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Applies from Fri 13 Sep 2019, 2.52pm to Fri 20 Sep 2019, 2.23pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Sep 2019, 3.00pm
Closed areas: Den Fenella - tracks closed
Some walking tracks near Den Fenella (Wentworth Falls) are closed due to a dangerous tree until Friday 20 September 2019. Tree removal is scheduled. The closed areas are:
- Den Fenella
- Undercliff track from Den Fenella to Princes Rock
- Murphys Lane
This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2019, 7.00am to Fri 20 Sep 2019, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Sep 2019, 4.31pm
Closed areas: Oaks Single track closed
The last 2km of Single cycling track will be closed from Monday 9 September to Friday 20 September 2019 on weekdays only. This is the section between Helipad track and Glenbrook causeway.
Single track is the track that runs next to Oaks fire trail. Single track is closed during this period for maintenance, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.
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 Fri 23 Aug 2019, 4.01pm to Fri 4 Oct 2019, 4.01pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Sep 2019, 11.06am
Closed areas: Mini Mini, Waterfall Creek and Gibraltar Rock fire trails closed
Mini Mini, Waterfall Creek and Gibraltar Rock fire trails are closed to all visitors so that maintenance work can be completed. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Wed 21 Aug 2019, 6.00am to Fri 13 Dec 2019, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Aug 2019, 3.22pm
Closed areas: Overcliff track closed
Overcliff track will be closed for maintenance from Wednesday 21 August to Friday 13 December 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre in Blackheath on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Sun 14 Jul 2019, 5.47pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2019, 5.22pm
Closed areas: Amphitheatre track closed
Amphitheatre track is closed between Fern Bower and Leura Cascades Round walk due to a rockfall and the risk of further instability at the site. This closure means that the Leura Cascades and Fern Bower Circuit walk are not possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Blackheath Heritage Information Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Wed 3 Jul 2019, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Aug 2019, 11.22am
Safety alerts: Plateau walking track - detour around unsafe bridge
A short section of Plateau walking track is closed due to an unsafe bridge. Walkers can take a 25m detour across natural rock surfaces to avoid any danger. Please follow the directions of the signs in place and use the marked detour route.
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Applies from Wed 3 Apr 2019, 12.01am to Thu 3 Oct 2019, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2019, 2.35pm
Safety alerts: 1080 fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is undertaking a 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) fox poison baiting program from Wednesday 3 April until Thursday 3 October 2019. The baiting program will happen in the following areas:
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park (northern section)
- Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve
1080 poison will be delivered by CPE and ground baiting. Warning signs will be displayed to notify the public about this program. Domestic animals may be affected - 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs.
If you are a neighbour or plan to visit the park, please remember that domestic animals are not permitted in national parks or karst conservation reserves at any time. Please do not handle or disturb any baits.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, call the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 1972 during business hours.
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Applies from Tue 2 Oct 2018, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 Sep 2019, 2.55pm
Closed areas: Ingar campground closed
Ingar campground and Ingar Road are closed to vehicle access due to private property building works. The closure is indefinite because it relates to access through the private property. No opening date can be advised. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience caused.
Ingar Road and Ingar campground can still be accessed by walkers and cyclists.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 22 Oct 2017, 12.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Mar 2019, 4.34pm
Closed areas: Prince Henry Cliff walking track - between Leura Cascades and Solitary restaurant
Prince Henry Cliff walking track is closed between Leura Cascades and Solitary restaurant until further notice. This closure is due to a landslide that has completely blocked the track. An alternative track is available via Leura Cascades Round Walk. Visitors can also walk from Leura Cascades to Solitary restaurant adjacent Cliff Drive but should be wary of traffic.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 13 Dec 2017, 11.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Mar 2018, 4.22pm
Closed areas: Partial closure of Batsh camp
A section of Batsh camp is closed due to the risk of tree branches falling. Further assessment and removal of dangerous branches will take place in the coming weeks. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Oberon area office on (02) 6336 1972 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 1 Dec 2017, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 25 May 2019, 12.26pm
Closed areas: National Pass closed
National Pass remains closed between Valley of Waters and Slacks Stairs. The closure is indefinite following a serious rockfall in November 2017 which killed a worker and seriously injured two others. The area of the rockfall remains dangerous and the subject of external investigation. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is reviewing how such geological hazards and visitor access can be managed. Visitors can access the base of the Wentworth Falls below the Grand Stairs. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877 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: Wed 5 Oct 2016, 9.23am
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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