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Applies from Fri 9 Jun 2023, 5.22pm to Fri 16 Jun 2023, 5.22pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jun 2023, 5.24pm

Safety alerts: Bridge Closed, Edward River Road, Millewa precinct

The Bridge on Edward River Road in the Millewa precinct, Murray Valley National Park north of Crump's Regulator crossing is closed to ALL traffic. It is closed from Friday 2nd June until Friday 16th June while repairs take place. Warning signage is in place and Management gates are locked to prevent vehicle access.

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 Fri 9 Jun 2023, 11.02am to Fri 28 Jul 2023, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jun 2023, 11.41am

Closed areas: Millewa Forests Campground closures from June 14, 2023 - Murray Valley National Park, due to recent wet weather and flooding.

Some campgrounds in the Millewa, Moira and Gulpa Island precincts will be closed due to recent wet weather and flooding from the 14th June, 2023. Please check the website Search camping and accommodation | NSW National Parks to see what's available. Please obey signage and gates are locked to prevent harm and damage to visitors and their vehicles.

 

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 Sun 14 Aug 2022, 9.40am. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jun 2023, 8.22am

Closed areas: Elliott Way closed due to landslip

Elliott Way is closed until further notice from O'Hares campground to the Link Road gate due to a landslip. There is access to O'Hares campground from Tumbarumba.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Tumut Visitor Centre on 02 6947 7025.

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Applies from Sun 7 May 2023, 9.40am. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jun 2023, 8.17am

Closed areas: Thredbo Valley track partial closure

Thredbo Valley track is closed until further notice between the following track heads due to ongoing weather conditions:

  • Thredbo Resort and Thredbo Diggings campground
  • Bullocks Flat and Gaden Trout Hatchery

Please abide by IMBA guidelines and don't ride on wet tracks. Please check back for updates as these closures may change.

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 Thu 8 Jun 2023, 1.45pm to Fri 23 Jun 2023, 1.45pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Jun 2023, 1.48pm

Closed areas: Trail Closed - Coree Summit

Coree Summit Road will be closed for fire trail maintenance works from June 8th to 23rd of June, 2023. Please be aware of truck movements on Two Sticks Road during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of traffic controllers, roadwork signage and NPWS staff.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Queanbeyan NPWS office on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Mon 27 Feb 2023, 8.00am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Jun 2023, 1.42pm

Other planned events: Upcoming roadworks - Two Sticks Road, Blue Range Road and Coree Summit Road

Visitor access may be impacted due to upcoming roadworks within the Eastern precinct of Brindabella National Park taking place between February 27th and June 30th, 2023. These include:

  • Two Sticks Road
  • Genges Trail
  • Blue Range Road
  • Coree Summit Road
  • Coree Camp

Please be aware of truck movements on Two Sticks Road during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of traffic controllers, roadwork signage and NPWS staff. Please check the NPWS website for relevant road closures that may be in place during this period.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office. For more information, please contact the NPWS Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Mon 8 May 2023, 2.37pm to Sun 2 Jul 2023, 2.44pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 3.38pm

Closed areas: Areas in the Yarrangobilly Caves precinct closed for geo-tech works

Areas closed from 4.30pm on Monday 15 May to 9.30am on Monday 3 July 2023 for geo-technical works. The following caves and walk are closed:

  • South Glory Cave
  • Castle Cave and Castle Cave walk
  • Harrie Wood Cave
  • North Glory Cave

The following areas remain open to the public:

  • Thermal Pool and thermal pool track
  • River walk
  • Glory Farm walk
  • Bluff Lookout

For more information, contact the local NPWS office. 

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Applies from Tue 31 Mar 2020, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 1.59pm

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.

Post-winter closures due to wet weather trail conditions

The following roads and trails are closed until further notice:

  • Geehi Dam/Olsens Road
  • Grassy Flat Trail

Detour due to construction works

  • Kings Cross Road and Tumut Ponds Fire Trail are accessible only via Snow Ridge Road near Cabramurra.

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
  • Cabramurra township

Huts that burnt down in the 2020 fires

These locations remain is open but the following huts or buildings have been lost:

  • Bradley/O'Briens Hut, Brooks Hut, 4 Mile Hut, Happy's Hut, Harvey's Hut, Linesman's No.3 Huts, Round Mountain Hut, Vickery's Hut and Dry Dam Ski Shelter.
  • Warning: Please take care as there may be broken glass/nails that are uncovered since NPWS made records and cleaned up these sites. Please do not disturb the sites or remove artefacts.

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 Wed 31 May 2023, 4.13pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 8.23am

Safety alerts: Port Phillip trail causeway closed due to flooding

The Port Phillip trail causeway across Tantangara Dam is closed due to flooding until further notice. 

Vehicle sccess to Currango Homestead, Old Snowy Campground and Pocket Saddle Road is only available via Tantangara Road.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office. 

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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 11.29am. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Jun 2023, 8.34am

Closed areas: Tantangara Reservoir partial closure

Some parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently from Sunday 1 May 2022 until further notice, whilst the Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts are conducted. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The closed areas are:

  • Portions 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 up-to-date 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 Wed 31 May 2023, 4.27pm to Fri 23 Jun 2023, 4.41pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 4.45pm

Closed parks: Aerial Pest Control Operation

Black Andrew Nature Reserve is closed from 7am, Monday 12 June to 8.00pm, Friday 23 June 2023 for an aerial pest control operation, Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Tumut NPWS office on 02 6947 7000.

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Applies from Mon 5 Jun 2023, 5.00am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Jun 2023, 3.27pm

Closed areas: Store Creek 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.

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Applies from Tue 30 May 2023, 9.01am to Fri 16 Jun 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 May 2023, 11.50am

Closed areas: Southern section of Kosciuszko National Park and Clarkes Hill Nature Reserve closed for aerial pest control operation

The Southern section of Kosciuszko National Park and Clareks Hill Nature Reserve will be closed from 8am Monday 12 June 2023 till 5pm Friday 16 June 2023 for an aerial pest control operation.

The closed areas are:

  • Clover Flat campground
  • Yellow Bog area
  • Spring Creek area
  • Greg Greg area
  • Clarkes Hill Nature Reserve

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Khancoban park office on 02 60708400.

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Applies from Mon 6 Feb 2023, 2.03pm to Wed 9 Aug 2023, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 May 2023, 11.30am

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 9 February and Wednesday 9 August 2023. 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. This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:

  • Thredbo Valley
  • Moonbah
  • Ingebyra
  • Paupong
  • Numbla Vale
  • Corrowong

Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.

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. Last reviewed: Tue 30 May 2023, 11.28am

Safety alerts: High altitude walks - snow covered

The following high altitude walks are currently snow covered:

  • Main Range walk
  • Summit walk
  • Kosciuszko walk
  • Mount Stilwell walk
  • Guthega to Charlotte Pass Walk

Other walks 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
  • Solid walking boots
  • Navigation skills and map, compass and GPS
  • Plans for walks to take longer than normal.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Tue 30 May 2023, 9.49am to Sun 18 Jun 2023, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 8.00am

Other planned events: Goobarragandra area aerial pest control operation

NSW National Parks will be conducting an aerial pest management operation involving firearms within the Goobarragandra area of Kosciuszko National Park. The operation will take place from Monday 12 June to Sunday 18 June 2023. The operation dates are subject to weather conditions and may change accordingly. 

For more information, contact the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000. 

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Applies from Mon 15 May 2023, 8.00am to Fri 16 Jun 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 May 2023, 4.11pm

Other planned events: Campground access roadworks

Roadworks will take place on the access roads around Moyangul/Pinch River campground and Nine Mile campground from Monday 5 June 2023 to Friday 16 June 2023. The campgrounds will be closed while these works are underway, however access to visitor facilities will remain open.

Some heavy vehicle traffic will also be occurring between Running Waters campground and Moyangul/Pinch River campground during this period. You are advised to adhere to all signage and directions of staff undertaking work.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office. 

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Applies from Thu 3 Sep 2020, 12.25pm to Tue 30 Apr 2024, 8.02am. Last reviewed: Sat 27 May 2023, 1.23pm

Other planned events: 1080 ground baiting program

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 Tuesday 28 February 2023 and 17 September 2023 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 Sun 4 Dec 2022, 7.01am to Mon 31 Jul 2023, 7.02am. Last reviewed: Sat 27 May 2023, 1.22pm

Closed parks: Closed due to severe storm damage to access and internal trails.

As of May 2023 Nangar National Park remains closed to all visitors due to severe storm impacts to the trails.

All trails are closed to all traffic as creek crossings and flash flood erosion wash-aways need to be repaired.

For more information, please contact Central West Area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640 for the most up to date information.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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Applies from Sun 25 Sep 2022, 8.02am to Sat 30 Sep 2023, 8.07am. Last reviewed: Sat 27 May 2023, 1.19pm

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 Tuesday 28 March 2023 to Saturday 30 September 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 26 May 2023, 12.28pm to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 12.29pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Jun 2023, 1.42pm

Closed areas: Trails Closed - Childowla Trail, Red Trail & Woolpack Trail

Reserve access will be impacted due to upcoming roadworks within Burrinjuck Nature Reserve taking place between January 16th and June 30th, 2023. These include:

  • Childowla Fire Trail
  • Red Trail
  • Woolpack Trail

Please be aware of truck movements on  Burrinjuck Road during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of traffic controllers, roadwork signage and NPWS staff. Please check the NPWS website for relevant road closures that may be in place during this period.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office. For more information, please contact the NPWS Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Mon 27 Feb 2023, 8.00am to Fri 16 Jun 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Jun 2023, 1.43pm

Closed areas: Road closures in place – Two Sticks Road (north) and Kenya Trail

Two Sticks Road will be closed for firetrail maintenance works from February 27th to 16th of June, 2023. The southern end of Two Sticks Road will remain open, closures will be in place north of the Blue Range Road intersection. Please be aware of truck movements on Two Sticks Road during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of traffic controllers, roadwork signage and NPWS staff.

Kenya Trail is closed to all vehicles due to firetrail conditions.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Queanbeyan NPWS office on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Thu 25 May 2023, 12.45pm to Sat 24 Jun 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 May 2023, 12.47pm

Closed parks: Park closed for aerial pest control operation

Burrinjuck Nature Reserve is closed from 7am, Monday 12 June to 8.00pm, Friday 23 June 2023 for an aerial pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact NPWS Queanbeyan on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Thu 25 May 2023, 12.28pm to Sat 24 Jun 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 May 2023, 12.38pm

Closed parks: Park closed for aerial pest control operation

Tinderry Nature Reserve is closed from 7am, Monday 12 June to 8.00pm, Friday 23 June 2023 for an aerial pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact NPWS Queanbeyan on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Wed 17 May 2023, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Tue 23 May 2023, 4.19pm

Closed areas: Bullocks Hut closed

Several buildings in the Bullocks Hut complex are closed until further notice while restoration works are completed. 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 5 Jun 2023, 8.00am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 Jun 2023, 8.58am

Closed areas: Merambego area closed for ground pest control operation

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be undertaking a ground shoot operation over 2 days for the control of deer and rabbits within the Merambego area of Kosciuszko National Park between 12pm Monday 19 June 2023 to 12pm Friday 30 June 2023, depending on weather conditions and logistics.

All entrances to the area will be sign posted outlining closure of the area. Please do not enter closure areas – penalties will apply.

If you have any questions, please contact the Jindabyne Office on 02 6450 5555.

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Applies from Thu 18 May 2023, 10.08am to Mon 12 Jun 2023, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 Jun 2023, 8.58am

Closed areas: Merambego area closed for ground pest control operation

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be undertaking a ground shoot operation over 2 days for the control of deer and rabbits within the Merambego area of Kosciuszko National Park between 12pm Thursday 1 June 2023 to 12pm Monday 12 June 2023, depending on weather conditions and logistics.

All entrances to the area will be sign posted outlining closure of the area. Please do not enter closure areas – penalties will apply.

If you have any questions, please contact the Jindabyne Office on 02 6450 5555.

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Applies from Tue 23 May 2023, 11.19am to Mon 26 Jun 2023, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Tue 23 May 2023, 11.27am

Closed parks: Aerial Pest Control Program

Scabby Range Nature Reserve is closed from 7am Tuesday 13th June to 6pm Saturday 24th June 2023 for an aerial pest control operation targeting pigs and deer.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance

 

For more information contact NPWS Tumut 6947 7000

 

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Applies from Tue 25 Oct 2022, 10.28am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.59am. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jun 2023, 11.55am

Closed areas: Closed due to flooding - Whymoul, Noorong, Wetuppa precincts of Murray Valley National Park

The Noorong and Wetuppa precincts of the Murray Valley National Park are closed due to recent wet weather and 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 Tue 7 Mar 2023, 3.06pm to Sat 10 Jun 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Sat 20 May 2023, 12.34pm

Other planned events: Tom Groggin campground partially closed due to roadworks

Tom Groggin campground and day use area will be partially closed from the Monday 24 April to Wednesday 10 June 2023. Significant maintenance works including the formalisation of vehicle tracks within the campground and rehabilitation planting will be underway during this period. Traffic controls may be in place for some parts of this work.

The Alpine National Park (Victoria) and Bicentennial National trail will remain accessible via the Tom Groggin access road and Murray River crossing. Tom Groggin horse camp is not affected by the works and will remain open. 

All NSW NPWS campgrounds require an online booking.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555. 

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Applies from Wed 24 May 2023, 10.11am to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 10.12am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2023, 10.13am

Other planned events: 1080 Fox Baiting Program

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Meat Baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Foxes. The program will be conducted between the 24th of May and the 1st of July 2023 in Ulandra Nature Reserve.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. 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 NPWS Tumut on (02) 6947 7000.

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Applies from Wed 24 May 2023, 10.01am to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 10.02am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2023, 10.10am

Other planned events: 1080 Fox Baiting

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Meat Baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Foxes. The program will be conducted between the 24th of May and the 1st of July 2023 in Nest Hill Nature Reserve.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. 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 NPWS Tumut on (02) 6947 7000.

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Applies from Thu 11 May 2023, 8.40am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 May 2023, 2.01pm

Closed areas: Rawson Pass toilet closed for winter

Rawson Pass toilet is closed from Thursday May 11 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 Thu 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 May 2023, 8.10am

Safety alerts: Reduce speed and drive to conditions

Ongoing wet weather has impacted the roads in this reserve, leaving them washed out and/or under water for long periods of time. While they have dried out, access trails can still have rough surfaces and require maintenance. Please reduce speed, drive to conditions, and be aware of your surroundings.

 

For more information, contact the NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.

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Applies from Fri 5 May 2023, 11.28am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 May 2023, 12.27pm

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 Sun 7 May 2023, 9.40am. Last reviewed: Wed 17 May 2023, 4.16pm

Closed areas: Snow Gums boardwalk closed due to snow and ice

The Snow Gums boardwalk in Kosciuszko National Park is closed until further notice due to snow and ice on the track. Conditions will be monitored and the boardwalk will re-open should conditions allow.

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

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Applies from Wed 12 Apr 2023, 5.33pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 3.30pm

Closed areas: Tin Mines Camping Area - Heavy Machinery

Heavy Machinery working in Tin Mines campsite area

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Applies from Fri 5 May 2023, 11.39am to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 12.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 May 2023, 2.22pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Avisford Nature Reserve (NR), Capertee National Park (NP), Dapper NR, Durridgere State Conservation Area (SCA), Gardens of Stone NP, Goodiman SCA, Goulburn River NP, Mugii Murum-ban SCA, Munghorn Gap NR, Wollemi NP and Yarrobil NP from Monday 22nd May 2023 to Friday 2nd June 2023.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

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 NPWS Mudgee office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

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Applies from Mon 1 May 2023, 10.00am to Wed 1 Nov 2023, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jun 2023, 7.11am

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 2023 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 Wed 26 Apr 2023, 8.00am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Apr 2023, 2.00pm

Closed areas: Federal Falls Walking Track Closed

Federal Falls Walking Track is closed from 8am 26 April 2023 to 4pm 30 June 2023 for maintenance. 

There will be no walking access on the Federal Falls walking trails during this period. There will be increased activity from National Parks staff around Federal Falls Campground during this time.

Federal Falls Campground remains open for tent camping and requires a booking through the Mount Canobolas website.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at Bathurst via email or phone 02 6332 7640.

 

 

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Applies from Wed 15 Mar 2023, 9.40am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Apr 2023, 5.40pm

Other planned events: Planned trail maintenance - Grassy Flat track, Murray Gates track, Rileys Flat track

Grassy Flat trail, Murray Gates trail and Rileys Flat trail will be intermittently closed for maintenance and repairs from Monday 20 March 2023. The Bicentennial National trail (from Tom Groggin to Geehi) will not be closed as part of these works. Closed areas will be signposted and gates for public access will be locked for the duration of these works.

For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555. 

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Applies from Mon 20 Jun 2022, 3.18pm to Fri 22 Sep 2023, 3.19pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 May 2023, 8.54am

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 Wednesday 22 March 2023 until Friday 22 September 2023 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 11 Nov 2022, 11.59am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 6.04pm

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 Wed 2 Nov 2022, 11.42am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jun 2023, 7.09am

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 Tue 28 Feb 2023, 12.40pm to Mon 4 Sep 2023, 12.41pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 7.23am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing ground baiting to control foxes using Poison 1080.

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in this park from Wednesday 1 March 2023 to Thursday 31 August 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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Applies from Tue 28 Feb 2023, 12.35pm to Mon 4 Sep 2023, 12.38pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 7.23am

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 Wednesday 1 March 2023 to Thursday 31 August 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 emailnpws.centralwest@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Tue 28 Feb 2023, 9.52am to Thu 28 Sep 2023, 9.53am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Apr 2023, 10.34am

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 Thursday 1 September 2022 and Tuesday 28 February 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 Thu 1 Oct 2020, 5.46pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Apr 2023, 10.35am

Closed areas: Tantangara Mountain Hut (Harveys Hut) closed

Tantangara Mountain Hut (Harveys Hut) is closed until further notice due to fire damage.

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

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Applies from Thu 1 Sep 2022, 9.16am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 9.16am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 May 2023, 4.24pm

Safety alerts: Safety risk of unexploded ordnances (UXO) in Livingstone National Park

You must keep to marked trails, walking tracks and roads when visiting Livingstone National Park.

This is because of the safety risk around unexploded ordinances (UXO) within the park. There are signs on the ground at all entrances to the 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 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 Thu 4 Aug 2022, 12.57pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2023, 2.53pm

Closed areas: Old Mountain Road walking track closed

The Old Mountain Road walking track is closed due to damage from the 2019-2020 bushfires. The walking track will remain closed until hazardous fire affected trees are removed. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Tumut Visitor Centre 02 6947 7025.

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Applies from Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am to Sat 1 Feb 2025, 12.40pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Feb 2023, 8.29am

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 Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 May 2023, 9.00am

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

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