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Last reviewed: Wed 27 September 2023, 5.54pm

Applies from Wed 27 Sep 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 5.54pm.

Fires - Advice: Marys Arm

There is a fire in this park called Marys Arm. 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 Wed 27 Sep 2023, 2.17pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 5.51pm.

Fires - Advice: MARTINDALE RD, MARTINDALE

There is a fire in this park called MARTINDALE RD, MARTINDALE. 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 Wed 27 Sep 2023, 3.13pm to Thu 12 Oct 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 3.16pm.

Safety alerts: Safety Alert - Woodford Oaks Fire Trail

Woodford Oaks Fire Trail is very dusty, please exercise extra caution and maintain a safe distance between vehicles. Take care and drive safely.

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Applies from Tue 19 Sep 2023, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 1.40pm.

Hazard reduction burns: Training Farm HR

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 19/09/2023. The fire is called Training Farm 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 18 Sep 2023, 5.00am to Wed 20 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 10.25am.

Closed areas: Maiyingu Marragu Trail for road repairs

Maiyingu Marragu Trail from Sunnyside Ridge Road to Maiyingu Marragu Aboriginal Place, closed for road repairs Monday 18th September to 20th December.

Open long weekend 30th September to 2nd October (Closed all other weekends)

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4843 5976.

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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2023, 2.05pm to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 2.05pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Sep 2023, 9.51am.

Closed areas: Partial Closure Bents Basin SCA

Bents Basin State Conservation Area will be partially re-opened for the school holiday period for day use 8am to 8pm daily. Camping Booking essential. From Sunday the 8th of October the park will only be open on weekends for day use & camping - Opening from 2pm Fridays and closing again 8pm Sundays. While flood repairs continue. Camping Booking essential.

Bents Basin Road Picnic Area and Bents Basin Road (Silverdale) gate remains closed; access closed to pedestrian & vehicular traffic; NO ENTRY. Caley Lookout closed. Use Wolstenholme Avenue, Greendale gate for access to park & Gulguer Nature Reserve.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Cumberland area office on 02 4580 2750.

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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Sep 2023, 9.37am.

Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed

Many walking tracks, roads and fire trails within Blue Mountains National Park remain closed following sustained wet weather causing subsidence hazards, major landslides or infrastructure upgrades.

The following areas are closed:

Katoomba and Leura

Underfalls track (sidetrack off Furber Steps) closed for maintenance.
Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall risk.
Honeymoon Point lookout is closed due to upgrade works.
Lone Lyrebird track is closed between Gordon Road and the War Memorial, due to subsidence. Detour is in place.
Leura Cascades/Fern Bower circuit has a minor detour due to a landslide on Prince Henry Cliff walk. You must return via Leura Cascades track.
Prince Henry Cliff walk is closed between Gordon Falls picnic area and Elysian Rock lookout, due to a landslide. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
Prince Henry Cliff walk is closed between Olympian Rock lookout and Tarpeian Rock track, due to a landslide. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
Leura Cascades picnic area is closed to vehicles. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
Glenraphael Drive is closed due to major subsidence. Narrow Neck, Ruined Castle and Golden Stairs are accessible to pedestrians and cyclists from Narrow Neck lookout on Cliff Drive.
Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.

Wentworth Falls and Woodford

Wentworth Falls picnic area carpark is closed for upgrade works until the end of November 2023 (weather-permitting).
Valley of the Waters track is closed below Sylvia Falls. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Vera Falls, Hippocrene Falls or Wentworth Falls from Valley of the Waters.
Charles Darwin walk is temporarily closed due to flood damage. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
National Pass and the Grand Stairway are closed at the top crossing from Monday 18 to Friday 22 September, from Monday 9 October to Friday 13 October and from Monday 16 October to Friday 20 October 2023 due to track repairs. There will be no access to the middle crossing. Please note that part of National Pass (west of Wentworth Falls) was closed in 2017 due to major landslide.
Wentworth Pass is closed due to landslide.
Ingar Road is closed where it traverses private property at the western end. You can walk in to Ingar campground via Andersons or Bedford Roads.

Blackheath, Mount Victoria and Bells Line of Road

Govetts Creek access routes including Horse track and Rodriguez Pass (Bridal Veil Falls) are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. Entry is not permitted due to serious risk of injury or death. Entry is not permitted into the Grose Valley from Govetts Leap, Evans lookout, Grand Canyon track, or south of Acacia Flat.
Perrys Lookdown campground is closed.
Perrys Lookdown access road and picnic area will be closed for upgrades from Monday 9 October until Wednesday 20 December 2023, and from Monday 5 February to Friday 23 February 2024.
Anvil Rock access road and day use area will be closed for upgrades from Tuesday 3 October to Wednesday 20 December 2023 and from Monday 5 February to Friday 23 February 2024.
Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and walking track are closed. There is no walking track access past Cripps lookout. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for further information.

Canyons and rock climbing

Climbing and canyoning areas in the Blue Mountains are open unless the access road is closed, or the site is listed in this alert.

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

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Applies from Sat 17 Oct 2020, 10.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 5.27pm.

Closed areas: North Head partial closure

Some parts of North Head in Sydney Harbour National Park are closed due to fire damage and geological instability. The closed areas include:

Bluefish Point
Wastewater Treatment Plant emergency access road

The following areas, and the bushland surrounding them, are also closed due to steep and unstable ground:

Old Man's Hat
Cannae Point
Quarantine Head

Do not enter the closed areas.

Open areas include:

Q Station
North Head Sanctuary and Bella Vista Cafe (entry via North Fort)
The track between Shelly Beach and Bluefish Drive
Bluefish Drive to the Avenue of Honour
Collins Flat Beach
Fairfax track
Burragula and Yiningma lookouts

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.

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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 4.03pm.

Closed areas: Newnes Campground Pedestrian Access Only

Newnes campground is available for walk-in access only starting from Saturday 23 September. The campground is remote and can only be accessed by long walks via the Old Coach Road or the Pipeline Track.

Campers need to be fully self-sufficient and carry all supplies including drinking water. Campers are strongly advised to complete a trip intention form for their safety. Pack it in, pack it out – please take all rubbish with you when you leave.

There is no road access due to the Wolgan Road collapse and continuing land slip risk at Wolgan Gap. Wolgan Road is managed by Lithgow Council.

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

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Applies from Mon 29 May 2023, 7.18pm to Sat 30 Sep 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 2.30pm.

Closed areas: Clark Island closed for essential wharf maintenance

Clark Island is closed for essential wharf maintenance until Tuesday 31 October 2023. For further information call the NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511.

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Applies from Mon 18 Sep 2023, 1.09pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 2.24pm.

Other planned events: Hornby Lighthouse repairs

Hornby Lighthouse at South Head is currently undergoing restoration and maintenance. Completion is scheduled for September 2024. South Head heritage trail remains open. However, views and access around the Hornby Lighthouse will be temporarily impacted during these works.

For more information, visit this web page.

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Applies from Tue 18 Jul 2023, 4.07pm to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 4.08pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 11.17am.

Closed areas: Glow Worm Tunnel closure

The Glow Worm Tunnel visitor precinct and associated walking tracks will be closed until December 2023 for upgrades.

This closure includes:

Glow Worm Tunnel carpark
Glow Worm Tunnel walking track
Pagoda track (Old Coach track)
Glow Worm Tunnel to Newnes walking track (to ‘four-ways’ intersection).
Dry Canyon track (Wolgan View canyon).

There is no access to Glow Worm Tunnel walking tracks during this time.

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

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Applies from Thu 21 Sep 2023, 3.50pm to Sat 28 Oct 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 4.06pm.

Closed areas: Capertee NP closed for Pest Management

Areas of Capertee National Park will be closed for pest management operations from the 21 September 2023 until 28th October 2023.

There is no access to the National Park for day users during this time.

Existing Campground and hard roofed accommodation bookings will be permitted to enter the park but may not have access to certain areas of the reserve at all times.

Please follow directions of NPWS staff on site.

Penalties apply for non compliance.. For more information please contact the Mudgee Area Office on 02 6370 9000

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Applies from Wed 19 Apr 2023, 6.00am to Fri 6 Oct 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 11.19am.

Closed areas: Trail Closures

Centennial Coal are performing scheduled works in areas of the park surrounding Lost City from Wednesday 19 April 2023 until Friday 8 December 2023. Trails may be closed from time to time with signage and barricades in place.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Springvale Colliery springvalecolliery.compliance@centennialcoal.com.au

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Applies from Fri 9 Jun 2023, 12.10pm to Thu 30 Nov 2023, 12.10pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 10.29am.

Closed areas: Gibberagong walking track partially closed

Gibberagong walking track is partially closed until further notice from Grosvenor Street fire trail to the Rainforest track. The Gibberagong boardwalk is open. There is a threat of rockfalls due to slope instability. NPWS is in the process of carrying out necessary repair works.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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Applies from Thu 21 Sep 2023, 8.58am to Thu 5 Oct 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 9.09am.

Closed areas: Fire trail vegetation trimming works - Catherine Hill Bay area

Fire trail vegetation maintenance works will begin on Tuesday 26 September until October 5, 2023. Works will involve vegetation trimming to delineate the trails with follow up works (yet to be scheduled) to remediate erosion.

Fire trail included in these works are:

Church
Catho Powerline
Sandpit
and the lookout

These trails will be closed for the duration of these works. Please plan you walks in other area of the park during this time.

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

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Applies from Mon 25 Sep 2023, 2.27pm to Fri 29 Sep 2023, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 9.04am.

Closed areas: Dingo Dell campground closed for upgrade

Dingo Dell Campground will be closed from Monday 25 September to Friday 29 September 2023 while the campground is being upgraded.

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

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Applies from Tue 12 Sep 2023, 5.00pm to Fri 22 Dec 2023, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Sep 2023, 1.12pm.

Closed areas: Wyrrabalong National Park partial closure for predator control shoot operation

Parts of Wyrrabalong National Park will be closed within a date range of 1700 (5pm) Tuesday 26th September 2023 to 0700am Friday 22 December 2023 for predator control shoot operations to protect endangered birds nesting at Karagi Point, The Entrance North.

When active the shoot operation area will be delignated by signage on all authorised entrances to that precinct of the park 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 02 4972 9000 or email npws.centralcoast@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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Applies from Wed 20 Sep 2023, 9.06am to Sat 14 Oct 2023, 9.08am. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Sep 2023, 12.27pm.

Other planned events: Notice of pest animal control program - aerial pest animalcontrol operations

Notice that Winburndale and Eusdale NR's are closed from Wed 11 - Friday 13 October 2023 to undertake an aerial pest animal control program.

This program will complement the NPWS ground trapping program for feral pigs, that has been occurring over the last few months.

NPWS takes a strategic and integrated approach to pest management on lands we manage to meet Biosecurity measures under the Agency General Biosecurity Duty (GBD). NPWS aims to minimise the adverse impacts of pests on biodiversity, cultural values, neighbours and the community. Only qualified and appropriately trained personnel will participate in this program.

If you have any questions regarding the aerial shooting program, please call our Bathurst office on (02) 6332 7640.

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Applies from Wed 13 Sep 2023, 3.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Sep 2023, 11.21am.

Safety alerts: Werrong Beach access track damaged

The Werrong Beach access track has been severely eroded at the beach access point. There are steep and uneven surfaces.

The track is recommended only for very experienced bushwalkers with specialised skills, including navigation and emergency first aid. Tracks are likely to be very rough, steep and unmarked. Walks may be more than 20km.

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Applies from Mon 25 Sep 2023, 8.00am to Fri 29 Sep 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Sep 2023, 3.50pm.

Closed areas: Dark Corner Walking Track Closed at Patonga

A 200m section of Dark Corner Walking Track off Patonga Beach is closed from Monday 25 to Friday 29 September 2023 while the walking track is being upgraded.

The closed section starts at Patonga Beach, extending upslope. The remainder of the walking track will remain open, however, through access via Patonga Beach is not permitted.

Signage will be in place around closed areas.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 43204200.

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Applies from Mon 29 May 2023, 4.34pm to Fri 29 Dec 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Sep 2023, 10.41am.

Closed areas: Areas closed for deer control program

Some areas in Royal National Park are closed to the public between sunset and sunrise to enable a deer control operation to be carried out.

The affected areas include:

All picnic areas in the Audley Precinct
Asset protection zones adjacent to Maianbar, Bundeena and East Heathcote.
Wattamolla and Garie picnic areas
North Era campground and coastal areas between Garie Beach and Figure 8 Pools
Garrawarra Farm
Lady Carrington Drive
Bonnie Vale campground and picnic area.

These closures will be signposted at the entry points to the closed areas. If you have approved bookings to camp you can still access campsites during these times.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Thu 31 Aug 2023, 8.16pm to Fri 13 Oct 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 9.42am.

Other planned events: 1080 pest management program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting an aerial baiting program using dried meat baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program will take place from Thursday 14 September to Friday 13 October 2023 in Royal National Park. Don’t touch baits. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

All baiting locations are 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.

Fox baiting in this reserve is aimed at improving the eco-health of the reserve by reducing predation of ground dwelling mammals and small birds.

For more information, call the local park office (Audley) on 02 9542 0632 (business hours) or the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (outside business hours).

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Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Sep 2023, 11.57am.

Closed areas: Closed areas due to rifle range operations

The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be closed on the following dates/times due to rifle range operations:

Every Saturday, 8am to 5pm
Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month, 8am to 5pm
Women on Target Try Shoot event, Saturday and Sunday 28 and 29 October 2023

Please note: In October there will be no shooting on Sunday 15 October 2023 (the 3rd Sunday of the month).

Do not enter the eastern section of the park (including Boora Point walking track) when:

Red flags are flying above the range
The 'rifle range in use' warning signs are displayed at the park entry (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark)
Park entry gates are closed.

The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) is open when the rifle range is in use.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local area office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.

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Applies from Fri 25 Aug 2023, 2.48pm to Mon 30 Oct 2023, 2.48pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Sep 2023, 1.38pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in the following from Monday 4th September 2023 to Sunday 17th September 2023:

Abercrombie River National Park
Blue Mountains National Park
Gardens of Stone National Park
Jenolan Karst Conservation Area
Kanangra-Boyd National Park
Mares Forest National Park
Turon National Park
Wollemi 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 and 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 Oberon area office on 02 6336 6200.

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Applies from Thu 14 Sep 2023, 1.25pm to Mon 30 Oct 2023, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Sep 2023, 1.29pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program in Bangadilly NP, Bargo SCA, Burragorang SCA, Guula Ngurra,NP, Joadja NR, Nattai NP and Upper Nepean SCA from Monday 4th September 2023 to Sunday 17th September 2023

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 Glenbrook NPWS area office for more information on 02 4720 6200.

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Applies from Thu 14 Sep 2023, 11.54am to Fri 24 Nov 2023, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Sep 2023, 11.59am.

Closed areas: Mill Creek Precinct closed for road works

Mill Creek Precinct will be closed from 7:00am Monday 20 November 2023 to 2:00pm Friday 24 November 2023 for road works. The closed areas are:

Mill Creek Campground
Mill Creek Picnic Area
Grass Tree Circuit
11km Walking Track

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

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Applies from Wed 16 Aug 2023, 12.02pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Sep 2023, 12.02pm.

Closed areas: Perimeter trail closed for upgrades

Perimeter trail is closed from Thursday 24 August to Friday 22 September 2023 for upgrades.

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

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Applies from Fri 30 Dec 2022, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Sep 2023, 8.35am.

Closed areas: Longneck Lagoon walking track partial closure, Scheyville National Park

Longneck Lagoon walking track open. Boardwalk currently closed due to flood damage

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Applies from Wed 18 Aug 2021, 5.01pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Sep 2023, 8.34am.

Closed parks: Prospect Nature Reserve closed public

Prospect Nature Reserve is closed to the public indefinitely as it's part of a Special Water catchment area. There is no public access at any time.

If you wish to visit the Prospect Reservoir area, Andrew Campbell Reserve on William Lawson Drive has picnic tables, playground and toilet facilities.

For more information about visiting Andrew Campbell Reserve, please contact Sydney Water on 13 20 92.

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Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Sep 2023, 8.34am.

Closed parks: Kemps Creek Nature Reserve closed

This park is closed due to Phytophthora contamination, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Cumberland area office on 02 4572 3100.

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Applies from Mon 29 Sep 2014, 1.49pm to Sun 11 Aug 2024, 11.58am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Sep 2023, 4.16pm.

Closed areas: No access to Old Wagstaffe trail through private property

There is no public access to Old Wagstaffe trail through private property. Signs show where public access is not permitted.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Central Coast area office on 02 4320 4200.

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Applies from Mon 28 Aug 2023, 10.00am to Fri 13 Oct 2023, 3.14pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Sep 2023, 11.12am.

Closed areas: Trail Closures

Mt Cameron Fire Trail and Deep Pass North Fire Trail are closed for Fire Trail maintenance from Monday 28th August until Friday 13th October 2023. Deep Pass South remains open.

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

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Applies from Wed 7 Dec 2022, 5.39pm to Mon 27 Jan 2025, 5.40pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Sep 2023, 2.41pm.

Closed areas: Area closed - Pink Caves

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 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’s 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 Lake Munmorah office on 02 4972 9000.

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Applies from Thu 9 Jun 2022, 2.01pm to Sat 1 Jun 2024, 8.56am. Last reviewed: Sun 10 Sep 2023, 12.03pm.

Closed areas: Post Office Lodge closed for restoration works

Post Office Lodge in Yerranderie Regional Park is closed for restoration works until June 2024.

For further information please contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.

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Applies from Thu 7 Jul 2022, 9.11am. Last reviewed: Sun 10 Sep 2023, 12.02pm.

Safety alerts: 4WD Oberon Colong historic stock route - 4WD only access

The 4WD Oberon Colong historic stock route to Yerranderie is only accessible via 4WD vehicles. Some creek crossings may be inaccessible for vehicles with low clearance.

Please drive carefully and be aware of road conditions. For more information, call the Wollondilly Shire Council on 02 4677 1100.

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Applies from Sun 10 Sep 2023, 8.30am. Last reviewed: Sat 9 Sep 2023, 10.14am.

Hazard reduction burns: Charlton Creek HR

There is a fire in this park called Charlton 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 Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Sep 2023, 4.32pm.

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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Applies from Wed 31 Aug 2022, 12.45pm to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Sep 2023, 4.31pm.

Closed areas: Lemon Tree Road - Partial closure for roadworks

The section of Lemon Tree Road, between Prickly Ridge Road and Yambo Forest Road, is closed to all vehicles for reconstruction. This closure will remain in place due to severe erosion and 4WD vehicle damage. Rain has delayed the work again.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Sep 2023, 4.28pm.

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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Applies from Wed 16 Aug 2023, 3.39pm to Thu 30 Nov 2023, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Sep 2023, 3.42pm.

Closed areas: Campfire Creek (Red Hands Cave) walking track closed

Campfire Creek walking track (also known as Red Hands Cave walking track) and the adjoining Link track will be closed from Friday 1 September to Thursday 30 November 2023, for extensive flood damage repairs.

The closures will be managed in 2 stages:

Stage 1 - The section of Campfire Creek track from Glenbrook causeway to the intersection with Link track will be closed. During this period, Link track loop will remain open (start/finish at Red Hands Cave carpark).
Stage 2 - Link track loop will be closed. During this period the section of walking track from Glenbrook causeway to the Link intersection will be open.

Please note that Red Hands Cave will remain open to the public during this time, with access available via the road and Red Hands Cave carpark.

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

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Applies from Thu 2 Jun 2022, 3.56pm to Fri 29 Mar 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 2 Sep 2023, 8.22am.

Closed areas: Big Yango precinct closure (except Big Yango House, Haddens Hall and Mountain Arm campground)

The Big Yango precinct in Yengo National Park including Blue Gums campground, the Yango Loop trail and Yango walking track are closed from Thursday 2 June 2022 to Friday 29th March 2024 for repair and maintenance work.

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

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Applies from Fri 28 Jul 2023, 11.43am to Wed 1 Nov 2023, 11.43am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Sep 2023, 4.15pm.

Closed areas: Ben Bullen trail (Moffits trail) closed for road repairs

The following areas are closed due to trail repair work:

Ben Bullen trail (Moffits trail) from Hutchinson Road heading east to the Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area boundary
Baal Bone Gap picnic area

The trail has several large bog holes that are impassable to all vehicles. Due to these bog holes being impassable there is no through access to Wolgan Road from the Castlereagh Highway.

The repairs are expected to take up to 4 weeks for stage 1 from Ben Bullen to Baal Bone Gap.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Mudgee Area office on 02 6370 9000.

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Applies from Thu 31 Aug 2023, 9.51am to Thu 29 Feb 2024, 9.54am. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Aug 2023, 9.59am.

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing Poison 1080 baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in this park from Thursday 31 August 2023 until Thursday 31 February 2024.

The operation will involve the use of CPE's containing 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Some red meat may also be used.

The program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock.

All 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 baiting locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Please contact the NPWS Central West area office at Bathurst for more information on 02 6332 7640 or send an email.

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Applies from Thu 31 Aug 2023, 8.38am to Fri 6 Oct 2023, 8.38am. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Aug 2023, 8.46am.

Closed areas: Gap Creek Forest Walk

Gap Creek Forest Walk is closed due to a landslip and a rock fall. There is no visitor entry due to safety concerns and risk.. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS at Lake Munmorah on (02) 4972 9000.

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Applies from Tue 29 Aug 2023, 10.16am to Fri 29 Sep 2023, 10.26am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Aug 2023, 10.26am.

Closed areas: Lady Carrington Drive partial closure

A section on the southern side of Lady Carrington Drive is closed from Thursday 7 September to Friday 15 September 2023, to repair a landslide.

The section from the Forest Path junction north to Palona Cave trail will be closed. There will be no access to Palona Cave trail and no through traffic along Lady Carrington Drive during weekdays. Access will be restored for weekends during this construction period.

This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.

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Applies from Wed 30 Aug 2023, 12.10pm to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 10.32am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Aug 2023, 12.11pm.

Other planned events: 1080 pest management program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program will take place between Wednesday 30 August 2023 and Sunday 31 March 2024 in Towra Point Nature Reserve.

Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kurnell area office on 02 9668 2000 or the NPWS after hours call centre on 1300 056 294.

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Applies from Tue 22 Aug 2023, 12.30am to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 10.31am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Aug 2023, 11.53am.

Closed areas: Wentworth Falls picnic area carpark closed

Wentworth Falls picnic area carpark is closed to vehicles from Tuesday 22 August 2023 to mid-December 2023 for a carpark upgrade.

Access to tracks, toilets and lookouts will remain open to walkers. More information can be found at NSW Department of Planning and Environment website or by calling the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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Applies from Fri 25 Aug 2023, 2.31pm to Mon 30 Oct 2023, 2.31pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Aug 2023, 3.36pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW 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 NP, Wollemi SCA and Yengo NP from Monday 4th September 2023 to Sunday 17th 2023.

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.

Please contact the NPWS Bulga office for more information on 02 6574 5555

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Applies from Fri 25 Aug 2023, 11.37am to Mon 30 Oct 2023, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 7.44am.

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 4th September 2023 to Sunday 17th September 2023.

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.

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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Applies from Fri 25 Aug 2023, 11.39am to Mon 30 Oct 2023, 12.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Aug 2023, 2.05pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Avisford Nature Reserve (NR), Capertee National Park (NP), Dapper NR, Durridgere State Conservation Area (SCA), Gardens of Stone NP, Goodiman SCA, Goulburn River NP, Mugii Murum-ban SCA, Munghorn Gap NR, Wollemi NP and Yarrobil NP from Monday 4th September 2023 to Sunday 17th September 2023.

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.

Please contact the NPWS Mudgee office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

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Applies from Fri 25 Aug 2023, 2.22pm to Mon 30 Oct 2023, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Aug 2023, 1.58pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Abercrombie River National Park (NP), Avisford Nature Reserve (NR), Blue Mountains NP, Capertee NP, Dapper NR, Durridgere State Conservation Area (SCA), Gardens of Stone NP, Goodiman SCA, Goulburn River NP, Jenolan Karst Conservation Area (KCA), Kanangra-Boyd NP, Mares Forest NP, Mugii Murum-ban SCA, Munghorn Gap NR, Turon NP, Wollemi NP and Yarrobil NP from Monday 4th September 2023 to Sunday 17th September 2023.

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.

Please contact the local NPWS area office for more information:

Mudgee 02 6370 9000

Oberon 02 6336 6200

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Applies from Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Aug 2023, 10.38am.

Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground - Boobook section closed

The Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground has permanently closed due to flood damage. Please note that the rest of Wheeny Creek precinct remains open for bookings. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4720-6200.

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Applies from Thu 24 Aug 2023, 9.31am to Mon 16 Oct 2023, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 9.20am.

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting program from 22 May 2023 to 15 October 2023 in the following areas:

Dharug National Park
Koolewong Flora Reserve
Manobalai Nature Reserve
Parr State Conservation Area
Wollemi Flora Reserve
Wollemi National Park
Wollemi State Conservation Area
Yengo 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.

For more information, contact the NPWS Wollemi Yengo Area office at Bulga on 02 6574 5555.

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Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 9.42am.

Safety alerts: Curra Moors track in poor condition

Sections of Curra Moors loop track are in poor condition due to erosion. Please use caution and be aware of unstable edges.

Planning for repairs is in progress. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Tue 4 Jul 2023, 4.43pm to Fri 1 Dec 2023, 4.44pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 10.01am.

Closed areas: Closed trail due to damage

Bicentennial National Trail is closed to vehicle traffic from Cameron’s Point Junction through to Moffitt’s trail due to roadworks.

No through access to Baal Bone Gap Picnic Area or Gardens of Stone National Park.

There are several large bog holes on the trail that are impassable to all vehicles.

This closure may be extended depending on conditions, and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.

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

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Applies from Thu 20 Jul 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 10.05am.

Safety alerts: Haulage trucks using Old Bells Line of Rd

Haulage trucks are in operation along Old Bells Line of Rd between the park entrance near Chifley Road (Zig Zag Railway) and Clarence Sands during the following times:

• Monday to Friday: 04.00 to 18.00

• Saturday: 04.00 to 13.00

During these times road users are reminded to:

• drive with caution

• adhere to the speed limit of 40 km/hr

• listen for truck movements via UHF-11

If a UHF radio is unavailable, NPWS recommends to access the reserve via State Mine Gully Rd. For more information contact the Kanangra Area office on (02) 6336 6200.

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Applies from Mon 21 Aug 2023, 9.43am to Fri 21 Aug 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Aug 2023, 9.52am.

Other planned events: Construction Works Adjacent to Wyrrabalong National Park

Construction of the Magenta Shared Walkway on behalf of Central Coast Council is being undertaken adjacent to Wilfred Barret Drive, Magenta. These works are not within Wyrrabalong National Park and no clearing of Park Estate is planned to occur as part of these works. National Parks and Wildlife would encourage park visitors to follow any safety signage installed as part of these works. Further information regarding this project can be found at here at Magenta Shared Path Construction (continuation) | Central Coast Council (nsw.gov.au.

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Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Fri 18 Aug 2023, 8.48am.

Other planned events: Marangaroo National Park

If you plan to stay at an NPWS campground after 1 June 2020 you'll need to make a booking first. This also applies to campgrounds that did not require bookings previously.

If you can't find your preferred campground on a webpage for Marangaroo National Park, please check this list of lesser-known campgrounds and make your booking.

If you're still unable to find your preferred campground phone 1300 072 757.

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Applies from Fri 1 Sep 2023, 12.00am to Thu 29 Feb 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Aug 2023, 12.09pm.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Friday 1st September 2023 to Thursday 29 February 2024 within Winburndale Nature Reserve.

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

For further information call NPWS Central West Area Office on 02 6332 7640.

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Applies from Thu 17 Aug 2023, 8.57am to Fri 30 Aug 2024, 8.58am. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Sep 2023, 7.17am.

Closed areas: Jacks Track closed in Yengo National Park

Jacks Track in Yengo National Park is closed due to a dangerous landslip on private property. No access is permitted under any circumstances.

Walkers and mountain bike riders should use alternative trails.

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

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Applies from Fri 31 Mar 2023, 8.37am to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Sep 2023, 8.21am.

Other planned events: Bobbin Inn Cafe closed

Bobbin Inn Cafe in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is closed until further notice. The last day of trade was Monday 10 April 2023 (Easter Monday).

For further information please call the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.

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Applies from Tue 15 Aug 2023, 5.57pm to Fri 29 Sep 2023, 5.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Aug 2023, 6.15pm.

Closed areas: Temporary changes to pedestrian access

Wolli Creek walking track, near Bray Avenue will have detours in place from 14 August to 29 September 2023, while construction of the M6 Stage 1 Permanent Power Supply is completed. Please follow detour signs and instructions on site.

For further information about the project please visit: https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/current-projects/m6-stage-1

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

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Applies from Sun 17 Sep 2023, 5.00pm to Fri 9 Aug 2024, 8.09am. Last reviewed: Sun 10 Sep 2023, 3.16pm.

Closed parks: Muogamarra Nature Reserve closed

Muogamarra Nature Reserve is only open to the public for 6 weeks every year, around spring time.

Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access is restricted at other times to approved educational and research activities only.

For more information about the reserve, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.

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Applies from Wed 21 Jun 2023, 9.07am to Fri 29 Nov 2024, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Aug 2023, 3.57pm.

Closed areas: Kurnell foreshore partial closure

Transport for NSW is constructing ferry wharves at Kurnell and La Perouse. Closures will be in place until late 2024. There will be no public access to the foreshore area between Prince Charles Parade and the wharf along Monument walking track. Alternative pedestrian pathways will be in place to allow public access into Kamay Botany Bay National Park.

For more information visit the Kamay Ferry Wharves project webpage.

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Applies from Wed 22 Mar 2023, 2.18pm to Tue 31 Oct 2023, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Sep 2023, 7.47am.

Other planned events: Toilet blocks closed for upgrade works

Three toilet blocks in Georges River National Park will be closed for upgrades from Monday 14 August to Tuesday 31 October 2023. Temporary toilets will be available during the construction period.

Picnic areas will remain open during the works.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Mon 31 Jul 2023, 11.22pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 4.24am. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Aug 2023, 2.29pm.

Other planned events: 1080 pest management

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 1 August 2023 and Wednesday 31 January 2024 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

For more information, contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 or Lane Cove area office on 02 8448 0400 (during business hours). For after hours enquiries, contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 056 294.

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Applies from Tue 1 Aug 2023, 3.58pm to Tue 31 Oct 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Sep 2023, 12.12pm.

Closed areas: Wangi Circuit Link Walking Track is closed

Wangi Circuit Link walking track will be intermittently closed for track maintenance from Friday 3 February 2023 to Tuesday 31 October 2023.

You can still access Wangi Circuit walking track from Reserve Road.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100

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Applies from Thu 9 Feb 2023, 3.22pm to Fri 29 Sep 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Sep 2023, 8.21am.

Other planned events: Birrawanna track maintenance works

Track maintenance works will take place on the Birrawanna track from the beginning of February to the end of September 2023, weather dependent. Please be mindful of machinery on the trail and follow the directions of workers. Visitors may experience some delays.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.

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Applies from Thu 3 Aug 2023, 8.12am. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Jul 2023, 10.32am.

Hazard reduction burns: Marrangaroo HR

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 03/08/2023. The fire is called Marrangaroo 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 Thu 1 Jun 2023, 11.14am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Aug 2023, 6.27pm.

Closed areas: Happy Valley pedestrian bridge closed

Happy Valley pedestrian bridge will be closed to the public from Thursday 8 June to the end of October 2023 due to construction works. Access to the national park and the Congwong walking track during this time will be via Henry Head Lane. For further information call the NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511.

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Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 12.00am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Jul 2023, 11.57am.

Closed areas: Palm Jungle track closure - Eastern section

Palm Jungle loop track between Burning Palms and Werrong lookout is closed for major upgrade works from Monday 24 July 2023 to Sunday 30 June 2024.

This affects the eastern section of the loop track. You can still access Royal Coast track via Ridge trail.

The affected areas include:

Royal Coast track
Figure 8 Pools
Palm Jungle loop track

For more information, call the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 9.52am to Tue 31 Oct 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 3 Sep 2023, 4.37pm.

Closed areas: Waratah Ridge closed

Waratah Ridge Road is closed to all traffic from 21 February 2022 to 31 October 2023 as part of the Wartime Remnants Clean-up Project.

For more information please contact wartime.remnants@defence.gov.au

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Applies from Thu 6 Apr 2023, 8.04am to Thu 29 Feb 2024, 8.07am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Aug 2023, 8.34am.

Closed areas: Berowra walking track partial closure

Berowra walking track is partially closed until further notice from Waratah Bay to Apple Tree Bay, including the Mount Ku-ring-gai access track. Berowra walking track from Berowra Station to Waratah Bay is open for use.

There is a threat of rockfalls due to slope instability caused by recent weather events. NPWS is in the process of carrying out necessary repair works.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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Applies from Wed 28 Jun 2023, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Jul 2023, 2.06pm.

Hazard reduction burns: Ironbarks Cultural demonstration Burn

There is a fire in this park called Ironbarks Cultural demonstration Burn. 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 Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Sep 2023, 9.37am.

Closed areas: North Era campground closed

North Era campground is closed until further notice due to operational activities. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0632.

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Applies from Mon 1 May 2023, 7.30am to Thu 2 Nov 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Jul 2023, 12.37pm.

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting program from Tuesday 2 May 2023 to Thursday 2 November 2023 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 (Wolgan Valley area)
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.

For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200.

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Applies from Mon 4 Jul 2022, 4.48pm. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Aug 2023, 10.52am.

Closed areas: Ingar Road partial closure

There is no vehicle or pedestrian access to the section of Ingar Road past the end of Queen Elizabeth Drive. Please do not enter private property.

This means there is no vehicle access to Ingar campground. You can access Ingar campground by hiking in via Andersons fire trail or Bedford Road.

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

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Applies from Thu 25 May 2023, 12.20pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Sep 2023, 8.12am.

Safety alerts: New safety barricade installed on Woodford Oaks trail

A new safety barricade has been installed at the road crossing to Red Hands Cave on Woodford Oaks trail. It's designed to slow bikes and have them ride parallel to the road before crossing so vehicles can see them.

For further information, contact the NPWS Glenbrook area office on 02 4720 6200.

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Applies from Mon 3 Jul 2023, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Jul 2023, 2.09pm.

Closed areas: Mirang Campground Closed

Mirang Campground is closed for the foreseeable future due to facilities maintenance and upgrades. Please check the website for updates on re-opening.

For further information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Sat 1 Jul 2023, 8.19am to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 9 Sep 2023, 8.31am.

Other planned events: Notice of fire trail maintenance program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is undertaking fire trail maintenance works at various locations throughout Brisbane Water National Park. Work is expected to be completed by the 31 December 2023 (pending suitable weather conditions).

The maintenance work will repair damaged surfaces, drainage assets and infrastructure that supports and is essential to the ongoing operation of the trails as well as maintaining vegetation clearances.

Trails will remain open for the duration of the construction works, with adequate signage and diversions (if required) in place.

Please contact the the local Central Coast area office on 02 4320 4200 for more information.

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Applies from Sat 1 Jul 2023, 8.12am to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 9 Sep 2023, 8.31am.

Closed areas: Kariong Brook Waterhole and Waterfall Closed

The waterhole and waterfall at Kariong Brook is closed until further notice due to risk of rockfall.

The adjacent Great North Walk will remain open.

Signs are in place around the closed area.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Central Coast NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.

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Applies from Mon 31 Jul 2023, 10.02pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 3.03am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Jun 2023, 12.07pm.

Other planned events: 1080 feral animal management program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits and fresh baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 1 August 2023 and Wednesday 31 January 2024 in Lane Cove National Park. Don’t touch baits. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.

For more information, contact the local park office on 02 8448 0400 during business hours, or 1300 056 294 after hours.

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Applies from Mon 31 Jul 2023, 10.10pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 3.12am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.36am.

Other planned events: 1080 feral animal baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 1 August 2023 and Wednesday 31 January 2024 in the following areas:

Chowder Bay and Dobroyd, Bradleys, Georges, Middle and North Headlands
North Head includes the adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management and Quarantine Station.

Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

For more information contact the NPWS Middle Head office on 02 9960 6266 (business hours), North Head Sanctuary Manly (Harbour Trust Lands) on 02 8969 2128 (business hours) or the NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294.

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Applies from Fri 3 Feb 2023, 12.17pm to Fri 31 May 2024, 3.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jun 2023, 4.11pm.

Closed areas: Shark Beach and the promenade at Nielsen Park closed

Shark Beach and the beach front at Nielsen Park are closed while the new concrete seawall, bleachers and promenade are under construction. For more information on this project, please visit the project webpage or phone the NPWS Sydney South office on 02 9337 5511.

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Applies from Tue 24 Jan 2023, 10.00am to Fri 31 May 2024, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jun 2023, 3.29pm.

Closed areas: Gardeners Cottage closure

Gardeners Cottage will not be available for bookings until the replacement of the concrete seawall at Shark Beach, Nielsen Park has been completed. For more information on the seawall replacement please visit the project website or call the NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511.

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Applies from Mon 31 Jul 2023, 11.55pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 3.57am. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Jun 2023, 12.01pm.

Other planned events: ‘1080 pest management’

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 August 2023 and 31 January 2024 in Garigal National Park. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

For more information, contact the local park office on:

Forestville 9451 3479 (business hours)

NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)

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Applies from Wed 31 May 2023, 9.40am to Fri 29 Sep 2023, 9.42am. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Sep 2023, 3.17pm.

Closed areas: Kanangra-Boyd management trail closures

The following fire trails in Kanangra Boyd National Park are closed from Thursday 30 June 2022 to Friday 29 September 2023 due to flooding events and current track conditions:

Mini Mini/Waterfall Creek
Beefsteak Creek
Gilbraltar
Budthingaroo
Mumbedah
Ben Lomond

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

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Applies from Wed 30 Sep 2020, 11.54am to Wed 31 Jan 2024, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 9 Sep 2023, 8.30am.

Safety alerts: Ironbark Road access to picnic area - Last 850m 4WD only

The last 850m along Ironbark Road (Crown Road) to access Ironbark picnic area is currently limited to 4WD vehicles only. This section is not suitable to conventional 2WD vehicles due to a severely eroded hill along the Crown Road. Visitors to this section of the park travelling by conventional 2WD vehicles will have to walk the last 850 metres to access to the start of the park and Ironbark picnic area.

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Applies from Tue 13 Jun 2023, 6.00am to Fri 29 Dec 2023, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Sep 2023, 9.11am.

Closed areas: Somersby Falls picnic area and walking track closed

Somersby Falls picnic area and walking track, including access to the waterfalls will be closed from Tuesday 13th June 2023 to 31 December 2023 while the picnic area is being upgraded.

The proposed upgrade will improve visitor safety, accessibility and protect sensitive cultural heritage.

Consider visiting the nearby Girrakool picnic area less than 5 minutes away which also has waterfalls, walking tracks and a well established picnic area.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Central Coast Area Office on 02 4320 4200.

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Applies from Thu 11 May 2023, 11.49am to Thu 30 Nov 2023, 11.52am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Sep 2023, 7.45am.

Closed areas: Areas closed for West Head lookout upgrades

The following areas are closed from Monday 22 May to Thursday 30 November 2023 while West Head lookout upgrades are underway:

West Head lookout
The loop section of West Head Road
West Head Army track.

Vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians will have access to the Resolute picnic area and public toilets. Access is restricted past this point.

The following walking tracks remain open:

Red Hands track
Aboriginal Heritage track
Resolute track, including access to Resolute Beach and West Head Beach
Mackeral Beach track
Koolewong track.

The West Head lookout cannot be accessed from any of these tracks.

For more information, visit the project webpage.

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Applies from Thu 23 Feb 2023, 4.32pm to Fri 31 May 2024, 4.49pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Sep 2023, 3.20pm.

Safety alerts: Remote walking track conditions

Remote routes within the Kanangra Wilderness Area including Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) trail have been impacted by heavy fire regrowth and flood damage.

If you plan to walk in the area, please ensure you have an appropriate level of experience, navigation skills and equipment.

Mobile reception is limited so alternative communication methods are strongly recommended.

For more information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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Applies from Wed 2 Feb 2022, 9.20am to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sun 10 Sep 2023, 3.23pm.

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 January 2024
Martindale trail - closed until November 2023
Hunter Main trail:
- Raspberry Junction to Three Ways - closed until November 2023

Visitor areas that are currently closed include:

California Hut - closed until late January 2024

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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Applies from Tue 28 Mar 2023, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Sep 2023, 9.37am.

Closed areas: Lake Toolooma Fire Trail Closed due to sink hole

Lake Toolooma Fire Trail is closed to Pedestrians and Vehicles North of Tooloma Dam due to a large sink hole.

Visitors are reminded not to continue walking past Tooloma dam.

The section of the track will reopen when it is safe to do so. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 11.17am to Fri 1 Dec 2023, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 9 Sep 2023, 8.31am.

Closed areas: Brieses fire trail partial closure

The section of Brieses fire trail between Mooney Mooney Creek and Old Mooney Dam trail is closed until further notice due to a landslip, making it unsafe for vehicles.

Signs are in place around closed areas. This area will re-open as soon as it is safe and repair works have been completed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.

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Applies from Wed 31 Mar 2021, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Aug 2023, 12.41pm.

Closed areas: Bluefish Point closed

The Bluefish Point bushland area is closed to public access for public safety and to protect important plant and animal communities. For your safety and to help conserve the landscape, please stay on sign-posted walking tracks when visiting Sydney Harbour National Park.

Shelly Beach to Bluefish walking track is open.

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Applies from Tue 21 Mar 2023, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Sep 2023, 2.47pm.

Closed areas: Six Foot track - Bowtells Bridge closure

Bowtells swing bridge on Six Foot track is closed to protect public safety. An upgrade is being planned, and the bridge is expected to reopen at the end of 2023. Signs and barriers are in place to prevent access onto the bridge.

Crown Lands, which manages the bridge, is advising track users not to attempt to cross Coxs River. Any attempts to cross the river are at your own risk and are discouraged due to the potential for slips or falls, rainfall and risk of flash flooding.

For further information visit the Six Foot track website.

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Applies from Thu 16 Mar 2023, 12.28pm to Mon 16 Oct 2023, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Sep 2023, 7.41am.

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Nattai National Park. The program will be continuous and ongoing between 26 April and 27 September 2023 in Nattai 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.

For further information please call the NPWS Glenbrook area office on 02 4720 6200.

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Applies from Thu 15 Dec 2022, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Jul 2023, 11.12am.

Closed areas: North Mackerel track closed and Mackerel trail partially closed

North Mackerel track is permanently closed due to a potential risk of rockfalls and unstable cliff edges in the Great Mackerel Beach area.

The only designated land access to or from Great Mackerel Beach is via Mackerel track to the north, which intersects with Resolute track.

Due to land instability and risk to personal safety, there is no through or return access to or from the following places:

The south end of Great Mackerel Beach via The Basin or Mackerel trail
The west of Great Mackerel Beach via North Mackerel track, which is closed.

Please remember the risks associated with visiting natural areas, including rock falls, unstable edges, falling branches and interactions with wildlife.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Fri 24 Mar 2023, 9.31am. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 5.31pm.

Closed areas: Section of Casuarina track closed for track maintenance

Part of Casuarina track is closed from Thursday 23 March 2023 until further notice due to maintenance on the footbridge.

The closed area is the section of Casuarina track between the end of Boree Road and the Carrol Creek track intersection.

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

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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Sep 2023, 12.41pm.

Closed areas: Carinya fire trail closed due to rockfall risk

Carinya fire trail is closed due to rockfall risk caused by recent wet weather.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 9000.

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Applies from Fri 4 Jan 2019, 1.28pm to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 1.38pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Sep 2023, 9.40am.

Closed areas: Morisset Picnic Area Closed

The Morisset section of Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area is closed from Thursday 20 December 2019. There is now no public access to the following areas:

The Morisset Hospital site
Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area foreshore
Morisset picnic area.

Alternative picnic areas are located in the Lake Macquarie Council area in and around the Morisset and Bonnells Bay foreshores. There is no public access to view the kangaroos that frequent the hospital site. Members of the public can contact the hospital administrative office on 02 4973 0222.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Sat 8 Oct 2022, 9.33am to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 11.01am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Sep 2023, 9.41am.

Closed areas: Great North Walk - partial closure

The section of Great North Walk between the Cherry Lane track-head and Tooheys Road, Kulnura, is closed until further notice due to track and bridge damage from recent severe weather events.

For your safety, please avoid this area until damage assessments can be made and any safety issues rectified. This area will re-open as soon as it is safe for visitors.

Alternative bushwalking access is via Tooheys Road to Forest Road, then west to the intersection of Cherry Lane and Greta Road, Kulnura.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jun 2023, 10.44am.

Closed areas: Kurnell Visitor Centre closed for upgrades

Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed until further notice. The site is being prepared for a new visitor centre as part of the Kamay 2020 Project.

Learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Project or email the local area office.

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Applies from Thu 19 May 2022, 1.42pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 9.29am.

Closed areas: Pt Hatteras Trail closed due to trail damage

There is no vehicle access to the Point Hatteras Trail in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area due to trail conditions from the extended periods of wet weather.

There is no vehicle access to the following areas

Point Hatteras

For more information please contact the Mudgee Area Office on 02 6370 9000 or npws.mudgee@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Wed 3 Aug 2022, 10.43am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Sep 2023, 8.55am.

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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Applies from Thu 9 Jul 2020, 2.52pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.01pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Sep 2023, 10.44am.

Closed areas: Sugarloaf car park closed

Sugarloaf car park is no longer open to the public. We apologise for any inconvenience.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood Area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Tue 18 Feb 2020, 5.42pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 9.29am.

Closed areas: Tramway trail closed due to rockfall

Tramway trail in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area is closed to vehicles until further notice. The closure is due to a rockfall adjacent to the trail.

A geotechnical risk assessment has been undertaken. Repairs to address safety issues need to be undertaken before reopening. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6370 9000.

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Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Aug 2023, 12.23pm.

Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times

The North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times are:

From 1 October to 31 March - from 5am to 8.30pm
From 1 April to 30 September - 6am to 6pm

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Applies from Mon 7 Nov 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Jul 2023, 8.54am.

Closed areas: Timber Beach Walking Track closed due to flood damage

The Timber Beach walking track is closed until further notice. The track is impassable due to recent severe storm damage causing hazardous conditions. For visitor safety this track is currently closed to the public. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the local NPWS office on 49729000

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Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Jul 2023, 1.15pm.

Closed areas: Fort Denison closed

Fort Denison is currently closed.

Conservation and upgrade works are currently underway. Key elements include the construction of a new accessible wharf and maintenance and upgrade to buildings and services. Fort Denison will be closed to visitors until these works have been completed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Standard work hours during the construction phase will be between:

7am and 6pm Monday to Friday
8am and 1pm on Saturday

For more information, visit the project webpage or call the NPWS Sydney South area office on 02 9337 5511. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Aug 2023, 12.15pm.

Closed areas: Garie Road closed due to damage

Garie Road is closed until further notice due to damage to the road surface.

This road may remain closed for some time to allow for extensive repairs. A reopening date is not currently known.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check Live Traffic NSW for updates before driving to Garie Beach.

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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 7.52am.

Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed

Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4588 2400.

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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 9.42am.

Closed areas: The Coast track partial closure - Little Garie

The Coast track is closed between Garie and Little Garie until further notice due to rockfalls and erosion.

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

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Applies from Thu 6 Oct 2022, 1.29pm. Last reviewed: Sat 16 Sep 2023, 8.46am.

Closed areas: Moonee Beach access trail closure

The south Moonee beach access trail located at the northern end of the Moonee Beach fire trail will be closed indefinitely due to cultural heritage sensitivity.

Alternate access to the beach is provided via Moonee Beach Trail, or, Hooey Street Catherine Hill Bay.

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

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Applies from Wed 10 Feb 2016, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 5.31pm.

Closed areas: Flat Rock track partial closure

The section of Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance to the Downpatrick Street entrance, is permanently closed where the old track passes through private property near Killarney Point.

Please note:

Walkers heading west should exit Flat Rock track at the eastern end of Killarney Drive and use Killarney Drive until you reach Downpatrick Street. Then walk down the street and re-enter Flat Rock track from the Downpatrick Street fire trail.
Walkers heading east should exit Flat Rock track at the Downpatrick Street fire trail and use Downpatrick Street, then Killarney Drive until you reach the end of Killarney Drive. Re-enter Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.

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Applies from Fri 1 Oct 2021, 9.47am to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.01pm. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Aug 2023, 10.18am.

Closed areas: Toilet closures in Lane Cove National Park

Some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends, public holidays and during school holidays. The closed toilets are at:

Carters Creek (Area 9)
Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
Haynes Flat (Area 32)

Please note: This does not apply to bookings. Where there are bookings, toilets will be opened.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.

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Applies from Tue 29 Oct 2019, 2.58pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Sep 2023, 10.44am.

Safety alerts: Swimming safety in Berowra Valley National Park

Swimming is not advisable in Berowra Creek at certain times as the water may be subject to variable pollution levels and algal blooms. Please refer to the Hornsby Shire Council website before swimming in Berowra Creek. Alternatively you can call the Hornsby Council 24 hour information line on 9847 6666 or the Algal information line on 1800 999 457.

Swimming at Fishponds is not advised at any time due to heavy water pollution.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Thu 24 Dec 2020, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 9.29am.

Safety alerts: Drinking water in Capertee National Park

You'll need to bring your own water for drinking and cooking in Capertee National Park. Water supplied at Capertee Homestead and Capertee Cottage is untreated and only suitable for showering and washing dishes.

Campers at Capertee and Policemans Point campgrounds should not use water from Capertee River for drinking or cooking.

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Upcoming management events

Upcoming management events
Date	Event	Title
29 September 2023	Fire bans	South Coast Branch Park Fire Ban	Details
Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 5.54pm A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as: They're under direct control of an adult The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket) If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page. Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list Dharawal National Park Dharawal State Conservation Area Details
1 October 2023	Fire bans	Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area park fire ban	Details
Applies from Sun 1 Oct 2023, 9.14am to Wed 1 May 2024, 9.15am. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Sep 2023, 9.20am A park fire ban is in effect from Sunday 1 October 2023 to Tuesday 30 April 2024 unless otherwise extended or removed at Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area. The park fire ban applies to all areas of the park. During the ban, all campfires and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as: They're under direct control of an adult The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket) If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the Oberon NPWS office on 02 6336 6200 before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area Details
3 October 2023	Other planned events	Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program	Details
Applies from Tue 3 Oct 2023, 6.00am to Sun 15 Oct 2023, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 11.16am The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Watagans, Brisbane Water and Popran National Parks from 7 October 2023 to 15 October 2023. 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. Landlords, please notify tenants or visitors to your property of the proposed operation. Please contact the local Central Coast NPWS area office for more information on 02 4320 4200. Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list Brisbane Water National Park Popran National Park Details
3 October 2023	Closed areas	Boyd River campground closed for upgrade	Details
Applies from Tue 3 Oct 2023, 2.47pm to Fri 6 Oct 2023, 3.40pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 1.52pm Boyd River Campground will be closed from Tuesday 3 to Friday 6 October 2023 while the campground is being upgraded. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Oberon NPWS office on (02) 6336 6200. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Kanangra-Boyd National Park Details
4 October 2023	Closed areas	Walking track closure and delays	Details
Applies from Wed 4 Oct 2023, 12.00am to Wed 4 Oct 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 3.37pm Helicopter operations will take place between 7am to 5pm on Wednesday 4 October 2023 in Heathcote National Park. The following areas will be affected by intermittent closures: Kingfisher pool campground and picnic area Bullawarring Track Walkers should expect short delays. Please follow directions of NPWS staff in all affected areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Heathcote National Park Details
4 October 2023	Closed areas	Walking track closure and delays	Details
Applies from Wed 4 Oct 2023, 12.01am to Wed 4 Oct 2023, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 2.56pm Helicopter operations will take place from 7am to 12pm on Wednesday 4 October 2023 in Royal National Park. The following areas will be affected: Wattamolla picnic area will be closed from 6am to 12pm The Coast track at Wattamolla will remain open, however walkers should expect short delays. Please follow directions of NPWS staff in all affected areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Royal National Park Details
4 October 2023	Closed areas	Sunnyside Ridge Road closed for road repairs	Details
Applies from Wed 4 Oct 2023, 5.00am to Fri 6 Oct 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 10.35am Sunnyside Ridge Road closed for road repairs from 5am Wednesday 4th October to 5pm Friday 6th October. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area Details
5 October 2023	Closed areas	Area closed for helicopter operation	Details
Applies from Thu 5 Oct 2023, 7.00am to Thu 5 Oct 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Sep 2023, 11.56am The following areas are closed between 7am and 4pm Thursday 5 October 2023 while helicopter operations are underway: Girrakool Picnic Area Girrakool Loop walking track Piles Creek Loop Walking Track Great North Walk between Old Pacific Highway and Wondabyne Train Station Great North Walk between Rifle Range Fire Trail and Tommos Loop Fire Trail (including Kariong Brook) Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Brisbane Water National Park Details
6 October 2023	Closed areas	Walking track closure and delays	Details
Applies from Fri 6 Oct 2023, 12.00am to Fri 6 Oct 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 3.13pm Helicopter operations will take place from 7am to 5pm on Friday 6 October 2023 in Royal National Park. The following areas will be affected by closures: Southern entry to Royal Coast track (Otford). Werrong Beach track. Garawarra Ridge trail. Garawarra Farm will remain open for access to Figure Eight Pools, however walkers should expect short delays. Please follow directions of NPWS staff in all affected areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Royal National Park Details
9 October 2023	Closed areas	Perrys Lookdown and Anvil Rock closed for upgrades	Details
Applies from Mon 9 Oct 2023, 6.00am to Wed 20 Dec 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 6.20pm The following areas in Blue Mountains National Park will be closed for upgrades during the times mentioned below: Perrys Lookdown access road and picnic area will be closed for upgrades from Monday 9 October to Wednesday 20 December 2023 and from Monday 5 February to Friday 23 February 2024. Anvil Rock access road and picnic area will be closed for upgrades from Tuesday 3 October to Wednesday 20 December 2023 and from Monday 5 February to Friday 23 February 2024. Perrys Lookdown campground is closed Access into the Grose Valley (Acacia Flat and Blue Gum Forest) is via Victoria Falls, Pierces Pass or Lockleys Pylon. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Blue Mountains National Park Details
9 October 2023	Closed areas	Bulgandry Art Site Aboriginal Place Closed for Road Works	Details
Applies from Mon 9 Oct 2023, 7.00am to Fri 20 Oct 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Sep 2023, 8.44am Bulgandry Art Site Aboriginal Place and carpark are closed from 0700 Monday 9 October to 1800 Friday 20 October 2023 for road maintenance. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Brisbane Water National Park Details
9 October 2023	Closed areas	Boyd River campground closed for upgrade	Details
Applies from Mon 9 Oct 2023, 1.52pm to Fri 13 Oct 2023, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 1.54pm Boyd River Campground will be closed from Monday 9 to Friday 13 October 2023 while the campground is being upgraded. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Oberon NPWS office on (02) 6336 6200. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Kanangra-Boyd National Park Details
15 October 2023	Closed areas	Cox River Corridor and Wild dog Mountains closure	Details
Applies from Sun 15 Oct 2023, 11.52am to Fri 20 Oct 2023, 11.54am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 6.22pm The Cox River corridor and Wild dog Mountains section of Blue Mountains National Park will be closed from 5pm, Sunday 15 October to 5pm, Friday 20 October 2023. This closure is to allow for aerial vertebrate pest management. Signs will be placed at all public entry points to the Cox's River and Wild dog Mountains. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Blue Mountains National Park Details
15 October 2023	Closed parks	Closed Park - Aerial pest control operations	Details
Applies from Sun 15 Oct 2023, 5.00pm to Fri 20 Oct 2023, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 9.14am The following parks are closed from 5pm Sunday 15th October 2023 to 5:30pm Friday 20th October 2023 for an aerial pest control operation. - Kanangra-Boyd National Park (excluding the Six Foot Track) - Jenolan Karst Conservation Area (Jenolan Caves Visitor Precinct remains open) - Abercrombie River NP/SCA (excluding Bummaroo Ford) - Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve - Yerranderie State Conservation Area (Oberon-Colong historic stock route and Yerranderie Regional Park remain open) - Mares Forest NP - Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve - Turon National Park Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Oberon NPWS office (02) 6336 6200. Affects 6 parks in this region: Show list Abercrombie River National Park Abercrombie River State Conservation Area Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve Kanangra-Boyd National Park Turon National Park Yerranderie State Conservation Area Details
15 October 2023	Closed areas	Southern section of park closed for aerial pest control operation	Details
Applies from Sun 15 Oct 2023, 5.00pm to Fri 20 Oct 2023, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 9.15am The southern section of Blue Mountains National Park is closed from 5pm, Sunday 15 October 2023 to 5.30pm Friday 20 October 2023 for an aerial pest control operation. K2K and Katoomba to Mittagong walks will be closed. Oberon-Colong historic stock route and Yerranderie Regional Park remain open. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Oberon area office on 02 6336 6200. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Blue Mountains National Park Details
16 October 2023	Closed areas	Road and track closures	Details
Applies from Mon 16 Oct 2023, 5.00am to Fri 20 Oct 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 Sep 2023, 1.10pm The following roads and walking tracks are closed from Monday 16 October 2023 to Friday 20 October 2023 (weather-permitting) for a helicopter operation to deliver materials to worksites: Glowworm Tunnel Road including the carpark (closed near Deep Pass intersection). Old Coach Road, including the carpark. Galah Mountain Road Dry Canyon Glowworm tunnel walking tracks Pagoda track Glowworm to Newnes (from ‘4ways’). Tiger Snake Canyon access track Rocky Creek Canyon track. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200. Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area Wollemi National Park Details
16 October 2023	Closed parks	Parks closed for aerial pest control program	Details
Applies from Mon 16 Oct 2023, 6.00am to Fri 3 Nov 2023, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Sep 2023, 11.32am NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an aerial pest control program from Monday 16 October to Friday 3 November 2023. The following reserves will be closed during this period(excluding weekends and public holidays): Bangadilly National Park Burragorang State Conservation Area (including Burragorang lookout, which will reopen on public holidays and weekends) Guula Ngurra National Park Joadja Nature Reserve Jellore Flora Reserve Nattai National Park Nattai State Conservation Area Wollondilly River Nature Reserve Upper Nepean State Conservation Area (including Stage 2 lands north of Tourist Road) Barralier WaterNSW freehold lands Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4632 4500. Alternatively, visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines. Affects 4 parks in this region: Show list Burragorang State Conservation Area Nattai National Park Nattai State Conservation Area Upper Nepean State Conservation Area Details
29 October 2023	Closed areas	Aerial pest control operation - Southern section of park closed	Details
Applies from Sun 29 Oct 2023, 5.00pm to Fri 3 Nov 2023, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 9.15am The southern section of Blue Mountains National Park is closed from 5pm, Sunday 29 October to 5.30pm, Friday 3 November 2023 for an aerial pest control operation. K2K and Katoomba to Mittagong walks will be closed Oberon-Colong historic stock route and Yerranderie Regional Park remain open. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Oberon area office on 02 6336 6200. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Blue Mountains National Park Details
29 October 2023	Closed parks	Closed Park - Aerial pest control operations	Details
Applies from Sun 29 Oct 2023, 5.00pm to Fri 3 Nov 2023, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 9.15am The following parks are closed from 5pm Sunday 29th October 2023 to 5:30pm Friday 3rd November 2023 for an aerial pest control operation. - Kanangra-Boyd National Park (excluding the Six Foot Track) - Jenolan Karst Conservation Area (Jenolan Caves Visitor Precinct remains open) - Abercrombie River NP/SCA (excluding Bummaroo Ford) - Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve - Yerranderie State Conservation Area (Oberon-Colong historic stock route and Yerranderie Regional Park remain open) - Mares Forest NP - Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Oberon NPWS office (02) 6336 6200. Affects 5 parks in this region: Show list Abercrombie River National Park Abercrombie River State Conservation Area Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve Kanangra-Boyd National Park Yerranderie State Conservation Area Details
30 October 2023	Closed areas	Road and track closures	Details
Applies from Mon 30 Oct 2023, 5.00am to Fri 3 Nov 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 Sep 2023, 1.17pm The following roads and walking tracks are closed from 5am Monday 30 October 2023 to 6pm Friday 03 November 2023 (weather-permitting) for a helicopter operation to deliver materials to worksites: Glowworm Tunnel Road including the carpark (closed near Deep Pass intersection). Old Coach Road, including the carpark. Galah Mountain Road Dry Canyon Glowworm tunnel walking tracks Pagoda track Glowworm to Newnes (from ‘4ways’). Tiger Snake Canyon access track Rocky Creek Canyon track. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200. Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area Wollemi National Park Details
1 November 2023	Closed areas	Kedumba campground closure	Details
Applies from Wed 1 Nov 2023, 1.31pm to Mon 11 Dec 2023, 1.33pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 2.07pm Kedumba River Crossing campground will be closed from Wednesday 1 November to Monday 11 December 2023. The closure is to allow for roadworks on Kedumba Pass. Kedumba Pass will not be accessible during this time. Affects 1 park in this region: Show list Blue Mountains National Park Details
11 December 2023	Closed areas	Road and track closures	Details
Applies from Mon 11 Dec 2023, 5.00am to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Sep 2023, 6.27pm The following roads and walking tracks are closed from Monday 11 December to Friday 15 December 2023 (weather-permitting) for a helicopter operation to deliver materials to worksites: Glowworm Tunnel Road including the carpark (closed near Deep Pass intersection). Old Coach Road, including the carpark. Galah Mountain Road Dry Canyon track Glowworm tunnel walking tracks Pagoda track Glowworm to Newnes (from ‘4 ways’). Tiger Snake Canyon access track Rocky Creek Canyon track. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200. Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area Wollemi National Park Details

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