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Jervis Bay National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Mon 4 November 2024, 8.04am

Applies from Mon 21 Oct 2024, 10.51am to Fri 22 Nov 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Oct 2024, 10.59am.

Other planned events: Notice of weed control program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting weed spraying from Monday 21 October to Friday 22 November.  The operation will use BUFFALO (Bromoxynil and MCPA) for the control of Bindi in the lawn.

 

The program will take place in Greenfield picnic Area, Jervis Bay National Park.

 

Please contact the local Nowra Office for more information on 02 4428 6300

Applies from Mon 22 Jul 2024, 6.00am to Fri 20 Dec 2024, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 8.04am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ground baiting program from Monday 22 July 2024 to Friday 20 December 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will take place in the following parks:

  • Seven Mile Beach National Park
  • Comerong Island Nature Reserve
  • Jervis Bay National Park

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

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 Nowra area office on 02 44286300.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Nov 2024, 2.35pm

Closed areas: Access to base of Belmore Falls prohibited

All access to the base of Belmore Falls is permanently closed as there is a risk of falling from the cliff edge and severe injury or death. This includes access 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. 

There is limited mobile phone reception in this area. You may not be able to call for help if you need it and access for emergency services is difficult. 

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 14 Jun 2024, 12.04pm to Fri 13 Dec 2024, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 8.20am

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 Mon 1 May 2023, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 8.20am

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 Mon 14 Mar 2022, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 8.20am

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 18 Nov 2024, 6.00am to Mon 2 Dec 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Nov 2024, 8.41am

Closed areas: Parts of White Sands Walk Closed

Parts of White Sands Walk (section behind Chinamans Beach) of Jervis Bay National Park is closed for track maintenance from Monday 18 November to Monday 2 December 2024. Alternatively, walkers can use Chinamans Beach from Aster Street to walk between Vincentia & Hyams Beach Village.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Mon 4 Nov 2024, 8.30am to Fri 20 Dec 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Nov 2024, 3.48pm

Other planned events: Road Closed - Christmas Bush Trail

Christmas Bush Trail and Link Trail in Colymea State Conservation Area are closed from Monday 4 November to Friday 20 December 2024. Roadworks will be underway. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Sun 10 Nov 2024, 7.00am to Sat 30 Nov 2024, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Nov 2024, 9.12am

Safety alerts: Nigh time fox control operations

Please be aware night shooting of foxes may occur in the following beaches to protect nesting shorebirds:

  • Seven Mile Beach (Seven Mile Beach National Park)
  • Comerong Island (Comerong Island Nature Reserve)

Fox control is undertaken by qualified shooters in accordance to shot plans between 11 November until 29 November 2024 to protect endangered nesting shorebirds.

Access tracks and beach entrances will be closed and signposted prior to shooting operations. Please look out for signage stating the beach is closed if accessing these beaches after dark.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Sun 21 Jul 2024, 7.00am to Fri 13 Dec 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 Nov 2024, 2.16pm

Closed areas: Pigeon House Mountain Didthul Walking Track Closed

Pigeon House Mountain Didthul walking track, picnic area and carpark in Morton National Park is closed for track maintenance from Monday 22 July to 13 December 2024 (weather permitting). 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Mon 11 Nov 2024, 6.00am to Fri 22 Nov 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Nov 2024, 10.43am

Other planned events: Essential work on Tallowa Dam Road

WaterNSW is carrying out essential work on Tallowa Dam Road starting on Monday 11 November 2024 for two weeks, weather permitting.

Tallowa Dam Road will remain open to traffic while work is carried out. Traffic control will be in place for the duration of the works, including single lane access at times. Please allow for short delays. The work is located about two kilometres east of Tallowa Dam.

For more information contact WaterNSW via www.waternsw.com.au/nsw-dams/greater-sydney-dams/tallowa-dam or call 1300 662 077 or email Customer.Helpdesk@waternsw.com.au. Alternatively, contact the NPWS Highlands office on 02 4887 8244 or email npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au.
 

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Applies from Mon 18 Nov 2024, 7.00am to Fri 29 Nov 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Oct 2024, 4.58pm

Closed areas: Beehive Point closed for maintenance

Beehive Point campground, including access to Lake Yarrunga on Beehive Point Road, will be closed from 7am Monday 18 November to 5pm Friday 29th November. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

NPWS will be undertaking essential track and facility maintenance. It will not be possible to access the Lake Yarrunga foreshore at Beehive Point, paddlers will need to exit the lake at Tallowa Dam or Bendeela.

For further information contact the NPWS Highlands office on 02 4887 8244 or via email npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 10.31am to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 10.31am. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Oct 2024, 10.42am

Safety alerts: Potential difficulties for cyclists navigating Beehive Walking Track

Cyclists undertaking the Fitzroy Falls to Kangaroo Valley cycling route are advised that there may be difficulties riding Beehive Walking Track, which provides one of two access routes to Beehive Campground. The original track has been closed to vehicles with many large logs impeding access. Alternative riding access to Beehive Campground is possible via Jack's Corner Road and Beehive Point Road.

 

This closure only affects cyclists wishing to access Beehive Point Campground. Walkers are not impacted by this closure and cyclists may choose to walk the trail with their bikes, lifting them over logs when required.

 

For further information, contact the NPWS Illawarra-Highlands Area on 02 4887 8244 or via email npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Aug 2024, 8.22am

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 01 2024 to August 01 2025 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 Wed 21 Feb 2024, 3.37pm to Fri 21 Feb 2025, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Sep 2024, 8.51am

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
  • 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 23 Jul 2024, 11.12am to Thu 23 Jan 2025, 11.13am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 7.47pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 pest management program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Tuesday 23rd of July 2024 to Thursday 23rd January 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Foxes to help protect endangered Shorebirds.

The program will take place in Conjola NP, Meroo NP, Murramarang NP and Narrawallee Creek Nature Reserve.

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.

Please contact the local Ulladulla NPWS area office for more information on 44549500.

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Applies from Mon 22 Jul 2024, 6.00am to Fri 20 Dec 2024, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 8.04am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ground baiting program from Monday 22 July 2024 to Friday 20 December 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will take place in the following parks:

  • Seven Mile Beach National Park
  • Comerong Island Nature Reserve
  • Jervis Bay National Park

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

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 Nowra area office on 02 44286300.

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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Sep 2024, 1.27pm

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 Fri 14 Jun 2024, 4.31pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Sep 2024, 8.51am

Closed areas: Road closures - Conjola NP

The following roads are closed due to damage from recent heavy rains:

  • Fishermans Rock Road
  • Nerrindillah Road (between Davies Rd and Cedar Road)

Investigations are underway, these roads will remain closed until further notice

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Tue 21 Nov 2023, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 8.04am

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 Tue 16 Apr 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jul 2024, 9.41am

Safety alerts: Cycling Hazards in Conjola National Park

Cycle routes in Conjola National Park may currently be unsuitable for some cyclists due to recent roadworks. There are many sections of large ballast rock that have been used in boggy areas that may be difficult for cyclists to negotiate. It is hoped these will silt up over time and be more suitable for cyclists.

Take care and cycle safely

For more information, contact the local NPWS office

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Applies from Thu 18 Nov 2021, 10.47am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 8.04am

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 Sun 17 Sep 2023, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Oct 2024, 9.25am

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: Wed 2 Oct 2024, 9.25am

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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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/education/early-stage-1-hsie-then-now-aboriginal-culture-jervis-bay-national-park/local-alerts

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