Floods and park closures

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Following heavy rainfall, flooding and damaging winds caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred most national parks in northern NSW, including campgrounds and day use areas will remain closed for safety.

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Alerts for NSW National Parks

Summary

Floods and park closures

For safety, most national parks and reserves from the QLD/NSW border to the southern end of the Coffs Coast remain closed until further notice due to heavy rainfall, flooding and damaging winds caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. NPWS is undertaking damage assessments before reopening these areas.

  1. Please check alerts for park closures. Do not enter closed areas.
  2. Check NSW SES website for up-to-date advice on floods and storms.
  3. Download the Hazards Near Me app for the latest warnings and information for impacted communities.
  4. If you need assistance during floods and storms call NSW SES on 132 500. Call Triple Zero (000) for life threatening emergencies.
  5. Find out how to help wildlife during floods

Last updated: 12/3/2025 10am.

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