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Last reviewed: Fri 19 April 2024, 3.47pm
Applies from Tue 16 Apr 2024, 8.00am.
Last reviewed: Fri 19 Apr 2024, 3.47pm.
Hazard reduction burns: Tumbledown Creek HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 16/04/2024. The fire is called Tumbledown Creek HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 14 Apr 2024, 11.00am.
Last reviewed: Fri 19 Apr 2024, 10.21am.
Hazard reduction burns: Borrows NR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 14/04/2024. The fire is called Borrows NR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 11 Apr 2024, 8.00am.
Last reviewed: Fri 19 Apr 2024, 10.19am.
Hazard reduction burns: Ridge Trail HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 11/04/2024. The fire is called Ridge Trail HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 15 Apr 2024, 1.38pm
to Mon 22 Apr 2024, 1.40pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 18 Apr 2024, 4.22pm.
Closed areas: Flea Creek and Gentle Annie Firetrail Closure - Hazard Reduction Burn
Some areas are closed due to hazard reduction burning from Tuesday 16 April 2024 to Monday 22nd April 2024. The closed areas are:
- Gentle Annie Fire Trail
- Flea Creek Campground
- Flea Creek Picnic Area
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Tumbledown Creek HR. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 6229 7166 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Thu 4 Apr 2024, 7.00am
to Fri 4 Oct 2024, 7.00pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 18 Apr 2024, 8.11am.
Closed areas: Sections of Kosciuszko National Park closed for feral animal control
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting aerial shooting operations in Kosciuszko National Park (KNP). Horses, deer, pigs and other feral animals will be targeted. The operations require the closure of the area of KNP north of the Snowy Mountains Highway and east of the Goobarragandra Powerline Road to the KNP boundary between Thursday 4 April 2024 and Friday 4 October 2024 inclusive (this includes the usual winter closure period from 10 June to 4 October, 2024).
All tracks, trails, campgrounds, huts, picnic areas and accommodation nodes within the closure area will be closed during this period, including:
- Bullocks Hill campground
- Cooinbil Hut campground
- Cooinbil Hut Horse Camp
- Ghost Gully campground
- Long Plain Hut campground
- Magpie Flat campground
- Old Snowy campground
- Perkins Flat campground
- Rocky Plain campground
- Wares Yards campground
- Blue Waterholes campground
- Cooleman Mountain campground
- Long Plain Hut Horse Camp
- Broken Cart campground
- Dubbo Flats campground
- Currango Homestead precinct
- Clarke Gorge walking track
- Nichols Gorge walking track
- Australian Alps Walking Track North of the Snowy Mountains Highway to the KNP boundary
- National Trail North of the Snowy Mountains Highway to the KNP boundary
- Hume Hovell Walking Track from the KNP park boundary to the park boundary at Thomas Boyd track head
A map of the closure area is available at:
Map of northern Kosciuszko National Park closure area April to October 2024 (nsw.gov.au)
Closure notices will be placed at relevant access points in KNP, penalties apply for non-compliance.
For inquiries on the management of wild horses please email the wild horse team at npws.wildhorses@environment.nsw.gov.au
We appreciate your patience while this important work is being carried out. If you would like any further information about closed areas, please contact NPWS at npws.southernrangesbranch@environment.nsw.gov.au or phone 02 6947 7025
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Applies from Fri 12 Apr 2024, 9.29am
to Tue 30 Apr 2024, 9.29am.
Last reviewed: Wed 17 Apr 2024, 4.50pm.
Safety alerts: Webbs Ridge Trail to Flea Creek Roadworks
NPWS are currently conducting light maintenance grading on Webbs Ridge Trail to Flea Creek from 12/04/2024 - 30/04/2024. The road remains open however visitors may experience delays during this time. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the NPWS Queanbeyan Office on Ph: 02 6229 7166.
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Applies from Wed 17 Apr 2024, 12.27pm
to Wed 24 Apr 2024, 5.30pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 17 Apr 2024, 12.34pm.
Closed areas: Summit Walk closure Tuesday 23 April & Wednesday 24 April 2024: 7:00am-10:00am and 3:30pm - 5:30pm each day for Helicopter operations.
Mount Kosciuszko Summit walk will be closed on Tuesday 23 April and Wednesday 24 April from 7:00am to 10:00am and 3:30pm to 5:30pm on both these days for helicopter operations (weather permitting).
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Applies from Tue 16 Apr 2024, 9.08am
to Fri 28 Jun 2024, 5.00pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 16 Apr 2024, 9.26am.
Other planned events: Merambego Trail Roadworks
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be undertaking essential fire trail maintenance works on Merambego Trail, throughout April, May and June 2024. The trail will be closed to visitors.
Please obey all directions from NPWS staff and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For any further queries, please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on (02) 6450 5555.
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Applies from Fri 12 Apr 2024, 12.50pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 12 Apr 2024, 1.09pm.
Closed areas: Transmission Track closed due to post-bushfire damage
The Transmission Track, Talbingo is closed due to post-bushfire damage. The track is closed and is not suitable for vehicle access due to erosion issues.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Tumut NPWS office (02) 6947 7087.
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Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2014, 10.00am.
Last reviewed: Mon 8 Apr 2024, 7.51pm.
Safety alerts: Trailer access prohibited on some fire trails
Within Deua National Park some trails are not suitable for trailer access. National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has had advisory signs in place to encourage people towing 4WD trailers to avoid some of the steeper, harder-to-maintain trails in the park. Inappropriate use of signposted trails by 4WDs towing trailers is continuing, and is causing ongoing damage. Therefore, NPWS has prohibited the use of trailers on the following trails in Deua National Park:
- Dampier Mountain trail
- Oulla Creek trail
- Minuma Range trail
- Merricumbene trail
- Mongamula trail
- Dry Creek trail
It is now an offence to tow trailers on these trails. The penalty for towing trailers on these trails is a $300 penalty infringement notice, or higher if the matter is taken to court.
By keeping trailers away from these identified trails, you benefit everyone by reducing:
- the safety risk to yourself and others
- damage to the park environment and your assets
- park maintenance costs.
Trailer access to Bendethera is still available from Moruya via Little Sugarloaf Road and Bendethera trail. From Braidwood, this increases travel time by about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
For more information, please contact NPWS Narooma on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Thu 4 Apr 2024, 2.04pm
to Fri 14 Jun 2024, 4.30pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 4 Apr 2024, 2.50pm.
Safety alerts: Guthega Road - Road Works 8 April to 14 June 2024
There is an increase in heavy and light vehicle movements on the Guthega Road, between the Kosciuszko Road intersection and the Island Bend triangle.
This is due to road works taking place, please abide by all traffic control signage and personnel.
Your destination is still accessible. To assist in planning your journey safely, please allow extra time in your travel plans and drive to conditions.
For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre, Jindabyne on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Wed 3 Apr 2024, 11.39am.
Last reviewed: Fri 29 Mar 2024, 11.42am.
Other planned events: Trail maintenance - Rileys Flat
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be undertaking trail maintenance on Rileys Trail, adjacent to Tom Groggin Camping Area, in April 2024.
Trail users are to be aware of machinery movements and may experience some delays when riding or walking on the trail. Please obey all directions from NPWS staff and contractors.
For further queries please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on (02) 6450 5555.
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Applies from Sun 7 Apr 2024, 11.06am.
Last reviewed: Fri 29 Mar 2024, 11.37am.
Other planned events: Essential fire trail works - Cascade Trail
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be undertaking essential fire trail maintenance works on Cascade Trail, between the Alpine Way and Cascade Hut, throughout April and May 2024. The trail will remain open to visitors. Trail users should expect short delays to their walk or ride.
Please obey all directions from NPWS staff and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For any further queries, please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on (02) 6450 5555.
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Applies from Wed 13 Mar 2024, 8.00am
to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 5.00pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 28 Mar 2024, 12.03pm.
Other planned events: Geehi Flats campground upgrade works
From mid-March to the end of June 2024, small areas of Geehi Flats campground will be subject to construction work to upgrade visitor facilities. The campground will remain open, although machinery will be operating in the campground during this time. Do not enter construction areas.
For more information, contact the NPWS Khancoban Visitor Centre on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Fri 13 Oct 2023, 1.08pm
to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 1.11pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 27 Mar 2024, 4.59pm.
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 1 April 2024 to Monday 30 September 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and/or foxes.
The program will take place in:
- Araluen Nature Reserve
- Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
- Beowa National Park
- Berlang State Conservation Area
- Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve
- Bournda National Park
- Bournda Nature Reserve
- Coolumbooka Nature Reserve
- Deua National Park
- Eurobodalla National Park
- Kooraban National Park
- Majors Creek State Conservation Area
- Mimosa Rocks National Park
- Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
- South East Forest National Park
- Wadbilliga National Park
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to baiting locations. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands.
Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Mon 25 Mar 2024, 11.20am
to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 11.21am.
Last reviewed: Mon 25 Mar 2024, 11.25am.
Safety alerts: Rebuilding Happy's Hut
Construction works are underway at Happy's Hut until further notice. Do not enter the construction area.
For more information contact NPWS Tumut on (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Fri 22 Mar 2024, 2.13pm
to Sun 22 Sep 2024, 2.14pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 22 Mar 2024, 2.18pm.
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
A baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Friday 22 March 2024 until Sunday 22 September 2024 in Kosciuszko National Park.
The program will be conducted in the northern precinct of the park, which includes the following areas:
- Goobragandra
- Blowering foreshores
- Big Talbingo/Buddong
Entry into baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
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 or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Fri 8 Mar 2024, 4.13pm
to Fri 17 May 2024, 4.15pm.
Last reviewed: Sun 14 Apr 2024, 6.13pm.
Closed areas: Western end of Tin Mines Trail closed for roadworks Woomargama National Park
The western end of the Tin Mines 4wd track (Ferndale boundary through to Tin Mines campsite) will be closed for up to 3 months to allow substantial roads works to be completed. Heavy machinery will be undertaking remedial works and spreading road base to provide a stable track for future management and visitor use. The track will be open to walkers and bicycles on weekends and public holidays during this period unless otherwise notified.
Road closure signage will be placed at each end of the closure.
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Applies from Thu 29 Feb 2024, 3.39pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 1 Mar 2024, 10.43am.
Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be ongoing from March 4th, 2024 until September 4th, 2024 in the following areas:
- Brindabella National Park
- Bimberi Nature Reserve
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
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 or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call NPWS Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.
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Applies from Mon 14 Feb 2022, 2.02pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 3 Apr 2024, 10.59am.
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be ongoing until Friday 20 September 2024 in the following areas:
- Tallaganda National Park
- Tallaganda State Conservation Area
- Gourock National Park
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
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 or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call NPWS Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 8.07am
to Fri 31 Jan 2025, 8.08am.
Last reviewed: Thu 1 Feb 2024, 8.13am.
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in the north east precinct of Kosciuszko National Park, Scabby Range and Yaouk Nature Reserves within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area.
The program will be continuous and ongoing between 1 February 2024 and 31 January 2025, and will use meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserve. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Mon 5 Feb 2024, 12.00pm
to Fri 9 Aug 2024, 11.00pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 4 Apr 2024, 2.27pm.
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Friday 9 February 2024 and Friday 9 August 2024. These programs are part of an integrated pest animal control strategy, aimed at minimising the impacts of these animals on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will be conducted in Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah Wild Dog Plan Areas. Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.
This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:
- Thredbo Valley
- Moonbah
- Ingebyra
- Paupong
- Numbla Vale
- Corrowong
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS Estate. 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 further information, please call the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Fri 19 Jan 2024, 10.48am.
Last reviewed: Sun 14 Apr 2024, 12.15pm.
Closed areas: No parking at Porcupine track/Snowies Alpine walk track head
Sections of Porcupine Road are closed for construction works until June 2024 with access for locals and pedestrians only. There is no parking at the track head of Porcupine track and the Snowies Alpine walk for the duration of this closure. Walkers will need to park in Perisher Valley carpark and walk to the track head from there.
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Applies from Mon 15 Jan 2024, 1.51pm
to Tue 30 Apr 2024, 1.57pm.
Last reviewed: Sun 14 Apr 2024, 12.16pm.
Safety alerts: Works on Kosciuszko Road and Charlottes Way and changed access to Charlotte Pass to Porcupine Rocks walking track
Essential Energy are completing a network upgrade to the power supply at Charlotte Pass Snow Resort from December 2023 to April 2024. The works will affect:
- Traffic conditions on Kosciuszko Road and Charlottes Way between Spencers Creek and Charlotte Pass Village. Please expect short delays on these roads.
- Access to the Charlotte Pass to Porcupine Rocks walking track. Please expect diversions and follow signage on the track.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 5 May 2023, 11.28am.
Last reviewed: Sun 14 Apr 2024, 12.16pm.
Safety alerts: Powerline out of service in Jagungal Wilderness Area
Happy Jacks Plain and sections of the Jagungal Wilderness Area are affected by powerline damage. The 11kva powerline that runs through these areas was damaged during the 2019/2020 fires with burnt poles and downed powerlines. It is out of service and will be removed from the park. Please keep a safe distance from any broken wires on the ground and broken stay wires from power poles.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 5 Jan 2024, 12.00am.
Last reviewed: Mon 15 Apr 2024, 4.11pm.
Safety alerts: Ongoing helicopter operations at Skitube Carpark D
Helicopter operations for the Snowies Alpine Walk Stage 4 construction will be occurring from Ski Tube Carpark D on various dates throughout summer. Operations will affect access to:
- Bundilla accessible track
- Thredbo Valley track
- Muzzlewood track
- Bullocks track at Bullocks Flat.
During helicopter operations, Ski Tube Carpark D will be temporarily closed, and access to the above tracks will be as signed through Carpark C. You may experience short delays on the Bundilla accessible track during operations.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 2 Jan 2024, 2.14pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 4 Apr 2024, 3.53pm.
Safety alerts: River crossing to access Big Hole walking track - extreme caution advised
Access to The Big Hole walking track requires a river crossing of the Shoalhaven River.
During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossing may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly.
NPWS advises walkers to plan ahead and check the river levels in real time at NSW Office of Water - Real Time Water Data (waternsw.com.au) before setting out.
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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 11.29am.
Last reviewed: Mon 26 Feb 2024, 5.08pm.
Closed areas: Tantangara Reservoir partial closure
Some parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently until further notice for Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The closed areas are:
- Areas of Tantangara Reservoir adjacent to the Snowy 2.0 construction site.
- Tantangara Reservoir boat ramp, adjacent to the Tantangara Dam wall.
- For up-to-date timings on controlled blasts please see notifications on the Future Generation website.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 10 Nov 2023, 12.42pm
to Tue 23 Apr 2024, 12.43pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 15 Nov 2023, 4.28pm.
Other planned events: Track upgrades on Mount Kosciuszko Summit walk
Sections of Mount Kosciuszko Summit walk are affected by upgrades from Friday 10 November 2023 to mid-April 2024. Expect delays and diversions, and follow signage on tracks.
Repairs will take place on the Charlotte Pass to Rawson Pass section of the walk from November 2023 until further notice. Other sections of the Mount Kosciuszko Summit walk may close for up to a week in February 2024. There will be alternate access to the summit via Kosciuszko walk (from Thredbo) or the Main Range walk (from Charlotte Pass). This alert will be updated with closure dates as they become available.
Do not enter closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the NPWS Alpine Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.
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Applies from Wed 1 Nov 2023, 12.00am
to Wed 1 May 2024, 12.00am.
Last reviewed: Tue 7 Nov 2023, 9.49am.
Other planned events: Ongoing 1080 baiting program
A baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Wednesday 1 November 2023 to the Wednesday 1 May 2024 in the following parks:
- Bogandyera Nature Reserve
- Jingellic Nature Reserve
- Clarkes Hill Nature Reserve
- Kosciuszko National Park (southern precinct)
Affected areas of the southern precinct of Kosciuszko National Park include:
- Geehi Walls and Major Clews trails
- Indi and Tiger trails
- The Khancoban/Cabramurra Road
- Yellow Bog Road
- Greg Greg trail
- Tooma River trail
- Everards trail
- Spring Flat Creek trail
- Maragle
Entry into baiting locations will be identified by signs.
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 or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information, please contact the NPWS Upper Murray area office on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.00pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 6 Nov 2023, 6.17am.
Closed areas: Kosciuszko National Park closed sites
A number of sites in Kosciuszko National Park are closed or may have other restrictions until further notice.
Road/trail closures
The following roads and trails are closed until further notice:
- Geehi Dam/Olsens Road
- Grassy Flat trail
Fire-affected areas
Some sections of Kosciuszko National Park which burnt during the 2019/2020 fires remain closed. These areas include:
- Wolgal and Pattinson's Huts
Huts that burnt down in the 2020 fires
These locations remain open, but the following huts or buildings have been lost:
- Bradley/O'Brien's Hut, Brooks Hut, 4 Mile Hut, Happy's Hut, Harvey's Hut (under repair), Linesman's No.3 Huts, Round Mountain Hut, Vickery's Hut (under repair), and Dry Dam Ski Shelter.
- Warning: Please take care as there may be broken glass/nails that are uncovered since NPWS made records and cleaned up these sites. Please do not disturb the sites or remove artefacts.
Snowy 2.0 works affecting access to Tantangara Road and Tantangara Dam
- Access to the southern end of Tantangara Reservoir via Quarry trail is closed to the public.
- Access to the southern end boat ramp is open, but may be subject to short-term closures.
- Current boating and camping access to Tantangara Reservoir will still be available at access points on the northern end of the reservoir, via Port Phillip and Dam trails.
Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Sat 28 Oct 2023, 12.10pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 15 Apr 2024, 4.11pm.
Safety alerts: Track works on Dead Horse Gap walk and Thredbo River walk
There will be ongoing track works on Thredbo River track and Dead Horse Gap track throughout the 2023/2024 hiking season. Please follow any detours in place and stay out of work sites.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5600. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am
to Mon 1 Feb 2027, 12.00am.
Last reviewed: Wed 17 Apr 2024, 11.05am.
Closed areas: Closed areas due to Snowy 2.0 works
The following areas are closed due to the Snowy 2.0 works from Monday 25 February 2019 until early 2027, unless the closure is extended or removed:
- Lobs Hole Ravine Road 4WD trail
- Wallace Creek lookout
- Lobs Hole Ravine campground
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 4.01pm
to Sun 30 Mar 2025, 12.54pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 17 Apr 2024, 12.03pm.
Other planned events: Ongoing increased traffic and roadworks
There is an increase in heavy and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park. This traffic will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the Snowy 2.0 project and other projects in the region.
There will also be ongoing maintenance and upgrades to roads in the area as part of the project, particularly along Link and Tantangara Roads.
To assist in planning your journey safely, please check for alerts on the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service website.
For more information, call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Wed 17 May 2023, 11.50am.
Last reviewed: Mon 15 Apr 2024, 4.11pm.
Closed areas: Bullocks Hut closed
Several buildings in the Bullocks Hut complex are closed until further notice for restoration works. Please do not enter the construction sites.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 1 Dec 2020, 12.01am.
Last reviewed: Fri 15 Mar 2024, 9.30am.
Closed areas: Bendethera Caves Walking Track and Caves Access is Closed
Bendethera Caves walking track and caves access is closed until further notice due to ongoing bushfire and flood recovery works - all track markers were destroyed by fire. It's dangerous to walk off designated tracks in Karst areas. Please do not enter this area, follow the directions on closure signs and do not enter any cordoned-off areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Mon 20 Jul 2020, 11.07pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 18 Apr 2024, 10.13am.
Closed areas: Areas closed due to bushfire damage
Some areas in this park remain closed due to bushfire damage. Do not enter closed sections of the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Fri 18 Nov 2022, 3.01pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 12 Feb 2024, 9.00am.
Safety alerts: Bendethera Valley Campground - Safety Alert
Please use extreme caution if traversing the river crossings and check weather conditions regularly prior to your trip in this area.
During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossings in to the Bendethera Valley campgrounds may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river in vehicles to access the campgrounds during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly. It is never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. You should check the weather forecast and NPWS website for advice prior to setting out to this remote campground, and if severe weather is forecast, reconsider your trip.
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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Applies from Fri 25 Mar 2022, 4.56pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 16 Apr 2024, 9.47am.
Closed areas: Kanoonah Road (north) closed due to landslip
Kanoonah Road in Coolangubra section of South East Forests National Park is closed from Myanba Falls Road through to the northern park boundary due to a major landslip following recent heavy rainfall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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