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Applies from Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.44am
Closed parks: Park closed due to severe weather
Comerong Island Nature Reserve is closed from 31 March 2025 for approximately one week due to storm affected trees. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Roads into and throughout the park are closed.
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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Applies from Mon 31 Mar 2025, 9.00am to Tue 1 Apr 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Mar 2025, 10.16am
Closed areas: Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre and walking tracks closed
Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre and access to the walking tracks are closed from Monday 31 March to Tuesday 1 April 2025 due to road works.
This closure extends to West Rim walk and East Rim walk.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4887 8244.
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Applies from Sun 30 Mar 2025, 9.28am. Last reviewed: Sun 30 Mar 2025, 9.33am
Closed areas: Minnamurra rainforest precinct closed
Minnamurra rainforest precinct closed due to tree fall blocking access
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Applies from Sun 30 Mar 2025, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Sun 30 Mar 2025, 8.08am
Closed areas: Hoddles track closed
Hoddles Track closed due to excessive rainfall and increased risk of rockfall and landslip
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Applies from Sun 30 Mar 2025, 7.59am. Last reviewed: Sun 30 Mar 2025, 8.04am
Closed areas: Clover Hill Trail closed
Clover Hill trail closed due to excessive rainfall and increased risk of rockfall and landslip
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Applies from Sat 29 Mar 2025, 12.22pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Apr 2025, 7.59am
Closed areas: Drawing Room Rocks and Hoddles Track walking tracks closed due to high rainfall and rockfall/landslip risk
Drawing Room Rocks and Hoddles Track walking tracks are closed due to high rainfall and rockfall/landslip risk. The tracks will remain closed to the public until NPWS staff have conducted an inspection and it is safe to open. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Wed 15 Jan 2025, 7.00am to Fri 11 Apr 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Mar 2025, 9.20am
Closed areas: Parma Creek Nature Reserve - Roadworks
East West Link in Parma Creek Nature Reserve are closed for road maintenance from Wednesday 15 January to Friday 11 April 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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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 Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Mar 2025, 11.51am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
A baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between August 01 2024 to August 01 2025 in the Kangaroo Valley, Budgong and Illaroo areas.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 Shoalhaven area office on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Wed 19 Mar 2025, 6.00am to Fri 25 Apr 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Mar 2025, 8.27am
Other planned events: Trackwork on Hyams Beach Trail
Trackwork on Hyams Beach Trail in Jervis Bay National Park from Wednesday 19 March to Friday 25 April 2025. Exercise caution when using this trail.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office - 4428 6300.
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Applies from Fri 14 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Fri 4 Apr 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 12.41pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for aerial shooting for feral animal control
The following reserves and parts of park will be closed from 2pm Sunday 30 March to 2pm Friday 4 April 2025 for a pest management program:
- Barren Grounds Nature Reserve
- Carrington Falls precinct of Budderoo National Park, including Thomas Place, Nellies Glen, Carrington Falls campground and Douglas Creek trail
- Budderoo Fire Trail precinct of Budderoo National Park, including access to the top of Gerringong Falls
This program will involve aerial shooting during daylight hours. Feral species targeted under this program include deer, goats, pigs, 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 sign-posted at relevant access points. Please avoid these areas and do not enter closed areas during this time. Please follow directions from NPWS staff and authorised contractors.
Note that this program is likely to require only a single day of operations, dependent on weather, and so the above time period may be reduced as the program approaches. Continue to check this alert for updates.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Highlands area office on 02 4887 8244.
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Applies from Sun 30 Mar 2025, 2.00pm to Fri 4 Apr 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Mar 2025, 8.58am
Closed areas: Park closed for aerial shooting for feral animal control
The following parks, reserves and areas will be closed from 2pm Sunday 30 March until 2pm Friday 4 April 2025 for a pest management program:
- Bees Nest Nature Reserve
- Bungonia National Park - including Bungonia campground (Front gate will be locked at 2pm Sunday).
- Bungonia State Conservation Area
- Jerralong Nature Reserve
- Kerrawary Nature Reserve
- Nadgigomar Nature Reserve
- Tarlo River National Park
- Morton National Park - areas that will be closed are:
- Areas west and north of the Shoalhaven River, including Caoura Ridge, Long Point, Badgerys Spur, Matodoro Ridge and all associated walking tracks and lookouts
- Areas east of the Shoalhaven River to Tolwong Road and
- Shoalhaven Gorge area, upstream of Fossickers Flat.
This program will involve aerial shooting during daylight hours. Feral species targeted under this program include deer, goats, pigs, 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 sign-posted 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 Nowra area office on 02 4428 6300
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Applies from Wed 5 Mar 2025, 8.00am to Mon 7 Apr 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Mar 2025, 12.58pm
Closed areas: Illaroo Fire Trail Closed
Illaroo Fire Trail in Bugong National Park is closed for trail maintenance from 8:00am Wednesday 5 March 2025 to 5:00pm Monday 7 April 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Highlands Office on 02 4887 8244 or email npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 10 Mar 2025, 6.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Mar 2025, 2.40pm
Closed areas: Deer control program in Upper Nepean State Conservation Area from 24 March - 30 June 2025
Upper Nepean State Conservation Area (UNSCA) will be conducting a feral deer management program between 5:00pm and 6:00am, from Monday 24 March 2025 - Monday 30 June 2025.
This program is part of our ongoing efforts to reduce the significant impact of deer on native plants and animals, including threatened species.
- The control method will involve use of firearms by qualified and experienced contractors and staff.
Please note, UNSCA is entirely within the WaterNSW Special Area and is permanently closed to public access.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 4720-6200
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Applies from Thu 13 Feb 2025, 9.55am to Sat 4 Oct 2025, 9.57am. Last reviewed: Sat 15 Mar 2025, 4.54pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 3rd March 2025 to 3rd September 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals wild dogs and/or foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock and will take place in:
Morton National Park (including: 12 Mile Road, Croobyar/Kingiman, Touga/Tolwong, Little Forest Plateau, Redground, Endrick and Sassafras)
Conjola National Park
Murramarang National Park
Parma Nature Reserve
Jerrawangala National Park
Colymea SCA
Bees Nest 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Nowra Office on 44286300 or NPWS Ulladulla on 44549500 for more information.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Wed 21 Sep 2022, 1.08pm to Wed 11 Jun 2025, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Mar 2025, 6.04pm
Other planned events: 1080 fox ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting a continual and ongoing 1080 ground baiting program for the control of foxes from Thursday 12 December 2024 to Wednesday 11 June 2025.
The program targets target foxes in the Carrington Falls, Budderoo Plateau, Knights Hill and Barren Grounds areas. Bait stations are located on NPWS estate and Crown road reserves with permissions. Both buried baits and Canid Pest Ejectors are used in this program.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, particularly the threatened species within these areas.
1080 baiting signs are at all entries to the baiting location. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices.
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 more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.
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Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 2.23pm
Closed areas: Access to base of Belmore Falls prohibited
All access to the base of Belmore Falls is permanently closed as there is a risk of falling from the cliff edge and severe injury or death. This includes access from Hindmarsh and Belmore Falls lookouts and picnic areas.
Access is also closed to the top of Belmore Falls, including from the Belmore Falls Road causeway.
There is limited mobile phone reception in this area. You may not be able to call for help if you need it and access for emergency services is difficult.
The walk will remain permanently closed to the public to protect visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 12 Apr 2024, 11.52am. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Mar 2025, 3.00pm
Closed areas: Lyrebird Loop walk partial closure
Lyrebird Loop walk is partially closed until further notice due to flood damage. This closure affects the start of the Lyrebird Loop walk, which restricts wheelchair access.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Fri 10 Feb 2023, 9.21pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Feb 2025, 7.47am
Closed areas: Informal track to Clover Falls is is closed due to rockfall risk
Due to rockfall risk, the unsanctioned walking track from the end of Clover Hill Road at Macquarie Rivulet to Clover Hill Falls is closed.
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Applies from Mon 14 Dec 2020, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Sat 29 Mar 2025, 10.06am
Closed areas: Macquarie Rivulet - Jump Rock track closed
Access to Macquarie Rivulet (also known as 'Jump Rock') is not permitted. The track is steep and eroded, and contains unstable surfaces, cliffs and drop offs.
There is a high risk of injury from falls from heights. Do not enter the closed areas of this park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call 1300 072 757.
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Applies from Tue 18 Jun 2019, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Sat 29 Mar 2025, 10.06am
Closed areas: Restricted access to Macquarie Rivulet
There is no access to Macquarie Rivulet from Mount Murray, at the top of Macquarie Pass. If you access the rivulet from the top of the escarpment, you will be trespassing on private property. Access to Macquarie Rivulet is only permitted via Clover Hill Road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188.
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Applies from Thu 14 May 2020, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Feb 2025, 8.25am
Closed areas: Spring Creek Canyon closed due to rockfalls
Spring Creek Canyon in Bungonia State Conservation Area is closed due to rockfalls in the area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Mar 2025, 3.37pm
Safety alerts: Bungonia Gorge - Occasional high water
Whilst there is continuing rainfall periodically in Bungonia National Park, the Bungonia Creek water level may at times be higher than normal.
If you're planning to undertake the Red walking track or any activities within Bungonia Gorge, please assess water levels before continuing through the Bungonia Slot Canyon. If in doubt, turn back. Do not enter flood waters. Report conditions via the park register book on-site.
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Applies from Sat 2 Dec 2023, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Mar 2025, 3.36pm
Closed areas: Access to the base of Gerringong Falls is prohibited
Access to the base of Gerringong Falls is prohibited.
The area around and down to the base of the Gerringong Falls has loose rocks, steep cliffs and unstable ground surface making it dangerous to access. The walk will remain permanently closed to the public to protect visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local Area at npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 10.31am to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 10.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jan 2025, 7.15am
Safety alerts: Potential difficulties for cyclists navigating Beehive Walking Track
Cyclists undertaking the Fitzroy Falls to Kangaroo Valley cycling route are advised that there may be difficulties riding Beehive Walking Track, which provides one of two access routes to Beehive Campground. The original track has been closed to vehicles with many large logs impeding access. Alternative riding access to Beehive Campground is possible via Jack's Corner Road and Beehive Point Road.
This closure only affects cyclists wishing to access Beehive Point Campground. Walkers are not impacted by this closure and cyclists may choose to walk the trail with their bikes, lifting them over logs when required.
For further information, contact the NPWS Illawarra-Highlands Area on 02 4887 8244 or via email npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 31 Mar 2025, 10.50am
Closed areas: Camping areas closed due to flood and fire damage
Camping is closed indefinitely at the following campgrounds due to fire damage and flooding. The closed campground include (open for day-use only):
- Pauls Point
- Sundeck
- Sawyers
- Burrawang
Please note that the campgrounds will remain open for day use. Some campgrounds may be affected by flood debris following heavy rain, and there may be steep sand walls to access sites.
Please be cautious and move onto another campground if safety issues occur. There have been many changes to campgrounds along the river, including reduced campground capacity. Some sites also have extensive regrowth following fires.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 16 Apr 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Mar 2025, 11.22am
Safety alerts: Cycling Hazards in Conjola National Park
Cycle routes in Conjola National Park may currently be unsuitable for some cyclists due to recent roadworks. There are many sections of large ballast rock that have been used in boggy areas that may be difficult for cyclists to negotiate. It is hoped these will silt up over time and be more suitable for cyclists.
Take care and cycle safely
For more information, contact the local NPWS office
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Applies from Thu 18 Nov 2021, 10.47am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 9.17am
Closed areas: Toorooroo campground closed due to damage
Toorooroo campground is closed due to fire and flood damage. Please check back for updates.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 10 Nov 2020, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 9.29am
Closed areas: Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe closed
Minnamurra Rainforest Cafe is closed until further notice. Light refreshments and hot beverages are available for purchase from Minnamurra Rainforest Centre.
For further information contact Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.
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Applies from Thu 2 Jul 2020, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jan 2025, 9.51am
Other incidents: Minnamurra Rainforest may close at short notice
Minnamurra Rainforest is a popular location and will close at short notice if needed. This is to ensure visitation levels do not exceed safe capacity or due to the carpark reaching capacity.
NPWS encourages you to plan your visit outside of peak periods of 11am to 2pm.
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