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Junior ranger: Minnamurra Rainforest

Budderoo National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Sun 30 March 2025, 9.33am

Applies from Fri 14 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Fri 4 Apr 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 12.41pm.

Closed areas: Areas closed for aerial shooting for feral animal control

The following reserves and parts of park will be closed from 2pm Sunday 30 March to 2pm Friday 4 April 2025 for a pest management program:

  • Barren Grounds Nature Reserve
  • Carrington Falls precinct of Budderoo National Park, including Thomas Place, Nellies Glen, Carrington Falls campground and Douglas Creek trail
  • Budderoo Fire Trail precinct of Budderoo National Park, including access to the top of Gerringong Falls

 

This program will involve aerial shooting during daylight hours. Feral species targeted under this program include deer, goats, pigs, foxes and other pests. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species.

The closed areas will be sign-posted at relevant access points. Please avoid these areas and do not enter closed areas during this time. Please follow directions from NPWS staff and authorised contractors.

 

Note that this program is likely to require only a single day of operations, dependent on weather, and so the above time period may be reduced as the program approaches. Continue to check this alert for updates.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Highlands area office on 02 4887 8244.

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Applies from Wed 21 Sep 2022, 1.08pm to Wed 11 Jun 2025, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Mar 2025, 6.04pm.

Other planned events: 1080 fox ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting a continual and ongoing 1080 ground baiting program for the control of foxes from Thursday 12 December 2024 to Wednesday 11 June 2025.

The program targets target foxes in the Carrington Falls, Budderoo Plateau, Knights Hill and Barren Grounds areas. Bait stations are located on NPWS estate and Crown road reserves with permissions. Both buried baits and Canid Pest Ejectors are used in this program.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, particularly the threatened species within these areas.

1080 baiting signs are at all entries to the baiting location. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. 

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 more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.

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Applies from Fri 12 Apr 2024, 11.52am. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 3.00pm.

Closed areas: Lyrebird Loop walk partial closure

Lyrebird Loop walk is partially closed until further notice due to flood damage. This closure affects the start of the Lyrebird Loop walk, which restricts wheelchair access.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.

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Applies from Sat 2 Dec 2023, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Mar 2025, 3.36pm.

Closed areas: Access to the base of Gerringong Falls is prohibited

Access to the base of Gerringong Falls is prohibited.

The area around and down to the base of the Gerringong Falls has loose rocks, steep cliffs and unstable ground surface making it dangerous to access. The walk will remain permanently closed to the public to protect visitor safety.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local Area at npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Tue 10 Nov 2020, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 9.29am.

Closed areas: Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe closed

Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe is closed until further notice. Light refreshments and hot beverages are available for purchase from Minnamurra Rainforest Centre.

For further information contact Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.

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Applies from Thu 2 Jul 2020, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jan 2025, 9.51am.

Other incidents: Minnamurra Rainforest may close at short notice

Minnamurra Rainforest is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed. This is to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity or due to the carpark reaching capacity. 

NPWS encourages you to plan your visit outside of peak periods of 11am to 2pm. 

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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Apr 2025, 8.28am

Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed

Many roads, fire trails and walking tracks in 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 tracks are closed:

Katoomba and Leura  

  • Part of the Round Walk (Katoomba Falls) is closed from Vanimans Lookout to Juliet's Balcony due to tree fall and associated track damage. 
  • Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall risk.
  • Grand Cliff Top Walk (Lillians Bridge west to Fairmont) will be closed for a helicopter operation on 2 April.  
  • 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. Detours will also be in place via Olympian Parade.
  • Gordon Falls picnic area is closed due to upgrades. Detours for walking tracks are in place. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
  • Fern Bower track between Prince Henry Cliff walk and Amphitheatre track is closed due to landslides. Access to Leura Forest and Jamison Valley is via Amphitheatre track.
  • Golden Stairs walking track is closed due to landslides and rock fall. There is no access from Glenraphael Drive to Ruined Castle, Federal Pass or Scenic World. Ruined Castle and Mt Solitary can be accessed from Federal Pass (via Furber Steps) or Kedumba Pass.    
  • Lone Lyrebird track is closed between Gordon Road and the War Memorial, due to subsidence. Detour is in place.
  • 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.
  • Six Foot track between Katoomba (Explorer's Tree) to Alum Creek will be closed from Tuesday 1 April to Thursday 3 April 2025 for aerial pest control works.  
  • Mt Hay Road will be closed from Monday 24th March until Friday 4th April 2025 to allow for road repairs. This includes no access to Lockleys Pylon, Fortress Ridge and Butterbox Canyon.  No access to the Grose Valley via Mt Hay Rd.  Access for walkers and cyclists available on weekends. 

Wentworth Falls and Woodford  

  • Wentworth Falls top crossing is closed from 1-3 Apri for repairs. There is no access from the picnic area to Rocket Point, National Pass or Lincoln Rock.  
  • Rocket Point and KingsTableland Routes closed for helicopter operations on 1-2 April.  
  • Charles Darwin walk (part of 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. No access to Roberts Pass and Vera Falls. Valley of the Waters track is closed below Sylvia Falls.  

Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road 

  • Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and walking track are closed. For more information visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).
  • Govetts descent and Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. The Grose Valley can be accessed from Blackheath via Perrys Lookdown or the Horse track.

Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing

  • Some adventure recreation areas and routes may be closed where the access or exit road/track is mentioned above.
  • Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre.

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Applies from Tue 1 Apr 2025, 10.44am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Apr 2025, 3.36pm

Closed areas: Red Hands Cave & Walking Tracks temporarily closed

Red Hands Cave, Red Hands Cave walking track, Campfire Creek walking track and the Link walking track within Blue Mountains National Park has been temporarily closed to all visitors due to deterioration of the elevated platform at Red Hands Cave.

An investigation into the elevated platform is being undertaken while the area is temporarily closed from Tuesday 1 April 2025 until further notice.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4720 6200.

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Applies from Thu 27 Mar 2025, 12.00pm to Fri 4 Apr 2025, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Apr 2025, 9.43am

Closed areas: Burralow campground closed due to wet weather

Parts of the Kurrajong Heights precinct within Blue Mountains National Park is closed from Thursday 27 March 2025 to Friday 4 April 2025, inclusive, due to wet weather and slippery conditions of the fire trails. The areas closed are:

  • Burralow campground
  • Patterson Range fire trail
  • Tabaraga Ridge fire trail
  • Burralow fire trail.

This closure may be extended or removed depending on conditions. For more information, contact the local area office (02) 4720 6200.

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Applies from Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.44am

Closed parks: Park closed due to severe weather

Comerong Island Nature Reserve is closed from 31 March 2025 for approximately one week due to storm affected trees. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Roads into and throughout the park are closed.

For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

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Applies from Thu 10 Oct 2024, 10.52am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.55am. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Mar 2025, 8.11am

Closed areas: IESCA Kembla Heights area is closed for the construction of the Kembla Stage 1 Mountain Bike Network

Construction works have commenced on the first stage of the Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Project at Kembla Heights. 

Construction is being carried out in accordance with rigorous environmental and cultural heritage planning approvals, the Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy and our Cycling Strategy.

People are reminded that the area is a closed construction site. Please stay off the tracks until they are opened in mid-2025 for your safety and to allow the network to be completed.

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Applies from Sun 30 Mar 2025, 7.59am. Last reviewed: Sun 30 Mar 2025, 8.04am

Closed areas: Clover Hill Trail closed

Clover Hill trail closed due to excessive rainfall and increased risk of rockfall and landslip

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Applies from Fri 28 Mar 2025, 1.18pm to Fri 4 Apr 2025, 1.20pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Mar 2025, 1.30pm

Closed areas: Wentworth Falls Crossing closure.

There will be no access to the top or middle crossings of Wentworth Falls within Blue Mountains National Park from Tuesday 1st April until Friday 4th April to allow for walking track works.  There will be no access from Rocket Point walking track to Wentworth Falls due to this closure.  For further information please contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 47878877.  

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Applies from Fri 28 Mar 2025, 12.31pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Apr 2025, 3.56pm

Closed areas: Sublime Point Walking Track: Closed due to predicted heavy rainfall

The Sublime Point Walking Track in the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area is closed due to predicted heavy rainfall and significant rockfall and landslip risk from Friday 28th March, 2025.

The walking track will be re-opened after assessing it is safe for public use again.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 4224 4188 or npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Wed 15 Jan 2025, 7.00am to Fri 11 Apr 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Mar 2025, 9.20am

Closed areas: Parma Creek Nature Reserve - Roadworks

East West Link in Parma Creek Nature Reserve are closed for road maintenance from Wednesday 15 January to Friday 11 April 2025.

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

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Applies from Mon 3 Feb 2025, 10.00am to Fri 2 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Mar 2025, 9.19am

Closed areas: Fire Trails Closed

Roadworks will be underway on fire trails in Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area from Tuesday 14 January to Friday 2 May 2025.

The trails to be closed include;

  • Boomerang Fire Trail
  • Stanwell Dam Fire Trail
  • Dam Wall Fire Trail
  • Hargraves Fire Trail
  • Bendena Gardens Fire Trail
  • Upper Escarpment Fire Trail

Please follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.

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Applies from Thu 27 Mar 2025, 4.07pm to Fri 11 Apr 2025, 4.07pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Mar 2025, 4.20pm

Closed areas: Grand Cliff Top Walk Closure - Day 1 section

Lillians Bridge section of the Grand Clifftop Walking Track (Day 1) within Blue Mountains National Park will be closed to the public on Thursday 3rd April 2025 to allow for track works.  From Monday 7th April to Friday 11th April 2025 track diversions will be in place to allow for public access through this section.  For Further information please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 47878877.  

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Applies from Fri 21 Mar 2025, 11.15am to Fri 4 Apr 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Mar 2025, 3.13pm

Closed areas: Mt Hay Road, Lockleys Pylon, Butterbox Point Closed

Mt Hay Road within Blue Mountains National Park will be closed from Monday 24 March until Friday 4 April 2025 to allow for road repairs.  Access available to walkers and cyclists on weekends.

During this time there will be no access to the following areas:

  • Lockleys Pylon walking track
  • Butterbox Canyon
  • Fortress Ridge and the surrounding Mt Hay precinct  
  • No access from Acacia Flat campground to Mt Hay Road. For further information please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.  

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Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 12.00am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Mar 2025, 9.39am

Fire bans: Kanangra Reserves

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.

However Wombeyan Caves campground in Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is exempt.

During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.

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Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Mar 2025, 11.51am

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 Mon 17 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Fri 25 Apr 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Apr 2025, 8.45am

Other planned events: Roadworks in Dharawal National Park

Expect short delays on roads and fire trails in Dharawal National Park from Monday 17 March to Friday 25 April 2025. 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 Wed 19 Mar 2025, 6.00am to Fri 25 Apr 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Mar 2025, 8.27am

Other planned events: Trackwork on Hyams Beach Trail

Trackwork on Hyams Beach Trail in Jervis Bay National Park from Wednesday 19 March to Friday 25 April 2025. Exercise caution when using this trail.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office - 4428 6300.

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Applies from Mon 24 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Wed 16 Apr 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Mar 2025, 9.09am

Closed areas: Closed area: Mt Kembla Ridge Track

Mount Kembla Ridge Track in Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area is closed for road and tree maintenance from Monday 24 March to Wednesday 16 April 2025.

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

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Applies from Thu 13 Feb 2025, 6.00am to Fri 18 Apr 2025, 7.39am. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Mar 2025, 11.45am

Closed areas: Marley walking track partial closure

This section of Marley walking track between the carpark and fire trail is closed for repairs until April 2025.

Big Marley and Little Marley fire trails remain open. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Tue 11 Mar 2025, 6.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Mar 2025, 6.05pm

Closed areas: Trails closed for upgrades - Temptation Creek/Loftus Loop Area

Some walking and mountain bike trails within the Loftus Loop network at Temptation Creek are closed from Tuesday 11 March to Monday 30 June 2025 for upgrade works. The closed areas are:

  • Farnell Avenue trail
  • Rawson Parade trail
  • Savilles Creek trail

The fire trails east of Farnell Avenue will remain open for recreation.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Parks Visitors Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Wed 12 Mar 2025, 3.30am to Fri 2 May 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Apr 2025, 1.34pm

Closed areas: Vehicle trails closed for repairs

The following vehicle trails will be closed from Wednesday 12 March to Friday 2nd May 2025 while trail construction work is being undertaken:

  • Loftus Trig vehicle trail
  • Engadine Lakes vehicle trail
  • Goarra Ridge vehicle trail
  • Farnell Avenue vehicle trail

All trails will be reopened on weekends.

Heavy machinery will be operating on all vehicle trails. Please do not enter closed areas. Please follow instructions and signage of NPWS staff and contractors.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Royal National Park Office on 02 9542 0632.

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Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 8.59am to Mon 5 May 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Mar 2025, 3.20pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 2 May 2024 to Monday 5 May 2025 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 Fri 14 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Fri 4 Apr 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 12.41pm

Closed areas: Areas closed for aerial shooting for feral animal control

The following reserves and parts of park will be closed from 2pm Sunday 30 March to 2pm Friday 4 April 2025 for a pest management program:

  • Barren Grounds Nature Reserve
  • Carrington Falls precinct of Budderoo National Park, including Thomas Place, Nellies Glen, Carrington Falls campground and Douglas Creek trail
  • Budderoo Fire Trail precinct of Budderoo National Park, including access to the top of Gerringong Falls

 

This program will involve aerial shooting during daylight hours. Feral species targeted under this program include deer, goats, pigs, foxes and other pests. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species.

The closed areas will be sign-posted at relevant access points. Please avoid these areas and do not enter closed areas during this time. Please follow directions from NPWS staff and authorised contractors.

 

Note that this program is likely to require only a single day of operations, dependent on weather, and so the above time period may be reduced as the program approaches. Continue to check this alert for updates.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Highlands area office on 02 4887 8244.

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Applies from Wed 12 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 10.13am

Closed areas: Woodford Oaks Singles Bike track closure

Woodford-Oaks Singles track within the Glenbrook precinct of Blue Mountains National Park will be closed on weekdays from Wednesday 12 March to Wednesday 30 April 2025 inclusive, for track maintenance works.

Woodford-Oaks Singles track will be open on weekends.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.

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Applies from Wed 18 Sep 2024, 2.22pm to Fri 24 Oct 2025, 2.23pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Mar 2025, 2.39pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 23rd September 2024 to Tuesday 23rd September 2025. The operation will use a Felixer containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral cats, and approved meat baits, meat bait products, and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) for the control of foxes and wild dogs.

The program will be conducted in Nattai National Park.

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

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 Hawkesbury-Nattai NPWS area office on (02) 4720 6200 for more information.

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Applies from Mon 4 Mar 2024, 10.28am. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Mar 2025, 10.31am

Closed areas: Werrong Beach track

Werrong Beach track in Royal National Park is closed until further notice due to landslides. Signs will be in place around the closed area.

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

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Applies from Mon 10 Mar 2025, 9.46am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Mar 2025, 9.50am

Closed areas: End section of Gap Creek Walk in Jellore Flora Reserve closed for track construction

The end section of Gap Creek Walk, leading to Gap Creek, is currently closed for track construction.

  • Please note there will be no pedestrian access during this time.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 4720-6200

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Applies from Wed 5 Mar 2025, 8.00am to Mon 7 Apr 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Mar 2025, 12.58pm

Closed areas: Illaroo Fire Trail Closed

Illaroo Fire Trail in Bugong National Park is closed for trail maintenance from 8:00am Wednesday 5 March 2025 to 5:00pm Monday 7 April 2025.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Highlands Office on 02 4887 8244 or email npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Mon 10 Mar 2025, 6.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Mar 2025, 2.40pm

Closed areas: Deer control program in Upper Nepean State Conservation Area from 24 March - 30 June 2025

Upper Nepean State Conservation Area (UNSCA) will be conducting a feral deer management program between 5:00pm and 6:00am, from Monday 24 March 2025 - Monday 30 June 2025.

This program is part of our ongoing efforts to reduce the significant impact of deer on native plants and animals, including threatened species.

  • The control method will involve use of firearms by qualified and experienced contractors and staff.

 

Please note, UNSCA is entirely within the WaterNSW Special Area and is permanently closed to public access.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 4720-6200

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Applies from Mon 10 Mar 2025, 6.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Mar 2025, 2.03pm

Closed areas: Mt Penang section of Guula Ngurra National Park closed for deer control program

Mt Penang section of Guula Ngurra National Park will be closed between 5:00pm and 6:00am, from Monday 24 March 2025 - Monday 30 June 2025, for a feral deer management program.

This program is part of our ongoing efforts to reduce the significant impact of deer on native plants and animals, including threatened species.

  • The control method will involve use of firearms by qualified and experienced contractors and staff.
  • Closures will not apply on weekends or public holidays during this period.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 4720-6200

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Applies from Mon 24 Feb 2025, 11.15am to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 7.46am

Closed areas: Pumphouse Road temporarily closed

Pumphouse Road in Thirlmere Lakes National Park has been temporarily closed to all visitors (pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders and vehicles). An investigation into road stability is occurring.

 

  • Please use Slades Rd as alternate access - all visitor areas will remain open.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.

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Applies from Mon 16 Dec 2024, 12.57pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Mar 2025, 10.12am

Closed areas: Fern Bower walking track closed

Fern Bower walking track in Blue Mountains National Park is closed until further notice due to multiple landslides. There's no access to Leura Forest and Leura Cascades via Fern Bower. Alternative access is via Amphitheatre track.

For more information, call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877. 

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Applies from Thu 13 Feb 2025, 9.55am to Sat 4 Oct 2025, 9.57am. Last reviewed: Sat 15 Mar 2025, 4.54pm

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 3rd March 2025 to 3rd September 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals wild dogs and/or foxes.

 

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock and will take place in:

 

Morton National Park (including: 12 Mile Road, Croobyar/Kingiman, Touga/Tolwong, Little Forest Plateau, Redground, Endrick and Sassafras)

Conjola National Park

Murramarang National Park

Parma Nature Reserve

Jerrawangala National Park

Colymea SCA

Bees Nest Nature Reserve

 

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 Nowra Office on 44286300 or NPWS Ulladulla on 44549500 for more information.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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Applies from Wed 5 Feb 2025, 4.01pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 4.01pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Feb 2025, 3.25pm

Closed areas: The 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:

  • 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.

For further information please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648

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Applies from Fri 31 Jan 2025, 7.32am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 8.56am

Closed areas: Euroka walking track closed for repairs

Euroka walking track in Blue Mountains National Park is closed for track repairs from Monday 1 February to Monday 30 June 2025.

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

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Applies from Mon 11 Nov 2024, 2.48pm to Fri 2 May 2025, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Feb 2025, 11.16am

Closed areas: Section of park closed for ground shooting control program

The area of Nattai National Park between Obrien's Road and W4/Scabby Flat Trail is closed Monday 25th November 2024 to Thursday 1st May 2025 for a ground shooting control operation.


Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai Area office: (02) 4720 6200

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Applies from Mon 3 Feb 2025, 3.08pm to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Mar 2025, 4.52pm

Safety alerts: Weed Spraying works

NSW NPWS will be working with contractors to complete a weed spraying program within the following reserves:

  • Guula Ngurra National Park
  • Bangadilly National Park
  • Wollondilly River Nature Reserve
  • Nattai National Park
  • Nattai State Conservation Area.

 

The main weed being sprayed is Blackberry but other environmental weeds might be treated at the same time. Do not harvest or eat blackberry fruit within these areas.

 

If you have any concerns please contact your local NPWS office on 02 4720 6200.

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Applies from Wed 21 Sep 2022, 1.08pm to Wed 11 Jun 2025, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Mar 2025, 6.04pm

Other planned events: 1080 fox ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting a continual and ongoing 1080 ground baiting program for the control of foxes from Thursday 12 December 2024 to Wednesday 11 June 2025.

The program targets target foxes in the Carrington Falls, Budderoo Plateau, Knights Hill and Barren Grounds areas. Bait stations are located on NPWS estate and Crown road reserves with permissions. Both buried baits and Canid Pest Ejectors are used in this program.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, particularly the threatened species within these areas.

1080 baiting signs are at all entries to the baiting location. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. 

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 more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.

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Applies from Thu 20 Jun 2024, 1.11pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jan 2025, 11.26am

Safety alerts: Remote walking track conditions

Remote routes within the Kanangra Wilderness Area including Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) trail have been impacted by heavy fire regrowth and flood damage.

In some places, tracks are no longer visible and are not easy to navigate, taking longer to traverse than expected. Limited to zero water sources are currently available along routes.

If you plan to walk in the area, please ensure you have an appropriate level of experience, navigation skills and equipment including Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).

Mobile reception is limited so alternative communication methods are strongly recommended.

For more information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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Applies from Mon 27 Jan 2025, 9.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sat 29 Mar 2025, 10.06am

Other planned events: Killalea Campground closed for maintenance

Killalea Campground will be closed from Tuesday 28 January 2025 to Monday 30 June 2025. Construction works will be underway during this time to replace the campground amenities block.  

For more information, contact the Illawarra NPWS office 02 4224 4188.

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Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 2.23pm

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 10 Feb 2023, 9.21pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Feb 2025, 7.47am

Closed areas: Informal track to Clover Falls is is closed due to rockfall risk

Due to rockfall risk, the unsanctioned walking track from the end of Clover Hill Road at Macquarie Rivulet to Clover Hill Falls is closed.

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Applies from Mon 14 Dec 2020, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Sat 29 Mar 2025, 10.06am

Closed areas: Macquarie Rivulet - Jump Rock track closed

Access to Macquarie Rivulet (also known as 'Jump Rock') is not permitted. The track is steep and eroded, and contains unstable surfaces, cliffs and drop offs.

There is a high risk of injury from falls from heights. Do not enter the closed areas of this park.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call 1300 072 757.

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Applies from Tue 18 Jun 2019, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Sat 29 Mar 2025, 10.06am

Closed areas: Restricted access to Macquarie Rivulet

There is no access to Macquarie Rivulet from Mount Murray, at the top of Macquarie Pass. If you access the rivulet from the top of the escarpment, you will be trespassing on private property. Access to Macquarie Rivulet is only permitted via Clover Hill Road.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188.

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Applies from Fri 1 Mar 2024, 3.12pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 2.24pm

Safety alerts: Beaches at Killalea Regional Park are unpatrolled

The beaches at Killalea Regional Park are unpatrolled.  There is no lifesaving service.  There may be strong currents, shallow water, unexpected large waves, rips and sudden drop offs.

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Applies from Tue 6 Feb 2024, 10.28am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 8.18am

Closed areas: Woodward track is closed due to storm damage

Woodward track (accessed via Sublime Point) is closed due to damage from heavy rainfall events.

For more information, contact the local park office.

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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 10.31am to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 10.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jan 2025, 7.15am

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 Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Mar 2025, 10.50am

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 Mon 22 Apr 2024, 1.14pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 1.46pm

Safety alerts: Wingecarribee River walking trail impacted by flood damage

Some sections of the Wingecarribee River walking track have been severely damaged by recent floods. 

Pedestrian access is still open, however please take care when walking these sections of the track. 

For more information, please contact your local NPWS office on 4720-6200.

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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Mar 2025, 1.33pm

Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed

Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4720 6200.

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Applies from Tue 16 Apr 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Mar 2025, 11.22am

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 Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jan 2025, 2.46pm

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 Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Mar 2025, 6.05pm

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/things-to-do/guided-tours/junior-ranger-minnamurra-rainforest/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Budderoo National Park in the South Coast and Country NSW regions

  • Budderoo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger. The park gates at Minnamurra Rainforest Centre open at 9am and close at 5pm every day.

  • Park entry fees:

    $12 per vehicle per day only in the Minnamurra Rainforest area. Bus or taxi: $4.40 per adult and $2.20 per child.

    Buy annual pass
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Emergency services

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For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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