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Applies from Sun 7 Jun 2026, 9.20am to Sun 28 Jun 2026, 9.21am. Last reviewed: Sun 7 Jun 2026, 9.24am
Safety alerts: Worimi Conservation Lands -Beachfront Driving Caution
Visitors are advised to always exercise caution whilst driving on beach front, conditions can change rapidly due to hazardous weather, surf and tides.
Beach front conditions have degraded and some sections of the beach front may not be passable.
- Driving within two hours either side of high tide is not recommended due to increased risk from changing weather and ocean conditions.
- Subject to assessment -Consult website for the most current advice HOME - Worimi Conservation Lands
- If the beach becomes impassable, safely turn around and backtrack along your original route to exit. Do not drive over frontal dunes or vegetation, as this is prohibited and penalties apply.
For further information, please contact the NPWS Hunter Coast Office on (02) 4984 8200
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Applies from Sat 6 Jun 2026, 1.53pm to Wed 10 Jun 2026, 1.49pm. Last reviewed: Sat 6 Jun 2026, 1.53pm
Safety alerts: Tree down on Hunter Main Trail
Large tree is blocking access along Hunter Main Trail from Commission Road to Sheepskin Hut. Visitors are advised that access to Sheepskin Hut is via Putty Valley Road only. For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 1.28pm
Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed
Many roads, fire trails and walking tracks in Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to infrastructure repairs, upgrades or damage caused by wet weather including subsidence, rockfalls, landslides and fallen trees.
Katoomba and Leura
- Katoomba Kiosk Reserve, Reids Plateau and Round Walk east are closed to due to Council upgrades. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
- Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall hazards. (Visible bridge from Echo Point. Side route off Three Sisters Track and Giant Stairs).
- Furber Steps walk and Round walking track (full loop) are closed from Wednesday 20 May to Tuesday 30 June 2026, for track upgrade works. There will be no access to Federal Pass from these tracks. Alternative access/exits are via Fern Bower, Giant Stairway, or Scenic World (costs apply). Visitors can also access Federal Pass from Golden Stairs however access via these routes is more adventurous and remote.
- Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck fire trail) is closed to vehicles near Cliff Drive due to a road subsidence. There is no vehicle access to Golden Stairs trackhead. Walkers and cyclists are permitted.
- Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck) south of Pumphouse Trail Golden Stairs, Federal Pass (from Golden Stairs to Scenic World Valley Stations), will be closed intermittently for a helicopter operation from 3 June to 4 June 2026. Delays should be expected.
- Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.
- Six Foot track is closed at the boundary to the Jenolan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve. Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (including the Caves Visitor Precinct) is closed until 31 December 2026. There is no access to the entire reserve during this time.
- Mt Hay Road will be closed from Tuesday 9 June to Thursday 17 December 2026 for Fire Trail upgrades. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.
Wentworth Falls and Woodford
- Part of National Pass (west of Wentworth Falls middle crossing) is closed due to a major landslide and ongoing risks.
- Wentworth Pass and Slack Stairs are closed due to elevated boardwalk repairs. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls routes.
- Valley of the Waters is closed below Silvia Falls due rockfall hazards. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls.
- Princes Rock walking track is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026. Princes Rock lookout is however accessible from Overcliff/Undercliff track.
- Fletchers lookout is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026.
- Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
- Kings Tableland Road from the park gate out to McMahons Point will be closed to all traffic from Monday 1 June until Friday 12 June 2026 to allow for road works. Open to all traffic on weekends, including from Saturday 6 June to Monday 8 June.
- Winbourne fire trail (L6) in Woodford will be closed for maintenance from Monday 25 May to Friday 26 June 2026.
Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road
- Green Gully precinct including Dunphys Campground and Galong Cabins is closed for road upgrade works until 15 June 2026 (weather dependent). This means there is no access to the K-2-K, Iron Pot Route, Breakfast Creek, Ironmonger Route or Bellbird Ridge Fire Trail.
- Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and part of the walking track are closed. For more information visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).
- Govetts descent and parts of Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. Valley access from Blackheath is via Horse Track.
- Grand Canyon walking track will be closed from Monday 15th June until Wednesday 17th June to allow for parking and road works. This include no access to the Horse Track. Parking only available at Grand Canyon carpark.
- Evans Lookout and Evans Lookout Road (within the Blue Mountains NP) will be closed from Tuesday 16th June until Friday 19th June to allow for road and parking repairs. Walkers accessing Evans Lookout via the Clifftop track will have to return the same way.
Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing
Juggler (aka Point Pilcher) Canyon exit has been affected by a recent rockfall event. Canyoners should use caution and exit around the impact site.
Some adventure recreation areas and routes may be closed where the access or exit road/track is mentioned above.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre.
Applies from Fri 12 Dec 2025, 12.35pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 12.27pm
Safety alerts: Howes Trail road condition – experienced 4WD only
Howes trail from Putty Road to Yango Track is rough and severely eroded. Experienced 4WD only. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555 or NSW Crown Lands 1300 886 235
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Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2026, 10.36am to Sun 21 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 10.43am
Closed areas: Sugarloaf SCA
Vegetation Management on Management Trails within the southern portion of Sugarloaf SCA will be undertaken between Thursday 04/06/2026 to Sunday 21/06/2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office. (02) 4946 4100
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Applies from Thu 21 May 2026, 10.48am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 11.48pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 12.55pm
Closed areas: Intermittent Partial Closure Blue Gum Hills Regional Park Carpark
Carpark will remain open with partial closures in place at times due to maintenance work undertaken between Thursday 21 May 2026 - Friday 19 June 2026. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local office on (02) 4946 4100.
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Applies from Wed 3 Jun 2026, 12.15pm to Mon 15 Jun 2026, 4.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 12.30pm
Closed areas: Trails closed Werakata National Park for Maintenance Work
Trails closed - Tomalpin Trail, Swamp Creek Trail, Willai Trail, Waterline Trail, Elerington Trail and Kitchner East Trail from Wednesday 3 June 2026 - Monday 15 June 2026 maintenance work being carried out. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, contact the local NPWS office on (02)4946 4100.
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Applies from Wed 3 Jun 2026, 9.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 9.41am
Closed areas: Ramsar Road Ash Island
Ramsar Road Ash Island in Hunter Wetlands National Park will be closed intermittently due to Vegetation Works from Wednesday 3rd June to Wednesday 10th June 2026.
Traffic Control will be in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office. (02) 4946 4100
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Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2026, 12.00am to Fri 12 Jun 2026, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 May 2026, 3.01pm
Closed parks: Park closed weekdays for aerial pest control operation
The following reserves are closed from 6am, Monday 1 June to 7pm, Friday 12 June 2026 for an aerial pest control operation.
* Nattai National Park
* Nattai State Conservation Area
* Burragorang State Conservation Area (Burragorang Lookout will be open on weekends and public holidays)
* Joadja Nature Reserve
* Jellore Flora Reserve
* Wollondilly River Nature Reserve
* Bangadilly National Park
* Guula Ngurra National Park
* Mt Penang Part 11 lands
* Upper Nepean SCA including Stage 2 lands (North of the Tourist Road)
* Barrallier WaterNSW freehold lands
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
Applies from Mon 18 May 2026, 6.05am to Fri 12 Jun 2026, 5.06pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 7.38am
Closed areas: Polblue Swamp Walk Temporarily Closed Due to Upgrade Works
The Polblue Swamp Walking Track will be temporarily closed from Monday 18 May 2026 while the walking track upgrade is being completed.
Please note that:
- the Polblue Camping and Picnic Areas will remain open
- signs will be in place around closed areas
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office in Scone 02 6540 2300 or Gloucester 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Sun 31 May 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 25 Sep 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 2.49pm
Closed areas: Seasonal Closure of Barrington Tops NP 4WD trails
The following 4WD trails are closed to all public vehicles from Monday 1 June 2026 to the afternoon of Friday 25 September 2026 for the winter seasonal closure:
- Barrington trail - south
- Barrington trail - central
- Paddys Ridge trail
- Butchers Swamp trail
- Bullock Brush trail
- Thunderbolts trail (between Barrington Tops Forest Road and Pheasants Creek Road)
- Tugalow trail
Vehicle access to Junction Pools, Little Murray and Gummi Falls campgrounds and associated walking tracks and facilities is closed during this time. Visitors can still access all these campgrounds, walking tracks and facilities on foot or by bicycle.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact either the NPWS Gloucester area office on 02 6538 5300, the NPWS Scone area office on 02 6540 2300 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 18 May 2026, 7.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jun 2026, 6.08pm
Other planned events: Roadworks on Commission Road and Hunter Main Trail
Roadworks will be underway on Commission Road and Hunter Main Trail (between King's Cross Junction to Three Ways Junction) from Monday 18 May to Tuesday 30 June 2026.
The trails will be subjected to partial and temporary closures during this period. Access to Sheepskin Hut and Appletree Aboriginal Area may be periodically impacted.
The road may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.
For further information contact the NPWS Bulga office on (02) 6574 5555.
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Applies from Tue 12 May 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 31 Jul 2026, 5.01pm. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Jun 2026, 6.41pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a one-off ground baiting program from 18 May 2026 to 30 June 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Wollemi National Park (in Jerrys Plains / Appletree Flat area) and Manobalai Nature Reserve.
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 Bulga NPWS office for more information on (02) 6574 5555.
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Applies from Mon 18 May 2026, 7.00am to Fri 26 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 May 2026, 9.51am
Safety alerts: Boree Track Vegetation Maintenance
NSW Crown Lands will be conducting vegetation maintenance along Boree Track from Monday 18 May 2026 to Friday 26 June May 2026. Track will remain open during maintenance works however, users are advised that machinery will be present and working onsite during this time. Users must follow all safety signage along the track.
For more information, contact NSW Crown Lands 1300 886 235 or email enquiries@crownland.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 11 May 2026, 9.56am to Mon 22 Jun 2026, 9.57am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 7.58am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program in Belford National Park and Tiraki Nature Reserve from Monday 11th May – Monday 22nd June 2026.
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 the 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 Bulga NPWS area office for more information on 02 6574 5555
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Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 9.27am to Sat 8 May 2027, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 May 2026, 8.51am
Closed areas: The Welcome Mangrove Walk, Ash Island is closed due to damage
The Welcome Mangrove Walk of Ash Island, Hunter Wetlands National Parks is closed due to damage, from Monday 26th August 2025 until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Shortland office on 4946 4100.
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Applies from Mon 10 Nov 2025, 11.49am to Fri 26 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jun 2026, 9.02am
Closed areas: Wallaroo National Park Closures due to planned maintenance works
Some parts of Wallaroo National Park are closed due to reopen Friday 26 June 2026 for planned road maintenance, with heavy plant and machinery in operation.
Roads and trails that will be closed during these works include:
- Ripleys Trail
- Ten Mile Road
- Lone Pine Road
- Callaghans Trail
- Drews Trail
- Nine Mile Road
- Allen Road
- Gilmore Trail
During this time, pedestrian and vehicle access is not permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Hunter Coast Area NPWS office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Wed 29 Apr 2026, 8.00am to Mon 27 Jul 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 28 May 2026, 2.14pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Hunter Wetlands National Park from 4 May to 25 June 2026.
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 shorebird 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.
For more information contact the Lower Hunter Area NPWS office on 4946 4100.
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Applies from Tue 21 Apr 2026, 10.40am to Sun 14 Jun 2026, 10.42am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 7.38am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 2 May to 16 May 2026 in the following reserves:
- Barrington Tops National Park/State Conservation Area
- Towarri National Park / Wingen Maid Nature Reserve / Cedar Brush Nature Reserve
- Wallabadah Nature Reserve
- Woolooma National Park
- Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve/National Park
- Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve/State Conservation Area
- Curracabundi National Park/State Conservation Area, Bretti Nature Reserve, Mernot Nature Reserve, Watchimbark Nature Reserve, Woko National Park, Monkeycot Nature Reserve, Coneac State Conservation Area, Camels Hump Nature Reserve, Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
- Copeland Tops State Conservation Area
- Berrico Nature Reserve
- The Glen Nature Reserve
- Barakee National Park
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 the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at authorised entrances to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and most other NPWS managed land. 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 NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Scone Office on 02 6540 2300 for more information.
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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 16 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.37am
Closed areas: Closed areas: Barington Tops National Park partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
The Gloucester Tops section of Barrington Tops National Park will be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 20 April 2026 to Friday 16 October 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Areas will be closed by signage. Do Not Enter. Penalties apply.
This closure does not directly effect Gloucester River campground and all walking tracks / picnic facilities at Gloucester Tops will remain open during daylight hours when an operation is happening.
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Applies from Thu 2 Apr 2026, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Apr 2026, 8.09am
Closed areas: Gees Arm North fire trail closed due to hazard reduction activities
Gees Arm North fire trail is closed for hazard reduction burning from Thursday 2 April - Saturday 4 April 2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Gees Arm North HR. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 11.57am to Fri 2 Oct 2026, 11.57am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 7.38am
Safety alerts: Visitor safety alert: feral horses
Feral horses move through this campground and along the adjacent walking track day and night. Campers at Polblue campground should set up tents as close to their vehicles as possible.
Aggressive horse behaviour can pose a safety risk for visitors. Aggressive behaviour includes snorting, head bobbing, stomping front legs, ears erect, aggressive stance and approaching in an aggressive manner.
What to do around aggressive horses:
- avoid the animals, especially if a stallion is present and there are mares nearby
- retreat to your vehicle
- wave your arms around and make lots of noise
- walk in a group rather than as an individual
- always be aware of your immediate surroundings.
Please report any such interaction or aggressive horse behaviour to NPWS Gloucester on 6538 5300 or NPWS Scone on 6540 2300.
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Applies from Wed 25 Mar 2026, 9.26am to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Mar 2026, 9.28am
Safety alerts: Grassy Hill FT is currently 4WD access only and is not suitable for 2WD vehicles
Grassy Hill FT is currently 4WD access only and is not suitable for 2WD vehicles
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Sat 9 Aug 2025, 12.39pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 May 2026, 8.33am
Closed areas: Trails within Black Bulga SCA closed due to severe weather event
Trevor Tops Rd in Black Bulga State Conservation Area and Cabbage Tree Rd in Chichester State Forest (Main Creek area) are closed until further notice due to impacts from flooding and severe weather.
Roads leading to the reserve have been damaged and pose a hazard to road users. NPWS will reopen the trails once flood impacts have been remediated.
For more information contact the Gloucester NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 11.22am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 28 May 2026, 7.49am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to severe weather damage.
Some parts of this park are closed from Thursday 29th May 2025 until further notice due to severe weather damage. The closed areas are:
- Mount Royal Road
- Youngville Campground
- Pieries Peak Walking Track
- Carrow Brook Walking Track
Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Tue 4 Nov 2025, 1.53pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 8.45am
Safety alerts: Williams Top Rd - 4WD recommended in wet conditions
Williams Top Rd (in Chichester State Forest) has been reopened, allowing vehicle access to Lagoon Pinch Picnic Area (start of the Corker Trail). However, 4WD is recommended in wet conditions due to slippery surfaces. Drivers should be experienced and well prepared as mobile coverage in the area is limited.
For more information contact NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212.
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Applies from Thu 4 Sep 2025, 3.10pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 9.34am
Closed areas: Tomago precinct: intermittent closures for feral animal control (ground shooting)
On selected nights between 4 September 2025 and 30 June 2026, the Tomago precinct of Hunter Wetlands National Park will be closed for ground shooting operations targeting feral deer. When operations are active, affected areas will be signposted “Do not enter.”
Other feral animals, including rabbits and foxes, will be targeted if observed during the operations.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4946 4100 or email npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Fri 25 Jul 2025, 5.26pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Jul 2025, 5.28pm
Closed areas: Closed areas: Werakata State Conservation Area partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Small areas within Werakata State Conservation Area may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 21 July 2025 to Friday 11 September 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 21 Jul 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 24 May 2026, 3.47pm
Closed areas: Werakata National Park partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Small areas within Werakata National Park may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 21 July 2025 to Friday 11 September 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 May 2026, 7.27am
Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground - Boobook section permanently closed
The Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground has permanently closed due to flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4720-6200.
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Applies from Thu 28 Dec 2023, 7.31am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 8.41am
Closed areas: Burraga Swamp Walk Closed
Burraga Swamp walking track is currently inaccessible to vehicles due to closure of Mt Allyn Rd. Forestry Corporation of NSW has closed the road due to a failed bridge. The reopening date is not known at this stage. For more information, phone Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Tue 7 Oct 2014, 1.53pm to Thu 7 Oct 2027, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Apr 2026, 9.27am
Closed areas: Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area closed
Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area are closed for approved underground mining operations. The affected areas (see map) have been closed to protect visitor safety, because they're subject to subsidence and remediation activities from the mining operations.
Great North walk remains open. An update will be provided should this situation change.
If you're visiting the park, please be aware of subsidence and pollution incidents that took place in 2013, which were greater than what was expected from normal mining operations. These included a cliff fall in the north, and a subsidence and grout leak incident in the central part of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area.
If you're planning to visit the park during this time, please stay on formed tracks and trails and observe all barriers, warning signs and safety messages. Areas subject to possible cliff fall or subsidence in both areas of the park are clearly marked.
For more information, call the NPWS Lower Hunter area office on 02 4946 4100. NSW National Parks safety page.
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Applies from Thu 8 Jun 2023, 6.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 10.32am
Safety alerts: Damaged Bridge on Lone Pine Rd
Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Drews Road in Wallaroo State Forest is closed while damage to a bridge is being repaired.
The Common picnic area is still accessible by 4WD only, from Limeburners Creek Road via Callaghans Trail and Lone Pine Rd.
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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.37am
Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park
Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It's been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access.
Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300.
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