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Applies from Thu 16 Jan 2025, 12.04pm to Wed 22 Jan 2025, 6.05pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Jan 2025, 5.51pm
Closed areas: Worimi Conservation Lands is closed due to recent archaeological finds
Worimi Conservation Lands dune and beach area is closed to the public due to recent unexpected archaeological finds. Large volumes of sand have shifted due to the severe weather event and exposed numerous areas that require immediate protection until an assessment can be carried out.
NPWS is committed to ensuring some areas can remain open for public recreation. Attempts are being made to reopen sections of the beach for the January 26th weekend.
- Visitors are advised that beach driving is temporarily closed until further notice.
- The Ganyamalbaa campground is closed and will remain closed over the January 26th weekend. Further information will be provided next week
- The Recreational Vehicle Area is closed.
These closures may be extended if necessary as it is pending a full site survey.
Currently no vehicles are allowed on the beach during the closure. Gan Gan entry, Lavis Lane and Fern Bay entries are closed with barriers and signs in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4984 8200
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Applies from Mon 20 Jan 2025, 12.40pm to Wed 22 Jan 2025, 12.40pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 12.44pm
Closed areas: Tattersalls Campground closed due to damage from severe weather
Tattersalls Campground is closed because of damage caused by severe 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 contact the NPWS Hunter Coast area office on 02 4989 8200, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines
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Applies from Sat 18 Jan 2025, 1.14pm to Sat 25 Jan 2025, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 11.55am
Closed areas: The Wells Campground Closed
The Wells Campground is closed until further notice due to flooding.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information please contact the Manning Great Lakes Area office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Sat 18 Jan 2025, 1.08pm to Sat 25 Jan 2025, 1.10pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 11.54am
Closed areas: Dees Corner Campground Closed
Dees Corner Campground is closed until further notice due to flooding.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information please contact the Manning Great Lakes Area office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Sat 18 Jan 2025, 1.41pm to Sat 25 Jan 2025, 1.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 11.54am
Closed areas: White Tree Bay Campground and Picnic Area Closed
White Tree Bay Campground and Picnic Area is closed until further notice due to flooding.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information please contact the Manning Great Lakes Area office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Sun 19 Jan 2025, 10.11am to Sat 25 Jan 2025, 10.12am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 11.53am
Closed areas: Shelly Beach Campground Closed
Shelly Beach Campground is closed until further notice due to flooding.
Penalties apply for non compliance.
For further information please contact the Manning Great Lakes Area office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Sun 19 Jan 2025, 10.19am to Thu 23 Jan 2025, 10.19am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 11.52am
Closed areas: Johnsons Beach Campground Closed
Johnsons Beach Campground is closed until further notice due to flooding.
Penalties apply for non compliance.
For further information please contact the Manning Great Lakes Area office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Sat 18 Jan 2025, 12.46pm to Thu 23 Jan 2025, 12.46pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 11.50am
Closed areas: Freshwater Trail Closed Due to Flooding.
Freshwater Trail is closed until further notice due to flooding.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information please contact the Manning Great Lakes Area office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Sat 18 Jan 2025, 9.54am to Thu 23 Jan 2025, 9.55am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 11.49am
Closed areas: Sugar Creek Road Closed Due to Flooding
Sugar Creek Road is closed until further notice due to flooding.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information please contact the Manning Great Lakes Area office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Fri 17 Jan 2025, 9.42am to Thu 23 Jan 2025, 9.43am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 11.31am
Other incidents: Bombah Point Ferry Closed Due to High Winds
The Bombah Point Ferry is closed until further notice due to high winds in the area. Please call the Manning Great Lakes Area office for any other enquiries on 65910300
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Applies from Fri 17 Jan 2025, 9.55am to Thu 23 Jan 2025, 9.43am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 11.30am
Other incidents: Mungo Brush Beach Closed for 4WD Access
Due to beach erosion and dangerous surf conditions, the following beaches are closed for 4WD access until further notice
Mungo Brush Beach
Penalties will apply for non-compliance. For further information contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 65910300
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Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 11.12am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.14am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 9.18am
Closed parks: Corrie Island Closed to protect endangered birds
Corrie Island Nature Reserve will be closed from 5pm Tuesday 1st of October 2024 to 5pm Monday 31st March 2025 to protect the nesting area for endangered birds.
Visitors will not be able to visit, or land anywhere on Corrie Island at any time, day or night.
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Applies from Sat 18 Jan 2025, 8.36am. Last reviewed: Sat 18 Jan 2025, 8.21am
Closed areas: Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road Closed Due to Landslip and Rockfall
Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road is closed as it is no longer suitable for 2WD or 4WD vehicles due to risk of landslip and rockfall. This affects access from Watagans National Park to Quorrobolong.
For further information, please contact NPWS Munmorah office on (02) 4972 9000.
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Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 3.54pm to Wed 26 Feb 2025, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jan 2025, 10.22am
Closed parks: The Glen Nature Reserve closed for Fire Access and Fire Trail Upgrades (FAFT)
The Glen Nature Reserve will be closed until March 2025 to allow contractors to undertake trail upgrade works. The closure has been put in place for the safety of both visitors and the contractors. The planned works and this closure may be weather dependent.
NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office on 6538 5300.
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Applies from Fri 3 Jan 2025, 10.00am to Mon 3 Feb 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jan 2025, 1.09pm
Other planned events: Mount Faulk Road / Watagan Road Repairs and Maintenance
Planned road maintenance is scheduled for Mount Faulk Road / Watagan Road from Monday 20th January 2025 until Monday 3rd February 2025.
Heavy plant and machinery will be operating along Mount Faulk Road to the intersection of Georges Road and Heaton Road.
Pedestrians and vehicles should take caution when accessing these areas.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Munmorah office on (02) 4972 9000.
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Applies from Wed 15 Jan 2025, 3.43pm to Wed 12 Feb 2025, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jan 2025, 3.59pm
Closed areas: Rope Road and Click Creek Fire Trail Closed For Road Maintenance
Planned road maintenance is scheduled for Rope Road and Click Creek Fire Trail from Monday 20th January 2025 until Monday 10th February 2025.
During these times the roads will be closed and pedestrian and vehicle access is not permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast office on 02 4972 9000
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Applies from Fri 19 Jul 2024, 10.21am to Sat 19 Jul 2025, 10.21am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jan 2025, 12.16pm
Closed areas: Gap Creek Forest Walk Part Closed Due to Landslip and Rockfall Risk
Gap Creek Forest Walk is part closed due to the risk of landslip and rockfall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast office on 02 4972 9000
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Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jan 2025, 5.16pm
Closed areas: Yacaaba Headland walking track partial closure
Yacaaba Headland walking track, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Hawks Nest, is open to a viewing point.
Beyond this point the track is closed for visitor safety due to track construction and environmental assessments.
Penalties may apply for non-compliance.
Yacaaba Spit Track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.
For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.11am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 5 Jan 2025, 3.21pm
Safety alerts: Visitor Safety Alert: Feral Horses
Feral horses move through this campground day and night. Campers at Little Murray and Polblue campgrounds should set up tents as close to their vehicles as possible.
Aggressive horse behaviour can pose a safety risk for visitors. Aggressive behaviour includes snorting, head bobbing, stomping front legs, ears erect, aggressive stance and approaching in an aggressive manner.
What to do around aggressive horses:
· avoid the animals, especially if a stallion is present and there are mares nearby
· retreat to your vehicle
· wave your arms around and make lots of noise
· walk in a group rather than as an individual
· always be aware of your immediate surroundings.
Please report any such interaction or aggressive horse behaviour to NPWS Gloucester on 6538 5300.
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Applies from Wed 12 Oct 2022, 1.10pm to Sat 31 May 2025, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 Dec 2024, 1.13pm
Closed areas: Ferny Creek Campground Closed
Ferny Creek campground is closed until further notice due to a collapsed bridge on the access road.
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Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 6.30am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jan 2025, 9.36am
Safety alerts: Periodic closures of Tomago Precinct for deer control shooting operation
Parts of Hunter Wetlands National Park may be closed within a date range of 6:30am Monday 5th August 2024 to 11:00pm Monday 30th June 2025 for deer control shoot operations preventing localised economic impacts and protecting biodiversity assets within the park.
When active the shoot operation area will be delineated by signage advising visitors “do not enter” at any time during the night time operation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, call the local park office on 02 4946 4100 or email npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Mon 9 Dec 2024, 2.38pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jan 2025, 9.47am
Closed areas: Kenny's Trail Glenrock SCA
Closed Area: Kenny's Trail, Glenrock State Conservation Area.
Kenny's Trail will be closed from Gun Club Road down to the Easement Trail while improvements and maintenance works are being carry out.
- Kenny's Trail will be closed from 16th December 2024 up to the end of February 2025, dependent on weather
For the safety of contractors please follow and respect any signage and safety measures in place.
Using the track during works will cause damage and delay the reopening of the track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4946 4100
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Applies from Wed 20 Mar 2024, 3.23pm to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 1.02pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jan 2025, 9.30am
Safety alerts: Dangerous sea and unsafe swimming conditions
Please do not swim or enter the water at unpatrolled beaches in Tomaree National Park. Tragically, people have drowned while swimming at several locations within the park.
Many of the beaches are remote, unpatrolled and have dangerous rip currents, unexpected large waves and sudden drop offs. Ocean conditions can change rapidly.
Mobile phone service is also limited. You may not be able to call for help if you need it.
NPWS recommends swimming at patrolled beaches between the red and yellow flags at the following locations:
- Fingal Beach
- One Mile Beach
- Anna Bay
We want everyone to enjoy their visit and to return home safely.
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Applies from Fri 27 Sep 2024, 9.28am to Sat 31 May 2025, 9.28am. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Dec 2024, 8.22am
Closed areas: 4WD Trail Closures
Some 4WD trails remain closed after the annual seasonal closure period (from 1 June to 30 September) due to trail conditions. The following 4WD trails remain closed:
- Tugalow trail
- Thunderbolts trail - between Barrington Tops Forest Road and Pheasants Creek Road
- Barrington Trail (south), after the Junction Pools campground turnoff.
This closure does not affect public vehicle access to Polblue, Gummi Falls, Devils Hole, Horse Swamp, Little Murray, or Junction Pools campgrounds.
Walkers and mountain bikers are still permitted to utilise these trails while they are closed to public vehicles.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Wed 30 Oct 2024, 2.28pm to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Oct 2024, 2.31pm
Closed areas: The Welcome Mangrove Walk, Ash Island is closed due to damage
The Welcome Mangrove Walk of Ash Island, Hunter Wetlands NP is closed due to damage, from Monday 26th August until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Shortland office on 4946 4100.
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Applies from Tue 14 Dec 2021, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Dec 2024, 12.56pm
Closed areas: Box Beach carpark night closure
Box Beach carpark is closed to vehicles from 10pm to 5am daily. The gate will be locked during these times.
The Box Beach access road is also closed to vehicles during this period.
A fee will be charged for vehicles exiting after 10pm. Please call Certis Security on 1300 370 145 for assistance. For more information, please contact the local Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Thu 28 Dec 2023, 7.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jan 2025, 10.25am
Closed areas: Burraga Swamp Walk Closed
Burraga Swamp walking track is currently inaccessible to vehicles due to closure of Mt Allyn Rd. Forestry Corporation of NSW has closed the road due to a failed bridge. The reopening date is not known at this stage. For more information, phone Gloucester NPWS Office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 3.28pm
Closed areas: Little Mountain campground and Little Mountain Road closed for repair
Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while Little Mountain Road is being repaired. The road is impassable.
Barricades are in place around the closed areas. Tattersalls campground and Double Wharf picnic area remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 29 Dec 2023, 2.47pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.36am. Last reviewed: Wed 31 Jul 2024, 9.28am
Safety alerts: Dangerous water conditions
Please do not swim or enter the water at Stockton Beach in the Worimi Conservation Lands. Tragically, people have drowned while swimming here.
The beach is remote, unpatrolled and has dangerous rip currents, unexpected large waves and sudden drop offs. Ocean conditions can change rapidly.
Mobile phone service is also limited here - you may not be able to call for help if you need it.
SWIM BETWEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS AT BIRUBI POINT SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB AT ANNA BAY.
We want everyone to enjoy their visit - and to return home safely.
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Applies from Fri 3 May 2024, 3.57pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Jan 2025, 12.10pm
Closed areas: Ferny Creek Road repairs
Road works have begun on Ferny Creek Road and Ferny creek campground access trail. The closure will remian in place due to inclement weather and will re-open as soon as the trail is safe to do so.
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Applies from Tue 7 Oct 2014, 1.53pm to Thu 7 Oct 2027, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jan 2025, 8.28am
Closed areas: Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area closed
Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area are closed for approved underground mining operations. The affected areas (see map) have been closed to protect visitor safety, because they're subject to subsidence and remediation activities from the mining operations.
Great North walk remains open. An update will be provided should this situation change.
If you're visiting the park, please be aware of subsidence and pollution incidents that took place in 2013, which were greater than what was expected from normal mining operations. These included a cliff fall in the north, and a subsidence and grout leak incident in the central part of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area.
If you're planning to visit the park during this time, please stay on formed tracks and trails and observe all barriers, warning signs and safety messages. Areas subject to possible cliff fall or subsidence in both areas of the park are clearly marked.
For more information, call the NPWS Lower Hunter area office on 02 4946 4100. NSW National Parks safety page.
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Applies from Fri 17 Dec 2021, 7.22pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Dec 2024, 8.25am
Safety alerts: Wallingat campground access
Wallingat campground access is off The Lakes Way via Sugar Creek Road and River Road. Do not use Barbies Road or Link Road which are inaccessible to vehicles.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 27 Dec 2022, 12.56pm to Mon 1 Dec 2025, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Nov 2024, 2.48pm
Closed areas: Mungo track detour due to flood damage
The boardwalk between Tamboi trail and Brambles Green campground is permanently closed due to flood damage.
Walkers on the Mungo Track can take the detour at Mungo Brush. Please follow the walking track to the beach and then walk south for 4km. Take the slashed management trail which connects the beach to Mungo Brush Road to re-join the Mungo Track.
For further information, please call Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 8 Jun 2023, 6.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 10.32am
Safety alerts: Damaged Bridge on Lone Pine Rd
Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Drews Road in Wallaroo State Forest is closed while damage to a bridge is being repaired.
The Common picnic area is still accessible by 4WD only, from Limeburners Creek Road via Callaghans Trail and Lone Pine Rd.
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Applies from Wed 31 May 2023, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 1.19pm
Safety alerts: Use caution for beach front driving
Beach driving conditions remain variable due to changing swell, tides and weather conditions. Drivers are advised to exercise caution when driving and to check conditions before travel.
Please remember to:
- Look out for soft sand, erosion, wash outs and drop-offs.
- Avoid driving through sea water, foam or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly. Several vehicles on this beach have ended up in the ocean or swamped by water.
- Check conditions before arriving, and if in doubt save your visit for another day.
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over the frontal dune or any vegetation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 from 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
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Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Feb 2023, 11.18am
Closed areas: Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site closed
The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site is closed to pedestrian access for public safety reasons. Please do not enter the site under any circumstances.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Sat 28 Dec 2024, 7.40am
Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park
Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It's been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access.
Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300.
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