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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Aug 2024, 3.35pm
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.
- Fern Bower track between Prince Henry Cliff walk (Grand Cliff Top walk) and Amphitheatre track is closed due to multiple landslides.
- Ruined Castle, Golden Stairs, Solitary Loop and Federal Pass west of Scenic World are closed due to multiple landslides.
- Mt Hay Rd is closed north of Lockley's Pylon Trackhead due to slippery and hazardous conditions. There is no vehicle access to Mt Hay Walking Tracks and Butterbox Canyon.
- 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.
- Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.
- Six Foot track is affected by closures at Jenolan Caves.
Wentworth Falls and Woodford
- Valley of Waters track is closed below Nature Track junction. There is no access to Empress Canyon, Empress Falls, Sylvia Falls, 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 and Andersons fire trail will be closed Monday to Friday until Friday 30 August 2024 to allow for road repairs. There will be no access to vehicles, pedestrians or cyclists 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
- Anvil Rock is closed to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists from Thursday 15th to Friday 16th August 2024 to allow for road works.
- Perrys Lookdown Road (including Anvil Rock) is closed to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists from Monday 19th to Friday 30th August 2024 while roadworks are underway. Open weekends. Alternative access to Acacia flat is available via 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.
Applies from Thu 15 Aug 2024, 2.07pm to Thu 26 Sep 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Aug 2024, 2.08pm
Other planned events: Changed access to Glow Worm Tunnel - State Mine Gully Road closure – Weekdays and weekends
State Mine Gully Road will be closed for road works (7 days) until Thursday 26th September.
The road is unable to be opened on weekends for the safety of visitors. The closure on State Mine Gully Road applies from the boundary of the State Conservation Area for a length of 1km north.
Visitors are advised to use Old Bells Line of Road (Starting at the Zig Zag Railway) as the primary access for Glow Worm Tunnel Road during the closure period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 19 Jul 2024, 11.04am to Thu 26 Sep 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Aug 2024, 2.06pm
Other planned events: State Mine Gully Road closure – Weekdays and weekends
State Mine Gully Road will be closed for road works (7 days) until Thursday 26th September. The road is unable to be opened on weekends for the safety of visitors.
The closure on State Mine Gully Road applies from the boundary of the State Conservation Area for a length of 1km north.
Visitors are advised to use Old Bells Line of Road (Starting at the Zig Zag Railway) as the primary access into the State Conservation Area and for access to Glow Worm Tunnel Road during the closure period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Tue 13 Aug 2024, 9.11am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Aug 2024, 9.23am
Closed areas: Deep Pass Canyon Closed
Deep Pass Canyon is CLOSED till further notice due to rock fall hazard.
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Applies from Mon 12 Aug 2024, 1.14pm to Fri 30 Aug 2024, 5.16pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Aug 2024, 5.07pm
Closed areas: Areas of Wollemi NP and and Goulburn River NP closed for ground pest control operation.
Some areas of Wollemi NP and Goulburn River NP park are closed from 6am Monday the 26th of August until 5pm Friday the 30th of August 2024 for ground pest control operations.
The closed areas are:
-Morrisons Firetrail
-Drummer Flat firetrail
-Thompsons firetrail
-Tunnel Trail
-Canobla Gap trail
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6370 9000
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Applies from Wed 10 Jul 2024, 3.48pm to Tue 3 Sep 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Aug 2024, 6.33am
Closed areas: Bob Turners fire trail and walking track closed for maintenance
Bob Turners fire trail and walking track will be closed for maintenance works from Monday 22 July - Tuesday 3 September 2024.
- Please note: there will be no access to the walking track or fire trail during this time.
For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 11.37am to Sun 6 Oct 2024, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Aug 2024, 5.38pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Wollemi National Park from Monday 26 August 2024 to Sunday 8 September 2024.
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 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 NPWS area office for more information:
Mudgee 02 6370 9000
Oberon 02 6336 6200
Bulga 02 6574 5555
Glenbrook 02 4720 6200
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Applies from Mon 12 Aug 2024, 1.32pm to Thu 29 Aug 2024, 1.34pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Aug 2024, 1.39pm
Closed areas: Coorongooba Campsite closed for pest control operation - 27-29th of August
Coorongooba Campground is closed from 10 am on the 27th of August until 10 am on the 29th of August 2024 for pest control operations.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6370 9000
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Applies from Mon 12 Aug 2024, 1.25pm to Fri 30 Aug 2024, 1.26pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Aug 2024, 1.32pm
Closed parks: Capertee National Park closed for ground pest control operations - 26-30th of August
Capertee National Park will be closed from 6am on the 26th of August until 5pm on the 30th of August 2024 for ground pest control operations.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 02 6370 9000
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Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 2.22pm to Sun 6 Oct 2024, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Aug 2024, 4.57pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Gardens of Stone National Park from Monday 26th August 2024 – Sunday 8th September 2024.
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 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 NPWS area office for more information:
Mudgee 02 6370 9000
Oberon 02 6336 6200
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Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 11.39am to Sun 6 Oct 2024, 12.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Aug 2024, 4.05pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Avisford Nature Reserve (NR), Capertee National Park (NP) and managed Crown Land, Dapper NR, Durridgere State Conservation Area (SCA), Goodiman SCA, Goulburn River NP, Mugii Murum-ban SCA, Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve (NR), Yarrobil NP from Monday 26th August 2024 – Sunday 8th September 2024.
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 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 Mudgee NPWS area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 2.48pm to Sun 6 Oct 2024, 2.48pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Aug 2024, 4.01pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Abercrombie River National Park (NP), Abercrombie River State Conservation Area (SCA), Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (KCR), Kanangra-Boyd NP Mares Forest NP and Turon NP from Monday 26th August 2024 – Sunday 8th September 2024.
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 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 Oberon NPWS area office for more information on 02 6336 6200
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Applies from Fri 2 Aug 2024, 2.06pm to Tue 27 Aug 2024, 11.59am. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Aug 2024, 2.32pm
Closed areas: Closed Areas: Maiyingu Marragu Trail (Blackfellows Hand Trail)
Maiyingu Marragu Trail (Blackfellows Hand Trail) is closed between Glowworm Tunnel Road and Sunnyside Ridge Road on weekdays for road works.
The trail will be open from 7:00pm Friday to 6:00am Monday (inclusive of Saturday and Sunday).
The closure is effective from Monday 5th August to Friday 27th September.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 2 Aug 2024, 9.20am to Mon 23 Dec 2024, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Aug 2024, 9.24am
Other planned events: Notice of Ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting program from 24 July 2024 to 23 Decmeber 2024 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 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.
For more information, contact the NPWS Mudgee Area office on 02 6370 900
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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 8.59am to Sat 2 Nov 2024, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Jul 2024, 2.20pm
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 Wed 15 May 2024, 6.00am to Sat 31 Aug 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Jul 2024, 9.30am
Closed areas: Newnes Campground Closure
Newnes campground in Wollemi National Park is closed for maintenance from Wednesday 15 May to Wednesday 31 August 2024.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6336 6200.
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Applies from Thu 4 Jul 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jul 2024, 3.02pm
Closed areas: North Ridge Rd closure
North Ridge Road is now closed for works as part of the Gardens of Stone Multi-Day Walk. The closure will be in place until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 3.16pm to Thu 2 Jan 2025, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jul 2024, 3.21pm
Closed areas: Roads closed due to flood damage
The following roads in this park are closed due to storm and flood damage:
- California trail - closed until late December 2024
- Martindale trail - closed until August 2024
Visitor areas that are currently closed include:
- California Hut - closed until late December 2024
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.
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Applies from Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Jun 2024, 8.31am
Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground - Boobook section permanently closed
The Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground has permanently closed due to flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4720-6200.
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Applies from Fri 24 Nov 2023, 5.00pm to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 May 2024, 9.04am
Closed areas: Sunnyside Ridge Road closed
Sunnyside Ridge Road is closed due to unsafe conditions. Damaged mining infrastructure poses a risk to park visitors. The road will remain closed until remedial works make the road safe again.
The closure is inclusive of side tracks, The Spanish Steps and Campbells Road. This closure may be extended depending on progress of the works.
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Applies from Wed 8 May 2024, 2.09pm to Sun 6 Oct 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 10 Aug 2024, 9.07am
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 20th May 2024 to Sunday 6th October 2024.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will take place in Dharug National Park (NP), Koolewong Flora Reserve (FR), Manobalai Nature Reserve (NR), Parr State Conservation Area (SCA), Wollemi FR, Wollemi NP, Wollemi SCA, Yengo NP.
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 Wollemi Yengo NPWS area office for more information on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Sat 23 Dec 2023, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 May 2024, 11.42am
Closed areas: Glow Worm to Newnes walking track
The section from Glow Worm Tunnel to Newnes walking track from the Glow Worm tunnel exit to the ‘four-ways’ intersection, Wolgan Valley, will remain closed until further notice.
This closure is due to significant rainfall, geohazards and to allow track work.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Tue 2 Apr 2024, 8.00am to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jul 2024, 11.40am
Closed areas: Lost City South Closure
Lost City South is closed until December 2024 for construction associated with the Lost City Walking Track.
Major works include road repairs and access improvements, lookouts and facilities and construction of the Lost City Walking Track.
Lost City South will re-open in December 2024, with 4WD access currently open via Lost City north.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Kanangra Area office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 1 Mar 2024, 12.01am to Sat 31 Aug 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 Aug 2024, 8.40am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) and fresh meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The 1080 bating program is ongoing and will continue to be conducted between 01 February 2024 and 31 August 2024 within Winburndale Nature Reserve. All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. Pets and working dogs may be affected and must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity of the nature reserve and must not enter the baiting location (as 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at Bathurst on (02) 6332 7640.
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Applies from Thu 20 Jul 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 May 2024, 9.34am
Safety alerts: Haulage trucks using Old Bells Line of Rd
Haulage trucks are in operation along Old Bells Line of Rd between the park entrance near Chifley Road (Zig Zag Railway) and Clarence Sands during the following times:
• Monday to Friday: 04.00 to 18.00
• Saturday: 04.00 to 13.00
During these times road users are reminded to:
• drive with caution
• adhere to the speed limit of 40 km/hr
• listen for truck movements via UHF-11
If a UHF radio is unavailable, NPWS recommends to access the reserve via State Mine Gully Rd. For more information contact the Kanangra Area office on (02) 6336 6200.
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Applies from Tue 18 Feb 2020, 5.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Aug 2024, 9.22am
Closed areas: Tramway trail closed due to rockfall
Tramway trail in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area is closed to vehicles until further notice. The closure is due to a rockfall adjacent to the trail.
A geotechnical risk assessment has been undertaken. Repairs to address safety issues need to be undertaken before reopening. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Thu 24 Dec 2020, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Aug 2024, 9.22am
Safety alerts: Drinking water in Capertee National Park
You'll need to bring your own water for drinking and cooking in Capertee National Park. Water supplied at Capertee Homestead and Capertee Cottage is untreated and only suitable for showering and washing dishes.
Campers at Capertee and Policemans Point campgrounds should not use water from Capertee River for drinking or cooking.
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