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| Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve |
Closed |
27 March 2025, 9.39am |
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Fire bans: Kanangra ReservesApplies from Fri 01 Nov 2024, 12.00am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Mar 2025, 9.39am. A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. However Wombeyan Caves campground in Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is exempt. 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:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office 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. Locations AffectedClosed parks: Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve closedApplies from Mon 09 May 2022, 9.53am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jan 2025, 10.34am. Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve will remain closed to the public until June 2025, due to ongoing flood repairs. The closure affects the entire reserve, including walking tracks, campgrounds, caves and trails. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4843 5976. Locations Affected |
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| Abercrombie River National Park |
Closed |
27 March 2025, 9.39am |
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Fire bans: Kanangra ReservesApplies from Fri 01 Nov 2024, 12.00am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Mar 2025, 9.39am. A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. However Wombeyan Caves campground in Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is exempt. 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:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office 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. Locations AffectedClosed parks: Park Closure - Post-Hazard Reduction & trail safety worksApplies from Thu 13 Mar 2025, 4.42pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Mar 2025, 9.17am. Abercrombie River National Park is closed for post-hazard reduction and trail safety works from Wednesday 19th March to Monday 31st March 2025. Penalties apply for non-compliance. During this time the National Park will be closed to the public for safety reasons. Gates and signs will be in place to advise of the closed area. This burn is called NPWS HR Clayton's. For more information, contact the local NPWS office at Oberon (02 6363 6200).
Bummaroo Ford campground will remain open for bookings and camping.
Locations AffectedOther planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting programApplies from Thu 02 May 2024, 8.59am to Mon 05 May 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Mar 2025, 3.20pm. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 2 May 2024 to Monday 5 May 2025 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. Locations Affected |
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| Abercrombie River State Conservation Area |
Closed |
27 March 2025, 9.39am |
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Fire bans: Kanangra ReservesApplies from Fri 01 Nov 2024, 12.00am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Mar 2025, 9.39am. A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. However Wombeyan Caves campground in Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is exempt. 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:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office 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. Locations AffectedClosed parks: Park Closure - Post-Hazard Reduction & trail safety worksApplies from Thu 13 Mar 2025, 4.42pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Mar 2025, 9.17am. Abercrombie River National Park is closed for post-hazard reduction and trail safety works from Wednesday 19th March to Monday 31st March 2025. Penalties apply for non-compliance. During this time the National Park will be closed to the public for safety reasons. Gates and signs will be in place to advise of the closed area. This burn is called NPWS HR Clayton's. For more information, contact the local NPWS office at Oberon (02 6363 6200).
Bummaroo Ford campground will remain open for bookings and camping.
Locations AffectedOther planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting programApplies from Thu 02 May 2024, 8.59am to Mon 05 May 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Mar 2025, 3.20pm. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 2 May 2024 to Monday 5 May 2025 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. Locations Affected |
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| Appletree Aboriginal Area |
Open Closed areas |
29 January 2025, 11.25am |
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Closed areas: Roads closed due to flood damageApplies from Mon 01 Jul 2024, 3.16pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jan 2025, 4.09pm. 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. Locations AffectedFire bans: Wollemi-Yengo ReservesApplies from Tue 01 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jan 2025, 11.25am. 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:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker. Locations Affected |
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| Arakoon National Park |
Open Closed areas |
05 February 2025, 9.52am |
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Closed areas: Area permanently closed - Mermaid PoolsApplies from Mon 01 Mar 2021, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Jan 2025, 8.09am. Access to Mermaid Pools is permanently closed including for swimming. Sudden large swells and tides create major waves that wash over the rocks and pools. Do not access this area. The severe conditions at this site have caused a number of significant injuries and deaths in the past. Mermaid Pools have never been a designated visitor site due to the extreme nature of the surf and tides at this location. There is no approved public access walking track to Mermaid Pools. For further information call the NPWS Verges Creek area office on 02 6561 6700. Locations AffectedClosed areas: Trial Bay Gaol campground infrastructure upgradeApplies from Mon 10 Feb 2025, 4.13pm to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Wed 05 Feb 2025, 9.52am. Sections of Trial Bay Gaol campground will be closed for upgrades from Monday 10 February 2025 until late August 2025. The Bayview campsites and northern area will be closed. Open parts of the campground will be impacted by noise and machinery between Monday and Friday, 7am to 5pm. Access to parts of the campground will be impacted. Please refer to onsite maps for access information. Stay safe and follow directions on signage as well as instructions from staff. Find out more about the improvements planned for Trial Bay Gaol campground. For more information about the closure, contact the NPWS campground office at 02 6566 6168. Locations Affected |
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| Araluen Nature Reserve |
Open |
10 March 2025, 10.46am |
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Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting programApplies from Mon 03 Mar 2025, 12.51pm to Mon 29 Sep 2025, 12.51pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Mar 2025, 10.46am. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 03 March 2025 to Monday 29 September 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and/or foxes. The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and will take place in:
Signs will be placed at the entry to baiting locations. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000. Locations Affected |
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| Avisford Nature Reserve |
Open |
08 January 2025, 1.20pm |
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Fire bans: Mudgee ReservesApplies from Tue 01 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 08 Jan 2025, 1.20pm. A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. The following campgrounds are exempt and park users can have a small fire in NPWS supplied fire rings during this fire ban:
Capertee National Park
Goulburn River National Park
Goulburn River SCA
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:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker. Locations Affected |
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| Badja Swamps Nature Reserve |
Open |
10 March 2025, 10.46am |
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Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting programApplies from Mon 03 Mar 2025, 12.51pm to Mon 29 Sep 2025, 12.51pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Mar 2025, 10.46am. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 03 March 2025 to Monday 29 September 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and/or foxes. The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and will take place in:
Signs will be placed at the entry to baiting locations. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000. Locations Affected |
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| Bald Rock National Park |
Open |
12 March 2025, 8.55am |
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Other planned events: 1080 Aerial and Ground Baiting OperationsApplies from Mon 24 Mar 2025, 8.50am to Sun 22 Jun 2025, 8.51am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 8.55am. National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will commence a 1080 ground and aerial baiting program on the 24th March 2025 to the 22nd June 2025 on the following reserves:
The operations will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Signs will be placed at the entry to all the baiting locations. Domestic pets are not permitted in NPWS 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. For further information call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700. Locations Affected |
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| Balowra State Conservation Area |
Open |
25 March 2025, 3.14pm |
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Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire BanApplies from Fri 01 Nov 2024, 3.12pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.13pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 3.14pm. 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:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker. Locations Affected |
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| Bangadilly National Park |
Open |
29 March 2025, 8.40am |
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Hazard reduction burns: Joadja Hill HRApplies from Fri 20 Sep 2024, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 29 Mar 2025, 8.40am. There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 20/09/2024. The fire is called Joadja Hill 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. Locations AffectedSafety alerts: Weed Spraying worksApplies from Mon 03 Feb 2025, 3.08pm to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 04 Mar 2025, 4.52pm. NSW NPWS will be working with contractors to complete a weed spraying program within the following reserves:
The main weed being sprayed is Blackberry but other environmental weeds might be treated at the same time. Do not harvest or eat blackberry fruit within these areas.
If you have any concerns please contact your local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200. Locations AffectedFire bans: Hawkesbury-Nattai ReservesApplies from Tue 01 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 04 Nov 2024, 8.50am. A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. However, the following campgrounds are exempt in the following reserves: Yellomundee Regional Park
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:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker. Locations AffectedSafety alerts: Wingecarribee River walking trail impacted by flood damageApplies from Mon 22 Apr 2024, 1.14pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 1.46pm. Some sections of the Wingecarribee River walking track have been severely damaged by recent floods. Pedestrian access is still open, however please take care when walking these sections of the track. For more information, please contact your local NPWS office on 4720-6200. Locations Affected |
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| Bango Nature Reserve |
Open |
13 March 2025, 9.48am |
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Other planned events: Notice of 1080 programApplies from Tue 11 Mar 2025, 1.57pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.21am. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Mar 2025, 9.48am. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program from Saturday 15 March 2025 to Monday 30th June 2025 The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will take place in Bango and Mundoonen Nature Reserves. 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 Queanbeyan NPWS area office for more information on 02 6229 7166. Locations Affected |
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| Bargo River State Conservation Area |
Open |
04 November 2024, 8.50am |
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Fire bans: Hawkesbury-Nattai ReservesApplies from Tue 01 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 04 Nov 2024, 8.50am. A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. However, the following campgrounds are exempt in the following reserves: Yellomundee Regional Park
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:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker. Locations Affected |
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| Bargo State Conservation Area |
Open |
04 November 2024, 8.50am |
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Fire bans: Hawkesbury-Nattai ReservesApplies from Tue 01 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 04 Nov 2024, 8.50am. A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. However, the following campgrounds are exempt in the following reserves: Yellomundee Regional Park
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:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker. Locations Affected |
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| Barool National Park |
Open |
12 March 2025, 8.55am |
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Other planned events: 1080 Aerial and Ground Baiting OperationsApplies from Mon 24 Mar 2025, 8.50am to Sun 22 Jun 2025, 8.51am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 8.55am. National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will commence a 1080 ground and aerial baiting program on the 24th March 2025 to the 22nd June 2025 on the following reserves:
The operations will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Signs will be placed at the entry to all the baiting locations. Domestic pets are not permitted in NPWS 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. For further information call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700. Locations Affected |
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| Barren Grounds Nature Reserve |
Open Closed areas |
30 March 2025, 8.08am |
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Closed areas: Hoddles track closedApplies from Sun 30 Mar 2025, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Sun 30 Mar 2025, 8.08am. Hoddles Track closed due to excessive rainfall and increased risk of rockfall and landslip Locations AffectedClosed areas: Drawing Room Rocks and Hoddles Track walking tracks closed due to high rainfall and rockfall/landslip riskApplies from Sat 29 Mar 2025, 12.22pm. Last reviewed: Sun 30 Mar 2025, 1.05am. Drawing Room Rocks and Hoddles Track walking tracks are closed due to high rainfall and rockfall/landslip risk. The tracks will remain closed to the public until NPWS staff have conducted an inspection and it is safe to open. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Locations AffectedClosed areas: Areas closed for aerial shooting for feral animal controlApplies from Fri 14 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Fri 04 Apr 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 12.41pm. The following reserves and parts of park will be closed from 2pm Sunday 30 March to 2pm Friday 4 April 2025 for a pest management program:
This program will involve aerial shooting during daylight hours. Feral species targeted under this program include deer, goats, pigs, foxes and other pests. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species. The closed areas will be sign-posted at relevant access points. Please avoid these areas and do not enter closed areas during this time. Please follow directions from NPWS staff and authorised contractors.
Note that this program is likely to require only a single day of operations, dependent on weather, and so the above time period may be reduced as the program approaches. Continue to check this alert for updates.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Highlands area office on 02 4887 8244. Locations AffectedOther planned events: 1080 fox ground baiting programApplies from Wed 21 Sep 2022, 1.08pm to Wed 11 Jun 2025, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Mar 2025, 6.04pm. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting a continual and ongoing 1080 ground baiting program for the control of foxes from Thursday 12 December 2024 to Wednesday 11 June 2025. The program targets target foxes in the Carrington Falls, Budderoo Plateau, Knights Hill and Barren Grounds areas. Bait stations are located on NPWS estate and Crown road reserves with permissions. Both buried baits and Canid Pest Ejectors are used in this program. The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, particularly the threatened species within these areas. 1080 baiting signs are at all entries to the baiting location. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email. Locations Affected |
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| Barrington Tops National Park |
Open Closed areas |
28 March 2025, 5.01pm |
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Closed areas: Burraga Swamp Walk ClosedApplies from Thu 28 Dec 2023, 7.31am. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Mar 2025, 5.01pm. Burraga Swamp walking track is currently inaccessible to vehicles due to closure of Mt Allyn Rd. Forestry Corporation of NSW has closed the road due to a failed bridge. The reopening date is not known at this stage. For more information, phone Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300. Locations AffectedSafety alerts: Feral Cat 1080 program - Gloucester TopsApplies from Tue 25 Mar 2025, 4.00pm to Fri 19 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 3.42pm. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is undertaking a Felixer feral cat pest management program the Gloucester Tops part of the park from Friday 28 March 2025 to Friday 19 September 2025. This program is designed to minimise the impact of feral cats on wildlife, especially the endangered rufous scrub-bird and broad-toothed rat. There will be signs at all baiting locations. The operation will involve the use Felixer 1080 cartridges, containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison, dispensed by a Felixer unit, for the control of feral cats. 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 in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. For further information, please call the Barrington Tops area office on 02 6538 5300. Locations AffectedClosed areas: Polblue Swamp Walk partial closure for upgrade worksApplies from Fri 28 Mar 2025, 5.00pm to Fri 30 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 1.59pm. Polblue Swamp walk will be partially closed from Monday 31 March until Friday 11 March 2025 to allow NPWS to undertake works associated with the ongoing upgrade of the walking track. Visitors can still access the majority of the walk during this period, just not as a full loop. Please follow the signage / directions on site. During the Easter school holidays (12-30 April) the walk will be fully open again, with barriers in place to make sure visitors remain safe. For further information please contact Gloucester NPWS office on (02) 6538 5300. Locations AffectedSafety alerts: Williams Top Rd - 4WD recommended in wet conditionsApplies from Thu 13 Mar 2025, 1.37pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Mar 2025, 1.41pm. Williams Top Rd in Chichester State Forest has been impacted by recent, heavy rain. 4WD vehicles are recommended during wet conditions. Please contact the Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300 or the Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212 for more information on accessing the Corker Trail or upper Rocky Crossing Walk. Locations AffectedClosed areas: Closed Areas: Notice of Management Program temporary closure – Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation AreaApplies from Fri 21 Feb 2025, 3.27pm to Fri 02 May 2025, 3.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Feb 2025, 3.33pm. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be closing the below visitor areas on the Barrington Tops plateau area from Thursday 20th February to Friday 2nd May 2024 (including weekend days) in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area for management operation:
Do Not Enter. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Closure notices will be placed at all visitor areas and relevant access points. We appreciate your patience while this important work is carried out. If you would like any further information about closures, please contact conservation.barringtontops@environment.nsw.gov.au. Locations AffectedSafety alerts: Visitor Safety Alert: Feral HorsesApplies from Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.11am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Mar 2025, 8.00am. Feral horses move through this campground day and night. Campers at Little Murray and Polblue campgrounds should set up tents as close to their vehicles as possible.
Aggressive horse behaviour can pose a safety risk for visitors. Aggressive behaviour includes snorting, head bobbing, stomping front legs, ears erect, aggressive stance and approaching in an aggressive manner.
What to do around aggressive horses: · avoid the animals, especially if a stallion is present and there are mares nearby · retreat to your vehicle · wave your arms around and make lots of noise · walk in a group rather than as an individual · always be aware of your immediate surroundings.
Please report any such interaction or aggressive horse behaviour to NPWS Gloucester on 6538 5300. Locations AffectedClosed areas: 4WD Trail ClosuresApplies from Fri 27 Sep 2024, 9.28am to Sat 31 May 2025, 9.28am. Last reviewed: Wed 05 Mar 2025, 9.05am. Some 4WD trails remain closed after the annual seasonal closure period (from 1 June to 30 September) due to trail conditions. The following 4WD trails remain closed:
This closure does not affect public vehicle access to Polblue, Gummi Falls, Devils Hole, Horse Swamp, Little Murray, or Junction Pools campgrounds.
Walkers and mountain bikers are still permitted to utilise these trails while they are closed to public vehicles.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300. Locations AffectedClosed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National ParkApplies from Thu 09 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Wed 05 Mar 2025, 9.05am. Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It's been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access. Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300. Locations Affected |
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| Barrington Tops State Conservation Area |
Open Closed areas |
05 March 2025, 9.05am |
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Closed areas: Closed Areas: Notice of Management Program temporary closure – Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation AreaApplies from Fri 21 Feb 2025, 3.27pm to Fri 02 May 2025, 3.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Feb 2025, 3.33pm. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be closing the below visitor areas on the Barrington Tops plateau area from Thursday 20th February to Friday 2nd May 2024 (including weekend days) in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area for management operation:
Do Not Enter. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Closure notices will be placed at all visitor areas and relevant access points. We appreciate your patience while this important work is carried out. If you would like any further information about closures, please contact conservation.barringtontops@environment.nsw.gov.au. Locations AffectedClosed areas: 4WD Trail ClosuresApplies from Fri 27 Sep 2024, 9.28am to Sat 31 May 2025, 9.28am. Last reviewed: Wed 05 Mar 2025, 9.05am. Some 4WD trails remain closed after the annual seasonal closure period (from 1 June to 30 September) due to trail conditions. The following 4WD trails remain closed:
This closure does not affect public vehicle access to Polblue, Gummi Falls, Devils Hole, Horse Swamp, Little Murray, or Junction Pools campgrounds.
Walkers and mountain bikers are still permitted to utilise these trails while they are closed to public vehicles.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300. Locations Affected |
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| Basket Swamp National Park |
Open |
12 March 2025, 8.55am |
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Other planned events: 1080 Aerial and Ground Baiting OperationsApplies from Mon 24 Mar 2025, 8.50am to Sun 22 Jun 2025, 8.51am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 8.55am. National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will commence a 1080 ground and aerial baiting program on the 24th March 2025 to the 22nd June 2025 on the following reserves:
The operations will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Signs will be placed at the entry to all the baiting locations. Domestic pets are not permitted in NPWS 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. For further information call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700. Locations Affected |
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25 March 2025, 3.14pm |
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Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire BanApplies from Fri 01 Nov 2024, 3.12pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.13pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 3.14pm. 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:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker. Locations Affected |
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