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Applies from Tue 13 Jun 2023, 9.58am to Mon 30 Dec 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jul 2024, 1.49pm
Closed areas: Coolah Tops National Park areas closed
The following areas are currently closed:
- Grass Trees walking track entrance via the Barracks campground is closed due to track damage. Grass Trees walking track is accessible via The Pinnacle Road.
- Snow Gums walking track is closed because of severe storm damage to the track.
Forest Road between Coolah Creek Road and the entrance of Coolah Tops National Park has been damaged by heavy rain, particularly the steeper slopes, however the Park is still accessible. Forest Road is managed and maintained by Warrumbungle Shire Council. Please refer any inquiries concerning this road directly to the Council.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Castlereagh Area office on 02 6843 4000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 3.16pm to Thu 2 Jan 2025, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jul 2024, 3.21pm
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 December 2024
- Martindale trail - closed until August 2024
Visitor areas that are currently closed include:
- California Hut - closed until late December 2024
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 5 Jul 2024, 6.00am to Mon 22 Jul 2024, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jul 2024, 8.51am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from Friday 5 July to Monday 22 July 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Coolah Tops National Park.
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.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock.
Please contact the local Baradine NPWS office for more information on (02) 6843 4000.
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Applies from Wed 26 Jun 2024, 3.03pm to Thu 26 Jun 2025, 3.04pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Jun 2024, 3.07pm
Closed areas: Closed area: Yango walking track
Yango walking track is closed due to storm damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bulga Area Office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Wed 6 Jul 2022, 2.56pm. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Jul 2024, 11.31am
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 Wed 8 May 2024, 2.09pm to Sun 6 Oct 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jul 2024, 8.45am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 20th May 2024 to Sunday 6th October 2024.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will take place in Dharug National Park (NP), Koolewong Flora Reserve (FR), Manobalai Nature Reserve (NR), Parr State Conservation Area (SCA), Wollemi FR, Wollemi NP, Wollemi SCA, Yengo NP.
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 Wollemi Yengo NPWS area office for more information on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Sat 1 Jun 2024, 12.00am to Sat 31 Aug 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Jul 2024, 9.46am
Closed areas: Seasonal road closure
The Forest Road, east of the Hildergarde Road intersection in Coolah Tops National Park, will be closed to vehicles from Saturday 1 June to Saturday 31 August 2024. This is because of winter weather conditions. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Castlereagh Area office on 02 6843 4000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 24 Dec 2020, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 May 2024, 3.51pm
Safety alerts: Drinking water in Capertee National Park
You'll need to bring your own water for drinking and cooking in Capertee National Park. Water supplied at Capertee Homestead and Capertee Cottage is untreated and only suitable for showering and washing dishes.
Campers at Capertee and Policemans Point campgrounds should not use water from Capertee River for drinking or cooking.
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Applies from Mon 7 Aug 2023, 11.49am to Thu 1 Aug 2024, 11.49am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 May 2024, 9.13am
Closed areas: Craigmoor is usually closed to the public.
Craigmoor is usually closed to the public, however, tours may run during special events. See the website or contact local office for information.
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