will be closed for upgrades.
Alternative camping options include Picnic Point in Mimosa Rocks National Park and Hobart Beach in Bournda National Park.
All other areas in Mimosa Rocks National Park will remain open to visitors during these times. Check for park closure alerts before you travel.
For more information or questions, contact the Eurobodalla NPWS Office via email.
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Applies from Mon 8 Dec 2025, 12.14am to Mon 8 Jun 2026, 4.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Feb 2026, 8.17am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Kosciuszko National Park from Monday 8 December 2025 to Monday 8 June 2026.
The program will be conducted in the northern precinct of the park, which includes the following areas:
- Goobarragandra
- Blowering Foreshores
- Big Talbingo/Buddong
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, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
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 Tumut NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Mon 14 Apr 2025, 12.00pm to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Feb 2026, 8.17am
Other planned events: Yarrangobilly Village campground partial closure for rehabilitation works
Yarrangobilly Village campground will be partially closed for rehabilitation works from Monday 14 April 2025 to Friday 27 February 2026. Camping at Yarrangobilly Village campground will still be available during this time in a restricted area.
For further information please call NPWS Tumut office on (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Tue 11 Nov 2025, 10.15am to Fri 1 May 2026, 10.27am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jan 2026, 9.29am
Closed areas: Illawong Trackhead closed to vehicles for upgrade
The Guthega Track Head vehicle drop off area and turning circle is closed to vehicles for construction works from Monday 10 October 2025 to Friday 1 May 2026.
Walkers can still access the Snowies Alpine Walk and Illawong Walk. NPWS are constructing a new toilet facility at the Guthega Track Head.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 21 Oct 2015, 11.57am to Fri 28 May 2027, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jan 2026, 8.54am
Safety alerts: Bingi Dreaming track - Closed and open coastal lakes and lagoons
Bingi Dreaming track crosses openings to several Intermittently Closed and Open Coastal Lakes and Lagoons (ICOLLS). Openings of these lakes and lagoons are often unpredictable and can be quite dramatic. Please be aware that although lakes are usually only open for short periods (weeks), they can be impassable when open.
The Coila Lake opening is at the southern end of Bingi Dreaming track. Please check if this lake is open before you set out. If the opening is impassable, you won't be able to access the village of Tuross to complete the walk.
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Applies from Mon 1 Sep 2025, 12.01am to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Sep 2025, 4.52pm
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, Scabby Range and Yaouk Nature Reserves within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area.
The program will be continuous and ongoing between 1 September 2025 and 28 February 2026, 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 Wed 4 May 2022, 11.29am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Feb 2026, 10.58am
Closed areas: Tantangara Reservoir partial closure
Some parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently due to Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The areas affected are:
- Tantangara Reservoir adjacent to the Snowy 2.0 construction site and Reservoir boat ramp, adjacent to the Tantangara Dam wall may have intermittent closures due to construction activities.
- For up-to-date timings on closures and controlled blasts please see notifications on the Future Generation website.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 24 Aug 2025, 12.15am to Tue 24 Feb 2026, 11.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Oct 2025, 9.38am
Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 24th August 2025 to 24th February 2026 . The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals including wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Kosciuszko National Park and Clarkes Hill, Bogandyera and Jingellic Nature Reserves.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
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 Khancoban NPWS area office for more information on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Sat 28 Jun 2025, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jan 2026, 10.45am
Safety alerts: Tom Groggin Station - suspension bridge closed
The suspension footbridge crossing the Murray River (Victorian border) at Tom Groggin Station is unsafe for pedestrian access and is closed until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information, please contact the Jindabyne NPWS office on (02) 6450 5555.
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Applies from Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am to Fri 26 Feb 2027, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Feb 2026, 10.58am
Closed areas: Closed areas due to Snowy 2.0 works
The following areas are closed from Monday 25 February 2019 until early 2027 due to the Snowy 2.0 works:
- Lobs Hole Ravine Road 4WD trail
- Wallace Creek lookout
- Lobs Hole Ravine campground
This closure applies unless otherwise extended or removed.
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 Fri 22 Sep 2017, 4.01pm to Fri 26 Feb 2027, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Jan 2026, 11.48am
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.
To assist in planning your journey safely, please check for alerts on the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service website or Snowy 2.0 Traffic Schedule — Future Generation Joint Venture.
For more information, call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or the Snowy 2.0 FGJV team community hotline on 1800 766 992.
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Applies from Thu 7 Nov 2024, 10.32am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jan 2026, 8.32am
Safety alerts: Gillards Beach access steps closed until further notice
The 5 southern beach access points and the day-use steps at Gillards Campground are currently closed due to severe erosion. Successive large seas have removed large amounts of sand from the beach resulting in these access points being unusable.
Park users staying in sites 1 to 28 should use the beach access steps to the north instead which is easily accessible via a short walk.
Beach access steps for sites 28 to 39 currently remain open.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4476 0800
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Applies from Thu 7 Nov 2024, 12.50pm. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Feb 2026, 10.00am
Closed areas: Wambaara/Green Bay Trail access closed until further notice
Wambaara/Green Bay Trail is closed to public access from the junction of Wallaga Trail and Wambaara Trail until further notice. There will be no public access to Wallaga Lake from Wambaara/Green Bay Trail until completion of works along this trail.
Road closure signs will be in place and Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 17 May 2023, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Sat 17 Jan 2026, 3.00pm
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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