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Last reviewed: Mon 23 June 2025, 5.16pm
Applies from Thu 5 Jun 2025, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jun 2025, 5.16pm.
The following areas in Wallingat National Park are closed until further notice due to storm and flood damage:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Wed 12 Oct 2022, 1.10pm to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Apr 2025, 2.10pm.
Ferny Creek campground is closed until further notice due to a collapsed bridge on the access road.
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Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 1.26pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.26pm
Karuah National Park is currently closed until further notice due to infrastructure repair works and recent storm damage causing the deterioration of conditions on access roads.
Karuah National Park will re-open as soon as repair works have been completed and staff determined it safe for visitation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the local office on (02) 4984 8200.
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Applies from Mon 30 Jun 2025, 2.12pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.19pm
Due to the current warnings of a possible East Coast Low visitors are advised of a safety alert for Tomaree National Park.
Tomaree National Park is expected to be impacted by damaging high winds and heavy rain, with potential for falling trees, localised landslips, and flooding.
The following areas impacted by this event include:
This safety alert is in effect from 30th June 2025 to 4th July 2025. Staff will continually assess the conditions as they change.
Please remember to check conditions before arriving, and if in doubt, save your visit for another day.
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 from 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
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Applies from Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.19am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.04pm
Samurai Beach and campground is closed to vehicles from Monday 19th May 2025 until further notice due to flooding on the access road.
Conditions will be reviewed regularly, and the area will reopen when safe and flood waters recede.
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Hunter Coast area office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Thu 26 Jun 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Jun 2025, 5.49pm
Violet Hill boat ramp maintenance is scheduled from 21/7/25 until 28/7/25 (weather pending). During this work, the boat ramp will be closed and machinery will be operating within and around the campground. The campground will remain open during this time.
For further information, please contact Manning Great Lakes Area on ph: 6591 0300 (BH)
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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Jun 2025, 4.21pm
The following areas in Myall Lakes National Park are closed due to widespread flooding:
Many creek crossings, roads and trails are impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions. Emergency services are requesting that people avoid unnecessary travel.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
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Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Jun 2025, 5.41pm
Yacaaba Headland walking track, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Hawks Nest, is open to a viewing point. Beyond this point the track is closed for visitor safety due to track construction and environmental assessments.
Yacaaba Spit track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.
Penalties may apply for non-compliance. For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Jun 2025, 5.20pm
Bombah Point Ferry in Myall Lakes National Park is closed until further notice due to flooding.
For further information, please contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Sat 10 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Jun 2025, 5.19pm
Vehicle access to Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse along Kinka Road, Seal Rocks is limited to residents only due to a landslip.
For further information, please contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Jun 2025, 5.12pm
Mungo Beach in Myall Lakes National Park is closed to 4WD vehicles due to severe weather impact.
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
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Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 12.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Jun 2025, 10.25am
Many national parks and reserves in the Manning Great Lakes and surrounding areas are closed until further notice due to widespread flooding and weather impacts. Many creek crossings, roads and trails are impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions.
Parks will re-open as soon as staff assess conditions and determine them safe for visitation.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office on (02) 6552 4097.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 3.54pm to Thu 31 Jul 2025, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Jun 2025, 2.33pm
The Glen Nature Reserve will be closed until 31 July 2025 to allow contractors to undertake trail upgrade works and flood impact assessments and remediation. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.
NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 3 Apr 2025, 11.10am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jun 2025, 7.34am
Tomaree Head Summit Walk lower section can be very slippery in wet weather. Visitors have fallen over on their way down the mountain. Please take extra care on the lower section especially during or after wet weather.
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Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jun 2025, 7.35am
The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site is closed to pedestrian access for public safety reasons. Please do not enter the site under any circumstances.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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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/wallingat-national-park/local-alerts
Wallingat National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to extreme weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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