Hat Head National Park

Park management activities

Understanding landscapes and geology

NPWS is dedicated to preserving the special landscapes and natural assets of Hat Head National Park. Programs to protect rivers, wetlands and coastal environments are in place within the park.

Preserving biodiversity

Biodiversity is integral to Hat Head National Park, and efforts to preserve this are ongoing. Bush regeneration, maintaining the landscape and upgrades to infrastructure are regularly carried out in the park. Displaying up-to-date, easily understandable signage is also an ongoing priority in this park.

Managing weeds, pest animals and other threats

Pests and weeds have a significant impact on the ecosystems within Hat Head National Park. Pest reduction of introduced species, such as wild dogs, as well as risk assessment for new and emerging weeds, is an important part of the work NPWS does to protect the biodiversity values of this park.

Developing visitor facilities and experiences

Hat Head National Park is committed to providing safe, top-quality facilities for visitors to enjoy. Maintenance is frequently carried out on the park’s walking tracks.

Conserving our Aboriginal culture

Hat Head National Park places great value on the region’s Aboriginal legacy, and works to combine conservation efforts with dynamic visitor education initiatives. Aboriginal cultural heritage programs are carried out in this park.

Managing fire

NSW is one of the most bushfire prone areas in the world as a result of our climate, weather systems, vegetation and the rugged terrain. NPWS is committed to maintaining natural and cultural heritage values and minimising the likelihood and impact of bushfires via a strategic program of fire research, fire planning, hazard reduction, highly trained rapid response firefighting crews and community alerts.