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Menindee Lakes and Kinchega guided tours

Kinchega National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 12.15pm

Applies from Mon 11 Dec 2023, 11.45am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 12.15pm.

Closed areas: Darling River campground is closed from campsite 30 to 34.

Darling River campground, on River Drive, is closed from campsite 30 to 34 for maintenance.  Please do not drive past the barriers. For further information please contact the Broken Hill NPWS office on 08 8084 2880. 

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Applies from Mon 10 Jan 2022, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 12.15pm.

Closed areas: Emu Lake Drive closed indefinitely for maintenance

Emu Lake Drive is a small road connecting Woolshed Drive to Tandou Road within Kinchega NP and it remains closed indefinitely due to ongoing maintenance.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Thu 16 May 2024, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 9.44am

Closed areas: Coach and Horses campground is closed due to rain.

Coach and Horses campground is closed due to rain. When the access road from Wilcannia to Bourke opens up the campground will be accessible again. For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks and Wildlife office on 08 8084 2880. 

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Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 8.49am

Safety alerts: Unsealed Council access roads in variable condition

Council-managed access roads to Mungo National Park are unsealed and in variable condition. Before travelling on any unsealed roads, please check road condition reports for Balranald, Wentworth and Central Darling Shires. Do not travel on closed Council roads.

There are numerous access routes to Mungo National Park and conditions can change quickly due to the weather.

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Applies from Thu 30 Nov 2023, 2.01pm to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 8.49am

Closed areas: Mungo lakebed (bike) trail closed

The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.

The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open.

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

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Applies from Fri 3 May 2024, 11.07am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 May 2024, 12.28pm

Closed areas: Access Silver City Highway via 2WD and via Waterbag Road is 4WD

Access via Silver City Highway is 2WD and via Waterbag Road is 4WD. White Cliffs access to Mutawintji National Park remains closed.   For further details please contact the Broken Hill National Park office on 08 8084 2880.

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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2024, 3.46pm

Fire bans: Park fire ban

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) 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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.

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Applies from Tue 16 Apr 2024, 8.35am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 May 2024, 9.09am

Closed areas: Mungo Woolshed closed for conservation works

Mungo Woolshed is closed for heritage conservation works.

The closure means there will be no public access to the building during this time.

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

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/guided-tours/menindee-lakes-and-kinchega-guided-tours/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Kinchega National Park in the Outback NSW region
  • Kinchega National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $8 per vehicle per day. The park has a pay and display envelope payment system - please bring correct coins.

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Emergency services

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For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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