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Yathong Nature Reserve

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Fri 12 May 2023, 9.00am

Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 May 2023, 9.00am.

Other incidents: Visitation restrictions

There are a number of restrictions on visitation and access by the general public to Yathong, Nombinnie and Round Hill Nature Reserves and Nombinnie State Conservation Area. 

  • These reserves are not available for overnight camping or hiking. Visitation is restricted to day visits only.
  • Vehicle access is restricted to the public roads passing through or adjoining the reserves. Management trails are closed to vehicles. However you are welcome to walk on the trails.
  • Bird watchers are welcome to walk into the reserves and along management trails. However take care to make sure you can navigate back to your car - it is easy to get disorientated in mallee country.
  • Trips to Round Hill Nature Reserve by bird watching clubs can be done by prior arrangement.
  • There are a number of scientific research programs happening in the reserves and visitors should not disturb any field equipment if they come across it.
  • The reserves are closed periodically to allow management programs to be undertaken. Please check the website for closures prior to visits.

For further information contact the NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.

Upcoming management events

Upcoming management events
Date Event Title
15 June 2023 Closed parks Closed for aerial pest control operation Details

Applies from Thu 15 Jun 2023, 6.00am to Thu 22 Jun 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 May 2023, 11.38am

This park is closed from Thursday 15 to Thursday 22 June 2023 inclusive, for an aerial pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the Dubbo office on 02 6841 7100.

Details

Nearby alerts

Applies from Thu 23 Dec 2021, 4.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Jun 2023, 3.37pm

Closed areas: Coach and Horses campground closed due to flooding

Coach and Horses campground is closed due to rain.  The campground is expected to remain closed until 22 June 2023.  The closure will be updated as conditions change. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further updates please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.

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Applies from Mon 5 Jun 2023, 10.46am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jun 2023, 10.58am

Closed areas: Peery Lake day use area is closed

Peery Lake day use area is closed due to rain.  Unsealed roads in the area are closed with more rain forecast.  This closure will be updated as conditions change.  For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks office on 08 8084 2880

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Applies from Thu 3 Sep 2020, 12.25pm to Tue 30 Apr 2024, 8.02am. Last reviewed: Sat 27 May 2023, 1.23pm

Other planned events: 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will be ongoing between Tuesday 28 February 2023 and 17 September 2023 along management trails in Tollingo Nature Reserve and Woggoon Nature Reserve.

Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.

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 should 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 please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.

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Applies from Wed 7 Jun 2023, 7.00am to Thu 15 Jun 2023, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2023, 9.42am

Closed parks: Park closed for aerial pest control operation

Paroo-Darling National Park is closed from 7am, Wednesday 7 June to 4.30pm, Thursday 15 June 2023 for an aerial pest control operation.

Closed areas are: Peery, Mandalay, Arrowbar, Mt Murchison and Wilga. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information contact the Broken Hill National Parks office on 08 8084 2880.

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Applies from Fri 11 Nov 2022, 11.59am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Jun 2023, 6.04pm

Closed parks: Willandra National Park closed

Willandra NP will be closed for until further notice, whilst staff undertake damage assessments and repair works. In the interest of visitor safety, we will need to keep the park closed until repairs have been completed and the park is deemed safe to re-open.

This closure includes roofed accommodation, campgrounds and all park roads. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Mar 2023, 12.38pm

Fire bans: Park fire ban

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) 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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.

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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 May 2023, 9.00am

Other incidents: Visitation restrictions

There are a number of restrictions on visitation and access by the general public to Yathong, Nombinnie and Round Hill Nature Reserves and Nombinnie State Conservation Area. 

  • These reserves are not available for overnight camping or hiking. Visitation is restricted to day visits only.
  • Vehicle access is restricted to the public roads passing through or adjoining the reserves. Management trails are closed to vehicles. However you are welcome to walk on the trails.
  • Bird watchers are welcome to walk into the reserves and along management trails. However take care to make sure you can navigate back to your car - it is easy to get disorientated in mallee country.
  • Trips to Round Hill Nature Reserve by bird watching clubs can be done by prior arrangement.
  • There are a number of scientific research programs happening in the reserves and visitors should not disturb any field equipment if they come across it.
  • The reserves are closed periodically to allow management programs to be undertaken. Please check the website for closures prior to visits.

For further information contact the NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.

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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/yathong-nature-reserve/local-alerts

Contact

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