Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Wed 29 January 2025, 12.57pm
Applies from Fri 24 Jan 2025, 2.46pm
to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 2.46pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jan 2025, 6.42am.
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.
Applies from Sun 29 Dec 2024, 8.52am
to Fri 7 Feb 2025, 8.53am.
Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jan 2025, 12.57pm.
Closed areas: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive partial closure
Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive is closed between Peacock Creek Road and Mount Babyl Trail due to forecast rain and thunderstorms. The road will remain open between Cambridge Plateau picnic area and the Bruxner Highway. Please note:
- Peacock Creek campground will remain open and can be accessed from the west via Peacock Creek Road or from the east via Sextonville Road or Iron Pot Creek Road
- Cambridge Plateau picnic area and Cambridge loop walk will remain open and accessible from the south via the Bruxner Highway
- The private cabin north of Cambridge Plateau picnic area can still be accessed though the road north of the picnic may not be suitable for 2WDs in wet weather
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. For further information call the NPWS Kyogle office on 02 6632 0000.
Applies from Sun 5 Jan 2025, 3.39pm
to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 3.39pm.
Last reviewed: Sun 5 Jan 2025, 3.41pm.
Safety alerts: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive - 2WD access dry weather only
Cambridge Plateu Forest Drive access is limited to dry weather only for 2WD vehicles until future surface works occur.
We apologies for any inconvenience. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000 or npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Fri 24 Jan 2025, 2.46pm to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 2.46pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jan 2025, 6.42am
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 Mon 1 Jul 2024, 9.06am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jan 2025, 6.42am
Closed parks: Yabbra National Park closed
Yabbra National Park is closed until further notice. The closure is due to damage from recent weather events, planned roadworks and ongoing pest control programs. Joes Box Road, Yabbra Plains Road, South Haystack Feeder Road and Pocupar Road are management trails only with only authorised vehicles permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Sun 29 Dec 2024, 8.52am to Fri 7 Feb 2025, 8.53am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jan 2025, 12.57pm
Closed areas: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive partial closure
Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive is closed between Peacock Creek Road and Mount Babyl Trail due to forecast rain and thunderstorms. The road will remain open between Cambridge Plateau picnic area and the Bruxner Highway. Please note:
- Peacock Creek campground will remain open and can be accessed from the west via Peacock Creek Road or from the east via Sextonville Road or Iron Pot Creek Road
- Cambridge Plateau picnic area and Cambridge loop walk will remain open and accessible from the south via the Bruxner Highway
- The private cabin north of Cambridge Plateau picnic area can still be accessed though the road north of the picnic may not be suitable for 2WDs in wet weather
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. For further information call the NPWS Kyogle office on 02 6632 0000.
Affects 1 park and 5 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Sun 5 Jan 2025, 3.39pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 3.39pm. Last reviewed: Sun 5 Jan 2025, 3.41pm
Safety alerts: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive - 2WD access dry weather only
Cambridge Plateu Forest Drive access is limited to dry weather only for 2WD vehicles until future surface works occur.
We apologies for any inconvenience. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000 or npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au.
Affects 1 park and 5 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Sun 24 Nov 2024, 4.19pm to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 4.20pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jan 2025, 8.38am
Safety alerts: Limited access to Peacock Creek Campground
Access to Peacock Creek Campground is currently restricted to 4WD vehicles.
Large potholes and significant damage on Peacock Creek Road and Sextonville Road, make them unsuitable for 2WD vehicles, caravans, or camper trailers.
Alternative Access (2WD): Visitors are advised to use Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive for 2WD access, noting it is dry weather only.
Alternative Access (AWD/off road capable caravans & trailers): Visitors are advised to use Iron Pot Creek Road for 4WD, AWD and caravans/trailers that are off road capable.
For further information, please contact the Kyogle NPWS office at (02) 6632 0000.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 10.07am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.08am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jan 2025, 12.57pm
Closed parks: Jubullum Flat Camp closed
Jubullum Flat Camp Aboriginal Area is closed until further notice due to hazardous trees and related works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Mon 16 Dec 2024, 8.16am to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 8.16am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jan 2025, 6.43am
Closed areas: Cherry Tree Road & Pennefathers Road Closed
Cherry Tree Road and Pennefarthers Road in Mallanganee National Park are closed for road works from 12 December 2024 to 31 January 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000.
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