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Applies from Fri 11 Sep 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 2.29pm
Hazard reduction burns: Scouters Mountain HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 11/09/2026. The fire is called Scouters Mountain HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 1.13pm
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
- Prince Henry Cliff walk (part of Grand Clifftop walk) between Honeymoon lookout and Sequoia restaurant, Fern Bower track, Leura Forest, Dardanelles Pass and Federal Pass between Leura Forest and junction with Dardanelles Pass are all closed for a helicopter operation Thursday 17 September - weather permitting.
- Fern Bower track is closed for repairs until 30 October 2026. There is no access from Leura Cascades or Cliff Drive to Federal Pass via Fern Bower and Leura Forest.
- Amphitheatre track is closed for urgent repairs from Monday 14 to Friday 18 September.
- The northern access of Leura Cascades Track is closed to due to Council upgrades. Visitors should detour via Prince Henry Cliff Walk to access. 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).
- 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.
- 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 9 June to 17 December 2026 for fire trail upgrades. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.
- No access to Fortress Ridge/Canyon, Butterbox track/Canyon, Mount Hay Summit track and Lockleys Pylon walking track from 9 June to 17 December to allow for upgrade works along Mt Hay.
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.
- Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road
- 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.
- Dunphys campground, Galong Cabins and Green Gully Road are closed from the 12 October to 26 October while Green Gully Road works are in progress. There is no access to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclist during this time. There will be no access to the campground from Carlon Creek Track, Bellbird Ridge Fire trail, Ironmonger Track or Ironpot Track. Walkers will need to exit via Narrow Neck Trail.
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 Tue 8 Sep 2026, 2.16pm to Mon 21 Sep 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Sep 2026, 10.51am
Closed areas: Areas closed for hazard reduction burning
Some parts of Heathcote National Park are closed due to hazard reduction burning from Friday 11 to Monday 21st September 2026. The closed area/s are:
- Scouters Mountain Fire Trail
- All bushland areas west of Heathcote Creek which have been recently burnt
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Scouters Mountain HR. For more information, contact the Audley Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Sun 13 Sep 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 3.29pm
Closed areas: Part of Goulburn River National park is closed for aerial shooting for feral animal control
Parts of Goulburn River NP are closed from 3pm, Sunday 13th of September to 5pm Friday 18th of September 2026 for Aerial shooting for feral animal control.
The closed areas include:
- Big River Campground
- Spring Gully Campground
- Drummers Flat
- Morrisons Flat
- Thompsons Flat
- Mt Dangar Area
- Merriwa River
- Tunnel Trail
The Drip walking track remains open, but walkers should not travel off track down the river, from the lookout.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 6370 9000
Applies from Mon 24 Aug 2026, 12.01am to Fri 2 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Sep 2026, 9.19pm
Closed areas: Road and fire trail closures for vegetation maintenance works
NPWS contractors will be doing essential vegetation maintenance works along Royal National Park roads and fire trails from Monday 24 August to Friday 2 October 2026.
Works on roads will take place at night to minimise daytime traffic and access impacts. Fire trail works will take place during the day, with closures in place.
Works will be underway at the following locations and times:
- Warumbul and Rathane Roads: night works from 24 August to 11 September 2026.
- Gundamian Vehicle Trail: closed for maintenance on weekdays from 24 August to 18 September 2026.
- Winifred Falls Vehicle Trail: closed for maintenance on weekdays from 2 September to 2 October 2026.
Visitors staying at Weemalah or Hill Top cottages will still be able to access these locations with proof of booking.
Warumbul picnic area will remain open during daylight hours.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Tue 25 Aug 2026, 9.25am to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Sep 2026, 9.19pm
Other planned events: 1080 pest management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting an aerial baiting program using dried meat baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program will occur from Wednesday 02 September to Sunday 06 September 2026 in Royal National Park.
All baiting locations are identifiable by signs. Please don’t touch baits.
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.
Fox baiting in this reserve is aimed at improving the eco-health of the reserve by reducing predation of ground dwelling mammals and small birds, and specifically targeting fox control along the Hacking River to assist the successful re-introduction of platypus into Royal National Park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Audley office on 02 9542 0632 (business hours) or the NPWS after hours call centre on 1300 056 294.
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Applies from Wed 12 Aug 2026, 12.31pm to Fri 1 Oct 2027, 12.33pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Aug 2026, 1.22pm
Safety alerts: 10B and 10C Fire Trails - Increased Truck Movements
The 10B and 10C Fire Trails in Dharawal National Park, between Appin Rd and the former North Cliff Colliery will see increased truck movements from September 2026 for approximately 12 months. This is to support the rehabilitation of the former colliery by the current leaseholder GM3. Please take care on these shared trails and give way to trucks. For more information contact GM3 Community Team at 1800 102 210
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Applies from Thu 25 Jun 2026, 8.27am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 8.27am. Last reviewed: Sun 6 Sep 2026, 2.31pm
Closed areas: Closure of Unauthorised Trail — East Heathcote to Waterfall
An unauthorised trail located between East Heathcote and Waterfall has now been formally and physically closed. Closure works have been completed, including signage and brush matting of the trail surface to encourage natural bush regeneration and clearly signal that the trail is no longer open to access. Access to this trail (located directly adjacent to the Eastern side of the rail corridor between East Heathcote and Waterfall) is not permitted. Please obey all closure signage. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Visitors are encouraged to use only designated and clearly marked tracks within Royal National Park. For more information, please contact Royal National Park Visitors Centre on 9542 0648.
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Applies from Fri 26 Jun 2026, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 2.14pm
Safety alerts: Areas Closed - Deer Control Program
Some areas in Royal National Park, Heathcote National Park and Garawarra State Conservation Area are closed to the public between sunset and sunrise from Monday to Thursday (excluding school holidays) from Monday 6 July 2026 to Friday 18 December 2026 to enable deer control operations to be carried out.
The closed areas include:
- Trails and all Picnic Flats in the Audley Precinct
- Asset protection zones adjacent to Maianbar, Bundeena and East Heathcote
- Wattamolla and Garie picnic areas
- North Era campground and coastal areas between Garie Beach and Figure 8 Pools
- Garawarra Farm
- Lady Carrington Drive
- Bonnie Vale campground and Bonnie Vale picnic area.
- Hacking River Vehicle Trail
- Camp Gully Vehicle Trail
- Karingal Picnic Area
- Powerline East Vehicle Trail
These closures will be signposted at the entry points to the closed areas. If you have a campground booking you can still access campgrounds during these times.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2026, 8.00am to Sun 4 Oct 2026, 11.49am. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Sep 2026, 1.55pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Bangadilly National Park (NP), Guula Ngurra NP, Nattai NP and Upper Nepean State Conservation Area from Monday 24th August – Sunday 6th September 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 impacts 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 Bargo NPWS area office for more information on 02 4632-4514.
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Applies from Mon 3 Aug 2026, 1.23pm to Fri 25 Sep 2026, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jul 2026, 1.32pm
Closed areas: No access to Mt.Kiera Ring Track via Byarong Park picnic area
Access to the Mt.Kiera ring track from Byarong Park picnic area will be closed for a walking track upgrade from Monday 3 August 2026 to Friday 25 September 2026
Alternative parking for the Mt.Kiera ring track will be available at Geordies Flat approximately 1km up Mount Kiera Rd and on Queen Elizabeth Drive
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For information on alternative walks in the area, contact the Illawarra Highlands office on (02) 4224 4188 or visit the webpage
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Applies from Tue 30 Jun 2026, 4.00pm to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Sep 2026, 4.07pm
Safety alerts: Access to Wattamolla Beach
The pontoon at Wattamolla has been removed for maintenance. Access to the beach is available via stairs at the eastern end of the precinct. Please be aware you will need to cross through water, and conditions will change with the tide. Take care and plan ahead.
For more information, contact the local Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 25 Jun 2026, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Aug 2026, 9.07am
Closed areas: Closure and rehabilitation of unauthorised mountain bike trails
Unauthorised mountain bike trails in the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area are being closed and rehabilitated in stages, in line with the Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy.
From June 2026, unauthorised trails near Mount Keira will be progressively closed and rehabilitated.
Closed trails will be signposted and may be physically blocked with barriers to support safe rehabilitation.
Please do not enter closed or restricted areas. Riders are reminded to use only approved, open trails. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
The Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy is being delivered by the National Parks and Wildlife Service and includes the 70-kilometre Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Network, providing a safer and more sustainable alternative to unauthorised trails. The 20-kilometre Kembla mountain bike trails opened in 2025, with a further 50 km proposed for delivery in 2027.
Unauthorised trails that are not being formalised as part of the approved network are being progressively closed and rehabilitated as the network is delivered. This work protects environmental and cultural values and improves visitor safety.
Check current trail status before you ride via the Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Network or search on Trailforks.
For more information about the Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Project, including the closure and rehabilitation program, visit the webpage.
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Applies from Mon 18 Aug 2025, 12.00am to Mon 30 Nov 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Aug 2026, 8.49am
Closed areas: Sublime Point Walking Track closed
The Sublime Point Walking Track is closed for major upgrades from Monday 18 August 2025 to Monday 30 November 2026.
Alternative walking tracks include the Lookout Track to Panorama House, Wodi Wodi Track, Gibson Walking Track, the Woodward Loop Track and the Mount Keira Ring Track.
The upgrade is supported by the NSW and Australian Government’s Infrastructure Betterment Fund to repair and rebuild public assets directly impacted by natural disasters since 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For information on alternative walks, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Fri 22 Aug 2025, 12.12pm to Mon 30 Nov 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Aug 2026, 8.49am
Closed areas: No access to Austinmer via Sublime Point Walking Track
The Forest Walk terminates at Sublime Point due to major upgrades on the Sublime Point Walking Track which is closed from Monday 18 August 2025 to Monday 30 November 2026.
There is no walking access to Austinmer or Austinmer Train Station.
The upgrade is supported by the NSW and Australian Government’s Infrastructure Betterment Fund to repair and rebuild public assets directly impacted by natural disasters since 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For information on alternative walks, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jul 2026, 9.25am
Closed areas: North Era campground closed
North Era campground is closed until further notice. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Fri 5 Sep 2025, 1.38pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jun 2026, 9.11am
Safety alerts: Hazardous track conditions - Wodi Wodi Walking Track
Recent heavy rain has created hazardous track conditions on the Wodi Wodi Walking Track between the Forest Walk and Stanwell Park Train Station. The track is currently experiencing erosion, fallen trees and landslips. It is not suitable for most walkers.
Please consider alternative walking tracks in the area.
Contact the local NPWS Area Office for more information.
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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Apr 2025, 4.20pm
Safety alerts: Landslide on Auxillary trail- Heathcote National Park
A landslip occurred on an auxillary trail (near Dingo tunnel) off Lower pipeline fire trail in April 2024. Pedestrians and Cyclists are not permitted to pass the landslip.
Authorised Vehicles are not permitted to drive the auxillary trial until further notice.
There are no walking tracks or visitors facilities in this area.
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