Applies from Sun 17 May 2026, 9.38am to Fri 22 May 2026, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 May 2026, 11.01am.

Closed areas: Bindarray Picnic Area closed due to severe weather

Bindarray Picnic Area is closed from Sunday 17th May until further notice due to severe weather.

Creek crossings and some roads in Bindarri NP may be impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions. Please avoid unnecessary travel in this reserve.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

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

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• Bindarri National Park

Applies from Sat 16 May 2026, 11.29am to Fri 22 May 2026, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 16 May 2026, 11.37am.

Closed areas: Halls Peak Campground and Picnic Area closed

The Halls Peak campground and picnic area in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park is closed from Saturday 16 May 2026 to Friday 22 May 2026 due to hazard road conditions on the access road. Recent rainfall in the area has made the trail surface very slippery.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Armidale NPWS office on Tel. 6738 9100.

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• Oxley Wild Rivers National Park

Applies from Fri 15 May 2026, 6.00pm to Fri 10 Jul 2026, 11.38pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 1.38pm.

Other planned events: Cabbage Tree Road

Cabbage Tree Road in Myall Lakes National Park and Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park will be closed to the public for road upgrade work from Monday 18 May to Friday 10 July (excluding weekends)

Please drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control.

For further information, please call NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 02 6591 0300 (business hours).

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• Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park
• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Sat 23 Aug 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 1.32pm.

Other planned events: Road upgrades in Myall Lakes National Park

Multiple roads within Myall Lakes National Park are planned for upgrade under the Infrastructure Betterment Fund Program.

Visitors can expect minor changes to access during the following timeframes (weather permitting):

• Stoney Creek Road: March to June 2026
• Yagon Road: June to July 2026 
• Mungo Brush Road – Stage 2: July to Oct 2026 
• Cabbage Tree Road: May to June 2026

Please drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control.

For further information, please call NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 02 6591 0300 (business hours).

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Sat 27 Sep 2025, 9.48am to Sun 31 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 9.35am.

Closed areas: 4WD Trail Closures

Most of the public-accessible 4WD trails in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area have now re-opened, after the annual season closure period.

However, the following 4WD trail remain closed, due to current trail conditions:

• Barrington Trail south past the Junction Pools Trail

This closure does not effect public vehicle access to the Little Murray and Junction Pools campgrounds.

Walkers and mountain bikers are still permitted to utilise the trail while it is closed to public vehicles.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.

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• Barrington Tops National Park

Applies from Mon 11 May 2026, 8.00am to Wed 20 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 9.07am.

Safety alerts: Roadworks on Peates Mountain Rd and Gibbergunyah Management Trail

NPWS will be conducting road maintenance works along Peates Mountain Rd and Gibbergunyah Management Trail from Monday 11 May 2026 to Wednesday 20 May 2026. 

All walking tracks will remain open during maintenance works however, users are advised that machinery will be present and working on-site during this time. Please follow all safety signage and staff directions.

For more information, please contact NPWS Alstonville Office on 02 6627 0200 or email: npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au

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• Nightcap National Park
• Whian Whian State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 16 Jan 2026, 10.16am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 9.06am.

Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed in both directions due to major landslip repairs

Nightcap Range Road is closed to traffic in both directions due to a major landslip associated with the 2022 flood event. The closure affects the section of Nightcap Range Road between Rummery Road intersection and Telephone Road trailer parking area.

Access to Minyon Falls and Rummery Park is via Minyon Falls Road only.

An estimated repair date has not been determined. For more information, please email NPWS Richmond River Area or call on 02 6672 0200.

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• Nightcap National Park
• Whian Whian State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 7 May 2026, 2.28pm to Sat 23 May 2026, 8.29pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 2.41pm.

Closed areas: Brindle Creek Loop Road Closure

Brindle Creek Loop Road and part of Tweed Range Scenic Drive will be closed from 6pm Wednesday 20 May 2026 to 830am Saturday 23 May 2026 for vegetation maintenance.  The Pinnacles, Bar Mt & Blackbutts lookout will remain open and accessible from Eastern side via Creegans Road.

Areas affected by this closure are:-

• Antarctic Beech picnic area
• Helmholtzia walking track
• Red Cedar walking track
• Brindle Creek picnic area
• Brindle Creek walking track
• Forest tops campground
• Booyong walking track (accessible only from Sheepstation)

These works are weather dependent and closure may extend if required.

Please check the website for any changes.  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000.

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• Border Ranges National Park

Applies from Sun 10 May 2026, 7.46am to Sat 23 May 2026, 8.48am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 2.38pm.

Closed areas: Tweed Range Scenic Drive partial closure & Brindle Creek Loop road

Tweed Range Scenic Drive is temporarily closed for Vegetation maintenance from 6pm Wednesday 20th May until  830am Saturday 23rd May. The Closure will be between the Pinnacle lookout and Forest Tops campground this includes Brindle Creek Loop Road. Closure will affect the below areas:_

• Brindle Creek picnic area
• Brindle Creek walking Track
• Red Cedar walking Track
• Helmholzia walking Track
• Antarctic Beech picnic area

The below areas will remain OPEN and access will be from the Eastern entrance only via Creegans road.

• Bar Mountain Day use are & walking tracks
• Blackbutts Lookout
• The Pinnacle Lookout

These works are weather dependent and may be extended if required.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the Kyogle National Parks office on 02 6632 0000.

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• Border Ranges National Park

Applies from Sat 25 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Tue 16 Jun 2026, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 9.49am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 2nd May 2026 to 16th May 2026.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Barakee National Park, Barrakee State Conservation Area, Biriwal Bulga National Park, Bugan Nature Reserve, Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park, Goonook Nature Reserve, Talawahl Nature Reserve, Tapin Tops National Park and Wallamba Nature Reserve.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and to minimise the 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 NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office for more information on (02) 6591 0300.

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• Barakee National Park
• Barrakee State Conservation Area
• Biriwal Bulga National Park
• Bugan Nature Reserve
• Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park
• Goonook Nature Reserve
• Talawahl Nature Reserve
• Tapin Tops National Park
• Wallamba Nature Reserve

Applies from Sat 16 May 2026, 6.00pm to Mon 18 May 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 10.46am.

Closed areas: Areas closed for night time Ground Pest Management

The Nullo Mountain area of Wollemi National Park is closed from 6pm to 6am nightly on the 16th and 17th of May 2026 for a night time pest management operation.  

For more information please call the Mudgee Area office on 02 6370 9000

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Mon 13 Apr 2026, 11.55am to Fri 31 Jul 2026, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 7.19am.

Closed areas: Cape Byron walking track section closure

The elevated boardwalk section of the Cape Byron Walking Track will be closed from Monday 20 April to Friday 31 July 2026. Pedestrians will be directed to use a closed lane of Lighthouse Road. Expect short delays.

The east-bound lane of Lighthouse Road will also be closed to vehicles from Monday 20 April to Friday 31 July. Expect traffic delays on Lighthouse Road.

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• Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 18 Feb 2026, 10.52am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 7.18am.

Safety alerts: Beach access closed due to beach erosion

Coastal processes have eroded the sand dune causing a dangerous drop off. The beach access tracks between Mildenhall Cottage and Imeson Cottage, and from Partridge Cottage, have been closed until further notice. Access to Clarkes Beach is via Brooke Drive and the Pass, or through the Bawaii (Captain Cook) car park and rest area.

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• Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 12 May 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 31 Jul 2026, 5.01pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 5.09pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a one-off ground baiting program from 18 May 2026 to 30 June 2026.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Wollemi National Park (in Jerrys Plains / Appletree Flat area) and Manobalai 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 Bulga NPWS office for more information on (02) 6574 5555.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Fri 15 May 2026, 5.00pm to Fri 22 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 1.07pm.

Other planned events: Road closure - Black Rock Road closed for maintenance and sealing

Planned roadworks will be taking place on Monday 18th May until Friday 22nd May in Tyagarah Nature Reserve. 

Closure of Black Rocks Road

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Tyagarah Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 11 May 2026, 6.00am to Thu 21 May 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 9.59am.

Closed areas: Roadworks Mibanbah Black Rocks campground

Roadworks will be underway within Mibanbah Black Rocks campground from Monday 18 May to 10am Thursday 21 May 2026. The road may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.
For more information, contact the Alstonville NPWS office 02 6627 0200 or npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au

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• Bundjalung National Park

Applies from Mon 27 Apr 2026, 12.51pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 12.52pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 7.37am.

Closed areas: Toonumbar Forest Drive and Cox's Road temporary closure

Toonumbar Forest Drive and Cox's Road will be closed until approximately 25 May due to wet conditions.

Sherwood lookout and Murray Scrub lookout remain closed until the roads are re-opened. Iron Pot Creek campground and Murray Scrub walking track are only accessible via Murray Scrub Road from Afterlee.

Both roads are not safely trafficable in wet conditions and are therefore closed during forecast weather events and damage during the winter period.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.

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• Toonumbar National Park

Applies from Sat 18 Apr 2026, 8.27am to Mon 25 May 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 9 May 2026, 3.26pm.

Closed areas: Toonumbar National Park Temporary Closures

Murrays Scrub Road will be closed from 21 April 2026 for approximately 4 weeks to allow for repair work to the road and drainage system. The road will be closed from the intersection of Murray Scrub Rd and Murrays Scrub Carpark Rd.

Murrays Scrub Carpark Road will also be temporarily closed for several days during this period for maintenance works – a separate alert will be posted when this occurs.

Iron Pot Creek Campground will not be accessible during works.

Visitors using Murray Scrub Road to access Murrays Scrub Carpark Rd should be aware large trucks and machinery may intermittently be travelling along Murray Scrub Road. All road users should drive to conditions and be aware of additional traffic and large vehicles.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.

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• Toonumbar National Park

Applies from Tue 5 May 2026, 4.25pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 4.25pm. Last reviewed: Sat 9 May 2026, 3.25pm.

Safety alerts: Peacock Creek campground access limitations

Access to Peacock Creek campground is limited for some vehicles during inclement weather due to deterioration of local roads. See below best options to access the campground whilst repairs and upgrades take place on local roads:

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1. Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive via Bruxner Highway (south) - best access when open, 2WD suitable in dry weather only. Intermittently closed during periods of wet weather.
2. Sextonville Road via Summerland Way (East) - Most weather access suitable for most vehicles, some pot holes and slippery when wet. /**/
3. Iron Pot Creek Road via Kyogle (north) - Suitable for all vehicles in most weather. Drive from Kyogle towards Toonumbar on Afterlee Road to the Dam Access Road, then turn left onto Brays Road, right onto Logan's Bridge Road and right onto Iron Pot Creek Road. Follow signs to Bonalbo once on Brays Road.
4. Peacock Creek Road via Clarence way (west) - 4WD only, not suitable for towing. Two steep creek crossings not suitable for 2WD/AWD, badly damaged road surface with very large pot holes.

Drivers advised to drive to conditions, check NPWS website alerts before visiting and follow all signage instructions at road works. For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.

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• Richmond Range National Park

Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 10.07am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 10.08am. Last reviewed: Sat 9 May 2026, 3.19pm.

Closed parks: Jubullum Flat Camp closed

Jubullum Flat Camp Aboriginal Area is closed until further notice due to hazardous trees and related works.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000.

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• Jubullum Flat Camp Aboriginal Area

Applies from Mon 27 Apr 2026, 12.47pm to Sat 6 Jun 2026, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Sat 9 May 2026, 3.19pm.

Closed areas: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive partial closure

Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive is closed between Mount Babyl north to Peacock Creek Road until approximately Monday 25 May due to wet conditions. 

The following facilities will remain open

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• Cambridge Plateau picnic area
• Culmaran loop trail
• Culmaran Valley track

Please use Iron Pot Creek Road or Sextonville Road to access Peacock Creek campground as there will be no access via Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive until the road re-opens.

Telco Companies & related persons that require access to Mount Babyl trail and tower area, can access Mount Babyl using a KRB key only.

The private Airbnb cabin off Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive will remain accessible via Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive from the south via the Bruxner Highway, contact the owner for more information.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.

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• Richmond Range National Park

Applies from Fri 8 May 2026, 4.21pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 4.27pm.

Closed areas: Mungo Beach closed to 4WD vehicles due to beach erosion

Mungo Beach in Myall Lakes National Park is closed to 4 wheel drive vehicles due to hazardous beach erosion 

For further information, please call Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Tue 28 Oct 2025, 12.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.18am.

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

For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.

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• New England National Park

Applies from Tue 25 Jul 2023, 7.14am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.18am.

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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• Dunggir National Park

Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 12.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 8.12pm.

Closed parks: National parks closed due to flood damage

The following reserves are closed until further notice due to flood impacts;

• Barrakee SCA
• Killabakh NR

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. 

For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.

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• Barrakee State Conservation Area
• Killabakh Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 7.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 1.11pm.

Closed areas: Lyrebird Lane and the Glade carpark closed

Lyrebird Link track closed until 5pm Friday 29 May 2026.

The Lyrebird Link ramp to the walking tracks from the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre has been closed to address safety risks. Temporary access to the walks via a short steep detour (18 degrees or 1 in 3) is unsuitable for mobility impaired visitors and prams. This will be the only available walk access until the Glade reopens on 29 May 2026. Please ask at the information counter for advice and directions.

Lyrebird Lane and the Glade carpark are closed to vehicles and pedestrians until 5pm Friday 29 May 2026 for civil works.

The Glade carpark is being redeveloped and the temporary visitors centre is under construction in the Glade. Lyrebird Lane and the Glade carpark will be closed to visitors until the works are completed. The Glade picnic area will still be open to pedestrians via the Wonga Walk, with all parking at the Rainforest Centre precinct.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre on 02 6657 5913 or Coffs Coast Area Office on 02 6652 0900.

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• Dorrigo National Park

Applies from Thu 7 May 2026, 8.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 May 2026, 5.52pm.

Closed areas: Partial park closure for weed management

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be controlling invasive environmental weeds using hand spraying in selected coastal dune areas of Limeburners Creek National Park between Thursday 7 May and Friday 29 May 2026.

Temporary closures will be in place on the day of spraying only in affected areas. These closures will include walking trail access to Barries Bay Beach north of Point Plomer.

The program is designed to reduce infestations of invasive weeds species such as bitou bush, lantana, senna and morning glory.

Please contact the Kempsey NPWS Office on (02) 6561 6700 for more information.

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• Limeburners Creek National Park

Applies from Thu 7 May 2026, 10.00am to Thu 21 May 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 10.07am.

Other planned events: Intermittent Partial Closure Blue Gum Hills Regional Park Carpark

Carpark will remain open with partial closures in place at times due to maintenance work undertaken between Thursday 7 May 2026 - Thursday 21 May 2026. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local office on (02) 4946 4100 

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• Blue Gum Hills Regional Park

Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 3.10pm to Mon 18 May 2026, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 May 2026, 9.33am.

Closed areas: Wheeny Creek Campground and firetrails closed for pest control program

Wheeny Creek Campground in Wollemi National Park is closed from Monday 4 May to 7pm to Friday 30 May 2026 inclusive for ground shooting for feral animal control.  McMahons fire trail, Blue Gum fire trail and Zorbas fire trail will also be closed from 7pm-6am during these dates while we conduct the pest control program.

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

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Mon 11 May 2026, 9.56am to Mon 22 Jun 2026, 9.57am. Last reviewed: Sat 9 May 2026, 7.23am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program in Belford National Park and Tiraki Nature Reserve from Monday 11th May – Monday 22nd June 2026.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. 

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the 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 Bulga NPWS area office for more information on 02 6574 5555

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• Belford National Park
• Tiraki Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 9.27am to Sat 8 May 2027, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 May 2026, 8.51am.

Closed areas: The Welcome Mangrove Walk, Ash Island is closed due to damage

The Welcome Mangrove Walk of Ash Island, Hunter Wetlands National Parks is closed due to damage, from Monday 26th August 2025 until further notice.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Shortland office on 4946 4100.

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• Hunter Wetlands National Park

Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 2.40pm to Mon 18 May 2026, 11.42pm. Last reviewed: Sat 9 May 2026, 7.15am.

Other planned events: Fire Trail Maintenance Werakata SCA

Fire Trail Maintenance work will be undertaken on Dam Road and North Basin Road in Werakata State Conservation Area from Monday 4 May 2026 to Monday 18 May 2026. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office on (02) 49464100.

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• Werakata State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 14 Jul 2025, 1.35pm to Mon 29 Jun 2026, 1.37pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 11.50am.

Closed areas: Craddocks Creek Trail closed due to landslips

 Craddocks Creek Trail in Copeland Tops SCA is closed until further notice to allow contractors to undertake landslip remediation. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.

NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.

For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.

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• Copeland Tops State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 29 Apr 2026, 6.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 10.49am.

Other planned events: Changed Access to the Grandis Picnic Area

Due to road upgrade works, access to the Grandis Picnic Area from Wootton Way will be unavailable from Thursday 30 April to Friday 29 May.

Access to the Grandis Picnic Area will still be possible via The Lakes Way.

Please drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control.

For further information, please call NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 02 6591 0300 (business hours).

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Sat 28 Mar 2026, 10.57am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2026, 8.29pm.

Closed areas: Wallis Island - Facility closed

Restroom facility of this park temporary closed from Friday 27 March.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.

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• Wallis Island Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 10 Nov 2025, 11.49am to Fri 26 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2026, 11.23am.

Closed areas: Wallaroo National Park Closures due to planned maintenance works

Some parts of Wallaroo National Park are closed due to reopen Friday 26 June 2026 for planned road maintenance, with heavy plant and machinery in operation.

Roads and trails that will be closed during these works include:   

• Ripleys Trail
• Ten Mile Road
• Lone Pine Road
• Callaghans Trail
• Drews Trail
• Nine Mile Road
• Allen Road  
• Gilmore Trail

During this time, pedestrian and vehicle access is not permitted.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Hunter Coast Area NPWS office on 02 4984 8200.  

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• Wallaroo National Park

Applies from Wed 29 Apr 2026, 8.00am to Mon 27 Jul 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Apr 2026, 4.03pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Hunter Wetlands National Park from 4 May to 25 June 2026.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened shorebird 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.

For more information contact the Lower Hunter Area NPWS office on 4946 4100.

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• Hunter Wetlands National Park

Applies from Thu 23 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 17 May 2026, 8.17am.

Safety alerts: Road works on Glenroy Trail

Scheduled road works are to occur on Glenroy Trail in Wollemi State Conservation Area from Thursday 23 April 2026 to Friday 29 May 2026. Trail will remain open, however users are advised that machinery will be present and working onsite. Users are to follow all safety signs along trail.

For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.

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• Wollemi State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 23 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Sun 17 May 2026, 8.17am.

Safety alerts: Road works on Old Bulga Road and Little Darkey Camp Trail

Scheduled road works are to occur on Old Bulga Road and Little Darkey Camp Trail in Yengo National Park from Thursday 23 April 2026 to Friday 29 May 2026. Trail will remain open, however users are advised that machinery will be present and working onsite. Users are to follow all safety signs along trail.

For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.

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• Yengo National Park

Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 8.00am to Wed 20 May 2026, 11.17am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 8.58am.

Closed areas: Smoky Cape Lighthouse closed for track upgrade

Some parts of Hat Head National Park are closed from Tuesday 21 April to Wednesday 20 May 2026 while the Smoky Cape Lighthouse walking track is being upgraded. The closed areas are:

• Smoky Cape Lighthouse
• Captain Cook lookout
• Walking track to the Lighthouse from the carpark
• Access to the Lighthouse will be temporarily closed during this maintenance period

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kempsey office on (02) 6561 6700.

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• Hat Head National Park

Applies from Wed 3 Sep 2025, 12.00pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 1.39pm.

Other planned events: Susan Island Nature Reserve - 1080 baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Susan Island Nature Reserve Area from 1 January to 31 July 2026.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

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 Grafton NPWS area office for more information on 02 66 411 500.

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• Susan Island Nature Reserve

Applies from Tue 21 Apr 2026, 10.40am to Sun 14 Jun 2026, 10.42am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 7.58am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 2 May to 16 May 2026 in the following reserves:

• Barrington Tops National Park/State Conservation Area
• Towarri National Park / Wingen Maid Nature Reserve / Cedar Brush Nature Reserve
• Wallabadah Nature Reserve
• Woolooma National Park
• Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve/National Park
• Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve/State Conservation Area
• Curracabundi National Park/State Conservation Area, Bretti Nature Reserve, Mernot Nature Reserve, Watchimbark Nature Reserve, Woko National Park, Monkeycot Nature Reserve, Coneac State Conservation Area, Camels Hump Nature Reserve, Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
• Copeland Tops State Conservation Area
• Berrico Nature Reserve
• The Glen Nature Reserve
• Barakee National Park

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.

Signs will be placed at authorised entrances to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and most other NPWS managed land. 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 NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Scone Office on 02 6540 2300 for more information.

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• Barakee National Park
• Barrington Tops Flora Reserve
• Barrington Tops National Park
• Barrington Tops State Conservation Area
• Berrico Nature Reserve
• Bretti Nature Reserve
• Camels Hump Nature Reserve
• Coneac State Conservation Area
• Copeland Tops State Conservation Area
• Curracabundi National Park
• Curracabundi State Conservation Area
• Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
• Mernot Nature Reserve
• Monkeycot Nature Reserve
• The Glen Nature Reserve
• Watchimbark Nature Reserve
• Woko National Park

Applies from Thu 14 Aug 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 1.16pm.

Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Tapin Tops National Park

The following areas within Tapin Tops National Park are closed due to flood impacts;

• Potoroo Falls (including Potoroo Road)

For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area on (02) 6591 0300

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• Tapin Tops National Park

Applies from Mon 27 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Fri 5 Jun 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 8.42am.

Closed areas: Dangars Gorge closed for precinct upgrade

The Dangars Gorge precinct in Oxley Wild Rivers NP is strictly closed from Monday 27 October 2025 to Friday 5 June 2026 while visitor facilities are being upgraded. The areas that will be closed include:

• Dangars Gorge Campground
• Dangars Falls Picnic Area
• Dangars Falls lookouts
• McDirtys walking track
• Sailsbury Waters walking track

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Armidale NPWS office (02 6738 9100).

NPWS will be making improvements to the campground, walking tracks and signage upgrades as well as installing a new pedestrian bridge.

During this time, visitors to Oxley Wild Rivers NP can still access other visitor precincts, such as Long Point, Gara Gorge, Wollomombi Falls, and for the more adventurous, Riverside or Halls Peak. Please note that access to Riverside and Halls Peak requires an access permit and a low-range 4WD vehicle. More information can be found on the NPWS website https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/

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• Oxley Wild Rivers National Park

Applies from Fri 11 Nov 2022, 8.31pm. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Apr 2026, 3.24pm.

Closed areas: Moonee Creek south bridge (Caravan park to Green Bluff access) closed

Moonee Creek (Sugar Mill Creek) Bridge is closed as the bridge was removed due to damage. A new bridge will be built in its place, please see below link for details. 

The bridge crossing provides access:

• to Reflections Holiday Park
• from Moonee south to Coffs Coast Regional Park, Green Bluff and Sapphire North.

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 still 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.

Read more about the bridge replacement. https://www.crownland.nsw.gov.au/projects-and-public-notices/projects/moonee-beach-pedestrian-bridge 

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• Coffs Coast Regional Park
• Moonee Beach Nature Reserve

Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Apr 2026, 9.28am.

Closed areas: Yacaaba Headland walking track partial closure

Yacaaba Headland walking track, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Hawks Nest, is open to a viewing point. Beyond this point the track is closed for visitor safety.

Yacaaba Spit track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.

Penalties may apply for non-compliance. For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Thu 5 Jun 2025, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 7.57am.

Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Wallingat National Park

Multiple walking tracks in Wallingat National Park are closed until further notice due to storm and flood damage:

• Cabbage Palm & Coachwood loop track
• Double Wharf Trail
• Sugar Creek Trail

For further information please contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.

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• Wallingat National Park

Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 9.19am.

Closed areas: Flood affected areas within Myall Lakes National Park

The following areas in Myall Lakes National Park are temporarily closed due to flood impacts:

• Dees Corner campground
• Joes Cove campground
• White Tree Bay campground and picnic area

NPWS is working to reopen these areas as soon as possible.

For more information, call the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Wed 15 Jan 2025, 8.51am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 May 2026, 6.43am.

Other planned events: Changed access to walking tracks due to flood restoration

Please travel via Uki using Rowlands Creek and Manns Roads to access the following locations:

• Mount Jerusalem Central trails
• Unicorn Falls walking track
• Whiskey Creek walk 
• Gidjuum Gulganyi walk

Byron Shire Council is currently undertaking flood restoration works within the Main Arm valley, expected to be completed by mid 2026.

These works include the restoration and repair of culverts and causeways along Main Arm Road, which is the main vehicle access to Mount Jerusalem National Park when approaching from Mullumbimby. Byron Shire Council have advised that Main Arm Road should only be used by local traffic.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6639 8300.

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• Mount Jerusalem National Park

Applies from Sat 11 Apr 2026, 1.29pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 9.35am.

Safety alerts: Road Maintenance

Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Watagans National Park. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.

Take care and drive to conditions.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Mon 13 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 11.38am.

Closed parks: Park closed for road maintenance

Mooball National Park is closed for road repairs between 8 am and 4 pm from Monday 13 April to Friday 29 May 2026 excluding Public Holidays and weekends.

During the weekend, the park will be re-opened except Wabba Road and Baranbali Road.

Note that during park closures multiple heavy truck movements are scheduled on Cooradilla Road per day. For your safety please adhere to the park closure and on ground signage.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Tweed Byron Area office 02 6639 8300

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• Mooball National Park

Applies from Mon 3 Feb 2025, 9.00am to Fri 29 May 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 11.38am.

Closed areas: Baranbali & Wabba Road Closure

Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 3 February to 29 May 2026 while major road repairs continue. The closed areas are:

• Baranbali Road
• Wabba Road

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Contact Byron Bay office for further information 02 6639 8300

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• Mooball National Park

Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 10.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 9.49am.

Closed areas: Heath Track Closed

Heath Track closed for maintenance work from Monday 20th April 2026 till Tuesday 30th June 2026. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100.

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• Glenrock State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Fri 16 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.37am.

Closed areas: Closed areas: Barington Tops National Park partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control

The Gloucester Tops section of Barrington Tops National Park will be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 20 April 2026 to Friday 16 October 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.

Areas will be closed by signage. Do Not Enter. Penalties apply.

This closure does not directly effect Gloucester River campground and all walking tracks / picnic facilities at Gloucester Tops will remain open during daylight hours when an operation is happening.

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• Barrington Tops National Park

Applies from Thu 16 Oct 2025, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 12.58pm.

Other planned events: Brimbin Pontoon (Dawson River) closed

Brimbin Pontoon has sustained damage and is temporarily closed. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.

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• Brimbin Nature Reserve

Applies from Tue 30 Sep 2025, 4.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 9.27am.

Closed parks: Yessabah 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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• Yessabah Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 5 May 2025, 1.46pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 9.43am.

Other planned events: Koala Hospital Closure

Please be advised that the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital (managed by Koala Conservation Australia) next door to Roto House Historic Site will be closed for redevelopment until mid-2026.

The National Parks Roto House and its thriving café ‘Home at Roto House’ will continue to operate as normal, open 7days, 8:30-2pm.

Check out their website for upcoming events: https://www.homeatroto.com.au/

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• Roto House Historic Site

Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 11.37am to Sun 31 May 2026, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 3.33pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Wollemi National Park from Monday 20th April – Sunday 3rd May 2026.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the 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 NPWS area office for more information:

Mudgee 02 6370 9000

Oberon 02 6336 6200

Bulga 02 6574 5555

• Glenbrook 02 4720 6200

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Thu 9 Apr 2026, 2.31pm to Sun 31 May 2026, 2.31pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 3.23pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Manobalai Nature Reserve (NR), Parr State Conservation Area (SCA), Wollemi FR, Dharug NP and Yengo NP from Monday 20th April – Sunday 3rd May 2026.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. St

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the 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 Bulga NPWS area office for more information on 02 6574 5555

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• Wollemi Flora Reserve
• Yengo National Park

Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 11.29am to Fri 5 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 May 2026, 3.29pm.

Other planned events: Diamond Head campground - beach access upgrade

The paved beach access track from Diamond Head campground to the beach will be closed for upgrades from Monday 20th April for approximately four weeks. The paved path will be replaced with a raised deck, ramp and handrail to improve visitor safety and accessibility.

There will be no access to the beach using this track while the new structure is built. Visitors will need to use the old 4WD beach access track located 20m away. There will be some disturbance from construction noise during normal work hours of 8am-5pm, Monday to Friday. 

For more information, call the NPWS Port Macquarie on (02) 6588 5555.

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• Crowdy Bay National Park

Applies from Wed 28 Sep 2022, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 11.34am.

Closed areas: Doon Goonge campground closed

Doon Goonge campground is closed for public safety.

Alternate nearby campgrounds include Dalmorton, Thungutti, Cod Hole and Platypus Flat, that can be booked on the NPWS website.

For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.

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• Chaelundi National Park

Applies from Mon 27 Apr 2026, 8.00am to Mon 15 Jun 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.19am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from Saturday 2 May 2026 to Saturday 16 May 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Watagans, Popran and Brisbane Water National Parks.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the 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 Central Coast NPWS area office for more information on 02 4320 4200.

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Thu 2 Apr 2026, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Apr 2026, 8.09am.

Closed areas: Gees Arm North fire trail closed due to hazard reduction activities

Gees Arm North fire trail is closed for hazard reduction burning from Thursday 2 April - Saturday 4 April 2026.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Gees Arm North HR. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 11.57am to Fri 2 Oct 2026, 11.57am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 May 2026, 7.58am.

Safety alerts: Visitor safety alert: feral horses

Feral horses move through this campground and along the adjacent walking track day and night. Campers at Polblue campground should set up tents as close to their vehicles as possible.

Aggressive horse behaviour can pose a safety risk for visitors. Aggressive behaviour includes snorting, head bobbing, stomping front legs, ears erect, aggressive stance and approaching in an aggressive manner.

What to do around aggressive horses:

• avoid the animals, especially if a stallion is present and there are mares nearby
• retreat to your vehicle
• wave your arms around and make lots of noise
• walk in a group rather than as an individual
• always be aware of your immediate surroundings.

Please report any such interaction or aggressive horse behaviour to NPWS Gloucester on 6538 5300 or NPWS Scone on 6540 2300.

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• Barrington Tops National Park

Applies from Wed 25 Mar 2026, 9.26am to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Mar 2026, 9.28am.

Safety alerts: Grassy Hill FT is currently 4WD access only and is not suitable for 2WD vehicles

Grassy Hill FT is currently 4WD access only and is not suitable for 2WD vehicles

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

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Mon 23 Mar 2026, 3.34pm to Sun 31 May 2026, 3.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 7.56am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Queens Lake Nature Reserve & Queens Lake State Conservation Area from 23 March 2026 to 31 May 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. 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 park/reserve entry to the baiting locations. 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 Port Macquarie NPWS area office for more information on 6588 5555.

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• Queens Lake Nature Reserve
• Queens Lake State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 9 Mar 2026, 8.00am to Tue 9 Mar 2027, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 10.12am.

Closed parks: Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area closed for pest control operations

Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area will be closed for pest control operations until 09 March 2027.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Coffs Coast Area office on 02 6652 0900.

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• Chaelundi Flora Reserve
• Chaelundi National Park
• Chaelundi State Conservation Area

Applies from Sat 28 Feb 2026, 9.08am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Mar 2026, 2.06pm.

Closed areas: Karamea Homestead closed due to flood damage

The following area is closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from the May 2025 flooding and severe weather event:

• Karamea Homestead

The Homestead will reopen when the damage has been rectified and the site is safe.

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• Curracabundi National Park

Applies from Wed 4 Mar 2026, 3.02pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 3.05pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 2.25pm.

Closed areas: Coffee Creek Rd is closed due to damaged crossing

Coffee Creek Rd is closed from 4 March 2026 until 30 December 2026 while damage is assessed and repairs undertaken.

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

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• Mount Pikapene National Park

Applies from Thu 6 Nov 2025, 11.13am. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Apr 2026, 7.30am.

Closed areas: Cliff Face walking track temporarily closed due to impacts from flooding / severe weather

Cliff Face Track will be closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from the flooding and severe weather event that occurred during May 2025  

The walking track will reopen when the damage has been rectified and the site is safe.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6538 5300.

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• Woko National Park

Applies from Sun 1 Mar 2026, 9.29am to Fri 30 Jun 2028, 9.29am. Last reviewed: Sun 1 Mar 2026, 9.32am.

Closed areas: Ferny Creek Campground Closed

Ferny Creek Campground remains closed until further notice do to collapsed bridge

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• Wallingat National Park

Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Apr 2026, 8.40am.

Closed areas: Road closure

Some areas of this park are closed until further notice due to the demolition of a bridge from a past flooding event.

The closed areas include the 4WD access to North Washpool, an area also known as Washpool rest area, entering from Baryulgil onto Collum Collum Road. The bridge is washed away at the junction of Washpool Creek and Collum Collum Road.

Please note:

• Washpool National Park’s 2WD entrance off Gwydir Highway onto Coachwood Drive and Washpool Forest Way is open.
• Bellbird campground, Coombadjha campground and the Granites lookout and picnic areas are accessible.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Washpool National Park

Applies from Wed 3 Dec 2025, 9.15am to Mon 1 Jun 2026, 9.16am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Apr 2026, 8.39am.

Safety alerts: Cunglebung Rd Closed due to storm damage

Part of Cunglebung Rod is closed due to storm damage from the 3 December 2025 to 1 June 2026. Do not enter this area for your own safety. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 6739 0700.

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• Nymboida National Park

Applies from Wed 18 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Apr 2026, 9.33am.

Safety alerts: Sherwood Forest Drive is 4wd and dry weather only

Sherwood Forest Drive is a 4WD, dry weather only road. 

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• Sherwood Nature Reserve

Applies from Sat 9 Aug 2025, 12.39pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2026, 10.40am.

Closed areas: Trails within Black Bulga SCA closed due to severe weather event

Trevor Tops Rd in Black Bulga State Conservation Area and Cabbage Tree Rd in Chichester State Forest (Main Creek area) are closed until further notice due to impacts from flooding and severe weather.

Roads leading to the reserve have been damaged and pose a hazard to road users. NPWS will reopen the trails once flood impacts have been remediated.

For more information contact the Gloucester NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.

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• Black Bulga State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Apr 2026, 8.16pm.

Safety alerts: Pebbly Beach and Station Creek campgrounds - Changed access

Forest Corporation NSW will be conducting hauling operations on McPhillips Road, involving the use of logging trucks. An end date for the operation is unknown.

Please take care when driving along McPhillips Road and be cautious of approaching heavy vehicles.

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• Yuraygir National Park

Applies from Fri 11 Jul 2025, 8.49am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.55am. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 6.13pm.

Safety alerts: Station Creek canoe launch and viewing platform

The canoe launch and viewing platform at Station Creek has been removed, and public access remains restricted until a new structure is installed. This closure is necessary to ensure public safety and protect the surrounding environment.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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

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• Yuraygir National Park

Applies from Thu 3 Jul 2025, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2026, 7.50am.

Closed areas: Click Creek Fire Trail closed due to road conditions

Click Creek Fire Trail is temporarily closed as it is not suitable for 2WD or 4WD vehicles. The area will reopen as soon as it is considered safe. To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid these areas and other trails within the reserve that are potentially hazardous.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. 

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 10.02am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.16am.

Closed areas: Sid Burke Rest Area closed for works

Please be advised Sid Burke Rest Area is closed until further notice.

Emergency works are being undertaken to fix vandalised amenities building.

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• Bongil Bongil National Park

Applies from Fri 23 Jan 2026, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 11.51am.

Safety alerts: Safety Alert - Changed Road conditions: Waihou Rd 5T load limit

Waihou Rd has a 5 Tonne load limit due to a damaged bridge and a damaged culvert.  

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• Sherwood Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 1 Aug 2024, 9.53am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 1.41pm.

Other planned events: 1080 baiting operation

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Yuraygir National Park from 1 January to 31 July 2026.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. It's 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.

For more information, contact the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.

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• Yuraygir National Park

Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 2.25pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 9.49am.

Closed parks: Curracabundi National Park closure for ground shooting for feral animal control

Curracabundi National Park is closed for ground pest control operation

 Curracabundi National Park (Rockglen, Lea Hurst. Monkeycot, Karamea precincts) is closed 9am, Monday 2 February 2026 to 1030am, Tuesday 30 June 2026 for a ground pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Barrington Tops Area Office 02 6538 5300.

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• Curracabundi National Park

Applies from Mon 23 Dec 2024, 9.57am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 10.01am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 10.29am.

Closed parks: Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve closed due to unsafe access

Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve is closed until further notice due to unsafe access to area.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6561 6700.

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• Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve

Applies from Tue 4 Nov 2025, 5.25pm to Mon 29 Jun 2026, 5.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 10.41pm.

Closed parks: The Glen Nature Reserve closed due to landslips and flood damage

The Glen Nature Reserve is closed until further notice to allow contractors to undertake landslip remediation. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.

NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.

For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.

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• The Glen Nature Reserve

Applies from Tue 5 Aug 2025, 12.07pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 12.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 12.13pm.

Closed areas: Flat Rock Lookout - Closed for Visitor Safety

Flat Rock Lookout is closed for visitor safety until further notice. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300. 

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• Coorabakh National Park

Applies from Tue 9 Jul 2024, 3.50pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 12.13pm.

Closed areas: Newbys Creek Walk and Caves - Closed for Visitor Safety

Newbys Creek Walk and Caves are closed for visitor safety until further notice. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.

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• Coorabakh National Park

Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 11.22am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Apr 2026, 7.45am.

Closed areas: Areas closed due to severe weather damage.

Some parts of this park are closed from Thursday 29th May 2025 until further notice due to severe weather damage. The closed areas are:

• Mount Royal Road
• Youngville Campground
• Pieries Peak Walking Track
• Carrow Brook Walking Track

Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6574 5555.

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• Mount Royal National Park

Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 11.24am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 9.53am.

Other planned events: No firepits provided at Crowdy Gap campground

Visitors are advised that for safety reasons firepits have been removed from Crowdy Gap campground.

Fires are not permitted on the ground. If you choose to have a fire you must bring your own portable fire pit or brazier. Braziers can be hired from Diamond Head campground if required.

Visitors must also bring in their own firewood and be aware of fire regulations and any park or total fire bans in place. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Crowdy Bay National Park

Applies from Fri 12 Dec 2025, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2026, 7.50am.

Closed areas: Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road Closed Due to Landslip and Rockfall

Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road is closed as it is no longer suitable for 2WD or 4WD vehicles due to risk of landslip and rockfall. This affects access from Watagans National Park to Quorrobolong.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For further information, please contact NPWS Munmorah office on (02) 4972 9000.

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Fri 12 Dec 2025, 12.35pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Apr 2026, 4.31pm.

Safety alerts: Howes Trail road condition – experienced 4WD only

Due to recent weather, Howes trail from Putty Road to Yango Track is rough and severely eroded. Experienced 4WD only. Take care and drive safely.

For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555 or NSW Crown Lands 1300 886 235

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• Yengo National Park

Applies from Tue 9 Dec 2025, 10.23am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 10.00am.

Closed areas: Scrub Bird Walking Track Closed

The Scrub Bird walking track is closed until further notice due to a significant tree fall. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Port Macquarie NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.

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• Werrikimbe National Park

Applies from Sat 6 Jul 2024, 4.02pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 10.01am.

Safety alerts: Slippery and eroded walking tracks - Coastal Walk

Recent rain events have resulted in some sections of the Coastal Walk in Sea Acres National Park becoming eroded and slippery. The affected sections are between Miners Beach and the carpark adjacent to the intersection of Lighthouse Road and Matthew Flinders Drive. Walkers proceeding with the walk should exercise caution and wear appropriate footwear. 

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555. 

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• Sea Acres National Park

Applies from Wed 19 Nov 2025, 9.17am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 10.02am.

Closed areas: Rawson Falls Walking Trail closure

Part of the Rawson Falls Walking Trail remains closed due to extensive damage caused by the May 2025 major flood event. Sections of the trail are affected by dangerous trees, and a significant landslip has occurred on the track leading to the base of the waterfall.

The picnic area as well as the top section of the walking trail to the lookout platform are open.

The section of trail below the lookout will remain closed while planning approvals and procurement are completed to remediate the landslip.

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• Boorganna Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 27 Apr 2026, 11.54am to Sun 14 Jun 2026, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Sat 18 Apr 2026, 10.38am.

Closed areas: Woody Head campground closure

Woody Head campground including all accommodation is closed from Monday 27 April to Sunday 14 June 2026 for maintenance and upgrade works.

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• Bundjalung National Park

Applies from Tue 4 Nov 2025, 1.53pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 8.45am.

Safety alerts: Williams Top Rd - 4WD recommended in wet conditions

Williams Top Rd (in Chichester State Forest) has been reopened, allowing vehicle access to Lagoon Pinch Picnic Area (start of the Corker Trail). However, 4WD is recommended in wet conditions due to slippery surfaces. Drivers should be experienced and well prepared as mobile coverage in the area is limited.

For more information contact NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212.

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• Barrington Tops National Park

Applies from Fri 31 Oct 2025, 9.06am to Sun 31 May 2026, 9.06am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Apr 2026, 7.38am.

Safety alerts: Murray Scrub Road - 2WD access dry weather only

Murray Scrub Road access is limited to dry weather only for 2WD vehicles until future surface works occur.

We apologies for any inconvenience. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000 or npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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• Toonumbar National Park

Applies from Thu 19 Sep 2024, 4.12pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 May 2026, 7.31am.

Other planned events: Notice of noise from RAAF training operations

Bundjalung National Park visitors may experience loud aircraft noise until further notice. RAAF training operations from the nearby Evans Head Air Weapons Range may be heard and seen from the Black Rocks campground and Jerusalem Creek paddle route and walking track.

Please note:

• The RAAF schedule of planned air operations is available on the Defence Aircraft Noise webpage.
• RAAF schedules for the Air Weapons Range in Bundjalung National Park can change at short notice due to weather or other operational considerations.
• Aircraft may not utilise the range every day of scheduled operations.

For more information, call the NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200 or visit the Defence Aircraft Noise webpage.

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• Bundjalung National Park

Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2025, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Sun 29 Mar 2026, 8.47am.

Safety alerts: Road Maintenance

Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.

Take care and drive to conditions.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 49729000

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 18 Sep 2025, 4.12pm to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 2 May 2026, 9.40am.

Other planned events: 1080 baiting operation

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Bundjalung National Park from 24th September 2025 to 24th September 2026. 

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.  Its 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 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 more information, contact the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 66 411 500.

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• Bundjalung National Park

Applies from Thu 4 Sep 2025, 3.10pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 9.34am.

Closed areas: Tomago precinct: intermittent closures for feral animal control (ground shooting)

On selected nights between 4 September 2025 and 30 June 2026, the Tomago precinct of Hunter Wetlands National Park will be closed for ground shooting operations targeting feral deer. When operations are active, affected areas will be signposted “Do not enter.”

Other feral animals, including rabbits and foxes, will be targeted if observed during the operations.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4946 4100 or email npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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• Hunter Wetlands National Park

Applies from Sun 31 Aug 2025, 4.52pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 4.53pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Apr 2026, 9.25am.

Safety alerts: Yuelarbah Walking Track - Surface damage, proceed with caution

Sections of Yuelarbah Walking Track are subject to surface damage due to the recent wet weather. The trail is muddy and slippery. Take care and proceed with caution. 

For more information, contact the Lower Hunter Area Office 02 4946 4100.

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• Glenrock State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 27 Aug 2025, 8.02am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Mar 2026, 7.42am.

Other incidents: Yabbra NP - Road conditions

South Yabbra Road runs South from Clarence Way providing visitors with an 18km rainforest road experience to the heart of Yabbra National Park. South Yabbra Road is generally suitable for AWD or 4WD vehicles in dry weather conditions and is a no through road (visitors need to return along South Yabbra Road). From the end of South Yabbra Road visitors can walk or cycle along the adjacent management trails to explore further. Joes Box Road, Yabbra Plains Road, Pocupar Road, Bald Knob Road and South Haystack Feeder are management trails where public vehicle access is not permitted. These management trails are periodically closed to visitors for road maintenance or pest management operations with closures notified on NPWS website.

Sheas Hut Road provides public vehicle access for a further 10 km however is in poor condition and not promoted.

There are frequent tree falls along these roads and visitors are advised to avoid during wet weather events or strong winds. For further information contact the Kyogle NPWS office on (02) 6632 0000.

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• Yabbra National Park

Applies from Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.25pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 9.20pm.

Closed areas: Ngambaa Feral Predator Free Area - Closed Roads

Construction is complete 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 and available for visitor access. 

The following roads are subject to permanent closure as part of the construction and operation of the feral predator free area: 

• Wittigs Road
• parts of Stockyard Creek Road
• Seams Road
• Jacks Road
• Buds Crossing Road

Construction works were completed in August and the 23k of fencing is complete. 

Construction works have included:

• clearing the fence corridor
• building the fence
• installing bridge and culvert crossings.

Closed areas: Closed for ground pest control operations

Pest animal control shooting operations will also occur in these areas

Shooting operations will occur on select nights throughout this period. The operations will run from sunset to sunrise in areas that are closed for public access.

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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• Ngambaa Nature Reserve

Applies from Fri 19 Jul 2024, 10.21am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.21am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 May 2026, 9.09am.

Closed areas: Gap Creek Forest Walk partially closed due to rockfall risk

Gap Creek Forest Walk is part closed due to the risk of landslip and rockfall.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast office on 02 4972 9000

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.43am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Apr 2026, 4.44pm.

Closed areas: Little Mountain campground and Little Mountain Road closed for repair

Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while repairs and upgrades to the campground are being planned and delivered.

Barricades are in place around the closed areas. Tattersalls campground and Double Wharf picnic area remain open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4984 8200.

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• Karuah National Park

Applies from Fri 25 Jul 2025, 5.26pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Jul 2025, 5.28pm.

Closed areas: Closed areas: Werakata State Conservation Area partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control

Small areas within Werakata State Conservation Area may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 21 July 2025 to Friday 11 September 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.

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

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• Werakata State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 21 Jul 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Apr 2026, 9.26am.

Closed areas: Werakata National Park partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control

Small areas within Werakata National Park may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 21 July 2025 to Friday 11 September 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.

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

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• Werakata National Park

Applies from Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Feb 2026, 7.43am.

Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground - Boobook section permanently closed

The Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground has permanently closed due to flood damage. 

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

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.44pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 8.30am.

Closed areas: Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and summit

Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and the summit are closed until further notice. Parking at Korrumbyn Creek and Breakfast Creek is limited.

Korrumbyn Creek picnic area, Lyrebird walking track, and visitor facilities at Breakfast Creek remain open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For up-to-date visitor information visit the Wollumbin National Park webpage.

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• Wollumbin National Park

Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 2.39pm to Fri 24 Jul 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Mar 2026, 10.15am.

Closed areas: West End Trail - New England NP - Closed.

West End Trail in New England NP permanently closed due to multiple bridges out.

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• New England National Park

Applies from Mon 1 Mar 2021, 11.38am to Fri 30 Oct 2026, 9.17am. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Mar 2026, 9.41am.

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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• Arakoon National Park

Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 8.31am.

Closed areas: No entry to Innes Ruins Historic Site

Innes Ruins is closed to public entry except by guided tour. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.

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• Innes Ruins Historic Site
• Lake Innes Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 7.48am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.13am.

Safety alerts: Yengo National Park road conditions - 4WD recommended

Roads in Yengo National Park are currently not suitable for 2WD vehicles, 4WD is highly recommended. Roads are rough and eroded due to recent May flooding event. Take care and drive safely.

For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.

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• Yengo National Park

Applies from Thu 28 Dec 2023, 7.31am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 May 2026, 8.41am.

Closed areas: Burraga Swamp Walk Closed

Burraga Swamp walking track is currently inaccessible to vehicles due to closure of Mt Allyn Rd. Forestry Corporation of NSW has closed the road due to a failed bridge. The reopening date is not known at this stage. For more information, phone Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300.

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• Barrington Tops National Park

Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Apr 2026, 4.44pm.

Closed areas: Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site closed

The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site is closed to pedestrian access for public safety reasons. Please do not enter the site under any circumstances.

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

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• Tomaree National Park

Applies from Tue 28 Jan 2025, 9.22am to Wed 7 Apr 2027, 9.23am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 10.56am.

Closed areas: Pink Caves - closed to the public

Pink Caves are closed to visitors because they are extremely unsafe to visit.

The caves are filled with water at high tide. Even at low tide they can be dangerous, as the ocean swell sends unpredictable waves sweeping into the caves and across the rock shelf. Sudden rogue waves can cause serious injury and may drag visitors across the rocks or out to sea.

There is no lifeguard service in this area and access for emergency services is limited. There’s no approved walking track to this location. Access to the caves involves walking over a rock shelf which is slippery, uneven and dangerous.

Visitors should take care when traversing all rock shelves and coastal areas located within Munmorah State Conservation Area.

For further information call the NPWS Local Area office on 02 4972 9000.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 7 Nov 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Mar 2026, 8.32am.

Closed areas: Timber Beach and Timber Beach walking track are CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC

Timber Beach walking track is permanently CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. This area has high coastal risks and is extremely hazardous. This closure is in place to keep the public safe. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the local NPWS office on 49729000

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 12 Apr 2017, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Apr 2026, 1.40pm.

Other planned events: Yuraygir coastal walk river crossing contacts

The Yuraygir coastal walk river crossing contact details are:

• Wooli River crossing - call 0439 409 909 
• Sandon River crossing - call 0429 520 255
• Corindi/Red Rock River crossing - no commercial service available

For further information please call the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.

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• Yuraygir National Park

Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 May 2026, 4.00pm.

Closed areas: Muirs Lookout Picnic Area - Closed

Muirs Lookout Picnic Area on Prickly Ridge Road has been closed due to ageing infrastructure, obstructed lookout views to the coast and very low public visitation. Alternative picnic facilities are located nearby in Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park. Further information on other places to visit can be obtained via the NPWS or Forestry Corporation websites. 

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 29 Feb 2024, 11.44am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2026, 9.14am.

Other planned events: Temporary access closures to trails at Middle Camp - Catherine Hill Bay - Munmorah State Conservation Area for external developer construction works.

Middle Camp DA/2238/2017 - has begun works in the Catherine Hill Bay area adjacent to lands managed by Munmorah State Conservation Area. These works due to the location now has temporary closures to access trails for Munmorah SCA. This is necessary for the contractor managing this development in order to maintain a safe construction site and public safety.

NPWS apologises for the inconvenience and are unable to provide alternate access.

This temporary closure affects: 

1. Collier fire trail
2. Powerline fire trail and 
3. Middle Camp fire trail
   

Please be advised that these closures will not stop access to fire vehicles in emergencies and does not cause a safety concern.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 May 2026, 4.00pm.

Safety alerts: Prickly Ridge Road 4WD only

The section of Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.

To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.  

For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 7 Oct 2014, 1.53pm to Thu 7 Oct 2027, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Apr 2026, 9.27am.

Closed areas: Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area closed

Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area are closed for approved underground mining operations. The affected areas (see map) have been closed to protect visitor safety, because they're subject to subsidence and remediation activities from the mining operations.

Great North walk remains open. An update will be provided should this situation change.

If you're visiting the park, please be aware of subsidence and pollution incidents that took place in 2013, which were greater than what was expected from normal mining operations. These included a cliff fall in the north, and a subsidence and grout leak incident in the central part of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area.

If you're planning to visit the park during this time, please stay on formed tracks and trails and observe all barriers, warning signs and safety messages. Areas subject to possible cliff fall or subsidence in both areas of the park are clearly marked.

For more information, call the NPWS Lower Hunter area office on 02 4946 4100. NSW National Parks safety page.

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• Sugarloaf State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 21 Mar 2022, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Apr 2026, 3.10pm.

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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• Bindarri National Park

Applies from Thu 8 Jun 2023, 6.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 10.32am.

Safety alerts: Damaged Bridge on Lone Pine Rd

Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Drews Road in Wallaroo State Forest is closed while damage to a bridge is being repaired. 

The Common picnic area is still accessible by 4WD only, from Limeburners Creek Road via Callaghans Trail and Lone Pine Rd.

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• Wallaroo National Park

Applies from Wed 3 Aug 2022, 10.43am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.33am.

Safety alerts: Rock fishing safety

Rock fishing is a popular activity for many national park visitors and your safety whilst fishing is important. Parts of the NSW Central Coast are a declared high risk area due to large swells and hazardous surf conditions. In these high risk areas under the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016, you are required by law to wear an appropriate life jacket. This includes children and anyone helping you fish. This is regulated by NSW Fisheries and poses an on the spot $100 fine if non-compliant.

Before rock fishing you should always:

• check for park alerts or closures
• check the tides, swell and weather conditions before setting out and never fish in exposed areas during rough or large seas or in electrical storms.
• Wear your life jacket, appropriate light weight clothing and non-slip footwear

Stay safe, always watch the local conditions, never turn your back on the ocean and never fish alone.

If you’re in doubt don’t go out.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.37am.

Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park

Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It's been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access.

Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300.

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• Barrington Tops National Park

Applies from Wed 3 Aug 2022, 12.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.32am.

Safety alerts: Rock fishing safety

Rock fishing is a popular activity for many national park visitors and your safety whilst fishing is important. Parts of the NSW Central Coast are a declared high risk area due to large swells and hazardous surf conditions. In these high risk areas under the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016, you are required by law to wear an appropriate life jacket. This includes children and anyone helping you fish. This is regulated by NSW Fisheries and poses an on the spot $100 fine if non-compliant.

Before rock fishing you should always:

• check for park alerts or closures
• check the tides, swell and weather conditions before setting out and never fish in exposed areas during rough or large seas or in electrical storms.
• Wear your life jacket, appropriate light weight clothing and non-slip footwear

Stay safe, always watch the local conditions, never turn your back on the ocean and never fish alone.

If you’re in doubt don’t go out.

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• Wallarah National Park