Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 2.13pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 2.15pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 2.43pm.

Other planned events: Worimi Beachfront closed due to hazardous conditions from midday Sunday May 18

Worimi beachfront will be closed to vehicles from midday Sunday May 18 until Thursday 22 May due to predicted hazardous sea and beach conditions.

The Recreational Vehicle Area and Ganyamalbaa Campground will remain open.

Conditions will be reviewed over the weekend and next week and the closure may be extended if necessary. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Anna Bay office on (02) 4984 8200.

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• Worimi National Park
• Worimi Regional Park
• Worimi State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 12.22pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 12.23pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 12.24pm.

Closed areas: Quarry Fire Trail closed for maintenance upgrade works

Quarry Fire Trail will be closed from Wednesday 02 April 2025 for maintenance upgrade works.

This closure will be in effect until works are complete. They have been delayed due to the recent wet weather.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 12 May 2025, 12.00pm to Wed 21 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 9.13am.

Closed areas: Bundjalung St (Gummigarrah) closed for maintenance roadworks

Bundjalung St (Gummigarrah) will be closed for maintenance roadworks from Monday 12 May 2025 until Wednesday 21 May 2025.

The closed areas include: 

• Gummigarrah Day Use Area
• Canoe Evans River Paddle Route carpark

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Alstonville NPWS office on 02 6627 0200.

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• Bundjalung National Park

Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 9.01am. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 9.07am.

Safety alerts: Munmorah SCA

Campbell Drive will have a high potential of causeway flooding over the next few weeks with the forecast of high rainfall.

Motorists are advised to drive with caution and not to drive through flood waters.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 8.48am to Thu 22 May 2025, 5.49pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 8.51am.

Closed areas: Frazer Campgroung Closed Due to Flooding

Frazer Campground is closed until Thursday 22nd May due to forecast torrential rain, high winds and potential high risk of road causeway flooding.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 15 May 2025, 5.00pm to Thu 22 May 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 5.32pm.

Closed areas: Gap Beach Road closure - Hat Head National Park

Gap Beach Road remains closed due to wet weather and unsafe driving conditions.

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

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• Hat Head National Park

Applies from Sun 27 Apr 2025, 2.00pm to Mon 16 Jun 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 4.49pm.

Closed areas: Budds Mare and Riverside trail and campground closed for track works

Budds Mare campground and picnic area and Riverside campground and picnic area will be closed from 2PM Sunday 27 April until 2PM Monday 16 June 2025 due to major track works on the Riverside Trail. 

Vehicle access along the Riverside Trail is strictly prohibited during this time. The hike along Riverside Trail between Budds Mare and Riverside campground is also closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the Walcha NPWS office on 02 6777 4700. 

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• Oxley Wild Rivers National Park

Applies from Thu 15 May 2025, 4.29pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 4.39pm.

Closed areas: Gap Creek and Bangalow Campground Closures

Bangalow and Gap Creek campgrounds will be closed between 19th May - 23rd May 2025 to facilitate maintenance work. Signs will be in place around closed areas. You can still access Gap Creek carpark and the Gap Creek Falls walking track during this time.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Central Coast Area Office on 4972 9000. 

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Wed 7 May 2025, 3.38pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 11.14am.

Closed areas: Jacky Barkers Campground In Nowendoc National Park Closed due to Wet Weather and Hazardous Road Conditions

Jacky Barkers Campground in Nowendoc National Park is closed from 11:00am Wednesday 7 May to midnight on Friday 23 May 2025 due to wet weather and hazardous road conditions.

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 National Parks office at Walcha on (02) 6777 4700 for Armidale on (02) 67389100.

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• Nowendoc National Park

Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 1.26pm to Fri 27 Jun 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 11.01am.

Closed parks: Karuah National Park - Entire Park Closure

The park until further notice due to infrastructure repair works and recent storm damage causing the deterioration of conditions on access roads. This closure effects the following parts of Karuah National Park: 

- Tattersalls Campground 

- Double Wharf Picnic Area, 

Karuah will re-open when access roads are safe and repair works are complete. 

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

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• Karuah National Park

Applies from Thu 20 Mar 2025, 11.46am to Fri 30 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 14 May 2025, 3.42pm.

Closed areas: Closed Areas within Border Ranges NP - Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred damage

For safety the below area is closed due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred until 10am Monday 30th May

• Helmholzia Loop

These Closures are weather dependent and may be extended.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information contact NPWS Kyogle office on 02 6632 0000 or email npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
 

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• Border Ranges National Park

Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 10.28am to Fri 20 Jun 2025, 6.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 14 May 2025, 2.32pm.

Closed areas: 2nd Bay Campground closed due to storm damage and repair works.

The following areas are closed from 28/4/2025 to 22/5/2025 due to significant flood damage and repair works:

• 2nd Bay Campground
• 2nd Bay Beach Access Walking Track

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. 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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• Gaagal Wanggaan (South Beach) National Park

Applies from Sun 11 May 2025, 10.32pm to Sun 25 May 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 14 May 2025, 8.44am.

Closed areas: Lake Arragan Road Works

Lake Arragan and Red Cliff campgrounds will be closed from 12 May to 25 May due to road upgrade works.

NPWS is upgrading part of Lake Arragan Road.

Please follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 6641 1500.

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• Yuraygir National Park

Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 12.06pm to Wed 28 May 2025, 12.07pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 12.10pm.

Closed areas: Indian Head Campground Closed due to water inundation.

Indian Head Campground is closed from 13/05/25 to 28/05/2025 due to ongoing rain and water inundation. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Crowdy Bay National Park

Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 11.22am.

Closed areas: Bindarray picnic area closed due to road flooding

Bindarray picnic area is closed due to road flooding. The Urumbilum river is experiencing high flows across the causeway, making crossing unsafe. 

The river level will be monitored and the road reopened when safe.

Please contact Coffs Coast on 66520900 with any queries.

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• Bindarri National Park

Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 8.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 10.50am.

Closed areas: Four Bull Hut Closed for Maintenance

Due to ongoing issues with the solar power we must close Four Bull Hut temporarily from 8am Friday 16 May until 2pm Monday 30 June 2025 so we can fix the system. All other areas in the park remain open during this time.

For more information, please call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.

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• Washpool National Park

Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 10.01am to Fri 27 Jun 2025, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 10.19am.

Closed areas: Yuelarbah Track upgrade works

NPWS is undertaking upgrade works to sections of the Yuelarbah Walking Track from the 13th May 2025. Detours will be in place, please help the contractors by respecting the closure of track sections and adhering to signage. 

For further information call the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service Office (02) 4946 4100.

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• Glenrock State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 9.50am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 11.49am.

Closed areas: Mountain Bike Track Alert - Glenrock SCA

Due to recent rain, NPWS advises riders to not use the mountain bike track network due to wet conditions from 10th May 2025. 

Using wet or muddy tracks causes damage and increases risk to riders.

Please help us protect our tracks by riding Management Trails in wet conditions or after rain events. 

For more information, please contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100.

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• Glenrock State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 10.00am to Fri 23 May 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 2.22pm.

Closed areas: Flood effected campgrounds temporarily closed

The following campgrounds within Myall Lakes National Park are temporarily closed due to flooding:

• Dees Corner campgrounds
• The Wells campground
• White Tree Bay campground
• Brambles Green campground

Heavy rainfall and rising lake levels has impacted campsites and picnic areas throughout the park. For further information, please contact Manning Great Lakes Area on 65910300

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Mon 12 May 2025, 1.17pm to Wed 28 May 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 1.26pm.

Other planned events: Main Arm Road closure Wednesday 28 May 2025

National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS) is undertaking essential road maintenance in Mount Jerusalem National Park. Main Arm Road will be closed to vehicles from 7:00am to 4:00pm on Wednesday 28 May 2025. Works being conducted include the replacement of a damaged culvert. Heavy plant and machinery will be operating on Main Arm Road.

Access to the Manns Road track head, the Gidjuum Gulganyi walk, the Whiskey Creek walk, the Unicorn Falls walk and the Central Trails area will still be possible from Uki only via Manns Road.

Please follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control staff.

For further information please visit the NSW NPWS website or phone the local NPWS office on 02 6639 8000

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• Mount Jerusalem National Park

Applies from Mon 12 May 2025, 12.50pm to Tue 27 May 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 1.17pm.

Other planned events: Manns Road closure Tuesday 27 May 2025

National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS) is undertaking essential road repairs in Mount Jerusalem National Park. Manns Road north of the Manns Road track head will be closed to vehicles from 7:00am to 4:00pm on Tuesday 27 May 2025. Works being conducted include the replacement of a damaged culvert. Heavy plant and machinery will be operating on Manns Road during this time.

Access to the Manns Road track head, the Gidjuum Gulganyi walk, the Whiskey Creek walk, the Unicorn Falls walk and the Central Trails area will still be possible from Main Arm only via Main Arrn Road.

Please follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control staff.

For further information please visit the NSW NPWS website or phone the local NPWS office on 02 6639 8000.

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• Mount Jerusalem National Park

Applies from Mon 12 May 2025, 8.25am. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 8.32am.

Closed parks: Lake Innes SCA closure for bridge replacement

The timber bridge on the Point Road Fire Trail in Lake Innes State Conservation Area is being replaced due to damage sustained during the 2022 flood/storm event. It requires replacement to improve the condition and safety of the creek crossing for ongoing effective fire management and visitor access. 

Please note that the Point Road Fire Trail will be closed to all access during the term of the works, anticipated to commence in mid-May through to the end of June 2025, weather permitting. This trail provides the only access into Lake Innes SCA, therefore the entire reserve will be closed to all public access during the works program.

For further information and updates please contact the local NPWS Office on 6588-5555.

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• Lake Innes State Conservation Area

Applies from Sun 11 May 2025, 4.30pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Sun 11 May 2025, 12.32pm.

Other planned events: Sea Acres Rainforest boardwalk partially closed

Sea Acres Rainforest boardwalk is partially closed for maintenance works. During partial closures, the boardwalk access fee is reduced to half price.

As least half of the boardwalk will remain open, allowing out and back access. 

This work is due for completion May 23rd 2025 and its duration is weather-dependent. The closure dates will be reviewed on Friday 16 May 2025.

The Rainforest Centre and Rainforest Cafe remain open 7 days.

For further information email or call Sea Acres Rainforest Centre on 02 5534 2770.

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• Sea Acres National Park

Applies from Sat 12 Apr 2025, 12.00pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 12.01pm. Last reviewed: Sun 11 May 2025, 11.38am.

Closed areas: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive closed April 28 to May 31

Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive will be closed for works from Monday 28 April to Saturday 31 May 2025 due to road repair works.

The following facilities will be closed for the duration

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

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

Teleco Companies & related persons that require access to Mount Babyl trail and tower area, can access from the north only for the duration of the closure. Permission for access via the Bruxner Highway during works must be sought from the ranger through the NPWS Kyogle Office.

The private Airbnb cabin off Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive will not be accessible via Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive for the duration of the closure, 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 Sat 10 May 2025, 11.05am. Last reviewed: Sat 10 May 2025, 11.11am.

Closed areas: Little Bay picnic area closed due to vandalism

The Little Bay Picnic Area sustained significant vandalism overnight on Friday, 9 May, and has been closed to allow for site clean-up and repairs.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact NSW Police on 131 444 or the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) on 13000 PARKS.

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• Arakoon National Park

Applies from Fri 9 May 2025, 10.00am to Fri 23 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 9 May 2025, 4.46pm.

Closed areas: Bombah Point Ferry closed due to flooding

Bombah Point Ferry in Myall Lakes National Park temporarily closed until further notice due to flooding.

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

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Fri 9 May 2025, 8.16am to Fri 6 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 May 2025, 8.28am.

Closed parks: Everlasting Swamp National Park closed due to wet weather

Everlasting Swamp National Park is closed from 9 May 2025 to 6 June 2025 due to extremely wet conditions. Weir Road which accesses the Park has deteriorated significantly due to the prolonged wet weather, access has been restricted to essential local traffic only.

This closure also prevents access to

• Sportsman Creek Canoe Trail
• Woody Creek Walking Trail

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Everlasting Swamp National Park will re-open as soon as it is safe, for more information call Clarence NPWS office (02) 6641 1500.

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• Everlasting Swamp National Park
• Everlasting Swamp State Conservation Area

Applies from Sun 11 May 2025, 5.51pm to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 5.51pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 6.00pm.

Safety alerts: Major roadworks in Sugarloaf State Conservation Area

Major roadworks are ongoing in Sugarloaf State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent road closures should be expected.

Visitors are asked to avoid the area (if possible). Otherwise, please be aware of trucks and machinery working on roads within Sugarloaf SCA and to drive to the conditions.

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

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• Sugarloaf State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 4.05pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 4.07pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 2.12pm.

Closed areas: Vehicle access to Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse carpark restricted due to landslip on Kinka Road, Seal Rocks

Vehicle access along Kinka Road in Seal Rocks is limited to residents only. For further information about access to Myall Lakes National Park, please contact Manning Great Lakes Area on 6591 0300

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Fri 4 Apr 2025, 2.54pm to Thu 29 May 2025, 2.54pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 12.41pm.

Closed parks: National Parks closed due to ex-tropical cyclone Alfred

For safety, this park or reserve is closed until further notice, due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Areas will be opened once inspections, and any necessary works, are completed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Cobaki Nature Reserve
• Cudgera Creek Nature Reserve

Applies from Wed 7 May 2025, 3.03pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 3.18pm.

Safety alerts: 4WD recommended

Adverse weather conditions have caused erosion to some access trails to Werrikimbe NP. Hastings Forest Way remains the best access to Brushy Mountain and Plateau Beech Campgrounds and 4WD vehicles are recommended. 

Cockerawombeeba Road is not suitable for 2WD vehicles and access via this road should be avoided. 

Visitors should check the depth of waterway crossings before driving vehicles through, particularly at Forbes River crossing on Racecourse Road. 

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

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• Werrikimbe National Park

Applies from Wed 7 May 2025, 1.48pm to Fri 1 Aug 2025, 1.50pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 1.54pm.

Closed areas: Temporary road closures in western Myall Lakes NP due to landslips

The following roads are closed until further notice due to landslips:

- Jarrah Road

- Masons Bend Road

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

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Wed 9 Apr 2025, 9.17am to Fri 30 May 2025, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 1.19pm.

Closed areas: Eastern Access Tweed Range Scenic Drive Closed

The  Tweed Range Scenic Drive will be closed from the Brindle Creek Loop Road to the eastern entrance at  Barkers Vale until 30 May 2025 for road works.

There will be no access to the Pinnacle Lookout, Blackbutts Lookout and Bar Mountain during these roadworks.

Access via the Wiangaree and Lynches Creek entrance will remain open to Sheepstation Creek, Forest Tops and Brindle Creek.

This closure may be extended due to weather events. Please follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, email or call NPWS Kyogle office on 02 6632 0000.  

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• Border Ranges National Park

Applies from Tue 6 May 2025, 3.49pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 May 2025, 3.54pm.

Closed areas: Queens Lake Jetty closed

The jetty at Queens Lake Picnic Area is closed to public access until further notice due to recent storm and high tide activity that has damaged the structure.  The deck boards are slippery due to being submerged under high tides for many weeks and should not be walked on.  Signage and protective fencing has been installed on site to notify all members of public that this asset is closed

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• Queens Lake Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 5 May 2025, 8.00am to Fri 16 May 2025, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 May 2025, 11.06am.

Closed areas: Big Yango precinct closed due to ground shooting for feral animal control

Big Yango visitor precinct is closed 8am, Monday 5 May 2025 to 5pm Friday 16 May 2025 due to ground shooting for feral animal control. Closed areas include:

• Big Yango House
• Blue Gums Campground
• Mountain Arm Campground
• Big Yango Loop trail

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.

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• Yengo National Park

Applies from Tue 6 May 2025, 9.51am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 May 2025, 10.13am.

Closed areas: Dr Seuss Track Maintenance

Dr Seuss (Seuss Land) Track, Glenrock SCA, will be closed from the 6th May for essential maintenance works. The works are expected to take 6 to 8 weeks, weather dependant. 

Closure signage and physical barriers will be in place when the track is closed. For the safety of contractors please follow and respect any signage and safety measures in place

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 5 May 2025, 5.00pm to Sun 1 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 2.08pm.

Safety alerts: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 11 May 2025 to 1 June 2025 in the following reserves:

• Barrington Tops National Park / State Conservation Area
• Barakee National Park
• Berrico Nature Reserve
• Bretti Nature Reserve
• Ben Hall Gap Nature Reserve / National Park
• Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve / State Conservation Area
• Copeland Tops State Conservation Area
• Ceder Brush Nature Reserve
• Curracabundi group of reserves
• Towarri National Park
• The Glen Nature Reserve
• Wallabadah Nature Reserve
• Wingen Maid Nature Reserve
• Woolooma National Park
• Woko 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 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 Scone area office on 02 6540 2300.

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• Barakee National Park
• 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 Mon 5 May 2025, 1.46pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 1.57pm.

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, 8:30-3pm.

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

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• Roto House Historic Site

Applies from Fri 2 May 2025, 8.59am to Fri 1 May 2026, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 1.44pm.

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Friday 2nd May 2025 to Friday 1st May 2026 in the following areas:

• Abercrombie River National Park
• Abercrombie River State Conservation Area
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
• Blue Mountains National Park (southern section)
• Wollemi National Park (Wolga)
• Gardens of Stone National Park
• Jenolan Karst Conservation Area
• Turon National Park
• Marrangaroo 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 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 Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Fri 21 Feb 2025, 3.27pm to Fri 30 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 11.05am.

Closed areas: Notice of Management Program temporary closure – Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be closing the below visitor areas / trails on the Barrington Tops plateau from Thursday 20th February to Friday 30th May 2025 (including weekend days) in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area for management operations:

• Butchers Swamp Trail
• Paddys Ridge Trail
• Barrington Trail (north from Tubrabucca Road)
• Wrights Trail
• Wrights Perimeter Trail
• Tubrabucca Trail

Do Not Enter. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Closure notices will be placed at all visitor areas and relevant access points.

We appreciate your patience while this important work is carried out. If you would like any further information about closures, please contact conservation.barringtontops@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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• Barrington Tops National Park
• Barrington Tops State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 10.48am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 9.15am.

Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed in both directions

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 or call Richmond River NPWS on 02 6672 0200.

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• Nightcap National Park
• Whian Whian State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 3.59pm to Tue 20 May 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 9.19am.

Closed areas: Protestors Falls walking track closed

Protestors Falls walking track will be affected by closures from 29 April to 20 May 2025 for maintenance works to replace the footbridge. There will be no public access from the end of the elevated boardwalk platform. Terania Creek picnic area will remain open.

Closure may be extended due to weather events. Please follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email or call Alstonville NPWS office on 02 6627 0200.

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• Nightcap National Park

Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 8.04am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 8.57am.

Other planned events: Fire trail maintenance roadworks

Road works are currently occurring in Nightcap National Park and Whian Whian State Conservation Area for the maintenance and repair of the fire trail network. 

Heavy machinery will be operating in the area on various roads and trails. Signage will be in place indicating closures.

For your safety, please follow all signs and directions. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email or call Richmond River NPWS on 02 6627 0200.

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• Nightcap National Park
• Whian Whian State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 25 Feb 2025, 11.08am to Sat 31 May 2025, 11.11am. Last reviewed: Sun 4 May 2025, 10.21am.

Closed areas: Craddocks Creek Trail closed for essential trail works and landslip repair

Craddocks Creek Trail in Copeland Tops State Conservation Area will be closed until the 30th of June 2025 to allow contractors to undertake trail works and 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 Tue 1 Oct 2024, 3.54pm to Tue 1 Jul 2025, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Sun 4 May 2025, 10.18am.

Closed parks: The Glen Nature Reserve closed for Fire Access and Fire Trail Upgrades (FAFT)

The Glen Nature Reserve will be closed until 30 June 2025 to allow contractors to undertake trail upgrade works. 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 Fri 21 Feb 2025, 3.18pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.19pm. Last reviewed: Sun 4 May 2025, 10.18am.

Closed parks: Berrico Nature Reserve closed for Fire Access and Fire Trail Upgrades (FAFT)

Berrico Nature Reserve will be closed until 30 June 2025 to allow contractors to undertake trail upgrade works. 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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• Berrico Nature Reserve

Applies from Fri 2 May 2025, 4.31pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.32pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 May 2025, 4.41pm.

Closed areas: Road reseal project - partial road closures

Road reseal project will result in partial road closers and delays through the park.

This will be in effect for the duration of works. Starting 10 May 2025 until 30 June 2025

Your patience during this time will be appreciated.

Further questions can be directed to the local area office on 4972 9000.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 12 May 2025, 7.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 May 2025, 11.59am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from Monday 12th May - Monday 30th June 2025.

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

The program will take place in the north-eastern section of Wollemi National Park 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 local Bulga NPWS area office for more information on 02 6574 5555.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Mon 5 May 2025, 9.00am to Tue 5 Aug 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 May 2025, 11.45am.

Other planned events: 1080 Ground Baiting Operation

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program in Kumbatine National Park from Monday 5th May 2025 to Tuesday 5th August 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs. 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. Neighbours are advised to take relevant precautions to exclude animals from entering the baiting location – 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs, thus pets and working dogs may be affected. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information call the NPWS Port Macquarie  Area office on 02 6588 5555.

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• Kumbatine National Park

Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 4.28pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 4.30pm.

Closed areas: South Yabbra road closed for roadworks

South Yabbra road will be closed for roadworks until 30th June 2025. Works are weather dependent and closure may be extended. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 66 32 0000 or email npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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• Yabbra National Park

Applies from Fri 14 Mar 2025, 12.54pm to Fri 27 Jun 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 4.03pm.

Closed areas: Campground closed due to damage from ex-tropical cyclone Alfred

The following campground and picnic area is closed until Friday 27 June due to damage caused by ex-tropical cyclone Alfred:

• Cod Hole campground and picnic area, Nymboi-Binderay National Park

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

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• Nymboi-Binderay National Park

Applies from Fri 2 May 2025, 7.00am to Sun 30 Nov 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 3.09pm.

Safety alerts: Newnes to Four Ways walking track

Work has commenced on the upgrade of the Newnes to Four Ways walking track.  Please be aware of workers and materials on the walking track and take care around all work sites.  Please follow any directions from staff onsite.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 9.27am. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 9.30am.

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

The Welcome Mangrove Walk of Ash Island, Hunter Wetlands NP is closed due to damage, from Monday 26th August 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 Fri 21 Feb 2025, 10.45am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.46pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 8.30am.

Other planned events: Rope Road and Click Creek Fire Trail Closed For Road Maintenance

Planned Road maintenance is scheduled for Rope Road and Click Creek Fire Trail from Monday 10th February 2025 until Monday 30th June 2025.

During these times the roads will be closed and pedestrian and vehicle access is not permitted.

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 Thu 6 Feb 2025, 12.33pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.33pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 8.29am.

Other planned events: Georges Road, 125R Lookout Road and Watagan Road Repairs and Maintenance Work

Planned road maintenance is scheduled for Georges Road, 125R Lookout Road and Watagan Road.

Temporary closure may occur between Monday 3rd February 2025 and Monday 30th June 2025.

Heavy plant and machinery will be operating from the intersection of Heaton Road and Watagan Road, then west along Georges Road.

Pedestrians and vehicles should take caution when accessing these areas.

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

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Fri 31 Jan 2025, 11.19am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 12.20pm.

Other planned events: Watagan Forest Road / Boarding House Dam Road Repairs and Maintenance

Planned road maintenance is scheduled for Watagan Forest Road / Boarding House Dam Road from Monday 10th February 2025 until Monday 30th June 2025.

Heavy plant and machinery will be operating from the intersection of Heaton Road / Watagan Forest Road south along Watagan Forest Road to the intersection of New Mill Road / Watagan Forest Road.

During these times Watagan Forest Road and the Boarding House Dam visitor precinct may be closed and pedestrian and vehicle access is not permitted.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast Area office on 49 4972 9000.

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 8.00pm to Tue 1 Jul 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 May 2025, 4.53pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 11th May 2025 to 1st June 2025.

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.

Affects 9 parks in this region: Show list

• 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 Mon 1 Mar 2021, 11.38am to Fri 30 Oct 2026, 9.17am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 3.42pm.

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 Thu 1 May 2025, 7.00am to Fri 23 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 9.00am.

Closed areas: Park closed due to roadworks

To allow for flood recovery roadworks to be conducted the primary access road to most visitor facilities in Washpool NP, Coachwood Drive, will be closed from 7am Thursday 1 May until 5pm Friday 23 May 2025. Due to this closure Bellbird and Coombadjha campgrounds, the Coachwood picnic area, and all walks that depart from these locations are also closed.

This road closure will not impact the World Heritage Walk, but for visitors intending to undertake the Walk during this time please contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 to discuss camping options.

This closure does not extend to Four Bull Hut or the horse riding trails in the north-west area of Washpool NP.

Do not enter closed areas and follow any direction from signage, staff and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.

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• Washpool National Park

Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 3.00pm to Thu 18 Sep 2025, 2.32pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 2.34pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from 1 May to 1 September 2025 as part of for ongoing programs. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals’ wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Mt Nullum Nature Reserve.

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

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Please contact the local Tweed Byron NPWS area office for more information on 02 6639 8300

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• Mount Nullum Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 11.56am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.57am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 2.04pm.

Other planned events: Wategos Beach picnic shelter and barbecues closed for upgrade works

The picnic shelter and barbecues at Wategos Beach will be closed from 28 April to 2 June 2025 for upgrade works. The beach and surrounding park areas will remain open to the public.

Please stay away from construction areas and follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 9.00am to Fri 13 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 10 May 2025, 10.56am.

Other planned events: Yuraygir National Park Bitou Control Program - Aerial Spray

The following areas will experience periodic closures between 26 May and 5 June 2025 for aerial spraying operations:

• Yuraygir coastal track
• Station Creek Beach and sections of Freshwater Beach
• Wooli Beach/Minnie Water Back Beach
• Sandon Beach, Grey Cliffs and to the north and south of Lake Arragan

Campgrounds and day use areas will remain open for visitors.

Bitou bush will be sprayed by helicopter with the herbicide eChem (metsulfuron-methyl 600). The areas treated have dense or large bitou bush infestations that are not accessible using other treatment methods. This program is part of a systematic weed control program throughout Yuraygir National Park.

The operations are weather dependent and take only one (1) day to complete in favourable weather conditions. Each site will be closed for a period of up to 4 hours.

Please check current closure alerts prior to travel and follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please email or call the NPWS Grafton office on 02 6641 1500.

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• Yuraygir National Park

Applies from Wed 16 Apr 2025, 11.34am. Last reviewed: Sat 10 May 2025, 9.16am.

Safety alerts: Unpatrolled Beach

NPWS recommends swimming at patrolled beaches between the red and yellow flags at the following locations:

• Birubi Point
• One Mile Beach
• Fingal Beach

Please do not swim or enter the water along the unpatrolled beaches on Tomaree National Park and Worimi Conservation Lands. These beaches include:

• Zenith Beach,
• Wreck Beach,
• Box Beach,
• Samurai Beach and,
• Stockton Beach

Tragically, people have drowned while swimming at several locations at these beaches.

Many of the beaches are remote, unpatrolled and have dangerous rip, currents, unexpected large waves and sudden drop offs. Ocean conditions can change rapidly.

Mobile phone service may also be limited. You may not be able to call for help if you need it.

We want everyone to enjoy their visit and to return home safely.

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• Tomaree National Park
• Worimi Regional Park
• Worimi State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 30 Jul 2024, 9.45am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.47pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 10.30am.

Closed areas: Yellow Cutting Road partial closure

The section of Yellow Cutting Road between Newfoundland Road and Bald Knob Tick Gate Road in Yuraygir National Park is closed until further notice due to a bridge defect.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.

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• Yuraygir National Park
• Yuraygir State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 2.48pm to Mon 26 May 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 10.14am.

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 14 April 2025 to 26 May 2025.

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 Lower Hunter NPWS Area Office for more information on (02) 4946 4100.

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• Hunter Wetlands National Park

Applies from Fri 5 Jul 2024, 9.53am to Thu 31 Jul 2025, 9.54am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Apr 2025, 9.24am.

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 Monday 30 December 2024 to Thursday 31 July 2025.

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 Tue 29 Apr 2025, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Apr 2025, 9.22am.

Safety alerts: Pebbly Beach / Station Creek Campgrounds road conditions access - McPhillips Road

Forest Corp NSW advises logging trucks will be using McPhillips Rd for hauling operations until further notice.

Visitors are advised to proceed along McPhillips Road with care and drive with caution for approaching heavy vehicles.

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• Yuraygir National Park

Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 10.26am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.27am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 11.28am.

Closed areas: Areas closed for construction works.

Some parts of the park are closed from Monday 28 April to Monday 30 June 2025 due to construction works.

The closed areas are:

Picnic areas of Wallabi Point and Saltwater National Park

Showers and amenities

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

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• Saltwater National Park

Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 11.37am to Sun 29 Jun 2025, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.56am.

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 19th May – Sunday 1st June 2025.

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 1 May 2025, 2.31pm to Sun 29 Jun 2025, 2.31pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.47am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

W National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Dharug National Park (NP), Koolewong Flora Reserve (FR), Manobalai Nature Reserve (NR), Parr State Conservation Area (SCA), Wollemi FR, Wollemi SCA, Yengo NP from Monday 19th May – Sunday 1st June 2025.

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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• Wollemi Flora Reserve
• Wollemi State Conservation Area
• Yengo National Park

Applies from Thu 19 Dec 2024, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.37am.

Other planned events: Kings Beach – not clothing optional

Kings Beach in Broken Head Nature Reserve is a culturally significant place for local Aboriginal people and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. For decades, the beach has been a place for social connection, leisure, and at times grief - with the ashes of people lost to AIDS scattered there over the years.

Kings Beach continues to be a place for the LGBTQIA+ community to enjoy, however due to increased visitation and the shared nature of this beloved destination, Kings Beach is not a designated clothing optional area.

All visitors have the right to feel safe and enjoy the beach without harassment and NPWS Officers play an important role in conserving this protected habitat. Please comply with the Broken Head Reserve Plan of Management and respect each other’s right to enjoy the beach in peace and safety.

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• Broken Head Nature Reserve

Applies from Sat 18 Jan 2025, 8.36am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 8.51am.

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 Mon 1 Jul 2024, 9.36am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Apr 2025, 2.03pm.

Closed areas: Rocky Point track steps closed

Rocky Point walking track stairs are closed from Monday 1 July 2024 to Monday 30 June 2025 for upgrade works.

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

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• Yuraygir National Park

Applies from Fri 21 Mar 2025, 2.16pm to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 2.17pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Apr 2025, 10.57am.

Closed areas: Closed roads due to Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred in New England National Park

Closed roads in New England National Park until 31 August due to Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred. Road blocks have been installed on the Horseshoe road to prevent vehicle movements at the Killikrankie Mountain Lookout intersection in the north and at Kilprotay road Intersection to the south. In addition, Kilprotay road has developed a natural road blockage about 3.5 km from the intersection with the Horseshoe road.

Two significant events have been identified, affecting the roading network in New England National Park:

• Horseshoe road – culvert blow out and undermining of road, no through access
• Kilprotay road – major landslip (~3.5km from the top intersection with the Horseshoe road), no through access
• Gaddes Ridge road - major landslip, no through access

These closures will remain in place until geohazard assessments can be undertaken and works completed. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the Coffs Harbour office 02 6652 0900.

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• New England National Park

Applies from Thu 20 Mar 2025, 4.37pm to Fri 30 May 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 7.33am.

Closed areas: Areas closed due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred

For safety, the following areas are closed until 30 May 2025 due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred:

• Historic Nightcap Track

Areas will be opened once inspections, and any required works are completed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please email or call NPWS Alstonville office on 02 6627 0200.

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• Nightcap National Park

Applies from Thu 24 Apr 2025, 7.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 3.22pm.

Safety alerts: Roadworks Glenrock SCA

There will be a series of temporary fire trail and management trail closures to undertake essential Vegetation Maintenance and to repair surface erosion and drainage structures between Thursday 24 April and Monday 30 June 2025 involving the following trails:

• Yuelarbah Management Trail
• Baileys Fire Trail
• Scenic Drive Fire Trail
• Banksia Fire Trail
• Easement Fire Trail
• Gardiners Link Fire Trail

For your own safety and the safety of NPWS staff and Contractors, please respect any signage and safety measures in place.

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 Wed 15 Jan 2025, 8.51am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 May 2025, 8.59am.

Other planned events: Vehicle access to Mount Jerusalem Central Trails, Unicorn Falls and Whiskey Creek walk

NPWS advises visitors to travel via Uki using Rowlands Creek Road and Manns Road to access the following locations:

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

Byron Shire Council are currently undertaking flood restoration works within the Main Arm valley, expected to be completed by early 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 Mon 12 May 2025, 12.01am to Fri 23 May 2025, 11.54am. Last reviewed: Wed 14 May 2025, 8.34am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from Monday 12 May 2025 to Friday 23 May 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals including wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Avondale State Conservation Area (SCA), Back River Nature Reserve (NR), Booralong NR, Bulagaranda (Mt Yarrowyck) Aboriginal Area (AA), Cottan-Bimbang National Park (NP) & SCA, Curracubundi NP, Indwarra NP, Mummel Gulf NP & SCA, Ngulin NR, Nowendoc NP, Oxley Wild Rivers NP & SCA, Single NP, The Basin NR, Tomalla NR, Tuggolo Creek NR, Warrabah NP and Werrikimbe NP.

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 New England NPWS area office for more information on 6738 9100.
 

Affects 5 parks in this region: Show list

• Cottan-Bimbang National Park
• Curracabundi National Park
• Nowendoc National Park
• Oxley Wild Rivers National Park
• Werrikimbe National Park

Applies from Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.25pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 8.21am.

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 Mon 3 Feb 2025, 9.00am to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Apr 2025, 9.21am.

Closed areas: Baranbali & Wabba Road Closure

Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 3 February to Friday 28 November 2025 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 Wed 16 Apr 2025, 2.16pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 2.20pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Apr 2025, 2.57pm.

Closed areas: Birdie Beach Drive partial closure - Southern Access to Munmorah SCA

Birdie Beach Drive will be closed from 7 May to 24 May 2025.

There will be no access to this southern section of the park this will include all vehicles, bicycle and pedestrians, with no access permitted through this area for the duration of works on this southern access site.

Access to all areas of the park will be possible via Blue Wren Drive and Campbell Drive.

National Parks apologise for any inconvenience.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For further information contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 16 Apr 2025, 1.54pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 6.55pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Apr 2025, 2.44pm.

Closed areas: Northern access to Munmorah SCA will be closed

Blue Wren Drive through to Campbell Drive will be closed from 28 April through to 7 May 2025.

There will be no access to this northern section of the park this will include all vehicles, bicycle and pedestrians, with no access permitted through this area for the duration of works on this northern access site.

Access to all areas of the park will be possible via Birdie Beach Drive.

National Parks apologise for any inconvenience.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For further information contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 2 Sep 2024, 9.00am to Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Apr 2025, 9.03am.

Other planned events: Closure of Old Grafton Road

Clarence Valley Council are conducting extensive roadworks closing the Old Grafton Road (Old Glen Innes Road) between Newton Boyd and Buccarumbi. Access to Dalmorton campground is by the Old Grafton Road from the Glen Innes (Western) end only, or from Chaelundi Road from the south. To access Chaelundi Road you will need to either enter via Marengo Road at Hernani, or via Sheepstation Creek Road at Dundurrabin. These roads are only suitable for 4WD vehicles and off-road caravans.

Please be aware this closure may add significantly to travel time to and from the campground. At this stage works are scheduled until the end of June 2025.

Further information relating to this closure can be found on https://www.livetraffic.com/

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• Guy Fawkes River National Park
• Guy Fawkes River State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 15 Apr 2025, 10.06am to Sun 15 Jun 2025, 10.09am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Apr 2025, 10.18am.

Closed areas: Temporary Closure of Boat Ramp and Sea Front at Trial Bay Gaol campground

The road access to the Trial Bay Gaol campground boat ramp and sea front will be closed from Tuesday 15 April until mid-June 2025.

This is as a result of growing safety concerns as a result of unauthorised vehicle movements and unlawful pedestrian access in the construction zone.

There is alternative boat launching access available at Back Creek and Matty’s Flat in South West Rocks, and at Hat Head.

Pedestrian access to the sea front will remain via the walking track from the Trial Bay Gaol carpark.

NPWS apologises for any inconvenience caused, however, visitor, staff and contractor safety remain our highest priority.

For more information about the closures, contact NPWS Hastings Macleay on 02 6561 6750 option 2 or trialbay.gaol@environment.nsw.gov.au.


 

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• Arakoon National Park

Applies from Tue 15 Oct 2024, 1.14pm to Tue 1 Jul 2025, 12.03pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Apr 2025, 12.04pm.

Closed areas: Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area closed for pest control operations 16 October 2024 to 30 June 2025

Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area will be closed for pest control operations from 8am 16 October 2024 to 16 April 2025.

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

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

Applies from Sat 12 Apr 2025, 12.44pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 7.39am.

Closed areas: Culmaran Valley Track partially closed 17 April to 7 June

Culmaran Valley Track will be partially closed from 17 April 2025 due to cyclone damage with a full closure scheduled for May whilst repairs take place. The trail is expected to re-open by 7 June in time for the June long weekend.

The Culmaran Loop Walk will remain open until the full repair works in May and will re-open inline with the main Valley Track.

Cambridge Plateau picnic area will remain open and accessible for visitors during track works.

Alternative walks are available at Border Ranges National Park and Toonumbar National Park.

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 Thu 20 Mar 2025, 4.29pm to Sat 7 Jun 2025, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 7.33am.

Closed parks: National park closed due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred

For safety, Toonumbar National Park is closed until 7th June due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. The park will be opened once inspections, and any necessary works, are completed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Toonumbar National Park

Applies from Wed 2 Apr 2025, 4.09pm to Fri 27 Jun 2025, 4.10pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 8.51am.

Closed areas: North Chowan Road Closure

North Chowan Road within Mount Jerusalem National Park is closed for landslip remediation works, culvert replacement and trail maintenance from Friday  4 April  to Friday 27 June 2025.

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

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• Mount Jerusalem National Park

Applies from Tue 4 Mar 2025, 4.20pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Apr 2025, 10.27am.

Closed parks: National Parks closed due to ex-tropical cyclone Alfred

For safety, some national parks and reserves on the North Coast are closed until end of June 2025 due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Areas will be opened once inspections, and any necessary works, are completed. Public access roads through parks will not be affected by park closures.

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• Kumbatine National Park
• Willi Willi National Park

Applies from Tue 9 Jul 2024, 3.50pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Apr 2025, 8.40am.

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 Wed 16 Oct 2024, 1.34pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 8.15am.

Closed areas: Mary's View Lookout - Closed

Warrick Road will be closed from the 4 November 2024 or a period of time due to planned road works.   Mary's View Lookout will be closed until the work is complete.  If you have any questions please contact the Walcha NPWS Office on 6777 4700. 

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• Carrai National Park
• Carrai State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 6.00am to Sat 31 May 2025, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 2.50pm.

Closed areas: Area closed for ground shooting for feral animal control

Some areas in Wollemi National Park and Comleroy Flora Reserve will be closed between 4:00pm and 6:00am, from Monday 28 April 2025 to Friday 30 May 2025 inclusive, for a feral deer management program.

This program is part of our ongoing efforts to reduce the significant impact of deer on native plants and animals, including threatened species.

• The control method will involve use of firearms by qualified and experienced contractors and staff.
• Closures will not apply on weekends or public holidays during this period.

The closed areas are:

Wollemi National Park:

• Blue Gum Trail
• Zorbas Fire Trail
• McMahons Fire Trail
• Wheeny Creek Campground

Comleroy Flora Reserve

• Comleroy Flora Reserve Trail - West
• Comleroy Flora Reserve Trail - East
• Wheelbarrow Trig Point Trail
• Colo Heights Trail
• Betterridge Trail

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

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Sat 6 Jul 2024, 3.50pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 10.06am.

Safety alerts: Visitor Advisory - Road Access to Crowdy Bay National Park Campgrounds

Visitors are advised that the most suitable access route for low-clearance vehicles or those towing caravans to Diamond Head, Indian Head, and Kylies Beach campgrounds is via Diamond Head Road from the north, through Laurieton. To reach Laurieton, take the Kew exit from the Pacific Highway.

Access to Crowdy Bay National Park campgrounds via the Moorland exit is generally more challenging for vehicles towing caravans, due to narrower roads and a lower quality road surface.

For further information, please contact the local NPWS office at (02) 6588 5555.

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• Crowdy Bay National Park

Applies from Mon 3 Mar 2025, 8.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.32pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 10.04am.

Closed areas: Diamond Head Precinct Walking Trail Closures

Walking trails in the Diamond Head section of Crowdy Bay National Park will be affected by closures from 3rd March 2025 for maintenance and erosion repair. 

The works will involve repairing significant erosion sustained in the 2022 floods, along reinstating drainage, installing stairs, seating and other supportive infrastructure. The walking trails affected are: 

• Diamond Head Loop walk 
• Forest walking track 

Walking trails will be closed during the week, with every effort made to reopen trails for weekends and public holidays. 

The works are expected to take four months to deliver, however this is weather dependant. 

Please contact NPWS Port Macquarie on (02) 6588 5555 for further information. 

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• Crowdy Bay National Park

Applies from Thu 8 May 2025, 8.00am to Sun 18 May 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 8.35am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from Sunday 11th May 2025 to Sunday 18th May 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

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

Landlords, please notify tenants or visitors to your property of the proposed operation.

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 3 Apr 2025, 11.10am. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 10.19am.

Other incidents: Tomaree Head - Wet Weather Safety Alert

Tomaree Head Summit Walk lower section can be very slippery in wet weather. Visitors have fallen over on their way down the mountain. Please take extra care on the lower section especially during or after wet weather.

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• Tomaree National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Apr 2025, 11.47am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 8.19am.

Closed areas: Brimbin Footbridge replacement

Some parts of this park are closed from Monday the 14th of April 2025 while a footbridge is replaced on Dawson River walking track. The works are expected to be complete within two weeks depending on weather The closed areas are:

Dawson River Walk, 

A carpark at the Picnic area to enable a site compound

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

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• Brimbin Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 20 Mar 2025, 5.05pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Apr 2025, 10.00am.

Closed areas: Walking tracks closed due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred

The following walking tracks are closed until 30 June 2025 due to extensive damage caused by ex-tropical cyclone Alfred:

• Parts of Wonga walk - Tristania Falls section (from Hardwood lookout to Tristania Falls)
• Red Cedar Falls walking track
• Slingsby trail and Syndicate Ridge track

Some sections of Wonga Walk remain open including:

• Lyrebird Link to the Glade
• The Glade to Crystal Showers Falls
• Crystal Showers Falls to Hardwood lookout

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Dorrigo Rainforest Centre on 02 6657 5913.

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• Dorrigo National Park

Applies from Tue 4 Mar 2025, 5.47pm to Mon 2 Jun 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 14 May 2025, 7.32am.

Closed parks: Reserves and conservation areas closed due to ex-tropical cyclone Alfred

For safety, some reserves and conservation areas are closed until Monday 2 June due to damage caused by ex-tropical cyclone Alfred. Areas will be opened once inspections, and any necessary works, are completed. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Bungabbee Nature Reserve
• Bungawalbin National Park
• Bungawalbin Nature Reserve
• Bungawalbin State Conservation Area
• Muckleewee Mountain Nature Reserve
• Uralba Nature Reserve
• Yarringully State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 31 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Fri 30 May 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 14 May 2025, 8.51am.

Closed areas: Notice of temporary closure - Little Murray Campground, Barrington Tops NP

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be temporarily closing Little Murray Campground, Little Murray Trail and Narrow Plain Trail on the Barrington Tops plateau from Monday 31 March to Friday 30 May 2025 (including weekend days) for a park management program to address a public safety risk.

Do Not Enter. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Closure notices will be placed at all visitor areas and relevant access points.

We appreciate your patience while this important work is carried out. For further information about these closures, please contact conservation.barringtontops@environment.nsw.gov.au. 

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• Barrington Tops National Park

Applies from Thu 28 Dec 2023, 7.31am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Apr 2025, 10.03am.

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 Thu 27 Mar 2025, 11.35am to Wed 1 Oct 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 10.49am.

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting operation

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Tuesday 1 April 2025 to Wednesday 1 October 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral cats using Felixer unit.

The program will take place in Bundjalung National Park.

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

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Please contact the local NPWS Alstonville office for more information on 02 6627 0200.

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• Bundjalung National Park

Applies from Mon 3 Mar 2025, 5.26pm to Thu 31 Jul 2025, 5.41pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Mar 2025, 4.24pm.

Closed areas: Parts of Never Never Picnic Area Closed

The following sections of Never Never Picnic area are closed from Sunday 9 February 2025 to Monday 28 July 2025:

• Southern end of Never Never picnic area
• Never Never picnic shelter
• Never Never picnic shelter carpark

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre on 02 6657 5913.

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• Dorrigo National Park

Applies from Tue 25 Mar 2025, 5.45pm to Thu 31 Jul 2025, 5.46pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Mar 2025, 4.10pm.

Closed areas: Parts of Wonga Walk closed - Gondwanan circle to Tristania Falls and Tristania Falls area

The following sections of Wonga walk will be closed from 24 February 2025 to the end of July 2025 due to construction works:

• Access to Tristania Falls direct from Gondwanan Circle
• Tristania Falls

You can still access Wonga walk to Crystal Showers and Hardwood Lookout but must return back the same way. 

Penalties apply for non compliance.

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• Dorrigo National Park

Applies from Tue 25 Mar 2025, 4.00pm to Fri 19 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 8.20am.

Safety alerts: Feral Cat 1080 program - Gloucester Tops

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is undertaking a Felixer feral cat pest management program the Gloucester Tops part of the park from Friday 28 March 2025 to Friday 19 September 2025.

This program is designed to minimise the impact of feral cats on wildlife, especially the endangered rufous scrub-bird and broad-toothed rat. There will be signs at all baiting locations.

The operation will involve the use Felixer 1080 cartridges, containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison, dispensed by a Felixer unit, for the control of feral cats.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information, please call the Barrington Tops area office on 02 6538 5300.

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• Barrington Tops National Park

Applies from Fri 19 Jul 2024, 10.21am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.21am. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Mar 2025, 2.02pm.

Closed areas: Gap Creek Forest Walk Part Closed Due to Landslip and 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 Thu 13 Mar 2025, 1.37pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 8.28am.

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

Williams Top Rd in Chichester State Forest has been impacted by recent, heavy rain. 4WD vehicles are recommended during wet conditions. Please contact the Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300 or the Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212 for more information on accessing the Corker Trail or upper Rocky Crossing Walk.

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• Barrington Tops National Park

Applies from Mon 17 Feb 2025, 10.03am. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Mar 2025, 11.40am.

Closed areas: Talisman Gallery closed

The Talisman Gallery at Hartley Historic Site is closed from Monday 17 February 2025 until further notice.

For more information, please contact Hartley Visitor Centre on 02 6355 2117.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Mar 2025, 5.56pm.

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 Sun 16 Mar 2025, 10.09am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.10am. Last reviewed: Sun 11 May 2025, 11.36am.

Safety alerts: Peacock Creek campground access changed

Access to Peacock Creek campground has changed due to deterioration of local roads following the impacts of Cyclone Alfred. See below best options to access the campground whilst repairs and upgrades take place on local roads:

1. Iron Pot Creek Road via Kyogle (north) - All weather best access is from Kyogle via Afterlee Road to the Dam Access Road, then a left turn onto Brays Road, right turn onto Logan's Bridge Road, right turn onto Iron Pot Creek Road. Follow signs to Bonalbo once on Brays Road.
2. 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. *closed until April 17 due to repair works, check relevant alert for more details.
3. Sextonville Road via Summerland Way (east) - suitable for 4WDs only, badly damaged with large pot holes and deep ruts. Repair works soon to commence, check for alerts.
4. Peacock Creek Road via Clarence way (west) - 4WD only, not recommended for towing. Two steep creek crossings not suitable for 2WD/AWD, narrow weed affected road sections, badly damaged with 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 Mon 24 Mar 2025, 8.50am to Sun 22 Jun 2025, 8.51am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 8.44am.

Other planned events: 1080 Aerial and Ground Baiting Operations

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will commence a 1080 ground and aerial baiting program on the 24th March 2025 to the 22nd June 2025 on the following reserves:

• Bald Rock National Park
• Barool National Park
• Basket Swamp National Park
• Bluff River Nature Reserve
• Bolivia Hill Nature Reserve
• Boonoo Boonoo National Park
• Butterleaf National Park
• Capoompeta National Park
• Cataract National Park
• Cataract State Conservation Area
• Cathedral Rock National Park
• Crooked Creek National Park
• Donnybrook Nature Reserve
• Gibraltar Nature Reserve
• Gibraltar Range National Park
• Guy Fawkes River National Park
• Guy Fawkes River Nature Reserve
• Kings Plains National Park
• Kwiambal CCAZ1 (Arthurs Seat)
• Kwiambal National Park
• Mann River Nature Reserve
• Maryland National Park
• Maroomba National Park
• Nymboida National Park
• Severn River Nature Reserve
• Torrington State Conservation Area
• Warra National Park
• Washpool National Park
• Washpool State Conservation Area

The operations will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Signs will be placed at the entry to all the baiting locations. Domestic pets are not permitted in NPWS 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.

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• Gibraltar Range National Park
• Guy Fawkes River National Park
• Nymboida National Park
• Washpool National Park

Applies from Fri 30 Aug 2024, 4.06pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 May 2025, 11.54am.

Closed parks: Walking Track Closed - Wilsons Nature Reserve

The Walking track is currently closed until further notice. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact NPWS Alstonville office on 02 66270 200 or email npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au

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• Wilson Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 8.42am.

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 Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Sat 29 Mar 2025, 10.07am.

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 due to track construction and environmental assessments.

Penalties may apply for non-compliance.

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

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 Sat 15 Feb 2025, 11.20am. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 8.52am.

Closed areas: Border Loop Lookout closed for roadworks

The Border Loop Lookout and walking track will be closed to all visitors to allow for essential roadworks on the Lions Road.

The Lions Road will be closed to all visitors between Standfield's Bridge at Cougal and the Queensland border.

Further information is available on the Live Traffic NSW website.

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• Border Ranges National Park

Applies from Fri 11 Nov 2022, 8.31pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Feb 2025, 7.08pm.

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

Moonee Creek (Sugar Mill Creek) Bridge is closed until further notice, due to damage from coastal erosion.

Please find Crown Lands bridge replacement project info at https://www.crownland.nsw.gov.au/whats-happening/projects/remediation-works-crown-land

The bridge crossing provides access:

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

Reflections Holiday Parks have closed the bridge until further notice, due to an engineering assessment deeming the bridge unsafe for pedestrians.

If you are planning to do the Solitary Islands coastal walk please reroute:

• West along Moonee Beach Road to the south-west corner of the shopping centre
• South along new concrete path on eastern side of Pacific Highway
• South onto southern end of North Solitary Drive
• East onto North Sapphire Road to the beach access at Beachstone Cafe

Green Bluff is alternatively accessible from the south via Rutile trail, off Ivory Circuit in North Sapphire.

Reflections Holiday Parks Moonee manages this bridge and is contactable on 02 6653 6552.

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• Coffs Coast Regional Park
• Moonee Beach Nature Reserve

Applies from Wed 12 Feb 2025, 9.10am to Fri 23 May 2025, 9.11am. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 8.45am.

Closed areas: Geebung Walking Track is CLOSED for maintenance (upgrade) works

Geebung walking track is closed from Tuesday 11 February until Friday 23 May 2025 for maintenance (upgrade) works.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 4972 9000.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Sun 26 Jan 2025, 2.51pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 8.45am.

Other incidents: Teatree picnic area outdoor shower.

The outdoor shower was stolen. We are arranging an alternate solution and will replace it as soon as possible.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.11am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 18 Apr 2025, 7.43am.

Safety alerts: Visitor Safety Alert: Feral Horses

Feral horses move through this campground day and night. Campers at Little Murray and Polblue campgrounds 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.

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• Barrington Tops National Park

Applies from Fri 19 Jan 2024, 9.31am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.33am. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Feb 2025, 9.02am.

Closed areas: Rockglen/Lea Hurst precincts closed for pest control operations

Western section of park closed for ground pest control operation

The western section of Curracabundi National Park (Rockglen and Lea Hurst precincts) is closed 9am, Friday 19 January 2024 to 10am, Monday 30 December 2025 for periodical ground based pest control operations that will be conducted throughout this period. 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 Tue 28 Jan 2025, 9.22am to Wed 7 Apr 2027, 9.23am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 1.55pm.

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 20 Jan 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 9.01am.

Closed areas: Dalmorton Heritage Village closed

The historic heritage village of Dalmorton will be closed to visitors from 8am Monday 20 January 2025. This closure is to allow for works to be undertaken on operational infrastructure within the village. Road access through the village will not be impacted, and the Dalmorton campground to the south of the village remains open.

Please do not enter closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.

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• Guy Fawkes River State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 8.46am.

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 Mon 24 Jul 2023, 2.39pm to Fri 24 Jul 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 8.29am.

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 Jul 2024, 9.06am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 2.13pm.

Closed parks: Yabbra National Park closed

Yabbra National Park is closed until further notice. The closure is due to damage from recent weather events, planned roadworks and ongoing pest control programs. Joes Box Road, Yabbra Plains Road, South Haystack Feeder Road and Pocupar Road are management trails only with only authorised vehicles permitted.

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

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• Yabbra National Park

Applies from Wed 17 Jan 2024, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Mar 2025, 6.05pm.

Closed areas: Areas closed due to flood damage

Slingsbys trail is closed until further notice due to severe flooding causing damage to infrastructure (bridge).

The western part of Syndicate walking track is closed from Tuesday 16 January  2024 until further notice. NPWS staff are working to assess the damage and repair options. The area will reopen when safe.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local area office on 02 6652 0900.

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• Dorrigo National Park

Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 3.16pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Apr 2025, 9.41am.

Closed areas: Roads closed due to flood damage

The following roads in this park are closed due to storm and flood damage:

• California trail - closed until late May 2025

Visitor areas that are currently closed include:

• California Hut - closed until late May 2025

Gates have been locked, and signs are in place on closed roads. Expected reopening times are subject to weather delays.

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

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• Appletree Aboriginal Area
• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Mon 13 Jan 2025, 5.02pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.03pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 10.21am.

Safety alerts: Road Maintenance

Fire trail maintenance works will be undertaken at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area from January until June 2025. 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 Sun 5 Jan 2025, 3.39pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 3.39pm. Last reviewed: Sun 11 May 2025, 11.37am.

Safety alerts: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive - 2WD access dry weather only

Cambridge Plateu Forest Drive 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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• Richmond Range National Park

Applies from Wed 12 Oct 2022, 1.10pm to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Apr 2025, 2.10pm.

Closed areas: Ferny Creek Campground Closed

Ferny Creek campground is closed until further notice due to a collapsed bridge on the access road.

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• Wallingat National Park

Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 8.27am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 14 May 2025, 7.31am.

Safety alerts: North Rocks Road closed

North Rocks Road is closed until Monday 30 June 2025. The road is currently unsafe to traffic. This closure maybe extended, and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200.

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• Nightcap National Park

Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 10.07am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.08am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 7.46am.

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 23 Dec 2024, 9.57am to Tue 23 Dec 2025, 10.01am. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 12.31pm.

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 Mon 23 Dec 2024, 9.17am to Tue 30 Sep 2025, 9.40am. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 12.33pm.

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 Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.44pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Apr 2025, 8.28am.

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

Parts of Wollumbin National Park, including the Korrumbyn Creek picnic area, Lyrebird walking track, and visitor facilities at Breakfast Creek, are open.

Parking at Korrumbyn Creek and Breakfast Creek is limited.

Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and the summit remain closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For further information visit our webpage at www.environment.nsw.gov.au/topics/wollumbin-national-park. For up to date visitor information check www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/wollumbin-national-park

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• Wollumbin National Park

Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 6.30am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 11.50am.

Safety alerts: Periodic closures of Tomago Precinct for deer control shooting operation

Parts of Hunter Wetlands National Park may be closed within a date range of 6:30am Monday 5th August 2024 to 11:00pm Monday 30th June 2025 for deer control shoot operations preventing localised economic impacts and protecting biodiversity assets within the park.

When active the shoot operation area will be delineated by signage advising visitors “do not enter” at any time during the night time operation.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, call 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 Mon 2 Dec 2024, 8.01am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.02am. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Apr 2025, 1.49pm.

Closed areas: Toonumbar Forest Drive & Coxs Road Closure

Toonumbar Forest Drive and Coxs Road are closed until winter 2025. Estimated re-opening date is June following completion of maintenance works. 

Both roads are not safely trafficable in wet conditions and are therefore seasonally closed from late spring until late autumn dependant on rainfall during the wet season. There may also be additional closures during forecast weather events and damage during the winter period.

This closure will affect the following areas:

• Murray Scrub Lookout
• Sherwood Lookout

Iron Pot Creek Campground and Murray Scrub Walking track can be accessed via Murray Scrub Road.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000 or email npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au

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• Toonumbar National Park

Applies from Fri 27 Sep 2024, 9.28am to Sat 31 May 2025, 9.28am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 8.46am.

Closed areas: 4WD Trail Closures

Some 4WD trails remain closed after the annual seasonal closure period (from 1 June to 30 September) due to trail conditions. The following 4WD trails remain closed:

• Tugalow trail
• Thunderbolts trail - between Barrington Tops Forest Road and Pheasants Creek Road
• Barrington Trail (south), after the Junction Pools campground turnoff. 

This closure does not affect public vehicle access to Polblue, Gummi Falls, Devils Hole, Horse Swamp, Little Murray, or Junction Pools campgrounds.

Walkers and mountain bikers are still permitted to utilise these trails while they are 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
• Barrington Tops State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 7 Nov 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Sat 1 Mar 2025, 1.09pm.

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: Thu 24 Apr 2025, 2.16pm.

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 Mon 10 Feb 2025, 4.13pm to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 10.23am.

Closed areas: Trial Bay Gaol campground infrastructure upgrade

Sections of Trial Bay Gaol campground will be closed for upgrades from Monday 10 February 2025 until late August 2025. The Bayview campsites and northern area will be closed.

Open parts of the campground will be impacted by noise and machinery between Monday and Friday, 7am to 5pm. Access to parts of the campground will be impacted. Please refer to onsite maps for access information. Stay safe and follow directions on signage as well as instructions from staff.

Find out more about the improvements planned for Trial Bay Gaol campground. For more information about the closure, contact the NPWS campground office at 02 6566 6168.

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• Arakoon National Park

Applies from Sat 6 Jul 2024, 4.02pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Jan 2025, 8.46am.

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 Thu 19 Sep 2024, 4.12pm to Tue 30 Sep 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 10.49am.

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 Tue 14 Dec 2021, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 9.18am.

Closed areas: Box Beach carpark night closure

Box Beach carpark is closed to vehicles from 10pm to 5am daily. The gate will be locked during these times.

The Box Beach access road is also closed to vehicles during this period.

A fee will be charged for vehicles exiting after 10pm. Please call Certis Security on 1300 370 145 for assistance. For more information, please contact the local Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200.

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• Tomaree National Park

Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 11.15am.

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 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 10.55am.

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

Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while Little Mountain Road is being repaired. The road is impassable.

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.

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• Karuah National Park

Applies from Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Mar 2025, 1.33pm.

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 29 Dec 2023, 2.47pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.36am. Last reviewed: Wed 31 Jul 2024, 9.28am.

Safety alerts: Dangerous water conditions

Please do not swim or enter the water at Stockton Beach in the Worimi Conservation Lands. Tragically, people have drowned while swimming here.

The beach is remote, unpatrolled and has dangerous rip currents, unexpected large waves and sudden drop offs. Ocean conditions can change rapidly.

Mobile phone service is also limited here - you may not be able to call for help if you need it.

SWIM BETWEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS AT BIRUBI POINT SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB AT ANNA BAY.

We want everyone to enjoy their visit - and to return home safely.

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• Worimi National Park
• Worimi Regional Park
• Worimi State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 29 Feb 2024, 11.44am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 11.48am.

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: Tue 13 May 2025, 11.15am.

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: Thu 17 Apr 2025, 10.21am.

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 Fri 17 Dec 2021, 7.22pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Mar 2025, 8.30am.

Safety alerts: Wallingat campground access

Wallingat campground access is off The Lakes Way via Sugar Creek Road and River Road. Do not use Barbies Road or Link Road which are inaccessible to vehicles.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Wallingat National Park

Applies from Tue 27 Dec 2022, 12.56pm to Mon 1 Dec 2025, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Feb 2025, 9.10am.

Closed areas: Mungo track detour due to flood damage

The boardwalk between Tamboi trail and Brambles Green campground is permanently closed due to flood damage.

Walkers on the Mungo Track can take the detour at Mungo Brush. Please follow the walking track to the beach and then walk south for 4km. Take the slashed management trail which connects the beach to Mungo Brush Road to re-join the Mungo Track.

For further information, please call Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Wed 28 Sep 2022, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Feb 2025, 3.26pm.

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 Tue 25 Jul 2023, 7.14am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 9.49am.

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 Mon 21 Mar 2022, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 9.50am.

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 31 May 2023, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 1.19pm.

Safety alerts: Use caution for beach front driving

Beach driving conditions remain variable due to changing swell, tides and weather conditions. Drivers are advised to exercise caution when driving and to check conditions before travel.

Please remember to:  

• Look out for soft sand, erosion, wash outs and drop-offs.
• Avoid driving through sea water, foam or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly. Several vehicles on this beach have ended up in the ocean or swamped by water.
• Check conditions before arriving, and if in doubt save your visit for another day.

Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over the frontal dune or any vegetation.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 from 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.

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• Worimi National Park
• Worimi Regional Park
• Worimi State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 3 Aug 2022, 10.43am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 9.27am.

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 Tue 13 Oct 2020, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 8.46am.

Other planned events: Camping at Bretti Reserve

Bretti Reserve is a MidCoast Council managed campground. It is not attached to the National Parks and Wildlife Service Bretti Nature Reserve.

For information about camping at Bretti Reserve please call the MidCoast Visitor Information Centre in Gloucester on 1800 802 692 or follow the link below.

https://barringtoncoast.com.au/directory/bretti-reserve 

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• Bretti Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 8.46am.

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 14 Apr 2025, 2.42pm.

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