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Watagan Flora Reserves

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Applies from Sat 11 Jul 2026, 10.44am. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Jul 2026, 10.46am

Closed areas: Gap Creek Forest Walk partially closed due to rockfall risk

Gap Creek Forest Walk is part closed due to the risk of landslip and rockfall.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast office on 02 4972 9000

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Applies from Wed 8 Jul 2026, 6.54pm to Fri 24 Jul 2026, 6.55pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jul 2026, 11.55am

Closed areas: Areas closed for Great North Walk track upgrade

Some parts of this Park are closed on Monday13 July 2026, while the Great North Walk at Ourimbah Creek crossing is being upgraded; and helicopter operations being undertaken in the area.

The closed areas are:

- Great North Walk, Cedar Brush Walk, between Ourimbah Creek Road and Forest Road.

- Archers Campsite

-Tooheys Road

- Red Hill Quarry

- Bill Jacks Point Road

Walking track upgrades will continue until Friday 24 July with diversions in place. Please follow Soil Conservation Service contractor instructions and safety signage on-site.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please contact the local NPWS office on 49729000

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Applies from Fri 3 Jul 2026, 8.58am to Mon 2 Nov 2026, 8.59am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Jul 2026, 9.08am

Other planned events: Conservation works on Devines Hill

Conservation works are underway on the Devines Hill section of the Old Great North Road, near Hangman's Rock. The Devines Hill section is from Settlers Road to Shepherds Gully Road.

 

The trail may be uneven and narrow during this time. Walk carefully and follow the directions of signs and NPWS staff and contractors.

 

For more information, contact the Wollemi - Yengo Area Office - (02) 6574 5555.

Applies from Fri 12 Dec 2025, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Jun 2026, 4.47pm

Closed areas: Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road Closed Due to Landslip and Rockfall

Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road is closed as it is no longer suitable for 2WD or 4WD vehicles due to risk of landslip and rockfall. This affects access from Watagans National Park to Quorrobolong. The nearest alternative access to the park is still possible via Mount Faulk Road from Cooranbong.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For further information, please contact NPWS Munmorah office on (02) 4972 9000.

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Applies from Tue 16 Jun 2026, 1.35pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Jun 2026, 1.58pm

Safety alerts: Wombat Mange Treatment Big Yango Visitor Precinct

A wombat mange treatment program is currently underway in the Big Yango Visitor Precinct, Yengo National Park. Mange affected animals may be seen during daylight. For your safety, do not approach any affected animals.

For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.

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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 Sat 11 Apr 2026, 1.29pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jul 2026, 12.34pm

Safety alerts: Road Maintenance

Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Watagans National Park. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.

Take care and drive to conditions.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000

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Applies from Thu 3 Jul 2025, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Jul 2026, 10.43am

Closed areas: Click Creek Fire Trail closed due to road conditions

Click Creek Fire Trail is temporarily closed as it is not suitable for 2WD or 4WD vehicles. The area will reopen as soon as it is considered safe. To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid these areas and other trails within the reserve that are potentially hazardous.

Penalties apply for non-compliance

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Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2025, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Jun 2026, 9.08am

Safety alerts: Road Maintenance

Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.

Take care and drive to conditions.

 

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 49729000

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Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 May 2026, 4.00pm

Closed areas: Muirs Lookout Picnic Area - Closed

Muirs Lookout Picnic Area on Prickly Ridge Road has been closed due to ageing infrastructure, obstructed lookout views to the coast and very low public visitation. Alternative picnic facilities are located nearby in Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park. Further information on other places to visit can be obtained via the NPWS or Forestry Corporation websites. 

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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 May 2026, 4.00pm

Safety alerts: Prickly Ridge Road 4WD only

The section of Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.

To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.  

For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.

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