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Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve

Closed due to current alerts 

Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Thu 10 April 2025, 1.59pm

Applies from Mon 9 May 2022, 9.53am to Tue 30 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Apr 2025, 1.59pm.

Closed parks: Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve closed

Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve will remain closed to the public until end of September, 2025 due to ongoing flood repairs and enhancements to visitor services and facilities.

The closure affects the entire reserve, including walking tracks, campgrounds, Arch Cottage, caves and trails.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4843 5976.

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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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Upcoming management events

Upcoming management events
Date Event Title
27 April 2025 Closed parks Park closed for aerial and ground pest control operation Details

Applies from Sun 27 Apr 2025, 4.00pm to Fri 2 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 2 Apr 2025, 9.16am

The following parks will be closed from 4pm Sunday 27th April to 5pm Friday 2nd May for an aerial pest control operation.

- Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve (including Mt Gray mine site & Grove Creek Falls)

- Abercrombie River National Park & State Conservation Area (Bummaroo Ford Campground remains OPEN)

- Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve

- Kanangra-Boyd National Park (The Six Foot Track from Cox's River to Jenolan Caves Road remains OPEN). Ground shooting operations occurring during this period.

- Turon National Park

- Yerranderie State Conservation Area (Access to Yerranderie Regional Park along the Oberon-Colong stock route remains OPEN)

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Oberon NPWS office on 6336 6200.

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Details

Nearby alerts

Applies from Wed 9 Apr 2025, 6.28am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Apr 2025, 6.04pm

Hazard reduction burns: Linden Ridge

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 09/04/2025. The fire is called Linden Ridge. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Thu 10 Apr 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Apr 2025, 4.31pm

Hazard reduction burns: Upper Wentworth Creek HR

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 10/04/2025. The fire is called Upper Wentworth Creek HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Mon 14 Apr 2025, 8.30am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Apr 2025, 4.29pm

Hazard reduction burns: Glossop HR

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 14/04/2025. The fire is called Glossop HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Fri 11 Apr 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Apr 2025, 3.53pm

Hazard reduction burns: Airly Gap HR

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 11/04/2025. The fire is called Airly Gap HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Mon 14 Apr 2025, 3.51pm to Fri 18 Apr 2025, 3.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Apr 2025, 3.58pm

Closed areas: Paradise Pools and Transit of Venus Walking Tracks Closed

The Transit of Venus, Paradise Pools Walking Tracks and access to Woodford Dam (within Blue Mountains National Park) are closed from Monday 14th April until further notice to allow for hazard reduction activities.  For further inquires please contact Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 47878877.  

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Applies from Mon 14 Apr 2025, 3.35pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Apr 2025, 3.41pm

Closed areas: Mugii Murum-ban SCA closed due to hazard reduction

Mugii Murum-ban SCA is closed for hazard reduction burning from Friday 11 April 2025 until Wednesday 23 April 2025.Penalties apply for non-compliance.

This burn is called Airly Gap HR.  For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.

NO vehicle/pedestrian access to the Diamond Mine, Genowlan Point and Valley of the Dinosaurs.

Airly Gap campground is OPEN.

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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Sun 13 Apr 2025, 10.35am

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  

  • Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall risk.
  • 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.

Wentworth Falls and Woodford  

  • 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.  
  • Paradise Pool walking track and all tracks associated with Woodford Dam are closed from Monday 14th April to allow for Hazard Reduction burning.  

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 Thu 10 Apr 2025, 9.00am to Fri 9 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Apr 2025, 4.07pm

Closed areas: Turon River Road Closure (west of the Diggings Campground)

Turon River Road (west of the Diggings Campground) in Turon National Park will be closed due to essential road repair and maintenance from 9am Thursday 10 April 2025 to 5pm Friday 9 May 2025. 

Steep Hill Road will be closed intermittently to allow for transportation of materials. In the instance of temporary closure of Steep Hill Road, access to the Diggings Campground, Woolshed Flat Campground and the rest of Turon National Park will be via Lochaber Link Road. 

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on (02) 6336 6200.

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Applies from Mon 10 Mar 2025, 6.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 10.21am

Closed areas: Mt Penang Part 11 lands addition of Guula Ngurra National Park closed for deer control program

Mt Penang Part 11 lands addition 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 Tue 1 Apr 2025, 10.44am. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 8.46am

Closed areas: Red Hands Cave & Walking Tracks temporarily closed

The following areas and walking tracks are closed from 1 April 2025 until further notice:

  • Red Hands Cave
  • Red Hands Cave walking track
  • Campfire Creek walking track
  • the Link walking track

This is to allow for works on the elevated platform at Red Hands Cave. For your safety, please follow all signs and instructions of NPWS staff. 

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

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Applies from Wed 2 Oct 2024, 11.18am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Mar 2025, 9.26am

Other incidents: Mittagong to Wombeyan Caves road closed

Wombeyan Caves Road between Mittagong and Wombeyan Caves remains closed due to extensive storm damage. Visitors are advised to travel to the caves via Goulburn and Taralga, or via Oberon from the north. 

For updates, call Wingecarribee Council on 02 4868 0888.

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Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 1.14pm to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Mar 2025, 9.42am

Fire bans: Solid Fuel Ban

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect until 30 April 2025 unless otherwise extended or removed. 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 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 1 Oct 2024, 1.00am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 11.59am. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Mar 2025, 9.38am

Fire bans: Park Fire Ban

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. 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 11 Nov 2024, 12.00am to Sat 10 May 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Mar 2025, 9.14am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is ongoing and will continue to be conducted between Monday 11 November 2024 to Saturday 10 May 2025 within Girralang Nature Reserve.

All baiting locations will be 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.

For further information call NPWS the Central West Area Office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640.

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Applies from Thu 9 Jun 2022, 2.01pm to Sat 31 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Mar 2025, 8.37am

Closed areas: Post Office Lodge closed for restoration works

Post Office Lodge in Yerranderie Regional Park is closed for restoration works until October 2026.

For further information please contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.

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Applies from Mon 17 Feb 2025, 10.03am. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Mar 2025, 11.40am

Closed areas: Talisman Gallery closed

The Talisman Gallery at Hartley Historic Site is closed from Monday 17 February 2025 until further notice.

For more information, please contact Hartley Visitor Centre on 02 6355 2117.

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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 Tue 11 Mar 2025, 1.57pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.21am. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Mar 2025, 9.48am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program from Saturday 15 March 2025 to Monday 30th June 2025 The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Bango and Mundoonen Nature Reserves.

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 Queanbeyan NPWS area office for more information on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Wed 12 Mar 2025, 3.51pm to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Apr 2025, 8.14am

Other incidents: The Village Campground - Washing Machines Out of Order

Washing Machines are currently Out of Order at The Village Campground - Hill End Historic Site. 

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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 Mon 10 Mar 2025, 9.46am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Apr 2025, 10.48am

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 Mon 10 Mar 2025, 6.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 9.42am

Closed areas: Burragorang SCA partly closed for deer control program

Burragorang State Conservation Area 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 Sat 1 Mar 2025, 9.00am to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Apr 2025, 8.02am

Safety alerts: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will be ongoing between 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025 along management trails in Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area.

Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.

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 should 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 please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.

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Applies from Sat 1 Mar 2025, 8.56am to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 8.58am. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Apr 2025, 8.02am

Safety alerts: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will be ongoing between 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025 along management trails in Goobang National Park.

Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.

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 should 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 please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.

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Applies from Mon 24 Feb 2025, 3.28pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 2.25pm

Closed areas: Valentines mine closed

Valentines mine in Hill End Historic Site is closed for safety assessments and works. The site will reopen when it is safe. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Hill End Historic Site office on (02) 6370 9050

 

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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 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 Fri 7 Feb 2025, 5.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 8.39am

Other planned events: Other planned events: Lost City North Road Temporarily Open

Lost City North Road is temporarily open to visitors from 5pm Friday 7th February 2025 . Road improvement works have commenced and additional future works and associated closures will extend to the middle of 2025.

The improvement works at Lost City North will include road works to enable future 2WD access, native revegetation and rehabilitation works, and new visitor infrastructure including a carpark and accessible lookout.

Visitors are advised to slow down and take care due to the changed traffic conditions. A 4WD is recommended.

The Lost City Walking Track can be accessed via Lost City North Road.

For more information, contact the Kanangra Area office on 02 6336 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 Fri 24 Jan 2025, 3.45pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 9.15am

Other planned events: Lost City Road Closure

Lost City Road (previously known as Lost City South Road) is closed from Monday 10th February 2025 for major improvement works including road upgrades, carparks and accessible toilets.

Lost City Walking Track is accessible via Lost City North Road. Visitor must slow down and take care when travelling along Lost City North Road. A 4WD vehicle is recommended.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. 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: Wed 9 Apr 2025, 7.52am

Closed areas: Tramway trail closed to vehicles 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 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 Thu 14 May 2020, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Feb 2025, 8.25am

Closed areas: Spring Creek Canyon closed due to rockfalls

Spring Creek Canyon in Bungonia State Conservation Area is closed due to rockfalls in the area.

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

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Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Apr 2025, 8.05am

Safety alerts: Bungonia Gorge - Occasional high water

Whilst there is continuing rainfall periodically in Bungonia National Park, the Bungonia Creek water level may at times be higher than normal.

If you're planning to undertake the Red walking track or any activities within Bungonia Gorge, please assess water levels before continuing through the Bungonia Slot Canyon. If in doubt, turn back. Do not enter flood waters. Report conditions via the park register book on-site.

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Applies from Thu 18 Jul 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Apr 2025, 9.21am

Closed parks: Park closed for major road repairs

Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve is closed until 2026 while Transport for NSW repairs flood-damaged roads and landslips.

There is no access to Six Foot track via Jenolan Caves.

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

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Applies from Thu 1 Aug 2024, 2.34pm to Fri 1 Aug 2025, 2.35pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Feb 2025, 7.51am

Closed areas: Craigmoor is closed to the public.

Craigmoor is closed to the public.  See the website for a virtual tour of the house or contact local office for information.

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Applies from Thu 4 Jul 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Apr 2025, 8.50am

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 Wed 6 Jul 2022, 2.56pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Mar 2025, 7.55am

Safety alerts: Golden Gully track access

Golden Gully will be closed to users when weather forecasts predict 20mm or more of rainfall within a 24 hour period. Erosion and hazards may be present within the gully during and following significant and prolonged periods of rainfall. Please take care and follow on site signage.

For more information contact the NPWS Hill End Historic Site office on 02 6370 9050.

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Applies from Fri 24 Nov 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Mar 2025, 9.19am

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 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 Thu 20 Jul 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Mar 2025, 9.19am

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 Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jan 2025, 11.20am

Other planned events: Marangaroo National Park

If you plan to stay at an NPWS campground after 1 June 2020 you'll need to make a booking first. This also applies to campgrounds that did not require bookings previously.

If you can't find your preferred campground on a webpage for Marangaroo National Park, please check this list of lesser-known campgrounds and make your booking.

If you're still unable to find your preferred campground phone 1300 072 757.

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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/visit-a-park/parks/abercrombie-karst-conservation-reserve/local-alerts

Contact

  • in the Country NSW region
  • Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve and caves are open Thursday to Monday (closed Tuesday and Wednesday). The reserve and caves area open daily during NSW school holidays. Closed Christmas Day.

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