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Applies from Thu 24 Sep 2020, 3.56pm to Mon 16 Nov 2020, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Sep 2020, 5.08pm
Closed parks: Upper Nepean State Conservation Area closed
Upper Nepean State Conservation Area is closed for ground pest control operation
This area will be closed from Wednesday 16 September to Monday 16 November 2020.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Wed 25 Dec 2019, 8.07pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Sep 2020, 3.37pm
Closed areas: Blue Mountains National Park - closed areas
NPWS is working to reopen campgrounds and accommodation where possible. However, some locations need to remain closed to ensure compliance with the current rules on public gatherings or for other reasons such as fire/flood damage.
From Monday 1 June 2020, all reopened campgrounds and campsites will require a booking to be made before you visit. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.
The following areas of Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to bushfire, COVID-19, track works and/or flood damage:
Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls
- National Pass from Valley of Waters to Slacks Stairs, due to rockfall risk
- Golden Stairs and Federal Pass between Scenic World and Golden Stairs, due to a new landslide
- Part of Amphitheatre track from the base of Bridal Veil falls to Fern Bower, due to rockfall risk
- Prince Henry Cliff walk between Leura Cascades round walk and Leura Cascades picnic area, and between Gordon Falls lookout and Olympian lookout, due to landslides. Detours in place. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- Part of Charles Darwin walk north of Weeping Rock circuit. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- Ingar campground can only be accessed via Andersons or Bedford Creek trails on foot, not via Ingar Road.
- Ruined Castle and Mount Solitary walking tracks due to fire damage
- Wild Dog Mountains routes, Kanangra to Katoomba closed south of Mobbs Swamp (Yellow Pup spur), Katoomba to Mittagong
Bullaburrra to Linden
- Bedford Creek crossing not suitable for vehicles
Blackheath, Medlow Bath, Mount Victoria and Bells Line
- Walking tracks into and around Grose Valley including Perrys (below Docker lookout), Cliff Top (between Barrow Lookout and Evans Lookout), Bridal Veil Falls, Rodriguez Pass, Pierces Pass (Hungerfords) and Short Ridge (aka Lockleys Pylon closed below Pylon), due to fire damage
- Perrys, Burra Korain and Acacia Flat campgrounds closed
- Other walking tracks around Blackheath, including Walls Cave, Popes Glen and Pulpit Rock, due to fire and flood damage
Southern Blue Mountains National Park
- The Range fire trail to Wombeyan Caves Road is open (although Wombeyan Caves remain closed).
- Oberon-Colong Stockroute is only open to Mount Werong campground
Canyons
- Yileen and Butterbox/Mount Hay are closed. All other canyons are open.
Rock climbing areas
- Pulpit Rock and all areas that require access along closed and damaged walking tracks
THE FOLLOWING AREAS ARE OPEN:
Katoomba
- Access to the Three Sisters and Giant Stairs from Echo Point
- Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls cliff top walking tracks, where not impacted above or by other closures
- Narrow Neck cycle route and fire trail
- Narrow Neck fire trail and Tarros Ladder
- Mount Hay Road, Fortress Ridge, Lockleys Pylon, Mount Hay summit and Butterbox Point
- Nellies Glen and Devils Hole
- Six Foot track is open to walkers
- Kedumba Valley road to Kedumba campground
- McMahons lookout
Blackheath, Medlow Bath and Bells Line of Road
- Blue Mountains Heritage Centre (social distancing required)
- Evans lookout, Grand Canyon, Govetts Leap, Fairfax walking track, Cliff Top track between Govetts Leap and Barrow Lookout
- Braeside fire trail and walking track
- Anvil Rock, Wind Eroded Cave - vehicle access and walking tracks
- Perrys Lookdown lookout (no access down into Grose Valley) open to walkers and cyclists only.
- Burramoko Ridge fire trail and Hanging Rock/Baltzer lookouts
- Point Pilcher lookout
- Victoria Falls road, walking track to Victoria Falls (no access beyond base of falls) and Asgard swamp
- Mount Banks (cycle route and summit walk)
- Walls lookout and Rigby Hill routes
- Dunphys/Green Gully campsite
Southern Blue Mountains National Park
If you arrive at your local national park or other public space and it is too crowded to practice social distancing, it's your responsibility to leave the area.
NSW National Parks will be clearing fallen trees, removing tree hazards and undertaking minor repairs on damaged infrastructure over the next few months. Some tracks and sites may remain closed for longer periods where major infrastructure needs replacing.
To check which areas are closed, click the 'Show list' button on the Blue Mountains National Park page alert.
For further information call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Thu 3 Sep 2020, 3.54pm to Fri 2 Oct 2020, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Sep 2020, 11.23am
Closed areas: Areas closed for Bowen Mountain South West Hazard Reduction
Part of Blue Mountains National Park is closed due to hazard reduction burning from Friday 4 September to Friday 2 October 2020. The closed areas are:
- The Bowen Mountain south precinct and associated fire trails in Blue Mountains National Park including:
- Southern fire trail
- Bowen fire trail
- Chippers dozer line
The hazard reduction burn was conducted on Friday 4 September to Sunday 6 September 2020 but due to hazardous trees some areas remain closed. These areas will continue to be assessed regularly.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Bowen Mountain South West Hazard Reduction. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Fri 25 Sep 2020, 8.51am to Sat 31 Oct 2020, 12.14pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Sep 2020, 8.53am
Closed areas: Little Forrest walking track is closed due to bushfire damage
Little Forrest walking track is closed due to bushfire damage.
Do not enter the closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 20 Jan 2020, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Sep 2020, 9.06am
Closed areas: Most of Morton National Park closed
Most of Morton National Park remains closed due to bushfire damage and to protect the safety of our visitors.
However, the following areas are now open:
- North of the Shoalhaven River, including Kangaroo Valley, the following walks and lookouts are accessible:
- Badgerys Spur walking track
- Long Point walking track
- Bonnie View and Beauchamps lookouts
- Erith coalmine loop walk
- Lovers walking track
- Mount Carnorvon walking track
- East and West Rim tracks
- Manning lookout
- Kangaroo River walking track
- Three views walking track
- South of the Shoalhaven River to Braidwood Road, including the Ettrema Wilderness area, the following walks, trails and lookouts are accessible:
- Ettrema Wilderness walks starting from Tolwong Road
- Ettrema Wilderness walks starting from Sassafras
- Tianjara Falls lookout on the Braidwood Road
- Old Burrier fire trail
- South of Braidwood Road, including the Budawang Wilderness Area, the following walking routes and Lookouts are accessible:
- Mount Bushwalker (interim opening)
- Rusden Head
- Florence Head
- Pointer Gap Lookout. Toilet is non-operational.
- Porters Creek Dam
- The Castle. Toilet is non-operational at Cooyoyo campground. Please bury waste per Budawangs walking and camping strategy.
- Wog Wog
- Scenic Rim. Toilet is non-operational at Burrumbeet Brook campground. Please bury waste per Budawangs walking and camping strategy
- Monolith Valley
- Mount Tarn
- Styles Creek
- Redground
Any overnight walk in Morton National Park wilderness areas requires a trip intention form at this time, as per our COVID-19 update.
Most of Morton NP has been bushfire affected. Caution should be taken as risks may still be present.
Do not enter the closed areas of this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Thu 26 Mar 2020, 2.47pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2020, 4.26pm
Closed areas: Campgrounds closed
NPWS is working to reopen all campgrounds and accommodations where possible. However, some locations need to remain closed to ensure compliance with the current rules on public gatherings, or for other reasons such as fire or flood damage.
From 1 June 2020, all reopened campgrounds and campsites will require a booking to be made before you visit.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check our COVID-19 update for more information.
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Applies from Fri 25 Sep 2020, 1.35pm to Mon 19 Oct 2020, 1.37pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Sep 2020, 3.19pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for track maintenance - Winmalee area
The following areas will be temporarily closed for track from Friday 28 September to Monday 21 October 2020:
- Springwood Ridge fire trail
- Grose Head South lookout
- Bees Nest Hill fire trail
- Shaws Ridge fire trail
- Blue Gum Swamp fire trail in Blue Mountains National Park
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) are conducting route fire trail maintenance in the Winmalee area during this time. These areas are closed to all visitors, including walkers, horses, bicycles and other vehicles, so these important fire trail works can be completed safely.
This closure may be extended further depending on weather conditions.
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Applies from Thu 16 Jul 2020, 12.23pm. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Sep 2020, 11.57am
Closed areas: Cafe closed
The cafe at Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre is currently closed until further notice.
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Applies from Mon 21 Sep 2020, 8.00am to Mon 2 Nov 2020, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 18 Sep 2020, 10.24am
Closed areas: Tianjara Falls lookout closed
Tianjara Falls lookout in Morton National Park is closed for construction works from Monday 21 September to Monday 2 November 2020.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Nowra office on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Wed 13 Nov 2019, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Sep 2020, 3.09pm
Closed parks: Park closed due to fire and flood damage
This park is closed due to fire and flood damage. Do not enter this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the local NSW National Parks office.
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Applies from Thu 27 Aug 2020, 4.20pm. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Sep 2020, 2.06pm
Closed parks: Guula Ngurra National Park closed
Guula Ngurra National Park is closed. NSW National Parks plans to open the park within 3 months, after building works and campground facilities are completed. This closure will be reviewed on Thursday 26 November 2020.
Only the Mount Penang section of Guula Ngurra is open, including Mount Penang loop walk, which was formerly part of Bangadilly National Park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Tue 1 Sep 2020, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Sep 2020, 4.24pm
Safety alerts: McMahons Lookout Road conditions
McMahons Lookout Road is currently very rough. It is not recommended for 2WD or low profile vehicles. This is the result of erosion caused by fires and flooding in January 2020. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Mon 31 Aug 2020, 10.23am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Sep 2020, 1.21pm
Other planned events: Cave tours temporarily suspended due to COVID-19
Caves tours are closed due to COVID-19 restrictions. NPWS is continuing to monitor advice from the NSW Government Chief Medical Officer and NSW Health, with regards to safely reopening the cave tours. We appreciate your patience during this time, while we continue to prioritise the health and safety of our staff and visitors.
For further information please visit the Jenolan Caves website.
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Applies from Mon 31 Aug 2020, 10.15am. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Aug 2020, 4.38pm
Closed areas: Blue Lake and River walk closed for track works
The Blue Lake and Jenolan River walk in the Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve are closed for construction works. Please refer to the Jenolan Caves website for more information.
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Applies from Wed 29 Jul 2020, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Aug 2020, 11.51am
Closed areas: Golden Stairs to Scenic World
Golden Stairs to Scenic World is closed due to a major landslide. Site assessments have determined that further rock falls are possible. Entering this area could be life threatening.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Fri 28 Aug 2020, 3.04pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Aug 2020, 3.50pm
Closed areas: Kanangra-Boyd National Park part park closure
The majority of Kanangra-Boyd National Park remains closed due to fire and flood damage.
- Only Kanangra Walls Road, Kanangra Lookout, Waterfall walk to top of Kalang Falls and Boyd River campground are open. Campers must book online before arriving at the campground.
- Six Foot track is open. Please register with Crown Lands and Think Before You Trek before you you walk this track.
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Applies from Sat 15 Aug 2020, 3.46pm to Mon 1 Feb 2021, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Aug 2020, 11.09am
Other planned events: Jamberoo Mountain Road - Sections closed
Public road closures are in place on Jamberoo Mountain Road from Knights Hill Road to Misty Lane due to a land slide on Jamberoo Mountain. This affects all through traffic and also access to Barren Grounds Nature Reserve and parts of Budderoo National Park.
Kiama Municipal Council have indicated this closure may be in place for up to 6 months. Please check NSW Live Traffic or Kiama Municipal Council for updates.
All parks will remain open and can only be accessed from Jamberoo Mountain Road via Illawarra Highway. You can drive around the side of the 'Residents Only' barrier at Knight Hill Road intersection to access the parks.There maybe unmarked road hazards including fallen trees.
Please drive safely and follow road signsand directions of council or NPWS staff.
Applies from Thu 2 Apr 2020, 2.54pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Aug 2020, 2.04pm
Closed areas: Cave Creek picnic area and walking track
Cave Creek picnic area and walking track are closed while maintenance works are completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call 02 4588 2400.
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Applies from Fri 17 Jul 2020, 12.11pm to Sat 31 Oct 2020, 12.14pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Aug 2020, 1.27pm
Closed areas: 12 Mile Road, George Boyd and Granite Falls closed due to bushfire damage
12 Mile Road and all visitor sites accessed from 12 Mile road are closed due to bushfire damage. The closed areas include:
- 12 Mile Road
- George Boyd lookout, picnic area and rainforest walk
- Granite Falls lookout and walk
- Link Road campground
Do not enter the closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 17 Jul 2020, 12.42pm to Sat 31 Oct 2020, 12.43pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Aug 2020, 1.27pm
Closed areas: Pigeon House Mountain Didthul closed due to bushfire damage
Pigeon House Mountain Didthul walking track and picnic area are closed due to bushfire damage.
Do not enter the closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 15 Jul 2020, 7.51am to Thu 31 Dec 2020, 7.52am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Aug 2020, 2.37pm
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog and fox control program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a strategic baiting program for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The operation will involve the use of meat, manufactured products and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE’s) containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison. The program will be continuous and ongoing from Monday 27 July to Thursday 31 December 2020 in the following parks, reserves and state conservation areas:
- Abercrombie National Park and State Conservation Area
- Gardens of Stone National Park
- Wollemi National Park
- Blue Mountains National Park
- Turon National Park
- Marrangaroo National Park
- Mares Forest National Park
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park
- Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve
These programs have been designed to meet NPWS priority conservation and state focused biosecurity issues. All baiting locations will be signposted.
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.
For further information, call the NPWS Kanangra area on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Aug 2020, 2.04pm
Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed
Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed for maintenance. This includes the Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury area office on (02) 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jul 2020, 9.58am to Thu 31 Dec 2020, 9.58am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jul 2020, 11.57am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs.
The program is ongoing from Wednesday 1 July 2020 until Thursday 31 December 2020 in the following parks and reserves:
- Abercrombie River National Park
- Blue Mountains National Park (Including Bullnigang and Millnigang trails)
All baiting locations will be signposted. 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.
For further information call the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Wed 3 Jun 2020, 5.34pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jul 2020, 2.43pm
Other planned events: Six Foot Track - camping registration
If you're planning to stay at a campground managed by Crown Lands (e.g. on Six Foot Track) from 1 June 2020, you now need to fill out the Crown reserves camping registration form.
To register fill in the online form and submit.
This link can be emailed or sent by text message. The form can be submitted on a smartphone or computer.
This is requiered to comply with the Public Health Order and COVID-19 Safety Plans.
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Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.33pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.52pm
Other planned events: Abercrombie River National Park - campground bookings
If you plan to stay at an NPWS campground after 1 June 2020 you'll need to make a booking first. This also applies to campgrounds that did not require bookings previously.
If you can't find your preferred campground on a webpage for Abercrombie River National Park, please check this list of lesser-known campgrounds and make your booking.
If you're still unable to find your preferred campground phone 1300 072 757.
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Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2020, 11.15am. Last reviewed: Tue 26 May 2020, 3.31pm
Other planned events: 1080 fox baiting program
We wish to advise that aerial and ground fox baiting programs using 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) will be conducted in parts of Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve and Kanangra-Boyd National Park from Monday 1 June 2020.
Aerial 1080 poison meat baits will be laid entirely within the boundaries of these parks. Properties adjacent to these parks may be in the vicinity of baits.
This program will supplement the ongoing monthly ground fox baiting program currently being conducted until 30 October 2020.
These baiting programs aim to reduce the threat posed by foxes to endangered brush-tailed rock-wallabies and other native animals, especially after the recent extensive bushfires.
Please do not touch baits or ejector devices .Penalties apply for non-compliance. 1080 poison is lethal to pets, including dogs and cats. Pets are not permitted in NSW national parks. Working dogs should be muzzled if they are required to work on or near the baiting locations, during and after poisoning. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact Trent Forge on 02 4784 7308 or Michaela Jones on 02 4784 7302 if you have any questions about the program.
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Applies from Tue 5 May 2020, 4.14pm to Thu 5 Nov 2020, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jun 2020, 10.49am
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPE’s containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Tuesday 5 May 2020 to Thursday 5 November 2020. The baited parks and reserves include:
- Morton National Park
- Conjola National Park
- Murramarang National Pak
- Bimberamala National Park
- Bees Nest Nature Reserve
- Budawang National Park
- Parma Creek Nature Reserve
- Jerrawangala National Park
- Colymea State Conservation Area
All baiting locations will be signposted.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 further information please call the NPWS Shoalhaven area office on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 12.27pm to Wed 21 Oct 2020, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2020, 12.06pm
Other planned events: 1080 bait disposal pit
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is disposing of used 1080 baits and baiting products in an approved disposal pit on NPWS estate within the Fitzroy Falls area.
Burial of used baits and products will occur from Thursday 21 October 2019 to Wednesday 21 October 2020. All bait material in the pit will be buried under at least 500mm of soil, clear of waterways so as not to cause pollution of waterways, in accordance with Pesticide Control Order (1080 bait products) 2019.
There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to disposal pit site.
1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) is lethal to pets (including domestic dogs and cats) and working dogs. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance. Domestic pets, including dogs and cats are not permitted in national parks or reserves. Restrain working and assistance dogs to ensure they don’t enter the baiting areas. If you need your dogs to work in the baiting area outside of national park estate, we suggest muzzling them.
For more information, contact Melinda Norton at the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.
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Applies from Fri 7 Feb 2020, 11.15am to Wed 21 Oct 2020, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Apr 2020, 7.57am
Other planned events: 1080 fox and wild dog control ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be conducted between Thursday 21 October 2019 and Wednesday 21 October 2020 in the Kangaroo Valley, Budgong and Illaroo areas.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Penalties apply for non-compliance. 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 further information please call the NPWS Highlands office on 024887 8244.
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Applies from Fri 17 Apr 2020, 9.20am to Fri 16 Oct 2020, 9.22am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2020, 4.29pm
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog and fox control ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be conducted between Friday 17 April and Friday 16 October 2020 in the Little Forest Plateau and 12 Mile Road/Jerrawangala areas of Morton National Park.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Penalties apply for non-compliance. 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 further information please call the NPWS Ulladulla office on 02 4454 9500.
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Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2020, 9.31am
Closed areas: Access to base of Belmore Falls prohibited
All access to the base of Belmore Falls from Hindmarsh and Belmore Falls lookout and picnic area is permanently closed due to safety risks. Access is also closed from the causeway to the top of the falls. These access points are prohibited to visitors and penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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