Applies from Tue 3 Dec 2024, 2.18pm to Thu 5 Dec 2024, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Dec 2024, 2.22pm

Closed parks: Mungo National Park closed due to wet weather

Due to recent wet weather all Council public access roads are closed to Mungo National Park.

This closure may be further extended pending local weather conditions.

Penalties apply. For further information please contact the local office.

Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list

• Mungo National Park
• Mungo State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 2 Dec 2024, 10.06am. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Dec 2024, 10.09am

Closed parks: Mutawintji National Park expecting further rain.

Mutawintji National Park expecting further rain.  Some access roads may be closed by the Road Authority. The Park is currently closed to camping. This closure will be reassessed on Wednesday 4 December, 2024.   

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• Mutawintji National Park

Applies from Mon 2 Dec 2024, 9.02am. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Dec 2024, 9.04am

Closed parks: Paroo-Darling National Park is closed due to rain.

Paroo-Darling National Park is closed due to rain.   This closure will be updated when road authority opens the unsealed access roads.

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• Paroo-Darling National Park

Applies from Thu 28 Nov 2024, 11.53am to Thu 5 Dec 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 1 Dec 2024, 8.41am

Closed areas: Mungo Self Guided Drive Tour Road closed from Red Top lookout

Due to recent storms and damage to the road surface, Mungo Self Guided Drive Tour is currently closed from Red Top lookout.

This closure may be futher extended pending local conditions. 

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

Affects 2 parks and 6 locations nearby. Show list

• Mungo National Park
  • Belah campground
  • Mallee Stop walking track
  • Mungo self-guided drive tour
  • Rosewood picnic area
  • Round Tank picnic area
  • Vigars Well picnic area
• Mungo State Conservation Area

Applies from Sun 1 Dec 2024, 8.32am to Thu 5 Dec 2024, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 1 Dec 2024, 8.36am

Closed areas: Mungo accommodation closure

Due to further predicted storms and current closed Council roads, all Mungo National Park accommodation is closed until Thursday 5 December 2024.

This may be further extended pending local weather conditions.

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

Affects 2 parks and 3 locations nearby. Show list

• Mungo National Park
  • Belah campground
  • Main campground
  • Mungo Shearers' Quarters
• Mungo State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 9.21am

Fire bans: Park fire ban for Paroo-Darling National Park

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in Paroo-Darling National Park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) 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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.

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• Paroo-Darling National Park

Applies from Wed 11 Sep 2024, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 9.20am

Other planned events: Mutawintji Cultural Centre is closed due to storm damage

Mutawintji Cultural Centre is closed due to storm damage.  Anticipated to re-open mid December 2024.  For further information please contact the local Broken Hill National Park office on 08 8084 2880.

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• Mutawintji National Park

Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 9.19am

Other planned events: Mutawintji Homestead Creek campground undergoing works

Mutawintji Homestead Creek campground is undergoing works on the ablutions block.  The work will commence on Monday, 14 October and conclude in early November 2024.  The campground will still be accessible and available to campers and there will be temporary toilet facilities at the campground for the duration of the upgrade. Please be aware there will be contractors onsite.  For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks office on 08 8084 2880.

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• Mutawintji National Park

Applies from Thu 11 Jul 2024, 12.10pm to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Nov 2024, 10.25am

Closed areas: Mungo lakebed (bike) trail closed

The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.

The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open for use.

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

Affects 2 parks and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Mungo National Park
  • Mungo lakebed loop trail
• Mungo State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Nov 2024, 10.25am

Safety alerts: Variable condition of unsealed Council access roads

Council-managed access roads to Mungo National Park are unsealed and in variable condition. Before travelling on any unsealed roads, please check road condition reports for Balranald, Wentworth and Central Darling Shires. Do not travel on closed Council roads.

There are numerous access routes to Mungo National Park and conditions can change quickly due to the weather.

Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list

• Mungo National Park
• Mungo State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.30pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Oct 2024, 1.51pm

Fire bans: Solid fuel 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.

Affects 4 parks nearby. Show list

• Mungo National Park
• Mungo State Conservation Area
• Nearie Lake Nature Reserve
• Tarawi Nature Reserve