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Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.49pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.50pm. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Apr 2025, 3.41pm
Closed areas: Berowra walking track partial closure
Berowra walking track is partially closed from Apple Tree Bay to the Mt-Ku-ring-gai access track until further notice. There is a threat of rockfalls due to slope instability caused by recent weather events. NPWS is in the process of carrying out necessary repair works.
The Berowra walking track from Berowra Station to Mt Ku-ring-gai is open for use.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
Applies from Thu 17 Apr 2025, 3.01pm to Mon 12 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Apr 2025, 3.12pm
Closed areas: Warimoo track closure
Warimoo track in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park will be closed for essential maintenance from Monday 28 April until Monday 5 May 2025. There will be no access to Bobbin Head or the Marina from Warimoo track. There is a diversion in place to the Bobbin Head track for access to Bobbin Head precinct.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS local area office on 02 8448 0400.
Applies from Fri 4 Apr 2025, 3.56pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Apr 2025, 6.04pm
Other planned events: Cattai National Park closed 28 April to 30 June 2025
Cattai National Park will be closed from 28 April to 30 June 2025 for riverbank stabilisation construction works.
Mitchell Park picnic area and walking tracks will remain open.
For further information please contact the local Area office on (02) 4580 2750.
Applies from Mon 31 Mar 2025, 12.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Apr 2025, 6.04pm
Closed areas: Cattai Campground Closed
Cattai Campground will be closed for riverbank stabilisation construction works until 30 June 2025, EXCLUDING April 4th and 5th, and 17-27 April which includes the Easter and ANZAC Day long weekends. Bookings are essential for these dates.
Campground open dates:
April 4th and 5th- campground open
Easter to ANZAC Day: Thursday 17 April to Saturday 26 April. Campers must vacate Sunday 27 April.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4580 2750.
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.
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 1 Oct 2024, 9.56am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.56am. Last reviewed: Sat 22 Mar 2025, 10.13am
Other planned events: Cattai National Park- Flood repair works
Occasional flood remediation work may occur Monday to Friday which may create noise disturbance. Please contact the area office on (02) 4580 2750 for further information.
Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 3.16pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Apr 2025, 9.41am
Closed areas: Roads closed due to flood damage
The following roads in this park are closed due to storm and flood damage:
- California trail - closed until late May 2025
Visitor areas that are currently closed include:
- California Hut - closed until late May 2025
Gates have been locked, and signs are in place on closed roads. Expected reopening times are subject to weather delays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bulga area office.
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Applies from Fri 22 Nov 2024, 1.32pm to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Apr 2025, 7.52am
Other planned events: Ongoing 1080 Ground Baiting Capertee Valley
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 1 November 2024 to 30 April 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will take place in Wollemi National Park specifically the Canobla Gap Trail and Capertee River Trail areas in the Capertee Valley.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species including the Brush Tailed Wallaby, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the Mudgee NPWS area office for more information on 02 6370 9000
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Applies from Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Mar 2025, 1.33pm
Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground - Boobook section permanently closed
The Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground has permanently closed due to flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4720-6200.
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