Applies from Fri 30 Dec 2022, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2024, 9.28am.
Closed areas: Longneck Lagoon walking track partial closure, Scheyville National Park
Longneck Lagoon walking track open. Boardwalk currently closed due to flood damage
Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2024, 9.28am
Applies from Fri 30 Dec 2022, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2024, 9.28am.
Longneck Lagoon walking track open. Boardwalk currently closed due to flood damage
Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 3.30pm
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
Wentworth Falls and Woodford
Blackheath, Mount Victoria and Bells Line of Road
Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing
Some adventure recreation areas and routes are specifically closed where the access or exit road/track is mentioned above.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
Applies from Wed 15 May 2024, 12.41pm to Wed 12 Jun 2024, 4.43pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 May 2024, 1.28pm
Some areas in Wollemi National Park around Ganguddy-Dunns Swamp Campground are closed from 7am, 29 May 2024 to 5pm, 12 June 2024 for a ground pest control operation.
The closed areas are:
The Ganguddy-Dunns Swamp campground and nearby walking tracks will remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Tue 14 May 2024, 11.38am to Fri 14 Jun 2024, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 May 2024, 11.43am
Some areas in this park are closed from 12am 3 June 2024 to 12am 14 June 2024 for a ground pest control operation.
The closed areas are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office: (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 13 May 2024, 11.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 May 2024, 11.10am
Scheyville National Park Horse riding trails closed due to heavy rain.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Cumberland Area Office on (02) 4580 2750.
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Applies from Mon 8 Apr 2024, 12.00pm to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 May 2024, 9.36am
NPWS will be implementing roadside vegetation management during May and June 2024 in the Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area and Wollemi National Park.
Roads affected are:
• Camp Road between Eastern Boundary Road and Forest Camp:
o Closed to the public for approximately 1 week.
o Access to Forest Camp via Eastern Boundary Road
• Glowworm Tunnel Road from Bungleboori Day Use Area to Galah Mountain Road:
o Traffic control will be in place for approximately 3 to 4 weeks. Sections of the road will be one-way traffic only. Expect short delays.
Please use caution when driving and obey all signs and directions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra office on 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 10 May 2024, 2.48pm to Fri 26 Jul 2024, 2.48pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 May 2024, 2.29pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program from Monday 20th May 2024 to Friday 31st May 2024.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will take place in Abercrombie River National Park (NP), Abercrombie River State Conservation Area (SCA), Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (KCR), Kanangra-Boyd NP Mares Forest NP and Turon NP.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local Oberon NPWS area office for more information on 02 6336 6200.
Applies from Fri 10 May 2024, 11.37am to Fri 26 Jul 2024, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 May 2024, 2.29pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program from Monday 20th May 2024 to Friday 31st May 2024.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will take place in Wollemi National Park
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local NPWS area office for more information:
Mudgee 02 6370 9000
Oberon 02 6336 6200
Bulga 02 6574 5555
Glenbrook 02 4720 6200
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Applies from Wed 8 May 2024, 2.09pm to Sun 6 Oct 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 May 2024, 2.19pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 20th May 2024 to Sunday 6th October 2024.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will take place in Dharug National Park (NP), Koolewong Flora Reserve (FR), Manobalai Nature Reserve (NR), Parr State Conservation Area (SCA), Wollemi FR, Wollemi NP, Wollemi SCA, Yengo NP.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the Wollemi Yengo NPWS area office for more information on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Wed 15 May 2024, 6.00am to Fri 19 Jul 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 May 2024, 1.16pm
Newnes campground in Wollemi National Park is closed for maintenance from Wednesday 15 May to Friday 19 July 2024.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 3 May 2024, 10.35am to Sat 1 Jun 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2024, 10.37am
Minor roadworks along Glow Worm Tunnel Road will take place from Wednesday 10 January to Saturday 1 June 2024. This includes small sections of State Mine Gully Road and Old Bells Line of Road. The road won't be closed, however there will be traffic management in place to guide vehicles around roadworks.
Please exercise caution when driving in the area. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 1.56pm to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 May 2024, 2.00pm
Bob Turners track in Wollemi NP is currently 4WD access only - not suitable for 2WD vehicles due to recently damaged roads.
Works will be arranged shortly to repair the track.
For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 8.59am to Sat 2 Nov 2024, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Apr 2024, 3.09pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 2 May 2024 to Friday 1 November 2024 in the following areas:
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Tue 30 Apr 2024, 11.44am to Sat 25 May 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Apr 2024, 11.47am
Wheeny Creek campground will be closed from Wednesday 3 April 2024 until Sunday 25 May 2024, due to impacts from flooding and storm damage.
For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 15 Apr 2024, 12.32pm to Fri 24 May 2024, 8.30am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 9.07am
Cattai National Park is closed from 8 April 2024 to 24 May 2024 due to flood damage. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Open :- Mitchell Park picnic area and most walking trails are open as per normal operating hours. Creek Flat Track remains closed due to flood damage.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park are / may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
For further information please call the Area office on (02) 4580 2750.
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Applies from Wed 10 Jan 2024, 8.00am to Fri 31 May 2024, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 12.51pm
The Glow Worm Tunnel visitor precinct and associated walking tracks are currently closed for upgrade works, and will re-open Saturday 1 June.
This closure includes:
There is no access to Glow Worm Tunnel 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 Fri 22 Sep 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Apr 2024, 2.55pm
Newnes campground is available for walk-in access only. 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 Thu 11 Apr 2024, 2.52pm to Fri 24 May 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 May 2024, 12.10pm
The following areas will be closed for an aerial pest control operation, running weekdays from Monday 13 May - Friday 24 May 2024 inclusive.
Please note that these parks will be open for weekends during this period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office (02) 4720 6200.
Applies from Wed 10 Apr 2024, 12.02pm to Fri 5 Jul 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 9.07am
Mitchell Park is closed due to pest animal control shooting operations.
Shooting operations will occur on select nights throughout this period, excluding weekends and public holidays. The operations will run from sunset to sunrise, where the park will be closed for public access.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Cumberland Area Office on 02 4580 2750.
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Applies from Wed 10 Apr 2024, 11.50am to Fri 5 Jul 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 9.07am
All of Scheyville National Park excluding Long Neck Lagoon are closed due to pest animal control shooting operations.
Shooting operations will occur on select nights throughout this period, excluding weekends and public holidays. The operations will run from sunset to sunrise, where the park will be closed for public access.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Cumberland Area Office on 02 4580 2750.
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Applies from Mon 29 Apr 2024, 6.00am to Mon 20 May 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 May 2024, 10.34am
Construction works occurring in the day use area from 29 April 2024 until the 20 May 2024 between the hours of 0700hrs to 1600hrs. Earthmoving equipment operating in the area. Please adhere to safety signage.
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Applies from Wed 2 Feb 2022, 9.20am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Apr 2024, 9.44am
The following roads in this park are closed due to storm and flood damage:
Visitor areas that are currently closed include:
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 Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Apr 2024, 10.30am
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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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/longneck-lagoon-walking-track/local-alerts
Scheyville National Park is open 8am to 6pm from May to August and 8am to 8pm from September to April. The park may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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