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Royal National Park

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Applies from Mon 9 Dec 2024, 9.00am to Fri 13 Dec 2024, 9.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Dec 2024, 9.07am

Closed areas: East Heathcote APZ Trail - Limited Access

Access will be limited on the East Heathcote Asset Protection Zone (APZ) Trail in Royal National Park due to trail repair work from 09/12/2024 - 13/12/2024.

 

Please obey all closure signage and follow instructions of NPWS staff and contractors.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Royal National Park Visitors Centre on 9542 0648.

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Applies from Thu 12 Dec 2024, 8.00am to Thu 12 Dec 2024, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 8 Dec 2024, 3.42pm

Other planned events: Helicopter Operations- Heathcote National Park

Helicopter Operations will be underway on Thursday 12th December for the maintenance of the Kingfisher Campground toilets. Walkers on the Bullawarring track will be asked to hold for a short period of time intermittently during the day, as the operation unfolds. Kingfisher campground occupants will be asked to stay in their tents while the helicopter is operating in the immediate area. All visitors must obey the direction of park staff, for the safety of all involved.

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Applies from Fri 6 Dec 2024, 2.39pm to Fri 31 Jan 2025, 2.43pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Dec 2024, 2.47pm

Closed areas: Royal 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 and Werrong lookout is closed for track upgrades and storm impact remediation..
  • 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. There's 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 Mon 9 Dec 2024, 10.45am to Thu 12 Dec 2024, 5.47pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Dec 2024, 10.51am

Safety alerts: Helicopter Operation Burning Palms and Garawarra Farm carpark - Thursday 12 December 2024

Helicopter lift operation in place all day (approx. 8am – 3pm) operation out of Garawarra Farm heli pad. This is part of the flood recovery works and will be operating on the Royal Coast Track around the Burning Palms area.

 

  • Some short delays for walker in the area. Follow directions from NPWS staff. Access to figure 8 pools and surrounding tracks are open including Burge track and Garawarra Ridge Trail.
  • existing track elements alert already in place for Palm Jungle for the ongoing track construction works.
  • Garawarra Farm carpark open
  • Amenities block open

 

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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Nov 2024, 11.29am

Safety alerts: Pipeline fire trail closed for bridge maintenance

Pipeline fire trail is currently closed weekdays from 6am to 6pm for bridge maintenance by Sydney Water.

No vehicles, cyclists or pedestrians can access the trail during this time.

The trail is open on weekends and public holidays.

Enquiries: 9542 0648

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Applies from Mon 2 Sep 2024, 1.27pm. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Oct 2024, 4.55pm

Safety alerts: 1080 pest management program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program will take place between 30 August 2024 and 31 March 2025 in Towra Point Nature Reserve.

Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Sydney South Area office on 02 9337 5511 or the NPWS after hours call centre on 1300 056 294.

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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Nov 2024, 11.30am

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.

 A landslip has occurred on an auxillary trail (near Dingo tunnel) off this trail. Pedestrians and Cyclists are not permitted to pass the landslip.

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Applies from Mon 3 Jul 2023, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Nov 2024, 4.19pm

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 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Oct 2024, 10.41pm

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 Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 10.04am

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 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 10.03am

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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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/education/stage-1-science-and-technology-wildthings-audley/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Royal National Park in the Sydney and surrounds and South Coast regions
  • Royal National Park is open 7am to 8.30pm but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $12 per vehicle per day. Payment options include Audley Visitor Centre, vehicle entry stations, pay machines and the Park’nPay app.

    Vehicles over 8 seats: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day). Students on educational programs: $1.10 per student. Teachers/educational supervisors: free (1 adult per 10 students).

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Emergency services

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