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Last reviewed: Tue 25 March 2025, 2.22pm
Applies from Mon 24 Mar 2025, 4.33pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 2.22pm.
Other planned events: Contractor working on part of the Australian Alps Walking Track (Grey Mare fire trail)
From Monday 24 March to Sunday 6 April 2025 mulching works will be happening on the Australian Alps Walking Track from the junction of Happy Jacks Road and the Grey Mare fire trail south to the Farm Ridge/Grey Mare fire trail junction.
If you are walking or mountain biking in this area, please take care. The contractor will be moving slowly but you will need to go off track to go around the machine. The contractor will be operating on the radio channel UHF 40.
Applies from Tue 25 Mar 2025, 12.28pm
to Fri 13 Jun 2025, 12.32pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 12.38pm.
Other incidents: Guthega Trackhead - Guthega Toilet Construction
Guthega track head carpark will be closed to vehicles. Signage will be in place advising public to park in main Guthega carpark. Pedestrian access will be maintained through the carpark to the Snowies Alpine Walk and Illawong Walk track head.
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Applies from Fri 7 Mar 2025, 11.00am.
Last reviewed: Mon 24 Mar 2025, 4.29pm.
Hazard reduction burns: Thatchers Hole
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 07/03/2025. The fire is called Thatchers Hole. 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 20 Mar 2025, 3.24pm
to Fri 28 Mar 2025, 6.05am.
Last reviewed: Fri 21 Mar 2025, 11.34am.
Closed areas: Sections of Kosciuszko National Park closed for Feral Animal Control
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ground shooting operations in the Main Range Area of Kosciuszko National Park, including walking tracks and areas surrounding Mt Kosciuszko.
This area of the park will be closed 6pm to 6am daily, Tuesday 25th March to Friday 28th March 2025 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Closure notices will be placed at relevant access points in Kosciuszko National Park.
This program will target feral animals to reduce impacts upon native plants and animals including threatened species.
Areas closed include:
- Summit Trail
- Summit Walk
- Main Range Walk
- Kosciuszko Walk
- Hannel’s Spur
- Seamans Hut
- Cootapatamba Hut
- Rawsons Pass
- Wilkinsons Valley
- Guthega to Charlotte Pass Walk
We appreciate your patience while this important work is carried out.
Do not enter closed areas Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, email or call the local park office or phone 1300 PARKS (1300 072 757).
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Applies from Sat 22 Mar 2025, 8.00am
to Mon 22 Sep 2025, 12.41pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 19 Mar 2025, 12.45pm.
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
A baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Saturday 22 March 2025 to Monday 22 September 2025 in Kosciuszko National Park.
The program will be conducted in the northern precinct of the park, which includes the following areas:
- Goobarragandra
- Blowering foreshores
- Big Talbingo/ Buddong
Entry into 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, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
Applies from Tue 4 Feb 2025, 5.00am
to Thu 7 Aug 2025, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 19 Mar 2025, 9.30am.
Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from Saturday 8 February 2025 to Thursday 7 August 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will take place across Kosciuszko National Park in Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah Wild Dog Plan Areas. Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.
This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park: Thredbo Valley, Moonbah, Ingebyra, Paupong, Numbla Vale and Corrowong.
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 further information, please call the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
Applies from Mon 3 Feb 2025, 1.00am.
Last reviewed: Wed 19 Mar 2025, 9.27am.
Closed areas: Cascade trail carpark closed - 3 February to 25 April 2025
Transport for NSW is carrying out essential maintenance on the large culverts beneath the Alpine Way adjacent to the Cascade trail carpark.
The Cascade Trail carpark will be closed for parking from Monday 3 February 2025 to Friday 25 April 2025, as workers and machinery will be occupying the area. Visitors accessing Cascade trail are asked to use the Dead Horse Gap carpark and walk about 500m to reach the trailhead, following any signage.
During work hours, access to the walking track will be managed under traffic control for the safety of pedestrians, workers and motorists. Please follow the directions of workers and signage.
If you would like more information, please email or call the project team on 1800 555 638.
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Applies from Mon 10 Mar 2025, 2.43pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 18 Mar 2025, 2.34pm.
Safety alerts: Powerline removal being undertaken in the Jagungal Wilderness Area
Contractors will be undertaking removal of the 11kva powerline within the Jagungal Wilderness Area. This line was damaged in the 2019/2020 fires and is no longer functional. Please be aware that heavy machinery will be operating at various times. The contractor will have warning signs in place.
Applies from Wed 5 Mar 2025, 8.26am.
Last reviewed: Tue 18 Mar 2025, 2.34pm.
Closed areas: Eastern side of Gungarlin campground closed Monday to Friday
Major works are occurring at the Gungarlin River campground from Monday 3 March to Friday 21 March 2025. During this time camping sites to the east of the Island Bend fire trail will not be accessible from Monday to Friday, and the only sites available for camping will be those west of the Island Bend fire trail. All sites will be open on the weekends.
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Applies from Mon 17 Mar 2025, 7.00am
to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 5.00pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 18 Mar 2025, 2.31pm.
Safety alerts: Skitube Bridge maintenance works 17-31 March 2025
Maintenance works will be occurring on the Skitube Bridge and surrounding areas starting 7am, Monday 17 March 2025 until 5pm, Monday 31 March 2025.
Access to the Thredbo Valley Track, Snowies Alpine walk and Bundilla accessible track will not be affected.
Please follow any signage and direction from staff.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am
to Mon 1 Feb 2027, 12.00am.
Last reviewed: Mon 17 Mar 2025, 3.11pm.
Closed areas: Closed areas due to Snowy 2.0 works
The following areas are closed due to the Snowy 2.0 works from Monday 25 February 2019 until early 2027, unless the closure is extended or removed:
- Lobs Hole Ravine Road 4WD trail
- Wallace Creek lookout
- Lobs Hole Ravine campground
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 11.29am.
Last reviewed: Mon 17 Mar 2025, 3.10pm.
Closed areas: Tantangara Reservoir partial closure
Some parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently until further notice for Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The closed areas are:
- Areas of Tantangara Reservoir adjacent to the Snowy 2.0 construction site.
- Tantangara Reservoir boat ramp, adjacent to the Tantangara Dam wall.
- For up-to-date timings on controlled blasts please see notifications on the Future Generation website.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 4.01pm
to Fri 30 Oct 2026, 12.54pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 17 Mar 2025, 3.09pm.
Other planned events: Ongoing increased traffic and roadworks
There is an increase in heavy and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park. This traffic will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the Snowy 2.0 project and other projects in the region.
There will also be ongoing maintenance and upgrades to roads in the area as part of the project, particularly along Link and Tantangara Roads.
To assist in planning your journey safely, please check for alerts on the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service website.
For more information, call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
Applies from Mon 17 Mar 2025, 7.00am
to Fri 20 Jun 2025, 5.46pm.
Last reviewed: Sat 15 Mar 2025, 2.53pm.
Closed areas: Scammells Ridge Lookout Closed for Upgrade Works
The Scammells Ridge Lookout in Kosciuszko National Park is closed for upgrade works from Monday 17 March to Friday 20 June 2025. All facilities including toilets and picnic area will be closed for the duration of the works. For more information, contact the Khancoban NPWS office (02) 6070 8400 or info.khancoban@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.00pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 14 Mar 2025, 5.31pm.
Closed areas: Kosciuszko National Park closed sites
A number of sites in Kosciuszko National Park are closed or may have other restrictions until further notice.
Road Closures
Olsens Road BEYOND Geehi Dam. Olsens Road remains open from the Alpine Way to Geehi Dam.
Fire-affected areas
Some sections of Kosciuszko National Park which burnt during the 2019/2020 fires remain closed. These areas include:
- Wolgal and Pattinson's Huts
Huts that burnt down in the 2020 fires
These locations remain open, but the following huts or buildings have been lost:
- Linesman's No.3 Huts, Round Mountain Hut, and Dry Dam Ski Shelter.
- Warning: Please take care as there may be broken glass/nails that are uncovered since NPWS made records and cleaned up these sites. Please do not disturb the sites or remove artefacts.
Snowy 2.0 works affecting access to Tantangara Road and Tantangara Dam
- Access to the southern end of Tantangara Reservoir via Quarry trail is closed to the public.
- Access to the southern end boat ramp is open, but may be subject to short-term closures.
- Current boating and camping access to Tantangara Reservoir will still be available at access points on the northern end of the reservoir, via Port Phillip and Dam trails.
Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 2 Jan 2025, 2.53pm
to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 2.53pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 11 Mar 2025, 3.32pm.
Closed areas: Thredbo River picnic area toilet closed
Recent severe winds have brought down a tree on the toilet block at Thredbo River picnic area. As a result the toilet block is closed and cannot be used. Please be aware that contractors will be working at the site and will have vehicles moving in and out of the area. Other facilities at the site are available.
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Applies from Fri 7 Mar 2025, 8.10am.
Last reviewed: Wed 19 Mar 2025, 7.52am.
Closed areas: Area closed due to hazard reduction burning - Wallace Craigie Lookout
Wallace Craigie Lookout, on Barry Way in Kosciuszko National Park, will be closed from Friday 7 March to Sunday 23 March 2025 for hazard reduction burning.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Thatchers Hole HR.
For more information, contact the NPWS Jindabyne office, visit the Hazards Near Me app, or visit the NSW Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Fri 28 Feb 2025, 12.13pm
to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 12.14pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 28 Feb 2025, 1.49pm.
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in the north east precinct of Kosciuszko National Park, Scabby Range and Yaouk Nature Reserves within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area.
The program will be continuous and ongoing between 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025, and will use meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserve. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
Applies from Mon 3 Mar 2025, 10.11am
to Sat 12 Apr 2025, 9.13am.
Last reviewed: Wed 19 Mar 2025, 12.37pm.
Closed areas: Yarrangobilly Village campground closed for upgrade works
Yarrangobilly Village campground is closed for upgrade works from Monday 3 March to Saturday 12 April 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Tumut office (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Tue 7 May 2024, 3.22pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 19 Mar 2025, 7.47am.
Other planned events: Tom Groggin campground - upgrade works
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and contractors will be undertaking upgrade works at Tom Groggin campground throughout 2025. These works will include additions to campground facilities and rehabilitation planting.
For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Mon 3 Feb 2025, 11.55am
to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 12.10pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 19 Mar 2025, 8.23am.
Safety alerts: Management trail works
Trail maintenance works are underway on management trails east of Tantangara Road. These trails include:
- Boundary trail and Ash Gully trail
- Gavels Hut trail
- Schofields trail.
Take care when travelling in areas where heavy plant is operating. Notification signage will be in place in areas of operation.
Works will not be undertaken over the Easter period.
Applies from Mon 24 Feb 2025, 12.15am
to Sun 24 Aug 2025, 11.57pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 19 Mar 2025, 12.35pm.
Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 24th February 2025 to 24th August 2025 . The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals including wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Kosciuszko National Park and Clarkes Hill, Bogandyera and Jingellic Nature Reserves.
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.
Please contact the local Khancoban NPWS area office for more information on 02 6070 8400.
Applies from Mon 3 Feb 2025, 2.15pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 19 Mar 2025, 7.47am.
Other planned events: Fire trail maintenance work - Cascade Trail
Fire trail maintenance work is currently being undertaken on Cascade Trail between the Alpine Way and the Cowombat/Ingeegoodbee Trail intersection.
Notification signage is present at the entry to work areas. Trail users are to be aware of heavy plant movements and comply with all directions from contractors and NPWS staff.
For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on (02) 6450 5555.
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Applies from Mon 29 Jul 2024, 10.07am
to Fri 28 Mar 2025, 4.00pm.
Last reviewed: Sun 9 Mar 2025, 11.55am.
Closed areas: Round Mountain Hut closed for reconstruction
Round Mountain hut is closed until Friday 28 March 2025 while construction works are underway.
Machinery and vehicles will be in use between the Round Mountain track head and the hut site. There will be some noise during this time. Please follow all directions from NPWS staff and safety signage.
The toilet amenities remain open and are accessed via Farm Ridge trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the Khancoban Visitor Centre on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Thu 4 Apr 2024, 5.12pm
to Fri 30 May 2025, 5.13pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 3 Jan 2025, 7.45pm.
Safety alerts: Guthega Road - changed speed limit due to ongoing road works
The speed limit on Guthega Road has been reduced to 60km for the entirety of the road due to ongoing road works.
Please abide by all traffic control signage and observe all directions from NPWS staff and contractors.
Your destination is still accessible. To assist in planning your journey safely, please allow extra time in your travel plans and drive to conditions.
For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre, Jindabyne on 02 6450 5600.
Applies from Wed 17 May 2023, 11.50am.
Last reviewed: Fri 21 Feb 2025, 3.03pm.
Closed areas: Bullocks Hut closed
Several buildings in the Bullocks Hut complex are closed until further notice for restoration works. Please do not enter the construction sites.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 25 Mar 2025, 9.00am to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 9.17am
Closed areas: Areas closed for trail maintenance: Doctors Flat Road between Webbs Ridge Trail and Baldy Range Trail 25.03.25 - 31.10.25
Doctors Flat Road is closed between Webbs Ridge Trail and Baldy Range Trail for upgrades between Tuesday 25th March 2025 - 31st October 2025. Please drive safely with increased awareness of the higher numbers of heavy vehicles and machinery driving along Doctors Flat Road.
Alternative access to Dingi Dingi Ridge Trail and Two Sticks Road is via Webbs Ridge Trail.
For more information, contact the NPWS Queanbeyan Office on 02 6229 7166.
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Applies from Mon 24 Mar 2025, 9.51am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 9.53am. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Mar 2025, 9.59am
Closed areas: Merricumbene Fire Trail closed due to road works
Merricumbene Fire Trail will be closed between Oulla Creek Fire Trail and Bendethera Fire Trail junctions, due to road works from 24th March 2025 until 30th April 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 4 Feb 2025, 5.00am to Thu 7 Aug 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Mar 2025, 9.30am
Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from Saturday 8 February 2025 to Thursday 7 August 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will take place across Kosciuszko National Park in Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah Wild Dog Plan Areas. Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.
This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park: Thredbo Valley, Moonbah, Ingebyra, Paupong, Numbla Vale and Corrowong.
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 further information, please call the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Sun 23 Mar 2025, 2.00pm to Fri 28 Mar 2025, 3.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Mar 2025, 3.24pm
Closed areas: Park closed for aerial shooting for feral animal control
The following parks, reserves and areas will be closed from 2pm on Sunday 23 March until 2pm on Friday 28 March 2025 for a pest management program:
- Beowa National Park (Green Cape area), including Light to Light walk, Bittangabee campground, Mowarry campground, and Saltwater Creek campgrounds
- Nadgee Nature Reserve and
- South East Forest National Park (Nungatta Valley). Please note, the road through this park will remain open, but the land on either side is closed for this program. Please do not enter this land.
This program will involve aerial shooting during daylight hours. Feral species targeted under this program include deer, foxes and other pests. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species.
The closed areas will be signposted at relevant access points. Please avoid these areas and do not enter closed areas during this time. Please follow any directions from NPWS staff and authorised contractors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000
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Applies from Fri 14 Mar 2025, 3.48pm to Mon 14 Apr 2025, 3.49pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Mar 2025, 3.52pm
Closed areas: Partial Road Closures on Mericumbene Fire Trail
Parts of Mericumbene Fire Trail will be closed due to road works south of Oulla Fire Trail from 14th March 2025 until 14th April 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 3 Sep 2024, 8.00am to Wed 3 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Mar 2025, 9.55am
Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from 3rd March 2025 until 2nd September 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs.
The program will take place in:
- Brindabella National Park
- Bimberi Nature Reserve
- Wee Jasper Nature Reserve
- Oak Creek Nature Reserve
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 further information please call NPWS Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.
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Applies from Wed 12 Mar 2025, 9.32am to Tue 1 Apr 2025, 9.32am. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Mar 2025, 9.33am
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.
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Applies from Mon 3 Mar 2025, 12.51pm to Mon 29 Sep 2025, 12.51pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Mar 2025, 10.46am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 03 March 2025 to Monday 29 September 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and/or foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and will take place in:
- Araluen Nature Reserve
- Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
- Beowa National Park
- Berlang State Conservation Area
- Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve
- Bournda National Park
- Bournda Nature Reserve
- Coolumbooka Nature Reserve
- Deua National Park
- Eurobodalla National Park
- Kooraban National Park
- Majors Creek State Conservation Area
- Mimosa Rocks National Park
- Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
- South East Forest National Park
- Wadbilliga National Park
Signs will be placed at the entry to baiting locations. 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Mon 3 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Fri 25 Apr 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Mar 2025, 9.15am
Closed areas: Yankees Gap Fire Trail Closed
Yankees Gap Fire Trail in South East Forest National Park is closed for bridge replacements and repairs from Monday 3 March to Friday 25 April 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 28 Feb 2025, 12.13pm to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 12.14pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Feb 2025, 1.49pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in the north east precinct of Kosciuszko National Park, Scabby Range and Yaouk Nature Reserves within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area.
The program will be continuous and ongoing between 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025, and will use meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserve. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Mon 24 Feb 2025, 12.15am to Sun 24 Aug 2025, 11.57pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Mar 2025, 12.35pm
Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 24th February 2025 to 24th August 2025 . The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals including wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Kosciuszko National Park and Clarkes Hill, Bogandyera and Jingellic Nature Reserves.
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.
Please contact the local Khancoban NPWS area office for more information on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 15 Feb 2025, 8.30am
Safety alerts: Trailer access prohibited on some fire trails
The use of trailers is prohibited on the following trails in Deua National Park:
- Dampier Mountain trail
- Oulla Creek trail
- Minuma Range trail
- Merricumbene trail
- Mongamula trail
- Dry Creek trail
It is an offence to tow trailers on these trails. The penalty for towing trailers on these trails is a $300 penalty infringement notice, or higher if the matter is taken to court.
Trailer access to Bendethera is available from Moruya via Little Sugarloaf Road and Bendethera trail. From Braidwood, this increases travel time by about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
For more information see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/deua-national-park/visitor-info#Getting-there-and-parking
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Applies from Thu 14 Nov 2024, 3.02pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 9.03am
Other planned events: Roadworks on Araluen Road impacting access to Deua River Campgrounds
Eurobodalla Shire Council (ESC) have advised they are undertaking road stabilisation works along multiple sections of Araluen Road causing long delays to motorists.
This will impact how campgrounds along the road are accessed with 24/7 closures programmed from the end of February to June 2025. The following campgrounds will need to be accessed via the Araluen road from Braidwood to the west -
- Bakers Flat Campground
- Dry Creek Campground
- Deua River campground
More information regarding the current works can be found by visiting Live Traffic NSW | Incident Details, including any road closures on Araluen road and associated detours that may be required across this time. Access via the Kings Highway is suggested as an alternate route to avoid delays during this time.
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Applies from Tue 4 Feb 2025, 9.22am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 9.23am. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Feb 2025, 9.19am
Safety alerts: Alert Rough Road Conditions - Goodenia Rain Forest
Due to rough road conditions along Goodenia Road, reduced speed limits are in place. Please follow all signage and drive to conditions at all times.
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Applies from Tue 2 Jan 2024, 2.14pm to Thu 1 Jan 2026, 10.07am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jan 2025, 2.25pm
Safety alerts: River crossing to access Big Hole walking track - extreme caution advised
Access to The Big Hole walking track requires a river crossing of the Shoalhaven River.
During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossing may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly.
NPWS advises walkers to plan ahead and check the river levels in real time at https://realtimedata.waternsw.com.au/water.stm?ppbm=215008%7C215_SHOALHAVEN%7CSURFACE_WATER&rs&1&rslf_org before setting out.
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Applies from Mon 21 Oct 2024, 1.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Feb 2025, 9.28am
Closed areas: Jessops Creek Trail Closed
Jessops Creek Trail in Wadbilliga National Park is closed to all traffic until further notice due to significant storm damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 14 Feb 2022, 2.02pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Dec 2024, 12.41pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be ongoing until Thursday 20 March 2025 in the following areas:
- Tallaganda National Park
- Tallaganda State Conservation Area
- Gourock National Park
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 please call NPWS Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.
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Applies from Sat 1 Jun 2024, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Dec 2024, 12.41pm
Closed areas: Crow Valley Trail Closed
Crow Valley Trail is closed until further notice.
The closure will be in place until NPWS completes essential trail maintenance and bridge repairs to ensure safe public access. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Queanbeyan (02) 6229 7166
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Applies from Fri 25 Mar 2022, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Feb 2025, 11.18am
Closed areas: Kanoonah Road (north) closed due to landslip
Kanoonah Road in Coolangubra section of South East Forests National Park is closed from Myanba Falls Road through to the northern park boundary due to a major landslip.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Wed 23 Aug 2023, 1.45pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 1.47pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Mar 2025, 8.30am
Safety alerts: Potential for Unexploded Ordinances in Livingstone National Park
There is a Substantial risk of unexploded ordinances (UXO) within Livingstone National Park.
There is signage erected at all entrances to the risk area.
If you are driving, bushwalking or mountain biking in the area, you must keep to the formed trails within the UXO risk area. No camping or digging of any kind is permitted within the risk area.
For more information, contact the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Tue 1 Dec 2020, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 9.02am
Closed areas: Bendethera Caves Walking Track and Caves Access is Closed
Bendethera Caves walking track and caves access is closed until further notice due to ongoing bushfire and flood recovery works - all track markers were destroyed by fire. It's dangerous to walk off designated tracks in Karst areas. Please do not enter this area, follow the directions on closure signs and do not enter any cordoned-off areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Fri 18 Nov 2022, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Feb 2025, 9.29am
Safety alerts: Bendethera Valley Campground - Safety Alert
Please use extreme caution if traversing the river crossings and check weather conditions regularly prior to your trip in this area.
During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossings in to the Bendethera Valley campgrounds may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river in vehicles to access the campgrounds during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly. It is never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. You should check the weather forecast and NPWS website for advice prior to setting out to this remote campground, and if severe weather is forecast, reconsider your trip.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
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