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Applies from Wed 12 Jun 2024, 7.00am to Fri 30 Aug 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jul 2024, 1.36pm
Other planned events: Ironbark Flat picnic area partial closure
Some sections of Ironbark Flat picnic area, particularly near the river foreshore, will be closed from Wednesday 12 June 2024 until the end of August 2024, dependant on conditions. The closure is due to post-flood turf repairs and to allow the new turf to establish.
Please take note of signage and barriers in place protecting the work area.
The Audley Dancehall and Cafe, Royal National Park Visitor Centre and unaffected portions of the picnic areas will remain open to visitors during the repair works.
For further information, please contact Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Jul 2024, 10.51am
Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed
Many roads, fire trails and walking tracks within Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to infrastructure upgrades or damage caused by wet weather including subsidence, rockfalls, landslides and fallen trees.
The following areas are closed:
Katoomba and Leura
- Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall risk.
- Leura Falls lookout is closed for upgrade works.
- Fern Bower track between Prince Henry Cliff walk (Grand Cliff Top walk) and Amphitheatre track is closed due to multiple landslides.
- Federal pass between the Cooks Crossing (Kedumba River) and Dardanelles Pass (near the Giant Staircase) is closed due to a landslide. There is no access along Federal Pass from the bottom Giant Stairs to Scenic World. Visitors can access Scenic World bottom stations via Furber Steps only. Fares apply.
- Ruined Castle, Golden Stairs, Solitary Loop and Federal Pass west of Scenic World are closed due to multiple landslides.
- Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck) will be closed to all traffic including walkers and cyclists from Monday 15 July until Friday 19 July 2024 for the upgrade of the road safety barrier. There will be no access to Castle Head or the Kanangra to Katoomba walk.
- Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck) will be closed to all traffic including walkers and cyclists from Monday 22 July until Friday 26 July 2024 between Cliff Drive and Miners Track. Walkers and cyclists can still access Narrow Neck via Miners Track from Narrow Neck Lookout.
- Lone Lyrebird track is closed between Gordon Road and the War Memorial, due to subsidence. Detour is in place.
- Prince Henry Cliff walk (part of Grand Cliff Top walk) is closed between Gordon Falls picnic area and Elysian Rock lookout, due to a landslide. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- Prince Henry Cliff walk (part of Grand Cliff Top walk) is closed between Fern Bower track, Echo Tree and Flat Rock lookout, due to a landslide. Please use Cliff Drive as short detour.
- Prince Henry Cliff walk (part of Grand Cliff Top walk) is closed between Leura Cascades and top of Fern Bower, due to landslide and tree fall. Please use Cliff Drive as a short detour.
- Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.
- Mount Hay Road is closed from Lockley Pylon walking track due to road conditions. No vehicle access to Mt Hay and Butterbox Point. Pedestrians and cyclists are permitted.
- Six Foot track is affected by closures at Jenolan Caves.
Wentworth Falls and Woodford
- Valley of Waters track is closed below Sylvia Falls. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Vera Falls, Hippocrene Falls or Wentworth Falls from Valley of the Waters.
- Charles Darwin walk (part of the Grand Cliff Top walk) is closed between Fletcher Street and Weeping Rock. Detours are in place to provide directions to Wentworth Falls picnic area. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
- Part of National Pass (west of Wentworth Falls middle crossing) is closed due to a major landslide and ongoing risks.
- Wentworth Pass and Slack Stairs are closed due to multiple landslides.
- Bedford Creek trail will be closed Monday to Friday until Friday 26 July 2024 due to road repairs. There will be no access from Anderson fire trail or Murphys Road to Ingar campground. There is also no exit to Woodford from Andersons fire trail. Trials and campgrounds will be open on Saturday and Sunday. Ingar campground is open on Saturday night only.
Blackheath, Mount Victoria and Bells Line of Road
- Perrys Lookdown Road will be closed to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists from Monday 5 August to Friday 16 August 2024 for roadworks. The road will be open weekends. Alternative access to Acacia flat is available via Horse track (via Grand Canyon track) or Lockley Pylon.
- Williams track (Govetts descent) and Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides.
- Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and walking track are closed. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).
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.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 10.44am
Closed areas: Mount Hay Road closed
Mount Hay Road is closed from the Lockleys Pylon walking track intersection due to road conditions. No access to Mt Hay and Butterbox Point. Pedestrian access and cyclists are permitted.
For more information please call the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jul 2024, 9.44am
Closed areas: Camping areas closed due to flood and fire damage
Camping is closed indefinitely at the following campgrounds due to fire damage and flooding. The closed campground include (open for day-use only):
- Pauls Point
- Sundeck
- Sawyers
- Burrawang
Please note that the campgrounds will remain open for day use. Some campgrounds may be affected by flood debris following heavy rain, and there may be steep sand walls to access sites.
Please be cautious and move onto another campground if safety issues occur. There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 24 Oct 2023, 10.56am to Sun 1 Dec 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jul 2024, 10.12am
Closed areas: The Coast track partial closure
Walking the full length of The Coast track from Otford to Bundeena or Bundeena to Otford is not currently possible due to several track closures along its length. These closures are necessary due to erosion, rockfall risk and ongoing track upgrade works.
Please note the following closures:
- Palm Jungle Loop track between Burning Palms, Werrong lookout is closed for track upgrades and storm impact remediation until December 2024.
- The Garie to Little Garie section of The Coast track is closed due to hazardous rockfalls and erosion.
- North Era campground is closed until further notice.
- Garie Road, Garie Beach and the Garie precinct is closed until further notice due to damage and subsidence of the road surface. Walkers approaching from the north (e.g. from Wattamolla or Bundeena) should exit the track via Curra Moors track.
Bushwalker access is available for the following sections of The Coast track:
- South bound access - Bundeena to Curra Moors track via Wattamolla and return only. No access to Garie Beach.
- North bound access - is via Garawarra Farm Ridge trail and Burgh Ridge track to North Era and return, during track upgrades.
- Figure 8 Pools access - Access via Garawarra Farm only to Garawarra Ridge trail and Burgh Ridge track.
For further information please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 27 Jun 2024, 8.38am to Fri 30 Aug 2024, 8.43am. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jul 2024, 3.55pm
Closed areas: Temptation Creek track and trail closures
Fire trails and walking tracks in the Temptation Creek Precinct will be closed on weekdays from Monday 8 July to Friday 6 September 2024 for fire trail maintenance works. The closed areas are:
- Florence Parade vehicle trail, between Farnell Avenue and Grays Point Road.
- Anana Hill vehicle trail, between Angle Road and Greenhaven Road.
- Temptation Creek vehicle trail
- Gardiners Garage vehicle trail
- Northern section of Rawson Parade vehicle trail. The section between Loftus Oval and the NPWS Royal National Park area office carpark will remain open.
- Grays Point School walking track
- Savilles Creek walking track.
Please do not enter closed areas and follow instructions of NPWS staff and contractors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0632.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 9.04pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jul 2024, 9.14pm
Closed areas: Prince Henry Cliff Walk - Leura
Prince Henry Cliff Walk (Grand Cliff Top walk) within Blue Mountains National Park is closed between Leura Cascades and Fern Bower walking track due to major tree fall. The alternative route is along Cliff Drive from Leura Cascades. For for further information please call the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 47878877.
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Applies from Thu 18 Apr 2024, 12.38pm to Thu 10 Oct 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Jun 2024, 10.44am
Closed areas: Woodford-Oaks trail closure
Woodford-Oaks trail is closed on weekdays to all cyclists and pedestrians due to heavy machinery in operation.
The Oaks and Single tracks will be open to cyclists on weekends, and will fully reopen as soon as works are complete.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 6.00pm to Fri 2 Aug 2024, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 12.25pm
Closed areas: Areas Closed for ground pest control operations
Areas of the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area are closed between 09:00am Monday 1st July and 09:00am Friday 2nd August, 2024 for a pest animal ground shooting operation. These areas may include:
- Rhododendron Gardens
- Maddens Plains
- Kembla Ridge Track
- Kembla Ring Track
- Staffords Management Trail
- O'Briens Management Trail
- Mt Keira Girl Guides
- Mt Keira Scouts
This program will target deer. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species.
Other pest animals, including pigs, goats, foxes and feral cats will be targeted if observed during the operation.
This operation will involve night ground shooting of deer between 6pm and 9am Monday - Friday. The program does not run during school holidays, weekends or on public holidays.
Park closure warning signs will be placed at entrances to the shooting area. Do not enter the closed area during shooting periods.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the Illawarra-Highlands park office.
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Applies from Thu 20 Jun 2024, 1.11pm to Mon 13 Jan 2025, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Jun 2024, 1.11pm
Safety alerts: Remote walking track conditions
Remote routes within the Kanangra Wilderness Area including Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) trail have been impacted by heavy fire regrowth and flood damage.
In some places, tracks are no longer visible and are not easy to navigate, taking longer to traverse than expected. Limited to zero water sources are currently available along routes.
If you plan to walk in the area, please ensure you have an appropriate level of experience, navigation skills and equipment including Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).
Mobile reception is limited so alternative communication methods are strongly recommended.
For more information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Mon 1 May 2023, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Jun 2024, 11.49am
Closed areas: Gulp Road at Wingello closed
The Gulp Road section of Morton National Park is closed due to ongoing wet conditions, it will be re-opened after it has been assessed as suitable for vehicle access.
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Applies from Fri 14 Jun 2024, 12.04pm to Fri 13 Dec 2024, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 12.26pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 bait disposal pit
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is disposing of used 1080 baits and baiting products in an approved disposal pit on NPWS National Parks land within the Fitzroy Falls area.
The burial of used baits and products will happen from Friday 14 June 2024 to Friday 13 December 2024. All bait material in the pit will be buried under at least 500mm of soil, and clear of waterways so as not to cause pollution of waterways. This is in accordance with the current Pesticide Control Order (1080 bait products).
There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to the disposal pit site.
1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) is lethal to pets (including domestic dogs and cats) and working dogs. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance. Domestic pets, including dogs and cats, are not permitted in national parks or reserves.
For more information, email or call the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244.
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Applies from Wed 21 Sep 2022, 1.08pm to Fri 13 Dec 2024, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 12.26pm
Other planned events: 1080 fox ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting a continual and ongoing 1080 ground baiting program for the control of foxes from Friday 14 June 2024 to Friday 13 December 2024 to reduce the impacts on threatened species.
The operation will target foxes in the Carrington Falls, Budderoo Plateau, Knights Hill and Barren Grounds areas. Baits have been placed on NPWS estate and Crown road reserves with permissions.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
1080 baiting signs are at all entries to the baiting location. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Some baits may be buried.
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.
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Applies from Wed 21 Feb 2024, 3.37pm to Fri 21 Feb 2025, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 8.58am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 pest management baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 26 February 2024 to Friday 21 February 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Wild Dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in the following parks:
- Bees Nest Nature Reserve
- Conjola National Park
- Murramarang National Park
- Morton National Park
The Morton National park operation will take place north and south of Braidwood Road and affect the following areas:
- Touga/Tolwong
- Sasafrass area
- Endrick River/Alum Creek/Redground area (Nerriga)
- Little Forest/Tianjara area
- 12 Mile Road area
- Croobyar and Kingiman area (Milton)
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on stock and wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the 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 Ulladulla area office on 02 44549500.
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Applies from Tue 11 Jun 2024, 11.02am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 12.25pm
Closed areas: Fireroad 10C in Dharawal National Park is closed due to landslip
Fireroad 10C (Darkes Forest - O'Hares Creek) is closed to the public due to a landslip (June 2024) following heavy rain. This will remain closed until the trail is repaired and is safe and accessible.
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Applies from Tue 12 Dec 2023, 12.00am to Wed 30 Oct 2024, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 7.40am
Closed areas: Areas closed for ground pest control operation
Some areas in this park are closed from 12am, December 18 2023 to 12am, October 30 2024 for a ground pest control operation.
The closed areas are:
- Warrells Trail off Obrien's Road
- The area between Warrells Trail and Basket Creek
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office: (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Fri 31 May 2024, 2.19pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 12.25pm
Closed areas: Wodi Wodi Track closed due track damage
Wodi Wodi walking track is closed until further notice. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
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Applies from Mon 27 May 2024, 11.17am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 12.25pm
Closed areas: Lookout Track closed for track works
Lookout Track from Panorama House to Sublime Point is closed for ongoing track works. For further information please contact the local office on (02) 4224 4188.
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Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 26 May 2024, 3.18pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
A baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between August 14 2023 to August 14 2024 in the Kangaroo Valley, Budgong and Illaroo areas.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 Shoalhaven area office on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Tue 21 Nov 2023, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Jun 2024, 8.21am
Safety alerts: Mount Tarn Navigational warning
Mt Tarn Walking Track is overgrown with vegetation between Mt Tarn and Mt Haughton which may cause navigation challenges.
Before you enter the bush, Think Before You TREK
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Applies from Mon 13 May 2024, 4.58pm to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 4.58pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Jun 2024, 12.09pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for deer control program
Some areas in Royal National Park are closed to the public between sunset and sunrise from Wednesday 30 May to Friday 29 December 2024 to enable a deer control operation to be carried out.
The affected areas include:
- All picnic areas in the Audley precinct
- Asset protection zones adjacent to Maianbar, Bundeena and East Heathcote.
- Wattamolla and Garie picnic areas
- North Era campground and coastal areas between Garie Beach and Figure 8 Pools
- Garrawarra Farm
- Lady Carrington Drive
- Bonnie Vale campground and picnic area.
These closures will be signposted at entry points to the closed areas. If you have approved bookings to camp you can still access campsites during these times.
Ground shooting will not take place during school holidays or on weekends or public holidays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 18 Apr 2024, 12.48pm to Tue 15 Oct 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 7.39am
Closed areas: Glenbrook precinct closure
The Glenbrook precinct will be closed on weekdays for major roadworks, from Monday 29 April to Tuesday 15 October 2024.
Heavy machinery and vehicles will be in operation from Mondays to Fridays during this period. Access beyond the entry gate will be closed to all vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.
The closed areas (Mondays to Fridays) include:
- Woodford - The Oaks trail
- The Single track
- Euroka campground
- Red Hands Cave
- Red Hands Cave walking track
- Jack Evans track
- Nepean lookout
- Nepean River walking track
- Pisgah Rock
- Mount Portal lookout
- Tunnel View lookout
- Jellybean Pool
- Blue Pool
- Glenbrook Gorge walking track
The precinct will open on weekends, with most areas accessible.
The following areas will be open on weekends:
- Euroka picnic area
- Woodford - The Oaks trail
- The Single track
- Mt Portal and Tunnel View lookouts
- Jellybean Pool
- Blue Pool
- Glenbrook Gorge walking track
Other sections, including Red Hands Cave and Euroka campground, will remain closed over the weekend. The precinct will fully reopen as soon as works are complete.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 8.26am
Safety alerts: Pipeline fire trail flood damage
Pipeline fire trail has suffered some damage from the April 2024 flood event, resulting in deep rutting to the trail surface in some locations.
Pedestrians and Cyclists should use caution when tracking over these surfaces.
Care should be taken after heavy rain at all creek crossing and causeway points along this trail as water flows very fast and deep.
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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Jun 2024, 12.10pm
Safety alerts: Lower Pipeline fire trail
Lower Pipeline fire trail has suffered some damage from the April 2024 flood event, resulting in a minor landslide, taking out part of the fire trail itself.
Authorised Vehicles should avoid the area.
Pedestrians and Cyclists are not permitted to pass the landslip, they should avoid using the trail until a geotechnical assessment is undertaken.
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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
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting program
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:
- Abercrombie River National Park
- Abercrombie River State Conservation Area
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park
- Blue Mountains National Park (southern section)
- Wollemi National Park (Wolga
- Gardens of Stone National Park
- Jenolan Karst Conservation Area
- Turon National Park
- Marrangaroo National Park
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 Mon 22 Apr 2024, 1.14pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 1.46pm
Safety alerts: Wingecarribee River walking trail impacted by flood damage
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.
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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 7.39am
Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed
Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Sat 2 Dec 2023, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Jun 2024, 10.09am
Closed areas: Access to the base of Gerringong Falls is prohibited
Access to the base of Gerringong Falls is prohibited.
The area around and down to the base of the Gerringong Falls has loose rocks, steep cliffs and unstable ground surface making it dangerous to access. The walk will remain permanently closed to the public to protect visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local Area at npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jul 2024, 10.07am
Closed areas: Access to base of Belmore Falls prohibited
All access to the base of Belmore Falls is permanently closed, including from Hindmarsh and Belmore Falls lookouts and picnic areas.
Access is also closed to the top of Belmore Falls, including from the Belmore Falls Road causeway.
The area around and down to the base of the Belmore Falls has loose rocks, steep cliffs and unstable ground surface making it dangerous to access. The walk will remain permanently closed to the public to protect visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 12 Apr 2024, 11.52am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Jun 2024, 9.32am
Closed areas: Partial Closure to Lyrebird Loop
Minnamurra Rainforest Lyrebird Loop Walk has a partial closure due to flood damage. This closure affects the start of the Lyrebird Loop Walk, which restricts wheelchair access.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 42 360 469
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Applies from Mon 8 Apr 2024, 8.00am to Tue 22 Oct 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jul 2024, 8.55am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 8 April 2024 to Tuesday 8 October 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs,.
The program will take place in Jerrawangala National Park, Parma Creek Nature Reserve and Colyemea State Conservation Area.
The program is designed 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.
Please contact the local Shoalhaven NPWS area office for more information on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Mon 18 Mar 2024, 2.54pm to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 7.40am
Closed areas: Sections of park closed for ground pest control program
A ground pest control program will be undertaken in Upper Nepean State Conservation Area between 6pm and 6am every day, between 29 April and 30 Sep 2024. The Upper Nepean State Conservation Area is entirely within the Sydney Catchment Authority Special Area (Water Catchment). In order to protect the area, the Upper Nepean State Conservation Area is closed to public access. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai Area Office at (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Thu 18 Nov 2021, 10.47am. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Jun 2024, 7.55pm
Closed areas: Toorooroo campground closed due to damage
Toorooroo campground is closed due to fire and flood damage. Please check back for updates.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 4 Mar 2024, 10.28am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 8.27am
Closed areas: Werrong Beach track
Werrong Beach track in Royal National Park is closed until further notice due to landslides. Signs will be in place around the closed area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 1 Mar 2024, 3.12pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jul 2024, 10.52am
Safety alerts: Beaches at Killalea Regional Park are unpatrolled
The beaches at Killalea Regional Park are unpatrolled. There is no lifesaving service. There may be strong currents, shallow water, unexpected large waves, rips and sudden drop offs.
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Applies from Tue 6 Feb 2024, 10.28am. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jul 2024, 11.00am
Closed areas: Woodward track
Woodward track (accessed via Sublime Point) is closed due to damage from heavy rainfall events.
For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 3 Jul 2023, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 May 2024, 2.32pm
Closed areas: Mirang Campground Closed
Mirang Campground is now closed. The site has become a day-use ONLY picnic spot. No overnight stays permitted.
For further information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Fri 10 Feb 2023, 9.21pm. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Apr 2024, 7.32am
Closed areas: Informal track to Clover Falls is is closed due to rockfall risk
Due to rockfall risk, the unsanctioned walking track from the end of Clover Hill Road at Macquarie Rivulet to Clover Hill Falls is closed.
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Applies from Wed 16 Sep 2020, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 12.25pm
Closed parks: Berkeley Nature Reserve closed
Berkeley Nature Reserve is closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Tue 21 Mar 2023, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Jul 2024, 9.51am
Closed areas: Six Foot track - Bowtells Bridge closure
Bowtells swing bridge on Six Foot track is closed to protect public safety. An upgrade is being planned and the bridge is expected to reopen in Mid August 2024. Signs and barriers are in place to prevent access onto the bridge.
Crown Lands, which manages the bridge, is advising track users not to attempt to cross Coxs River. Any attempts to cross the river are at your own risk and are discouraged due to the potential for slips or falls, rainfall and risk of flash flooding.
For further information visit the Six Foot track website.
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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 10.42am
Closed areas: North Era campground closed
North Era campground is closed until further notice due to operational activities. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Sun 17 Sep 2023, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jul 2024, 8.38am
Closed areas: 12 Mile Road Closed
12 Mile road between George Boyd Lookout and Braidwood Road in Morton National Park is closed due to recent storm damage. Culverts have been washed out and the road is untrafficable.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.35pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jul 2024, 8.38am
Closed areas: Tianjara fire trail
Tianjara fire trail is closed. Please do not enter the closed area.
A review of access arrangements, the UXO area and permit system is being undertaken
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Sun 17 Jul 2022, 7.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Jun 2024, 5.03pm
Closed areas: Access to the base of Erith Coal Mine closed
Access to the base of Erith Coal Mine is closed until further notice, due to a landslide.
Access is blocked at the creek crossing and from the creek down the metal staircase to the bottom of the falls is closed.
The Erith Coal Mine loop part of the walking track is open from the Camping Ground to the Erith Coal Mine carpark.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 14 Mar 2022, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Jun 2024, 5.02pm
Closed areas: Nicholas Pass track partly closed
Nicholas Pass track is closed from its junction with the base of Fairy Bower Falls walking track to Ampitheatre Lookout until further notice due to a landslide and rock fall event.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 14 Dec 2020, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Jun 2024, 10.19am
Closed areas: Macquarie Rivulet - Jump Rock track closed
Access to Macquarie Rivulet (also known as 'Jump Rock') is not permitted. The track is steep and eroded, and contains unstable surfaces, cliffs and drop offs.
There is a high risk of injury from falls from heights. Do not enter the closed areas of this park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call 1300 072 757.
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Applies from Tue 18 Jun 2019, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Jun 2024, 10.20am
Closed areas: Restricted access to Macquarie Rivulet
There is no access to Macquarie Rivulet from Mount Murray, at the top of Macquarie Pass. If you access the rivulet from the top of the escarpment, you will be trespassing on private property. Access to Macquarie Rivulet is only permitted via Clover Hill Road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188.
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Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 12.47pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Jun 2024, 10.19am
Closed areas: Sublime Point walking track closed
Sublime Point walking track is closed until further notice. The track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 9 Dec 2022, 9.15am. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Jun 2024, 5.02pm
Closed areas: Lower Escarpment Fire Trail partial closure
The Lower Escarpment Fire Trail is open to walkers, bicycles and light 4WD vehicles only. No access with heavy vehicles larger than cat 9 due to hazardous track conditions. As soon as the remainder of the track can be safely re-opened, NPWS Alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Jun 2024, 10.46am
Safety alerts: Curra Moors track in poor condition
Sections of Curra Moors loop track are in poor condition due to erosion. Please use caution and be aware of unstable edges.
Planning for repairs is in progress. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Tue 10 Nov 2020, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Jun 2024, 10.09am
Closed areas: Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe closed
Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe is closed until further notice. Light refreshments and hot beverages are available for purchase from Minnamurra Rainforest Centre.
For further information contact Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Thu 2 Jul 2020, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jul 2024, 8.54am
Other incidents: Minnamurra Rainforest may close at short notice
Minnamurra Rainforest is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed. This is to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity or due to the carpark reaching capacity.
NPWS encourages you to plan your visit outside of peak periods of 11am to 2pm.
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Applies from Wed 16 Sep 2020, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Apr 2024, 9.06am
Closed parks: Five Islands NR is closed to public access
There is no public access to Five Islands Nature Reserve. 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.
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Applies from Mon 9 Jan 2023, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jul 2024, 10.52am
Closed areas: Partial Closure to Forest Walk
The Forest Walk is affected by the closure of Sublime Point walking track until further notice. There is no access between Sublime Point and Austinmer. Sublime Point walking track is currently being repaired or upgraded. As soon as the track can be safely reopened, NPWS alerts will be updated.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Jun 2024, 10.47am
Closed areas: Garie Road closed due to damage
Garie Road is closed until further notice due to damage to the road surface.
This road may remain closed for some time to allow for extensive repairs. A reopening date is not currently known.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check Live Traffic NSW for updates before driving to Garie Beach.
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