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Applies from Tue 10 Oct 2023, 9.13am to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 9.14am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Nov 2023, 9.39am
Other planned events: Wonga walk partial closure
Crystal Shower Falls walk is partially closed from The Glade picnic area until Saturday 16 December 2023. The closure is to allow construction works to take place. Access to the falls remains open from Dorrigo Rainforest Centre via the lower Wonga walk.
Wonga walk will be completely re-opened during school holidays from Saturday 16 December 2023. Partial closures will be re-introduced after the school holidays, on Tuesday 30 January 2024.
For further information contact Dorrigo Rainforest Centre on 02 6657 5913.
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Applies from Wed 15 Nov 2023, 12.32pm to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 12.38pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Nov 2023, 3.46pm
Other planned events: Walking track evaluation camera survey
Please note that NPWS staff will be undertaking a walking track survey in this location from November to early December 2023.
The survey will involve NPWS staff carrying a 360-degree camera to visually record walking track features, as part of an annual asset maintenance assessment.
This information is to ensure quality safe NPWS walking tracks for public enjoyment.
You'll be able to identify this survey as NPWS staff will be dressed in uniform carrying an above-head mounted camera.
NPWS respects your privacy. If you do not wish to be filmed, please respectfully ask the NPWS staff member to pause the camera until you pass out of camera frame.
The survey will be undertaken across multiple parks during November 2023, so will involve only very minimal time at each location and will be scheduled outside peak visitation times, so the survey it is unlikely to affect visitors.
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Applies from Fri 17 Nov 2023, 4.27pm to Fri 22 Dec 2023, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 4.31pm
Closed areas: Hat Head National Park closed due to Bushfires
Some parts of Hat Head National Park are closed due to bushfire. The closed areas are:
- Russells Trail
- McGuires Crossing
Do not enter the closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6566 6168 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Fri 11 Aug 2023, 9.50am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 11.14am
Closed areas: Ngambaa Feral Predator Free Area Construction Commenced
Construction has commenced on the Ngambaa Feral Predator-Free Area which has necessitated the closure of roads in the reserve for visitor safety.
Cedar Park picnic area will remain open during this period.
The following roads will be subject to temporary closures over the course of the construction phase:
- Wittigs Road
- parts of Stockyard Creek Road
- Seams Road
- Jacks Road
- Buds Crossing Road
- Sergents Road
Construction works are expected to take 6 to 8 months to complete thirty kilometres of fencing and other works.
Construction works include:
- clearing the fence corridor
- building the fence
- installing bridge and culvert crossings.
Information regarding the project can be obtained via the following link: https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/topics/parks-reserves-and-protected-areas/park-management/return-of-threatened-and-declining-species/ngambaa-feral-predator-free-area
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900
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Applies from Wed 8 Nov 2023, 10.16am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 11.11am
Other planned events: Urumbilum Creek Road - Road Closure due to Bridge Replacement
NPWS are replacing the Timber Bridge on Urumbilum Creek Road as the bridge has reached end of life. The timber structure will be replaced with a pre cast concrete and steel bridge. The road will be closed for the duration of the project and the closure is expected to last for 4 weeks subject to weather. The closure will commence on Wednesday 22nd November until 15th December.
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Applies from Tue 25 Oct 2022, 3.50pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Nov 2023, 11.28am
Closed areas: Never Never picnic area shelter shed closed
Never Never picnic area shelter is closed until further notice due to damage sustained during extended wet weather. The shelter will be reconstructed in 2024.
Walking tracks and Never Never picnic area remain open. For further information call the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 15 Nov 2023, 9.26am to Sun 3 Dec 2023, 9.27am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Nov 2023, 9.50am
Other planned events: Roadworks on Carrai Road
Roadworks will be underway on Carrai Road from Monday 20th November to Friday 1st December 2023. Works will be between Kookaburra and Haydonville. The road may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and staff.
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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 10.30am to Fri 30 Aug 2024, 10.30am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Nov 2023, 10.51am
Closed areas: Roads closed into Werrikimbe national park
Cockerawombeeba Road and Trail are closed until further notice due to extensive flood damage.
The roads will re-open once the Forestry Corporation completes repairs.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Tue 11 Jul 2023, 10.02am to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Nov 2023, 11.13am
Closed areas: Areas in Willi Willi national park closed for repair works
The following areas are closed for repair works until Friday 15 December 2023:
- Wilson River picnic area
- Wilson River Bridge on Hastings Forest Way
- North Wilson Road
- Waterfall Walk
- Botanic Walk
Access to the Banda Banda Aboretum is open however extreme caution should be exercised. The trail becomes very slippery in damp or even misty weather and there is an increased risk of fallen trees blocking the trail. There are limited places to turn around safely if the trail is blocked. Visitors are encouraged to walk in to the Arboretum rather than drive.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Tue 25 Jul 2023, 7.14am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Nov 2023, 9.16am
Closed areas: Landslip on Hanging Rock Road in State forest
Access to Kosekai Lookout is currently NOT possible via Hanging Rock Road due to a section of Hanging Rock Road being damaged during March 2021 flooding event. The damaged section of road is managed by Forestry Corporation. Access to the lookout is now only possible in 4WD vehicles from the south via Boat Harbour Road and then turning onto Kosekai Road
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Applies from Wed 16 Aug 2023, 9.55am. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Sep 2023, 9.53am
Closed areas: Part walking track closures due to track construction - Emerald Beach
Some parts of these parks are closed while upgrades are made to the walking tracks and stairs. The closed areas are:
- Part of Dammerels Headland walking track, from Fiddamans road to the beach access stairs
Solitary Island Coastal Walk will remain open during construction. Work will be completed in stages to maintain public access. Please follow directional signage during construction.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 66520900.
Applies from Fri 20 Jan 2023, 10.46am to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 9.40am. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Aug 2023, 9.40am
Closed areas: Slees road closed due to bridge failure
The bridge on Slees road on the boundary of Viewmont State Forest and Bollanolla Nature Reserve has been severely impacted by the 2022 floods and is not currently trafficable.
It is not safe to cross and road closure signs have been put in place. Replacement has been scheduled.
For further information contact Coffs Coast on 66520900.
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Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 1.21pm to Wed 13 Mar 2024, 1.22pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Nov 2023, 10.46am
Other planned events: Notice of Fox Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Gaagal Wanggaan (South Beach) National Park from 10 August 2023 to 28 February 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program is designed to minimise fox impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting area. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW NPWS-managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs) and should be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and also must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. Please contact the local Coffs Coast NPWS area office for more information on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 21 Mar 2022, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Nov 2023, 9.16am
Closed areas: Suttons road closed permanently due to storm damage road failure
Suttons road is closed to vehicle traffic following the second major pavement collapse in an area of highly dispersible soils. Alternate access is via Granite Pit or McMullens roads.
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 2.39pm to Fri 24 Jul 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Oct 2023, 7.07pm
Closed areas: West End of New England National Park closed
West end of New England National Park between Kilprotay Road & Hickeys Creek Road permanently closed.
For more information contact the local NPWS office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Nov 2023, 10.46am
Other planned events: Bongil Bongil NP Fox Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Bongil Bongil National Park from 10 August 2023 to 28 February 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program is designed to minimise fox impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting area. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW NPWS-managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs) and should be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. Please contact the local Coffs Coast NPWS area office for more information on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 3.45pm to Fri 30 Aug 2024, 3.45pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Nov 2023, 8.34am
Closed parks: Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve closed due to flooding
Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve is closed until further notice due to widespread flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 1.23pm to Fri 30 Aug 2024, 1.23pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Nov 2023, 8.34am
Closed parks: Yessabah Nature Reserve permanently closed
Access to Yessabah Nature Reserve is permanently closed to unauthorised personnel. The former quarry area has limestone rock faces that are unstable and prone to rock fall. Other areas of the reserve are geologically unstable.
Do not access this park. For further information call the NPWS Macleay area office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.47am to Fri 30 Aug 2024, 11.47am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Nov 2023, 8.34am
Closed areas: Kumbatine National Park & State Conservation Area part closure
The following areas of this park and state conservation area are closed until further notice due to widespread flood damage:
- West of Davis Road Access including Kumbatine Brook Road
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Fri 11 Nov 2022, 8.31pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Nov 2023, 10.08am
Closed areas: Moonee Creek south bridge (Caravan park to Green Bluff access) closed
Moonee Creek (Sugar Mill Creek) Bridge is closed until further notice, due to damage from coastal erosion.
The bridge crossing provides access:
- To Reflections Holiday Park
- From Moonee south to Coffs Coast Regional Park, Green Bluff and Sapphire North.
Reflections Holiday Parks have closed the bridge until further notice, due to an engineering assessment deeming the bridge unsafe for pedestrians.
If you are planning to do the Solitary Islands coastal walk please reroute:
- West along Moonee Beach Road to the south-west corner of the shopping centre
- South along new concrete path on eastern side of Pacific Highway
- South onto southern end of North Solitary Drive
- East onto North Sapphire Road to the beach access at Beachstone Cafe
Green Bluff is alternatively accessible from the south via Rutile trail, off Ivory Circuit in North Sapphire.
Reflections Holiday Parks Moonee manages this bridge and is contactable on 02 6653 6552.
Applies from Mon 1 Mar 2021, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Oct 2023, 11.35am
Closed areas: Area permanently closed - Mermaid Pools
Access to Mermaid Pools is permanently closed including for swimming. Sudden large swells and tides create major waves that wash over the rocks and pools.
Do not access this area. The severe conditions at this site have caused a number of significant injuries and deaths in the past.
Mermaid Pools have never been a designated visitor site due to the extreme nature of the surf and tides at this location. There is no approved public access walking track to Mermaid Pools.
For further information call the NPWS Verges Creek area office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Thu 27 Oct 2022, 1.15pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Aug 2023, 9.41am
Closed areas: New England National Park walking track closures
The following areas are closed for public safety, to allow NPWS to assess and manage rockfall hazards.
- Eagles Nest walking track
- All access to Weeping Rock
- The lower eastern section of Lyrebird track including Tree Fern Valley
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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