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Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Dec 2025, 11.57am
Safety alerts: Washouts on Carinya Road
There are significant washouts on Carinya Rd in Deriah Aboriginal Area.
Washouts can be harmful to vehicles and passengers. Please travel this road with caution and drive through washouts at very low speed.
This road is not managed by NPWS. Please direct any concerns regarding the condition of the road to Narrabri Shire Council on 02 6799 6866 or council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Dec 2025, 11.54am
Safety alerts: Washouts on Kaputar Road
There are several washouts on the gravel section of Kaputar Rd in Mount Kaputar National Park.
Washouts can be harmful to vehicles and passengers. Please travel this section of road with caution and drive through washouts at very low speed.
This section of road is not managed by NPWS. Please direct any concerns regarding the condition of the road to Narrabri Shire Council on 02 6799 6866 or council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Thu 25 Dec 2025, 12.00am to Fri 26 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Dec 2025, 9.43am
Closed areas: Warrumbungle Visitor Centre and Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre will be closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Warrumbungle Visitor Centre and Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre will be closed Christmas Day 25 December and Boxing Day 26 December 2025.
All other visitor facilities and areas remain open.
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Applies from Mon 8 Dec 2025, 12.14pm to Sun 28 Dec 2025, 12.15pm. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Dec 2025, 2.56pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from Sunday 14 December 2025 to Sunday 28 Dec 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral pigs.
The program will take place in Bingara State Conservation Area (Derra Derra Block).
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened 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.
Please contact the local Barwon NPWS area office for more information on 02 6792 7300.
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Applies from Tue 9 Dec 2025, 12.00am to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Dec 2025, 3.29pm
Other planned events: Roadworks on Scutts Hut firetrail
There are roadworks occurring on the lower section of Scutts Hut firetrail from Tuesday 9 December 2025 until Friday 27 February 2026.
Scutts Hut, Scutts Hut trail, and Scutts Hut and Kurrawonga Falls walk all remain OPEN, however no access is permitted to the lower section of Scutts Hut firetrail, which is barricaded with closure signage. Any expansions of the closure area will be posted with at least one week's notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Narrabri office on 02 6792 7300.
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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 2.35pm
Safety alerts: Walking tracks closed during Extreme or Catastrophic fire danger ratings
During Extreme or Catastrophic fire danger ratings, all walking tracks in Mount Kaputar National Park are closed.
Before proceeding, check the current fire danger rating here, check the fire danger rating signs, or contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Narrabri office on 02 6792 7300.
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Applies from Mon 1 Dec 2025, 9.12am to Mon 1 Jun 2026, 9.14am. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 9.22am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting programs. Baiting is scheduled from 1 December 2025 to 1 June 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
Ground baiting will occur in Warrumbungle National Park.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of foxes 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 Castlereagh Area NPWS area office for more information on 02 6843 4000.
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Applies from Sat 22 Nov 2025, 1.16pm to Sun 15 Mar 2026, 1.19pm. Last reviewed: Sat 22 Nov 2025, 1.31pm
Other planned events: Park closed 15 March to 21 March 2026 for aerial and ground pest control program
Warrumbungle National Park will be closed from 3pm Sunday 15 March to 9am Saturday 21 March 2026 for an aerial and ground pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Warrumbungle Visitor Centre on 02 6825 4364.
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Applies from Tue 16 Apr 2024, 10.35am. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Dec 2025, 8.58am
Closed areas: The Governor Summit walking track closed for upgrades
The Governor Summit (Corrunbral Borawah) walking track is closed until further notice for upgrades to the elevated walkway sections.
The Governor lookout walking track (including the carpark and lookout platform) is now reopened, however access past the barricade to The Governor Summit walking track is prohibited.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Narrabri office on 02 6792 7300.
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Applies from Thu 20 Nov 2025, 2.37pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Dec 2025, 2.55pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfires and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 9.40am to Mon 2 Mar 2026, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Sat 6 Dec 2025, 6.55pm
Closed areas: Boonalla Cave Road & Boonalla Cave walking track
The following parts of this park are closed until further notice to protect eastern cave bats while they are breeding:
- Boonalla Cave Road
- Boonalla Cave carpark and walking track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Coonabarabran office on 02 6842 1311.
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Applies from Wed 8 Oct 2025, 9.46am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 9.46am. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Dec 2025, 9.32am
Fire bans: PARK FIRE BAN
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Nov 2025, 8.49am
Closed areas: Sandstone Caves closed due to rockfall hazard
Sandstone Caves walking track will be closed until further notice due to a rock fall hazard.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre on 6843 4011.
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Applies from Mon 24 Jun 2024, 9.25am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 8.43am. Last reviewed: Sat 22 Nov 2025, 12.41pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
The Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
Ground baiting will occur in Pilliga National Park and Pilliga State Conservation Area.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened 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 please contact the Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) on 0457 873 871 or NPWS Castlereagh Area on 02 6843 4000.
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Applies from Mon 4 Nov 2024, 12.15pm to Mon 31 Dec 2029, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Dec 2025, 2.56pm
Closed parks: Woodsreef State Conservation Area Closed
Woodsreef State Conservation Area is closed until further notice due to potential health risks from possible asbestos exposure.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Narrabri NPWS office on (02) 6792 7300.
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