Applies from Wed 11 Jun 2025, 12.41pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jun 2025, 12.43pm.

Closed areas: Fern Bay 4WD Access Track Closed

The Worimi Conservation Lands is currently open via the Lavis Land 4WD access track at Williamtown and the Gan Gan 4WD access track at Anna Bay for beach driving.

Drivers are advised to exercise caution as the beach front and entrances are still recovering from the recent weather events.

The following will remain closed until further notice

• Fern Bay 4WD access track
• Ganyamalbaa Campground

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Parks will re-open as soon as staff have had the opportunity to assess conditions. For more information, please contact the local NPWS office.

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

Applies from Wed 11 Jun 2025, 11.02am to Fri 20 Jun 2025, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jun 2025, 11.05am.

Closed areas: Woolgoolga Creek Picnic Area closed for flood repairs 16-19 June

Woolgoolga Creek Picnic Area and access to Falls track will be closed 16-19 June for flood repair works.

Fo information please contact NPWS Coffs Coast on 66520900

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• Sherwood Nature Reserve

Applies from Sun 1 Jun 2025, 11.10am to Thu 26 Jun 2025, 11.13am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jun 2025, 11.01am.

Closed areas: Sections of Yuraygir Coastal walk closed for aerial spraying

Some sections of Yuraygir Coastal Walk will be closed to the public from 11 June to 26 June 2025 for aerial spraying.

Campgrounds along this walk will remain open. Please check alerts closer to the date for details on closed areas.

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

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• Yuraygir National Park

Applies from Tue 10 Jun 2025, 3.09pm to Tue 1 Jul 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 3.14pm.

Closed areas: Closed campground due to effects of severe weather

Following the effects of severe weather across the Mid North Coast the Indian Head campground will remain closed until Tuesday 1 July.

For more information contact the local park office on 02 6588 5555.

Penalties apply for non-compliance

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• Crowdy Bay National Park

Applies from Sun 16 Mar 2025, 10.09am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.10am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 3.13pm.

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. 
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 Tue 10 Jun 2025, 2.26pm to Mon 11 Aug 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 2.33pm.

Closed areas: Closed campground due to effects of severe weather

Following the effects of severe weather across the Mid North Coast the Racecourse campground will remain closed until Monday 11 August.

For more information contact the local park office.

Penalties apply for non-compliance

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• Goolawah National Park

Applies from Tue 10 Jun 2025, 2.19pm to Fri 27 Jun 2025, 2.19pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 2.22pm.

Closed areas: Station Creek Beach Closed to Vehicle Access

Station Creek Beach closed to vehicle access due to access erosion.

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• Yuraygir National Park

Applies from Tue 10 Jun 2025, 1.08pm to Fri 20 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 1.18pm.

Safety alerts: Road Maintenance in Sugarloaf State Conservation Area

Road Maintenance activities will be occurring between Wednesday11 June 2025 and Friday 20 June 2025 in Sugarloaf SCA on Aubs Ridge Rd and Wakefield Forest Rd.

Partial and intermittent road closures should be expected.

Visitors are asked to avoid the area (if possible). Otherwise, please be aware of trucks on the road within Sugarloaf SCA and 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 Sun 27 Apr 2025, 2.00pm to Mon 18 Aug 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 11.42am.

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 18 August 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 Tue 20 May 2025, 2.19pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 10.07am.

Closed parks: National parks closed due to impacts of severe weather

Many national parks and reserves in the Hastings Macleay and surrounding areas are closed due to widespread flooding and weather impacts. 

For up-to-date roads information check Live Traffic NSW

For more information contact the local park office.

Parks will re-open as soon as staff have had the opportunity to assess conditions.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Affects 12 parks in this region: Show list

• Bago Bluff National Park
• Boorganna Nature Reserve
• Carrai National Park
• Carrai State Conservation Area
• Cottan-Bimbang National Park
• Kumbatine National Park
• Kumbatine State Conservation Area
• Lake Innes State Conservation Area
• Maria National Park
• The Cells State Conservation Area
• Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve
• Willi Willi National Park

Applies from Tue 10 Jun 2025, 8.44am to Tue 8 Jul 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 8.51am.

Closed parks: Jacky Barket Campground in Nowendoc National Park is 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 Tuesday 8 July 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 Tue 10 Jun 2025, 8.36am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 8.43am.

Closed areas: youdale Hut Campground and picnic Area closed due to widespread rain

The following areas are closed from 6 June to Midnight Monday 30 June 2025 due to widespread rain and high risk of flooding:

• Youdales Hut picnic area
• Youdales Hut campground

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

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Walcha office on 02 6777 4700 or NPWS Armidale office on 02 6738 9100.

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• Oxley Wild Rivers National Park

Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 12.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 7.41am.

Closed parks: National Parks Closed due to impacts of Severe Weather

Many national parks and reserves in the Manning Great Lakes and surrounding areas are closed until further notice due to widespread flooding and weather impacts. Many creek crossings, roads and trails are impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions. Emergency services are requesting that people avoid unnecessary travel.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.

Parks will re-open as soon as staff have had the opportunity to assess conditions.

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.

Affects 23 parks in this region: Show list

• Barakee National Park
• Barrakee State Conservation Area
• Biriwal Bulga National Park
• Brimbin Nature Reserve
• Bugan Nature Reserve
• Coocumbac Island Nature Reserve
• Coorabakh National Park
• Coxcomb Nature Reserve
• Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park
• Goonook Nature Reserve
• Khappinghat National Park
• Khappinghat Nature Reserve
• Killabakh Nature Reserve
• Lansdowne Nature Reserve
• Regatta Island Nature Reserve
• Talawahl Nature Reserve
• Talawahl State Conservation Area
• Tapin Tops National Park
• Towibakh Nature Reserve
• Wallamba Nature Reserve
• Wallis Island Nature Reserve
• Weelah Nature Reserve
• Wingham Brush Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 9 Jun 2025, 10.08am to Mon 7 Jul 2025, 10.12am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Jun 2025, 10.22am.

Closed parks: Tilligerry State Conservation Area pest control operation 23 June to 7 July 2025

Tilligerry State Conservation Area has a pest animal control operation from 23 June to 7 July 2025.

Tilligerry State Conservation Area is permanently closed to the public to protect the Tomago drinking water catchment.

Please observe all signage and instructions from staff during this time. Please ensure all pets are not entering the park and are contained to private properties.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Hunter Coast office on 02 4984 08200.

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• Tilligerry State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 1.26pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Jun 2025, 9.20am.

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, 

Emergency services are requesting that people avoid unnecessary travel.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.

Karuah will re-open as soon as staff have had the opportunity to assess conditions.

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 further information, please contact the local office.

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• Karuah National Park

Applies from Sat 12 Apr 2025, 12.44pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Sun 8 Jun 2025, 4.03pm.

Closed areas: Culmaran Valley Track and Loop track closed 2 to 14 June

Culmaran Valley Track and Loop Track will be closed from 2 to 14 June 2025 due to cyclone damage and related repairs. 

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 Wed 30 Apr 2025, 8.00pm to Tue 1 Jul 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 5.33pm.

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 Fri 30 May 2025, 9.29am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 4.18pm.

Closed areas: Eastern access Tweed Range Scenic Drive

The Tweed Range Scenic Drive will be closed between the eastern entrance at Barkers Vale to Bar Mountain until 13th June 2025 for road works.

Access to the Tweed Range Scenic Drive via the Wiangaree and Lynches Creek entrance will remain open between Sheepstation Creek and Bar Mountain including Brindle Creek and the Pinnacle Lookout.

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 Fri 6 Jun 2025, 3.41pm to Mon 16 Jun 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 3.46pm.

Safety alerts: Rummery Park Pedestrian

Rummery Park pedestrian bridge is currently closed due to construction. The bridge will be closed from Friday 6 June to Monday 16 June 2025.

For more information, contact the local NPWS Alstonville office 02 6627 0200 or email npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
 

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• Whian Whian State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 2.15pm to Fri 13 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 3.43pm.

Closed areas: Threlfall picnic area is closed for upgrade works

There is no vehicle or pedestrian access to Threlfall picnic area due to works to upgrade the visitor facilities from Thursday 22 May until Friday 13 June 2025 at 4:00pm. Visitors can still use picnic facilities at the Blue Hole picnic area.

For more information, contact the Armidale NPWS office on (02) 6738 9100.

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• Oxley Wild Rivers National Park

Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 6.00pm to Fri 20 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 2.56pm.

Other planned events: Road and vegetation maintenance works on T-Ridge Road in Nymboida National Park.

There will be road and vegetation maintenance works occurring in Nymboida National Park from Sunday 2 June through to Tuesday 17 June 2025 along T-Ridge Road down to Nymboida River campground. Access to campground will be open with some short delays.

Please obey road signs and directions of staff and contractors. 

For further information, contact Grafton NPWS office on 02 6641 1500.

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• Nymboida National Park

Applies from Wed 31 May 2023, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 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:  

• Beach front inaccessible 1 hour either side of high tide 
• 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 Mon 1 Jul 2024, 3.16pm to Thu 31 Jul 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 12.15pm.

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 July 2025

Visitor areas that are currently closed include:

• California Hut - closed until late July 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 Thu 5 Jun 2025, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 10.54am.

Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Wallingat National Park

The following areas in Wallingat National Park are closed until further notice due to storm and flood damage:

• Cabbage Palm loop Track
• Coachwood loop Track

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

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• Wallingat National Park

Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 10.34am.

Closed areas: Mungo and Bennets Beach in Myall Lakes National Park closed to 4WD vehicles due to severe weather impact

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

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 10.33am.

Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Myall Lakes National Park

The following areas in Myall Lakes National Park are closed due to widespread flooding;

• Campgrounds and picnic areas
• Mungo Brush, Violet Hill and Neranie boat ramps
• Mungo Brush Road
• Bombah Point Road (near Myall Shores)

Many creek crossings, roads and trails are impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions. Emergency services are requesting that people avoid unnecessary travel.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.

For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

For more information, please contact Manning Great Lakes Area office on 02 6591 0300 (BH)

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Myall Lakes National Park

Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 10.12am.

Closed areas: Bombah Point Ferry closed due to flooding

Bombah Point Ferry in Myall Lakes National Park is 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 30 May 2025, 7.00am to Fri 18 Jul 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 3.59pm.

Closed areas: Road Closure - North Gap Road, Arakoon

Gap Road (north) is closed until Friday 18 July 2025 due to hazardous road conditions. Gap Road (south) remains open to vehicle traffic. 

This road closure will impact access to:

• North Gap Beach access
• Gap Beach walking track
• Gap Beach picnic area

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

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• Hat Head National Park

Applies from Tue 27 May 2025, 2.36pm to Fri 13 Jun 2025, 1.47pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 1.47pm.

Closed parks: Black Bulga State Conservation Area is closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to flooding and severe weather conditions

Black Bulga State Conservation Area is closed until further notice due to flooding and severe weather. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Roads leading to the reserve have been severely damaged and pose a hazard to road users. Roads and trails within the reserve need to be inspected for damage and fallen trees. NPWS will reopen the reserve once the trails are inspected and any issues remediated.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information or contact the local park office on 02 6538 5300 (Gloucester).

For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

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• Black Bulga State Conservation Area

Applies from Sat 24 May 2025, 9.02am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 1.46pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 1.46pm.

Closed parks: Woko National Park visitor areas and walking tracks temporarily closed due to flooding / severe weather

The following areas are closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to flooding and severe weather:

• Woko camping area
• Brush Turkey track
• Cliff Face track

Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed.

This closure will be reassessed daily, and the reserve will reopen when conditions are safe.

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

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

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• Woko National Park

Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 9.54am to Fri 13 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 1.45pm.

Closed parks: Barrington Tops National Park temporarily closed due to flooding / severe weather

Barrington Tops National Park is closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from flooding and severe weather. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

This closure will be reassessed daily and the park will reopen when conditions are safe.

There is currently no vehicle access to Barrington Tops Forest Rd from the east (Gloucester side) due landslips and a council bridge outage. Vehicle access to the southern section of Barrington Tops NP is also blocked by landslips.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information or contact the local park office on 02 6540 2300 (Scone) or 02 6538 5300 (Gloucester).

For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Affects 3 parks in this region: Show list

• Barrington Tops Flora Reserve
• Barrington Tops National Park
• Barrington Tops State Conservation Area

Applies from Sun 11 May 2025, 10.32pm to Fri 13 Jun 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 1.31pm.

Closed areas: Lake Arragan Road Works

Lake Arragan and Red Cliff campgrounds will be closed from 12 May to Friday 13 June 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 20 May 2025, 10.30am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 2.09pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 1.22pm.

Closed parks: Copeland Tops State Conservation Area temporarily closed due to flood impacts

Copeland Tops State Conservation Area is closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to flood impacts. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

This closure will be reassessed daily and the reserve will reopen when conditions are safe.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information or contact the local park office on 02 6538 5300.

For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

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• Copeland Tops State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 21 Feb 2025, 3.18pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.19pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 1.20pm.

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 Tue 1 Oct 2024, 3.54pm to Tue 1 Jul 2025, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 1.19pm.

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 Thu 5 Jun 2025, 1.15pm to Sun 15 Jun 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 1.12pm.

Closed areas: Planned road maintenance grading in Bundjalung National Park.

Some parts of Bundjalung National Park will be closed on any 1 day during Wednesday 11 June 2025 to Saturday 14 June 2025 whilst road maintenance grading occurs. The closed areas are:

• Back Beach Road and picnic area 
• Frazer's Reef Road and picnic area 
• Iluka Bluff Road, picnic area, walking track and lookout 
• Ferry Crossing picnic area.

Please comply with road signs and directions by NPWs staff or contractors . 

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

Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list

• Bundjalung National Park
• Iluka Nature Reserve

Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 10.26am.

Closed areas: Bindarray picnic area closed due to road damage

Bindarray picnic area is closed due to road damage at the crossing from the May flood events. The Urumbilum river has damaged the causeway crossing and high flows are preventing essential safety repairs 

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

Please contact Coffs Coast on 66520900 with any queries.

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• Bindarri National Park

Applies from Mon 2 Jun 2025, 3.00pm to Sat 14 Jun 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Jun 2025, 4.05pm.

Closed areas: Closed area: Iluka Bluff - Roadworks occurring on Bluff Rd 10th to 13th June

Iluka Bluff will be closed for road works from Wednesday 10th June 8am - Friday 13th June 5pm. 

This closure will affect the following areas: 

- Iluka Bluff Picnic area

- Iluka Bluff Lookout

- Iluka Rainforest Walking Track

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Clarence NPWS office on 6641 1500.

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• Bundjalung National Park

Applies from Thu 20 Mar 2025, 4.37pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Jun 2025, 3.38pm.

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

For safety, the following areas are closed until 30 June 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 Mon 26 May 2025, 5.00am to Fri 20 Jun 2025, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Jun 2025, 10.57am.

Other incidents: Cadell Road Closed

Cadell Road will be closed from 26/5 to 20/6 between Monday and Friday for repair roadworks.

Cutters campground will remain open, access from north.

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• Mebbin National Park

Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 8.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Jun 2025, 9.44am.

Closed areas: Multiple Walks Closed from Mulligans Campground

The following walks will be temporarily closed from 8.00am 20th May to 10.00am 30th June 2025 for maintenance.

• Dandahra Falls Walking Track
• Junction Spur Walking Track
• Murrumbooee Cascades Walking Track.

All other walks leaving from the Mulligans Campground remain open. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call 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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• Gibraltar Range National Park

Applies from Wed 4 Jun 2025, 8.33am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Jun 2025, 8.45am.

Closed areas: Safety Alert - Myrtle Scrub Scenic Drive closed

Myrtle Scrub Scenic Drive is closed to all traffic

The Myrtle Scrub Scenic Drive in Cottan-Bimbang National Park is closed from Wednesday 4 June to Tuesday 10 June 2025 due to hazardous road conditions following the recent wet weather.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Walch NPWS office on Tel. 6777 4700.

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• Cottan-Bimbang National Park

Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 8.35am. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jun 2025, 2.28pm.

Closed parks: National parks closed due to impacts of severe weather

Following severe weather in the Coffs Coast area some national parks will remain closed for safety. Parks will re-open as soon as staff have had the opportunity to assess and make areas safe.

For up-to-date roads information check Live Traffic NSW

For more information contact the local park office.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Bowraville Nature Reserve
• Dunggir National Park
• Ganay Nature Reserve
• Gumbaynggirr National Park
• Gumbaynggirr State Conservation Area
• Juugawaarri Nature Reserve
• Kilprotay Flora Reserve

Applies from Tue 3 Jun 2025, 11.41am to Fri 27 Jun 2025, 11.42am. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jun 2025, 11.43am.

Other planned events: UAV Drone Weed Control Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial spraying program from Monday 16 June 2025 to Friday 27 June 2025. The operation will use Glyphosate 360 g/L for the control of Bitou bush.
The program is designed to control Bitou bush infestations in remote and inaccessible locations.
The program will take place at Pelican Beach in Wyrrabalong (North) National Park and Moonee Beach in Munmorah State Conservation Area.
NPWS staff will be present and patrolling closed areas during the operation. The following closures will apply when operations are underway:
Wyrrabalong National Park:
Sections of Pelican Beach between, Tuggerah Beach Fire Trail to Pelican Beach Carpark.
Munmorah State Conservation Area:
Moonee Beach Fire Trail - beach access points will be closed with access permitted via the walking track steps and the beach to the north of these access locations.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the spray locations and there will be no public access during the spray operation. The spray operation is expected to take 2 to 3 days. The exact dates and times of closures will be subject to favourable weather conditions.
Please contact the local Munmorah NPWS area office for more information on 4972 9000.
 

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 3 Mar 2025, 5.26pm to Thu 31 Jul 2025, 5.41pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jun 2025, 9.32am.

Closed areas: Southern part of Never Never Picnic Area closed for scheduled upgrade works

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

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

Other areas remain open including the northern parking area, northern picnic area and the toilets.

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 Sat 6 Jul 2024, 3.50pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 3.46pm.

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

Due to ongoing wet weather, road access to Crowdy Bay National Park has significantly deteriorated. Although a grader is on standby, the persistent rain over recent months has prevented essential maintenance works from being carried out.

Recommended Access Route:
For visitors with 2WD, low-clearance vehicles or those towing caravans, the most suitable access 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 from Moorland and Harrington along Diamond Head and Crowdy Bay Roads is CLOSED due to significant water over road, slippery and dangerous road surface.

Indian Head and Crowdy Gap Camping Areas are CLOSED.

For the latest updates, please contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555

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• Crowdy Bay National Park

Applies from Mon 2 Jun 2025, 1.00pm to Mon 16 Jun 2025, 1.07pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 1.30pm.

Closed areas: Picnic area closed due to weather impacts

The Bindarray picnic area is closed due to weather impacts.

For up-to-date roads information check Live Traffic NSW

This visitor facility will re-open as soon as staff have had the opportunity to assess conditions and make safe.

For more information contact the local park office.

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• Bindarri National Park

Applies from Mon 19 May 2025, 10.19am to Thu 12 Jun 2025, 10.19am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Jun 2025, 9.25am.

Closed areas: Samurai Beach Access and Campground temporarily closed due to flooding

Samurai Beach and campground is closed to vehicles from Monday 19 May 2025 until further notice due to flooding on the access road.

Conditions will be reviewed daily and the area will reopen when safe and flood waters recede.

Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage.

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

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• Tomaree National Park

Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 7.00am to Mon 29 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 11.09am.

Closed areas: Seasonal Closure of Barrington Tops NP 4WD trails

The following 4WD trails are closed to all public vehicles from Sunday 1 June 2025 to the afternoon of Tuesday 30 September 2025 for the winter seasonal closure:

• Barrington trail - south
• Barrington trail - central
• Paddys Ridge trail
• Butchers Swamp trail
• Bullock Brush trail
• Thunderbolts trail (between Barrington Tops Forest Road and Pheasants Creek Road)
• Tugalow trail

Vehicle access to Junction Pools, Little Murray and Gummi Falls campgrounds and associated walking tracks and facilities is closed during this time. Visitors can still access all these campgrounds, walking tracks and facilities on foot or by bicycle.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact either the NPWS Gloucester area office on 02 6538 5300, the NPWS Scone area office on 02 6540 2300 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Barrington Tops National Park
• Barrington Tops State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 2 Jun 2025, 10.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 10.53am.

Safety alerts: Frazers Beach Entrance - Washed out

Following recent severe weather across the area, Frazers Reef Beach access is currently closed. The walking track towards the beach has been heavily eroded. Staff are working to make the access safe. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 6641 1500

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• Bundjalung National Park

Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 11.56am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.57am. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 7.57am.

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 Fri 9 May 2025, 8.16am to Fri 20 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 30 May 2025, 3.28pm.

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

Everlasting Swamp National Park is closed from 9 May 2025 to 20 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 Fri 30 May 2025, 1.54pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 1.55pm. Last reviewed: Sun 8 Jun 2025, 4.02pm.

Closed areas: Iron Pot Creek campground closed 16 to 20 June

Iron Pot Creek campground will be closed for road works from 16 to 20 June 2025.

Murray Scrub Walking Track will remain open and accessible 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 Mon 2 Dec 2024, 8.01am to Tue 30 Sep 2025, 8.02am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 May 2025, 1.42pm.

Closed areas: Toonumbar Forest Drive & Coxs Road Extended Closure

Toonumbar Forest Drive and Coxs Road are closed until late 2025 following damage and required repairs from Cyclone Alfred.

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 Mon 10 Feb 2025, 4.13pm to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Fri 30 May 2025, 1.25pm.

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 October 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. Saturdays 8am to 1pm.  

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 Tue 15 Apr 2025, 10.06am to Sun 15 Jun 2025, 10.09am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 May 2025, 1.07pm.

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

Due to the recent sever weather events, essential construction works have been delayed.

The road access to the Trial Bay Gaol campground boat ramp and sea front will be closed until the end of July 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 Fri 23 May 2025, 10.15am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 May 2025, 4.03pm.

Closed areas: Glow Worm Tunnel Walking Track closed due to heavy rainfall

The section of Glow Worm Tunnel walking track from the Glow Worm Tunnel exit to the 'four ways' intersection, Wolgan Valley will remain closed until further notice.

Recent heavy rainfall has caused landslips along this section of Glow Worm Tunnel walking track.

The Glow Worm Tunnel can still be accessed via the Glow Worm Tunnel carpark. Newnes Industrial Ruins and the Newnes Campgrounds can only be accessed via the Pipeline Track from Glen Davis or by Old Coach Road on weekends.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra Area Office on (02) 6336 6200.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 11.11am to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 9.25am.

Closed areas: Areas closed due to severe weather and flooding

Monkey Face Road is temporarily closed as it is no longer suitable for 2WD or 4WD vehicles. This closure will affect vehicle access to following areas until further notice due unsafe road conditions:

• Monkey Face Road
• Monkey Face Lookout
• Gap Creek Lookout

The areas will re-open as soon as they are considered safe. To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are potentially hazardous.

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

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• Watagans National Park

Applies from Fri 2 May 2025, 7.00am to Sun 30 Nov 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 May 2025, 2.38pm.

Safety alerts: Glow Worm Tunnel walking track to Newnes

Work has commenced on the upgrade of the Newnes to Four Ways walking track – part of the Glow Worm Tunnel to Newnes 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 Wed 30 Apr 2025, 3.00pm to Thu 18 Sep 2025, 2.32pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 May 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 3 Feb 2025, 9.00am to Fri 26 Jun 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 May 2025, 2.34pm.

Closed areas: Baranbali & Wabba Road Closure

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

• Baranbali Road
• Wabba Road

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Contact Byron Bay office for further information 02 6639 8300

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• Mooball National Park

Applies from Mon 26 May 2025, 6.00am to Fri 13 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 May 2025, 1.40pm.

Closed areas: Old Coach Road closed for fire trail repairs

Old Coach Road closed for fire trail repair works (including Tigersnake Canyon Carpark) Monday 26th May to Friday 13th June 2025. No access for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 11.22am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 May 2025, 11.32am.

Closed areas: Areas closed due to severe weather damage.

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

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

Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed.

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

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• Mount Royal National Park

Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 2.48pm to Mon 23 Jun 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 May 2025, 11.26am.

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 Thu 22 May 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 May 2025, 9.32am.

Closed parks: Worimi Conservation Lands - Closed due to severe weather

Due to widespread flooding and weather impacts, all areas in the following parks are closed from 22 May and will re-open as soon as staff have had the opportunity to assess conditions.

• Worimi National Park
• Worimi Regional park
• Worimi State conservation Area

This includes: 

• Gan Gan Beach Access, Lavis Lane and Fern Bay
• Access to the Recreational Vehicle Area
• Ganyamalbaa campground 

Many creek crossings, roads and trails are impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions. Emergency services are requesting that people avoid unnecessary travel.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office. 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. Parks will re-open as soon as staff have had the opportunity to assess conditions. For more information, please contact the local NPWS office. 

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

Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 7.48am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 May 2025, 8.14am.

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

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

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

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• Yengo National Park

Applies from Mon 31 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 8.42am.

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 Monday 30 June 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 Fri 21 Feb 2025, 3.27pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 28 May 2025, 3.06pm.

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 Monday 30th June 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 Thu 29 May 2025, 6.00am to Mon 8 Dec 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 28 May 2025, 10.16am.

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting programs. Aerial baiting and ground baiting is scheduled from 8th June 2025 to 8th December 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Wild dogs and Foxes.

Aerial baiting and ground baiting will occur in:

Richmond River Area – Captains Creek NR, Richmond Range NP, Bundjalung NP

Clarence Area - Nymboi-Binderay National Park (NP), Nymboida NP, Mount Neville Nature Reserve (NR), Banyabba NR and State Conservation Area (SCA), Ramornie NP, Bundjalung NP

Coffs Coast Area - Bagul Waajaarr NR, Bindarri NP, Cascade NP, Chaelundi NP and SCA, Cunnawarra NP, Dorrigo NP, Dunggir NP, Gumbaynggirr SCA, Jobs Mountain NR, Mount Hyland NR and SCA, New England NP, Ngambaa NR, Nymboi-Binderay NP, Serpentine NR.

Hastings Macleay Area- The Cells SCA, Cottan-Bimbang NP, Carrai NP and SCA, New England NP, Pee Dee NR, The Castles NR, Werrikimbe NP, Willi Willi NP, Mount Seaview NR.

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 NPWS area office for more information.

Hastings Macleay Area 02 6561 6700

Coffs Coast Area 02 6652 0900

Clarence Area 02 6641 1500

Richmond River Area 02 6632 0000

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• Bagul Waajaarr Nature Reserve
• Banyabba Nature Reserve
• Banyabba State Conservation Area
• Bindarri National Park
• Bundjalung National Park
• Carrai National Park
• Carrai State Conservation Area
• Cascade National Park
• Chaelundi National Park
• Chaelundi State Conservation Area
• Cottan-Bimbang National Park
• Cunnawarra National Park
• Dorrigo National Park
• Dunggir National Park
• Gumbaynggirr State Conservation Area
• Jobs Mountain Nature Reserve
• Mount Hyland Nature Reserve
• Mount Hyland State Conservation Area
• Mount Neville Nature Reserve
• Mount Seaview Nature Reserve
• New England National Park
• Ngambaa Nature Reserve
• Nymboi-Binderay National Park
• Nymboida National Park
• Pee Dee Nature Reserve
• Ramornie National Park
• Richmond Range National Park
• The Castles Nature Reserve
• The Cells State Conservation Area
• Werrikimbe National Park
• Willi Willi National Park

Applies from Fri 23 May 2025, 9.31am to Sat 14 Jun 2025, 9.31am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 10.03am.

Closed areas: Pebbly Beach campground closed due to flooding

Pebbly Beach campground is closed from 23 May 2025 until further notice due to ongoing flooding.

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

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

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• Yuraygir National Park

Applies from Tue 27 May 2025, 11.20am to Mon 23 Jun 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Jun 2025, 9.13am.

Closed areas: Campgrounds and walking track closed

Following recent severe weather across the Mid North Coast the following campgrounds and tracks will remain closed until Monday 23 June for safety reasons.

• Plateau Beech campground

• Brushy Mountain campground

• Brushy Mountain loop walk

• King Fern Walking Track

• Hastings Forest Way Touring Route

Facilities will re-open as soon as staff have had the opportunity to assess and make areas safe.

For up-to-date roads information check Live Traffic NSW

For more information contact the local park office.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Werrikimbe National Park

Applies from Mon 26 May 2025, 10.57am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jun 2025, 10.29am.

Other planned events: Brummies Rd, Condowie Rd and North Wollumbin Rd - essential road maintenance

Essential road maintenance is currently being undertaken to Brummies Road, Condowie Road and North Wollumbin Road. Works will be undertaken between 7:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday. The works are expected to be completed by 30 June 2025.. Heavy plant and machinery will be operating in the area. During these works access maybe temporarily restricted. Bushwalkers and cyclists are advised to follow the directions of roadwork signs and contractor staff.

These roads were badly damaged during the Flood 2022 event. Works being undertaken include the re-surfacing of trails, re-instatement of drainage, and the replacement of damaged bridges.

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

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• Wollumbin National Park

Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 4.28pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 7.36am.

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 23 May 2025, 11.05am to Fri 1 Aug 2025, 11.08am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 May 2025, 11.09am.

Closed areas: Geebung Walking Track closed for upgrade maintenance works

Geebung walking track is closed for upgrade maintenance works. This closure will be in place until the end of July.

Works have been slow due to wet weather conditions.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 1.38pm.

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 Tue 4 Mar 2025, 5.47pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 7.36am.

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

For safety, some reserves and conservation areas are closed until Monday 30 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 9 Jun 2025, 4.00pm to Thu 19 Jun 2025, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 1.53pm.

Closed areas: Areas closed for night time Ground Pest Management

Some areas in Wollemi National Park will be closed between 4:00pm and 6:00am, from Monday 9 June 2025 to  19 June 2025 inclusive, for a feral animal management program.

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

• The control method will involve use of firearms by qualified and experienced contractors.

The closed areas are:

Wollemi National Park:

• Nullo Mountain trails

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office (02) 6370 9000.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 3.59pm to Fri 20 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 7.36am.

Closed areas: Protestors Falls walking track closed

Protestors Falls walking track will be affected by closures from 29 April to 20 June 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 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 19 May 2025, 11.59am. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jun 2025, 11.33am.

Other planned events: Perch Hole Road maintenance works

Roadworks will be underway on the Perch Hole Road and Perch Hole Picnic Area from Monday 26 May 2025 for several days, weather dependant. Contractors will be undertaking road grading and potholing works and there will be no public access to the site during this time.

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• Lake Innes Nature Reserve

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 Fri 16 May 2025, 8.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 8.47am.

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 10 Jun 2025, 9.41am.

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 Mon 12 May 2025, 8.25am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Jun 2025, 8.36am.

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, 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 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 Tue 6 May 2025, 3.49pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Jun 2025, 8.36am.

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 Tue 6 May 2025, 9.51am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 9.44am.

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, 1.46pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 3.18pm.

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 Tue 29 Apr 2025, 10.48am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.49am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jun 2025, 7.42am.

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 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 Fri 2 May 2025, 4.31pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.32pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 8.03am.

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: Tue 3 Jun 2025, 6.31am.

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: Tue 3 Jun 2025, 9.50am.

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 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 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: Tue 3 Jun 2025, 1.54pm.

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: Tue 3 Jun 2025, 1.54pm.

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 3 Jun 2025, 1.54pm.

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 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 Tue 30 Jul 2024, 9.45am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.47pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 8.57am.

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 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: Fri 30 May 2025, 1.09pm.

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: Thu 5 Jun 2025, 10.56pm.

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: Thu 29 May 2025, 4.37pm.

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: Thu 29 May 2025, 4.37pm.

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: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 10.43am.

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 24 Apr 2025, 7.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 May 2025, 9.15am.

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: Wed 11 Jun 2025, 10.29am.

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 Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.25pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 May 2025, 7.26am.

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 2 Sep 2024, 9.00am to Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 8.41am.

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 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 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 3 Mar 2025, 8.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.32pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 11.46am.

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 3 Apr 2025, 11.10am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Jun 2025, 9.25am.

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 Thu 20 Mar 2025, 5.05pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 11.55am.

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 Thu 28 Dec 2023, 7.31am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 May 2025, 8.34am.

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: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 8.36am.

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 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: Thu 29 May 2025, 8.54am.

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 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 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: Wed 4 Jun 2025, 8.31am.

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: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 3.18pm.

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: Fri 23 May 2025, 10.17am.

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 Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.11am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 9.20am.

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: Wed 4 Jun 2025, 9.37am.

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 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 19 May 2025, 11.55am.

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 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: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 7.36am.

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: Sun 8 Jun 2025, 4.02pm.

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: Mon 26 May 2025, 10.58am.

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: Fri 23 May 2025, 9.16am.

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 7 Nov 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 12.58pm.

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: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 10.43am.

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 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: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 7.46am.

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: Tue 10 Jun 2025, 8.03am.

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 Wed 28 Sep 2022, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Wed 28 May 2025, 1.48pm.

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 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