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Applies from Sat 25 Jan 2025, 11.46am to Fri 31 Jan 2025, 11.46am. Last reviewed: Sat 25 Jan 2025, 11.54am
Closed areas: Protestors Falls walking track closed due to storm damage
Protesters Falls walking track is closed from Saturday 25 January until further notice due to storm damage.
Terania Creek picnic area remains open.
For further information please contact the NPWS Alstonville office on 6627 0200.
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Applies from Fri 24 Jan 2025, 2.46pm to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 2.46pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 5.41pm
Safety alerts: Storm Damage Warning on Walking Tracks
Due to a severe storm that occurred on Thursday 23 January, visitors are advised to exercise caution when accessing walking tracks across the area. While some tracks have been closed for safety, others remain unassessed and may have damage or hazards we are not yet aware of.
Note severe damage is expected on some walking tracks in Nighcap National Park & Whian Whian State Conservation Area.
Please take extra care when visiting and follow all signage and closures.
For further information or to report damage, contact the NPWS Kyogle office on 6632 0000.
We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
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Applies from Fri 24 Jan 2025, 5.30pm to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 5.32pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 5.37pm
Closed areas: Closed walking tracks - Brindle Creek & Helmholtzia Loop
Brindle Creek walking track and Helmholtzia Loop walking track are closed until further notice due to severe tree fall and storm damage.
Brindle Creek Road, picnic area and Antarctic Beech picnic area remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Fri 24 Jan 2025, 3.31pm to Fri 31 Jan 2025, 3.33pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 3.44pm
Closed areas: Remote Campground Closures - Yelgun Kyoomgun & Weeun Weeun
Remote campgrounds in Nightcap National Park are closed from 24 to 26 January due to severe tree fall and access issues following a severe storm on Thursday 23 January.
The closed campgrounds are Yelgun Kyoomgun and Weeun Weeun campgrounds.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Alstonville office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Fri 22 Nov 2024, 10.16am to Fri 31 Jan 2025, 10.17am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 8.43am
Closed areas: Flood Remediation works at Mt Jerusalem NP, South Chowan Rd
Remediation works have now begun until end of January 2025 to fix a landslip as a result of Flood 22 event in Mt Jerusalem NP. Area's effected include:
- South Chowan Road (Beyond the gate)
- No impact to traffic or public access road
- Bush walkers and cyclists to take extra precaution during this time
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office
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Applies from Wed 15 Jan 2025, 8.51am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 25 Jan 2025, 9.15am
Other planned events: Vehicle access to Mount Jerusalem Central Trails, Unicorn Falls and Whiskey Creek walk
NPWS advises visitors using the Mount Jerusalem National Park Central Trails, Unicorn Falls walking track and Whiskey Creek walk to access these areas via Uki using Rowlands Creek Road and Manns Road. Byron Shire Council are currently undertaking flood restoration works within the Main Arm valley. These works include the restoration and repair of culverts and causeways along Main Arm Road, which is the main vehicle access to Mount Jerusalem National Park when approaching from Mullumbimby. Byron Shire Council have advised that Main Arm Road should only be used by local traffic. Flood restoration works to Main Arm Road are expected to be completed by early 2026. For more information contact the local NPWS office on 02 6639 8300.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 8.27am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jan 2025, 9.58am
Safety alerts: North Rocks Road closed
North Rocks Road is closed until Monday 30 June 2025. The road is currently unsafe to traffic. This closure maybe extended, and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200.
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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.44pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 1.29pm
Closed areas: Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and summit closed
Parts of Wollumbin National Park, including the Korrumbyn Creek picnic area, Lyrebird walking track, and visitor facilities at Breakfast Creek, are open.
Parking at Korrumbyn Creek and Breakfast Creek is limited.
Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and the summit remain closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information visit our webpage at www.environment.nsw.gov.au/topics/wollumbin-national-park. For up to date visitor information check www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/wollumbin-national-park
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Applies from Mon 26 Aug 2024, 3.24pm to Fri 31 Jan 2025, 3.24pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jan 2025, 9.58am
Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed in both directions due to major landslip repairs
Nightcap Range Road will be closed for major landslip repairs from 16 September 2024 until 31 January 2025. During this time, the road will be closed in both directions between Rummery Road and Nightcap Ridge. Please be advised this closure may be extended.
Access to Rummery Park Campground and Minyon Falls will be via Minyon Falls Road only.
We apologize for any inconvenience during this time. For more information, please contact NPWS Alstonville Office on (02) 6627 0200.
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Applies from Mon 2 Dec 2024, 8.01am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.02am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Jan 2025, 7.32am
Closed areas: Toonumbar Forest Drive & Coxs Road Closure
Toonumbar Forest Drive and Coxs Road are closed until winter 2025. Estimated re-opening date is June following completion of maintenance works.
Both roads are not safely trafficable in wet conditions and are therefore seasonally closed from late spring until late autumn dependant on rainfall during the wet season. There may also be additional closures during forecast weather events and damage during the winter period.
This closure will affect the following areas:
- Murray Scrub Lookout
- Sherwood Lookout
Iron Pot Creek Campground and Murray Scrub Walking track can be accessed via Murray Scrub Road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000 or email npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Thu 17 Nov 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 8.46am
Closed areas: Byrrill Creek walking track closed
Byrrill Creek walking track is closed due to landslips and erosion following severe rainfall.
An alternative walking track is now available. Visitors can access this 3km return track from behind the camp kitchen in Cutters Camp campground.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6670 8600.
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