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Applies from Sat 8 Mar 2025, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Mar 2025, 1.32pm
Hazard reduction burns: Western Side of Crace Lane Brindabella
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 08/03/2025. The fire is called Western Side of Crace Lane Brindabella. 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 Fri 7 Mar 2025, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Mar 2025, 12.39pm
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 Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 9 Mar 2025, 11.38am
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.
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 Fri 7 Mar 2025, 8.10am. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Mar 2025, 8.14am
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 9 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 Thu 2 Jan 2025, 2.53pm to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 2.53pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Mar 2025, 2.46pm
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 utilised. 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 Wed 5 Mar 2025, 8.26am. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Mar 2025, 8.42am
Closed areas: Eastern side of Gungarlin Camp ground closed Monday to Friday
Major works are occuring at the Gungarlin River campground from the 03/03/2025 to 21/03/2025. These works mean that cmping sites to the east of the Island Bend fire trail will not be accessible from Monday to Friday during this period. During this time the only sites avialable for camping will be those west of the IBFT. All sites will be open on the weekends.
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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 3 Mar 2025, 10.11am to Sat 12 Apr 2025, 9.13am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Feb 2025, 4.03pm
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: Tue 18 Feb 2025, 2.43pm
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, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Feb 2025, 1.46pm
Closed areas: Cascade trail carpark closed - 3 February to 21 March 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 21 March 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 3 Feb 2025, 11.55am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 12.10pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Feb 2025, 1.42pm
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.
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Applies from Mon 24 Feb 2025, 12.15am to Sun 24 Aug 2025, 11.57pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Feb 2025, 9.19am
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 Mon 3 Feb 2025, 2.15pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Feb 2025, 9.52am
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 Tue 4 Feb 2025, 5.00am to Thu 7 Aug 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jan 2025, 1.51pm
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 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 Wed 11 Dec 2024, 1.52pm to Sun 29 Nov 2026, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Dec 2024, 1.53pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - The Rock NR - Kengal Aboriginal Place
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 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.
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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 11.29am. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Feb 2025, 4.19pm
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.
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Applies from Sun 10 Nov 2024, 3.02pm to Mon 10 Mar 2025, 3.03pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Feb 2025, 9.13am
Fire bans: Park 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 Fri 1 Nov 2024, 10.47am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 10.48am. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Feb 2025, 8.35am
Safety alerts: Solid Fuel Fire Ban
A whole of park fire ban is in place in Weddin Mountains National Park from Friday 1 November 2024 until Monday 31 March 2025 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 Fri 1 Nov 2024, 10.29am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 10.30am. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Feb 2025, 8.35am
Safety alerts: Solid Fuel Fire Ban
A whole of park fire ban is in place in Conimbla National Park from Friday 1 November 2024 until Monday 31 March 2025 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 Thu 10 Oct 2024, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jan 2025, 8.55am
Fire bans: NSW NPWS Riverina Area - Solid Fuel Fire Ban (SFFB) Commences
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. For further information, visit the NSW National Parks - Total Fire Bans and park fire bans information page.
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 Sun 22 Sep 2024, 2.01pm to Sat 22 Mar 2025, 8.03am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Mar 2025, 8.09am
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 Sunday 22 September 2024 to Saturday 22 March 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.
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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 Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am to Mon 1 Feb 2027, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jan 2025, 2.59pm
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.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 4.01pm to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jan 2025, 3.00pm
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.
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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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