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Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Tue 2 June 2026, 10.09am

Applies from Tue 8 Jul 2025, 3.02pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 3.03pm. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Jun 2026, 10.09am.

Other incidents: Mittagong to Wombeyan Caves - Road closed

Wombeyan Caves Road between Mittagong and Wombeyan Caves remains closed due to extensive storm damage. Please travel to the caves via Goulburn and Taralga, or via Oberon from the north.

For updates, call the Wingecaribee Council on 02 4868 0888.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 1.28pm

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

  • Katoomba Kiosk Reserve, Reids Plateau and Round Walk east are closed to due to Council upgrades. 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).
  • Furber Steps walk and Round walking track (full loop) are closed from Wednesday 20 May to Tuesday 30 June 2026, for track upgrade works. There will be no access to Federal Pass from these tracks. Alternative access/exits are via Fern Bower, Giant Stairway,  or Scenic World (costs apply). Visitors can also access Federal Pass from Golden Stairs however access via these routes is more adventurous and remote. 
  • 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.
  • Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck) south of Pumphouse Trail Golden Stairs, Federal Pass (from Golden Stairs to Scenic World Valley Stations), will be closed intermittently for a helicopter operation from 3 June to 4 June 2026. Delays should be expected.    
  • 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 Tuesday 9 June to Thursday 17 December 2026 for Fire Trail upgrades. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.

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.
  • Princes Rock walking track is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026. Princes Rock lookout is however accessible from Overcliff/Undercliff track.
  • Fletchers lookout is closed for maintenance until 30 June 2026.
  • Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
  • Kings Tableland Road from the park gate out to McMahons Point will be closed to all traffic from Monday 1 June until Friday 12 June 2026 to allow for road works. Open to all traffic on weekends, including from Saturday 6 June to Monday 8 June.  
  • Winbourne fire trail (L6) in Woodford will be closed for maintenance from Monday 25 May to Friday 26 June 2026.

Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road 

  • Green Gully precinct including Dunphys Campground and Galong Cabins is closed for road upgrade works until 15 June 2026 (weather dependent). This means there is no access to the K-2-K, Iron Pot Route, Breakfast Creek, Ironmonger Route or Bellbird Ridge Fire Trail. 
  • 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.
  • Grand Canyon walking track will be closed from Monday 15th June until Wednesday 17th June to allow for parking and road works.  This include no access to the Horse Track. Parking only available at Grand Canyon carpark.  
  • Evans Lookout and Evans Lookout Road (within the Blue Mountains NP) will be closed from Tuesday 16th June until Friday 19th June to allow for road and parking repairs.  Walkers accessing Evans Lookout via the Clifftop track will have to return the same way.  

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.

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Applies from Mon 8 Jun 2026, 7.00am to Thu 11 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 12.48pm

Closed areas: Areas closed for infrastructure maintenance work

Some parts of this park are closed from Tuesday 9 June to Wednesday 10 June 2026 to undertake infrastructure maintenance work. The closed areas are:

  • Pigeon House Mountain Didthul Picnic Area
  • Pigeon House Mountain Didthul Walking Track

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Mon 8 Jun 2026, 10.29am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jun 2026, 10.33am

Closed areas: Acacia Flat Campground Closed - NPWS private booking

Acacia Flat Campground is closed to the public from the 08th to the 19th of June 2026. All remaining campgrounds on lake Yarrunga remain open. 

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Applies from Mon 23 Feb 2026, 8.55am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 9.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jun 2026, 9.57am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Dog and fox baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 2nd March 2026 to Monday 31st August 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in:

Bees Nest Nature Reserve

Colymea State Conservation Area

Conjola National Park

Jerrawangala National Park

Morton National Park

Murramarang National Park

Parma Creek Nature Reserve

 

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact 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 Shoalhaven Area office for more information: Nowra 02 44286300,  Ulladulla 02 44549500

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2026, 12.00am to Fri 12 Jun 2026, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 May 2026, 3.01pm

Closed parks: Park closed weekdays for aerial pest control operation

The following reserves are closed from 6am, Monday 1 June to 7pm, Friday 12 June 2026 for an aerial pest control operation.

* Nattai National Park

* Nattai State Conservation Area

* Burragorang State Conservation Area (Burragorang Lookout will be open on weekends and public holidays)

* Joadja Nature Reserve

* Jellore Flora Reserve

* Wollondilly River Nature Reserve

* Bangadilly National Park

* Guula Ngurra National Park

* Mt Penang Part 11 lands

* Upper Nepean SCA including Stage 2 lands (North of the Tourist Road)

* Barrallier WaterNSW freehold lands

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

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Applies from Wed 20 May 2026, 7.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 May 2026, 2.00pm

Closed areas: Furber Steps walk and Round walking track - temporary closure

The following walking tracks will be closed from Wednesday 20 May to Tuesday 30 June 2026, to allow for track upgrade works:

  • Furber Steps walk
  • Round walking track – full loop

There is no access to Federal Pass via Furber Steps or the Round Walk. Alternative access is via Golden Stairs, Giant Stairway and Scenic World (costs apply).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4787 8877.

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Applies from Tue 3 Feb 2026, 8.58am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.58am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 8.48am

Closed areas: Fletchers lookout

Fletchers lookout, Wentworth Falls, is closed for maintenance until Tuesday 30 June 2026.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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Applies from Tue 3 Feb 2026, 8.55am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.56am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 8.48am

Closed areas: Princes Rock walking track temporary closure

Princes Rock walking track is closed until Tuesday 30 June 2026 for maintenance. Princes Rock lookout is accessible from the Overcliff-Undercliff track.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS  Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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Applies from Sun 17 May 2026, 7.00pm to Sat 8 Aug 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 12.29pm

Closed areas: Thirlmere Lakes National Park: Lake Couridjah Picnic Precinct Upgrade Works

The Lake Couridjah picnic area will be closed to all visitors (pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders) and the car park area will be partially closed ( to all visitors) at Thirlmere Lakes National Park from Monday 18 May 2026 until Friday 8 August 2026 including weekends until further notice.

The area will be fenced off to allow NPWS contractors to construct the following upgrade works:

  • Accessible Pathways around Picnic Area.
  • New Gas BBQ facilities.
  • New Seating Areas (Table & Chairs).
  • New Timber Skillion Shelters.
  • New Information Signage.
  • New Sandstone steps and natural/concrete paths.
  • Sandstone seating logs.

The Lake Couridjah Toilets will remain open for visitors and contractors to use. There are limited car parking spaces available for park visitors (2 car park spaces with a 15-minute time limit to use the toilet facilities only).

Parks visitors can visit and use the picnic area, car park and existing 1 stall toilet at Werri Berri precinct located outside the current fenced construction area.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4720 6200

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Applies from Wed 6 May 2026, 7.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 May 2026, 2.13pm

Closed areas: Tugalong section of Guula Ngurra NP & Bangadilly NP closed for ground pest control program 6 May – 30 June 2026

The Tugalong section of Guula Ngurra National Park, Mount Penang Areas and Bangadilly National Park will be closed for a ground feral pig control program, from Wednesday 6th May 2026 - Tuesday 30th June 2026 inclusive.

During this period firearms will be used in the park.

  • Closure applies to weekends and Public Holidays
  • Please note that Little Forest and Mt Penang Loop Walk remain open to the public during this period.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office (02) 4720 6200 .

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Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 May 2026, 11.03am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

A baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between July 28 2025 to August 01 2026 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. 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.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, call the NPWS Shoalhaven area office on 02 4428 6300.

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Applies from Thu 9 Jun 2022, 2.01pm to Sat 31 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 11.40am

Closed areas: Post Office Lodge closed for restoration works

Post Office Lodge in Yerranderie Regional Park is closed for restoration works until October 2026.

For further information please contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.

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Applies from Tue 21 Apr 2026, 9.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.58am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Jun 2026, 8.30am

Closed areas: Juliet's Balcony closed for maintenance

Juliet's Balcony (short side walk off Round Walk - west) is closed for maintenance until Tuesday 30 June 2026.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4787 8877.

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Applies from Mon 11 May 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 29 May 2026, 8.41am

Closed areas: Wog Wog closed for precinct upgrades

The Wog Wog campground and carpark of Morton National Park is closed for facility upgrades from Monday 11 May 2026 to Thursday 11 June 2026.

Access to the western end of Scenic Rim Walking Track will also be affected whilst upgrade works are undertaken.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Fri 3 Apr 2026, 11.48am. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 9.48am

Closed areas: Thirlmere Lakes National Park: Pumphouse Road temporary closure

Pumphouse Road is temporarily closed to vehicles (emergency services excepted) from Friday 03 April 2026 until further notice.

Park visitors can enter Thirlmere Lakes National Park via Slades Road and use the carpark, BBQ facilities and walking tracks at Dry Lakes, Lake Werri Berri and Couridjah precincts.

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Applies from Fri 3 Apr 2026, 11.53am to Fri 26 Jun 2026, 11.54am. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 9.50am

Closed areas: Thlrlmere Lakes National Park: Werri Berri Picnic Precinct construction of new toilet facilities

The Werri Berri picnic area at Thirlmere Lakes National Park will be partially closed to all visitors (pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders and vehicles) from Friday 03 April 2026 to Friday 26 June 2026 including weekends.

The area will be partially fenced off to allow NPWS contractors to construct a new 3-stall toilet facility.

Park visitors can visit and use the car park and existing 1 stall toilet located outside the fenced construction area of Werri Berri picnic area.

Decomissioning of the old 1-stall toilet at Werri Berri picnic area will occur once the new toilets are operational.

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Applies from Mon 6 Apr 2026, 5.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 1.08pm

Closed areas: Ground Pest Control Program

NPWS will be implementing Deer Control - Ground Shoot Operations from Monday 6th April - Tuesday 30th June 2026 between 5pm and 6am Monday - Friday (excluding weekends and Public Holidays) during these times the following sites are closed to the public:

 

  • Burragorang SCA (Silverdale Precinct) – Including W6C (APZ), W6B, W10P, and W10A

 

  • Upper Nepean SCA (Wilton & Kangaloon Precinct) – Including Fire Trail No 11, 11A, 11B, 15, 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2, 2F, 2A, 3 and APZ on northern boundary

 

  • Guula Nurra (Mount Penang Part 11 lands) - Including all areas within Mount Penang

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4720 6200.

 

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Applies from Sat 14 Mar 2026, 9.30am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Apr 2026, 8.42am

Closed areas: Galong Cabins closed

Galong Cabins are closed for 2026 due to maintenance upgrades.

For more information contact the Blue Mountains heritage Centre: (02) 4787 8877

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Applies from Wed 18 Sep 2024, 2.22pm to Mon 14 Sep 2026, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Mar 2026, 2.22pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program in Nattai NP

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Tuesday 10th March 2026 to Monday 14th September 2026. The operation will use a Felixer containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral cats, and approved meat baits, meat bait products, and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) for the control of foxes and wild dogs.

The program will be conducted in Nattai National Park.

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 Hawkesbury-Nattai NPWS area office on (02) 4720 6200 for more information.

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Applies from Fri 18 Jul 2025, 5.36pm to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Jun 2026, 9.17am

Closed areas: Tallowa Dam Road Closed

The end of Tallowa Dam Road in Morton National Park is currently closed due to cracks which have developed after multiple heavy rain events, creating the potential for a landslide. The closure is located approximately 1.5km east of Tallowa Dam crest.

There is no public access to Tallowa Dam. Paddlers must exit the lake at Beehive Point or Bendeela.

For continued safety and risk management of the site, the road will remain closed to the public until late 2026. The road will be reopened when the remediation works are completed. This work is being managed by National Parks and Wildlife Service and we will update this message when we have more information.

For more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244.

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Applies from Mon 19 Jan 2026, 9.26am to Thu 16 Jul 2026, 9.26am. Last reviewed: Fri 29 May 2026, 8.55am

Other planned events: Notice of 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 National Parks land within the Fitzroy Falls area.

The burial of used baits and products will occur from Monday 19 January to Thursday 16 July 2026. All bait material in the pit will be buried under at least 500mm of soil, and clear of waterways so as not to cause pollution of waterways. This is in accordance with the current Pesticide Control Order (1080 bait products).

There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to the 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.

For more information, email or call the NPWS Fitzroy Falls Office on 02 4887 8244.

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Applies from Wed 21 Sep 2022, 1.08pm to Fri 17 Jul 2026, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 May 2026, 8.55am

Other planned events: 1080 fox ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting a continual and ongoing 1080 ground baiting program for the control of foxes from Friday 16 January to Thursday 16 July 2026.

The program targets target foxes in the Carrington Falls, Budderoo Plateau, Knights Hill and Barren Grounds areas. Bait stations are located on NPWS estate and Crown road reserves with permissions. Both buried baits and Canid Pest Ejectors are used in this program.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, particularly the threatened species within these areas.

1080 baiting signs are at all entries to the baiting location. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. 

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.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.

Applies from Mon 1 May 2023, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 10.00am

Closed areas: Gulp Road at Wingello closed

The Gulp Road section of Morton National Park is closed, it will be re-opened after it has been assessed as suitable for vehicle access.

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Applies from Thu 18 Jul 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 9.04am

Closed parks: Park closed for major infrastructure repairs and upgrades

Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (including the Visitor Precinct and walking tracks) is closed until 31st December 2026 while major infrastructure repairs and upgrades are underway.

There is no access to the Reserve or Jenolan Caves via the Six Foot Track.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Oberon NPWS office on 6336 6200.

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Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.35pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Apr 2026, 8.29am

Closed areas: Tianjara fire trail Closed

Tianjara fire trail is closed. Please do not enter the closed area.

A review of access arrangements, the UXO area and permit system is being undertaken

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Thu 3 Jul 2025, 11.17am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 8.54am

Closed areas: George Boyd Picnic Area Toilet Closed due to storm damage

The Toilet at George Boyd Picnic area is closed, due to damage from storms.

The picnic area, lookout and walking tracks remain open

 

For more information contact the local NPWS office: 44549500

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Applies from Thu 18 Nov 2021, 10.47am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 7.44am

Closed areas: Toorooroo campground closed due to damage

Toorooroo campground is closed due to fire and flood damage. Please check back for updates.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Wed 16 Jul 2025, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jan 2026, 12.02pm

Safety alerts: Wollondilly River walking track impacted by severe weather event

Some sections of the Wollondilly River walking track have been severely damaged by a recent severe weather event (rain).

Pedestrian access is still open; however, please take care when walking the trail as some sections of the track are severely damaged, slippery and difficult to navigate.

For more information, contact the local park office (02) 4720 6200 .

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Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 10.00am

Closed areas: Nicholas Pass track partly closed

Nicholas Pass track is closed from its junction with the base of Fairy Bower Falls walking track to Ampitheatre Lookout until further notice due to a landslide and rock fall event.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 May 2026, 10.08am

Closed areas: Access to base of Belmore Falls prohibited

All access to the base of Belmore Falls is permanently closed as there is a risk of falling from the cliff edge and severe injury or death. This includes access from Hindmarsh and Belmore Falls lookouts and picnic areas.

Access is also closed to the top of Belmore Falls, including from the Belmore Falls Road causeway. 

There is limited mobile phone reception in this area. You may not be able to call for help if you need it and access for emergency services is difficult. 

The walk will remain permanently closed to the public to protect visitor safety.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 May 2026, 3.41pm

Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed

Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4720 6200.

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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 1.20pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 9.04am

Safety alerts: Remote walking track conditions

Remote routes within the Kanangra Wilderness Area including Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) trail have been impacted by heavy fire regrowth and flood damage.

In some places, tracks are no longer visible and are not easy to navigate, taking longer to traverse than expected. Limited to zero water sources are currently available along routes.

If you plan to walk in the area, please ensure you have an appropriate level of experience, navigation skills and equipment including Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).

Mobile reception is limited so alternative communication methods are strongly recommended.

For more information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.04pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 10.14am

Closed areas: Kanangra-Boyd management trail closures

The following fire trails in Kanangra-Boyd National Park are closed to the public due to maintenance work on flood damaged fire trails. Heavy plant will be operating in the area: 

  • Beefsteak Creek
  • Moorara Boss 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.

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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Jan 2026, 1.15pm

Closed areas: Camping areas closed due to flood and fire damage

Camping is closed indefinitely at the following campgrounds due to fire damage and flooding. The closed campground include (open for day-use only): 

  • Pauls Point
  • Sundeck 
  • Sawyers 
  • Burrawang

Please note that the campgrounds will remain open for day use. Some campgrounds may be affected by flood debris following heavy rain, and there may be steep sand walls to access sites.

Please be cautious and move onto another campground if safety issues occur. There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/wombeyan-karst-conservation-reserve/local-alerts

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