Applies from Mon 20 Jan 2025, 8.14pm. Last reviewed: Sun 26 Jan 2025, 8.53am.

Fires - Advice: Bungle Gully Road

There is a fire in this park called Bungle Gully Road. 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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• Pilliga West State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 21 Jan 2025, 12.34pm. Last reviewed: Sun 26 Jan 2025, 8.45am.

Fires - Advice: B Line Road

There is a fire in this park called B Line Road. 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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• Pilliga West State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 24 Jan 2025, 2.46pm to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 2.46pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 5.41pm.

Safety alerts: Storm Damage Warning on Walking Tracks

Due to a severe storm that occurred on Thursday 23 January, visitors are advised to exercise caution when accessing walking tracks across the area. While some tracks have been closed for safety, others remain unassessed and may have damage or hazards we are not yet aware of.

Note severe damage is expected on some walking tracks in Nighcap National Park & Whian Whian State Conservation Area.

Please take extra care when visiting and follow all signage and closures.

For further information or to report damage, contact the NPWS Kyogle office on 6632 0000.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

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• Bandahngan Aboriginal Area
• Captains Creek Nature Reserve
• Koreelah National Park
• Mount Clunie National Park
• Mount Nothofagus National Park
• North Obelisk Nature Reserve
• Tooloom National Park
• Yabbra National Park

Applies from Mon 25 Nov 2024, 9.00am to Sat 1 Mar 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 2.05pm.

Closed areas: Four Bull Hut closed due to ongoing pest control operations

Four Bull Hut in the north of Washpool NP is closed until Saturday 1 March 2025 as there is an ongoing pest control operation underway.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the lNPWS Northern Tablelands Area office 02 6739 0700.

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• Washpool National Park

Applies from Wed 22 Jan 2025, 10.00am to Thu 20 Feb 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 2.02pm.

Other planned events: Emergency 1080 ground baiting

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will commence an emergency 1080 ground baiting program in Kings Plains NP on the 22 January to 20 February 2025.

The operations will use manufactured baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs. Signs will be placed at the entry to all the baiting locations. Domestic pets are not permitted in NPWS 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.

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• Kings Plains National Park

Applies from Mon 2 Sep 2024, 9.00am to Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 2.01pm.

Other planned events: Closure of Old Grafton Road

Clarence Valley Council are conducting extensive roadworks closing the Old Grafton Road (Old Glen Innes Road) between Newton Boyd and Buccarumbi, and as such access to Dalmorton campground is by Chaelundi Road from the south only. To access Chaelundi Road you will need to either enter via Marengo Road at Hernani, or via Sheepstation Creek Road at Dundurrabin. These roads are only suitable for 4WD vehicles and off-road caravans.

Please be aware this closure may add significantly to travel time to and from the campground. At this stage works are scheduled until the end of June 2025.

Further information relating to this closure can be found on https://www.livetraffic.com/

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• Guy Fawkes River National Park

Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 1.33pm.

Closed areas: Road closure

Some areas of this park are closed until further notice due to the demolition of a bridge from a past flooding event.

The closed areas include the 4WD access to North Washpool, an area also known as Washpool rest area, entering from Baryulgil onto Collum Collum Road. The bridge is washed away at the junction of Washpool Creek and Collum Collum Road.

Please note:

• Washpool National Park’s 2WD entrance off Gwydir Highway onto Coachwood Drive and Washpool Forest Way is open.
• Bellbird campground, Coombadjha campground and the Granites lookout and picnic areas are accessible.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Washpool National Park

Applies from Wed 2 Sep 2020, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 1.33pm.

Closed areas: Limestone Caves closed

The Limestone Caves in Kwiambal National Park are closed until further notice. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Kwiambal National Park

Applies from Tue 8 Oct 2024, 9.00am to Fri 31 Jan 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 1.33pm.

Other planned events: Caution: Roadworks in Place

Roadworks will be taking place along Farnell Road, Wattle Creek Road, Spirabo Forest Way and Billyrimba Trail from 9am Tuesday 8th October until 5pm Tuesday 31st January 2025.

All areas will remain open, please exercise caution when driving, riding or walking along these tracks, and follow any instructions from signage, staff or contractors.

Please note Washpool National Park’s 2WD entrance off Gwydir Highway onto Coachwood Drive is not impacted by these works.

For further information contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.

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• Capoompeta National Park
• Washpool Flora Reserve
• Washpool National Park
• Washpool State Conservation Area

Applies from Sun 1 Jan 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 1.32pm.

Safety alerts: 4WD Access Only

Butterleaf Road, the access road into Butterleaf NP through the adjoining State Forest, is in very poor condition, and access is restricted to 4WD only. Please exercise caution and drive to conditions.

For further information contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.

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• Butterleaf National Park
• Butterleaf State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 1.30pm.

Safety alerts: Speed limits within park

Vehicle access in Boonoo Boonoo NP is restricted to a maximum of 40km/h throughout the park, and some areas with shared pedestrian access are restricted to 10km/h. Gravel roads can become slippery at times, particularly in wet weather, so please exercise caution and adhere to the sign-posted limits.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.

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• Boonoo Boonoo National Park

Applies from Fri 24 Jan 2025, 11.53am to Tue 28 Jan 2025, 11.54am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 12.02pm.

Closed areas: Threlfall Walking Track Closed due to Flooding

Threlfall walking track temporarily closed due to flooding of Gara River.

Walking bridges are unsafe for crossing when overtopped by flood water.

Please abide by all signage directions - Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information please call Armidale NPWS on 02 6738 9100.

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• Oxley Wild Rivers National Park

Applies from Fri 19 Jan 2024, 9.31am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.33am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 11.47am.

Closed areas: Rockglen/Lea Hurst precincts closed for pest control operations

Western section of park closed for ground pest control operation

The western section of Curracabundi National Park (Rockglen and Lea Hurst precincts) is closed 9am, Friday 19 January 2024 to 10am, Monday 30 December 2025 for periodical ground based pest control operations that will be conducted throughout this period. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Barrington Tops Area Office 02 6538 5300.

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• Curracabundi National Park

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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• Deua National Park

Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jan 2025, 11.51am.

Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed

Many roads, fire trails and walking tracks in Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to infrastructure upgrades or damage caused by wet weather including subsidence, rockfalls, landslides and fallen trees.

The following tracks are closed:

Katoomba and Leura   

• Federal Pass is closed between Cooks Crossing (200m east of Furber Steps) and Giant Stairs due to a major rockfall. There is no access between Giant Stairs (below Three Sisters) and Scenic World Valley Stations or Furber Steps. You can descend Giant Stairs and walk Federal Pass or Dardanelles Pass to Leura Forest and exit via Amphitheatre track. 
• Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall risk.
• Prince Henry Cliff walk (part of Grand Cliff Top walk) is closed between Gordon Falls picnic area and Elysian Rock lookout, due to a landslide. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information. Detours will also be in place via Olympian Parade.
• Gordon Falls picnic area is closed due to upgrades. Detours for walking tracks are in place. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
• Fern Bower track between Prince Henry Cliff walk and Amphitheatre track is closed due to landslides. Access to Leura Forest and Jamison Valley is via Amphitheatre track.
• Ruined Castle, Golden Stairs, Solitary loop and Federal Pass, west of Scenic World are closed due to landslides.
• Lone Lyrebird track is closed between Gordon Road and the War Memorial, due to subsidence. Detour is in place.
• Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.
• Six Foot track is affected by closures at Jenolan Caves.

Wentworth Falls and Woodford

• Valley of the Water track has been affected by storms which has caused debris to affect the track and surrounds. Water levels can be unpredictable, and visitors should be aware of changing conditions.
• Charles Darwin walk (part of Grand Cliff Top walk) is closed between Fletcher Street and Weeping Rock. Detours are in place to provide directions to Wentworth Falls picnic area. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information.
• Part of National Pass (west of Wentworth Falls middle crossing) is closed due to a major landslide and ongoing risks.
• Wentworth Pass and Slack Stairs are closed due to multiple landslides. No access to Roberts Pass and Vera Falls. Valley of the Waters track is closed below Sylvia Falls.  

Blackheath, Mount Victoria and Bells Line of Road 

• Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and walking track are closed. For more information visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).
• Govetts descent and Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. The Grose Valley can be accessed from Blackheath via Perrys Lookdown or the Horse track.

Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing

Some adventure recreation areas and routes may be closed where the access or exit road/track is mentioned above.  

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Thu 23 Jan 2025, 9.32am to Mon 24 Mar 2025, 9.32am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jan 2025, 9.46am.

Closed areas: Oulla Creek Fire Trail closed due to road works

Oulla Creek Fire Trail will be temporarily closed from 23rd January 2025 until 24th March 2025 for road maintenance. 

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

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• Deua National Park

Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 2.39pm to Fri 24 Jul 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jan 2025, 2.26pm.

Closed areas: West End Trail - New England NP - Closed.

West End Trail in New England NP permanently closed due to multiple bridges out.

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• New England National Park

Applies from Thu 16 Jan 2025, 4.16pm to Thu 13 Feb 2025, 4.17pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jan 2025, 7.58am.

Closed areas: Storm Damage. Drive to conditions & be aware of your surroundings Wednesday 15 Jan 2025

Due to severe thunderstorms experienced across the Central West on Wednesday 15 January 2025, there are a number of trees which have come down within NPWS reserves in the area.  

Please ensure you drive to the conditions and take care when entering parks and reserves. If using walking tracks or camping areas, please ensure you are aware of your surroundings and look up. 

NPWS staff are working to remove fallen trees and debris within our reserves as soon as possible.

For further information please contact NPWS Bathurst Office on 02 6332 7640

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• Borenore Karst Conservation Reserve
• Conimbla National Park
• Goobang National Park
• Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area
• Mullion Range State Conservation Area
• Nangar National Park
• Weddin Mountains National Park
• Winburndale Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 19 Dec 2024, 10.15am to Fri 21 Feb 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Jan 2025, 2.31pm.

Closed areas: Waratah Visitors Bay and Gap Creek walk in Jellore Flore Reserve closed for track construction

Waratah Visitors Bay and Gap Creek walk, located on Clemens Rd at Jellore Flora Reserve, will be closed for track construction until Friday 21 February 2025. 

Please note there will be no pedestrian access during this time.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 4720-6200

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• Jellore Flora Reserve

Applies from Wed 15 Jan 2025, 2.19pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 3.11pm.

Closed parks: Wombeyan Caves closed due to storm damage

The following parts of Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve are closed from 8pm, Wednesday 15 January 2025 until further notice due to widespread storm damage:

• Wombeyan Caves campground
• Wombeyan Caves cabins
• Wombeyan dormitories
• Victorian Arch walking track
• Wombeyan picnic area
• All caves

These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

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

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• Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Mon 13 Jan 2025, 6.00am to Fri 21 Feb 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 11.27am.

Closed areas: Campground closed for facility upgrades

Mt Werong campground, including Ruby Creek walking track and lookout, will be closed for facility upgrades from Monday 13 January 2025, and will reopen on Saturday 22 February 2025. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Thu 16 Jan 2025, 3.45pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 11.16am.

Safety alerts: Valley of the Waters

Valley of the Waters walking track within Blue Mountains National Park has experienced some minor storm damage. The walking track remains open, however please use caution when visiting. 

For more information, call the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Sun 3 Nov 2024, 8.55am to Fri 31 Jan 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 10.50am.

Closed areas: Areas closed for trail maintenance: Webbs Ridge Trail between Doctors Flat Road and Dingi Dingi Ridge Trail 4/11/24 - 31/01/2025

The northern section of Webbs Ridge Trail between Doctors Flat Road and Dingi Dingi Ridge Trail in Brindabella National Park is closed from Monday 4 November to Friday 31 January 2025 while it is being upgraded. 

Access to Lowells Flat and McIntyres Campgrounds:

From the north: via Doctors Flat Road, Baldy Range Trail, Dingi Dingi Ridge Trail, Webbs Ridge Trail (south), Waterfall Trail. 

From the south: via Gentle Annie Trail, Webbs Ridge Trail, Waterfall Trail.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Queanbeyan NPWS office on 02 6229 7166. 

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• Brindabella National Park

Applies from Wed 21 Sep 2022, 1.08pm to Wed 11 Jun 2025, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Jan 2025, 2.21pm.

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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• Budderoo National Park

Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 9.06am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 Jan 2025, 1.07pm.

Closed parks: Yabbra National Park closed

Yabbra National Park is closed until further notice. The closure is due to damage from recent weather events, planned roadworks and ongoing pest control programs. Joes Box Road, Yabbra Plains Road, South Haystack Feeder Road and Pocupar Road are management trails only with only authorised vehicles permitted.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.

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• Yabbra National Park

Applies from Wed 15 Jan 2025, 12.48pm to Sun 2 Feb 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jan 2025, 7.59am.

Other planned events: PLANNED POWER OUTAGE - BALD HILL MINE - SUNDAY 2 FEBRUARY 2025

Essential Energy - Planned Power Outage - Sunday 2 February 2025 from 9:00am - 3:00pm affecting Bald Hill Mine, Hill End Historic Site.

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• Hill End Historic Site

Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 3.16pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jan 2025, 4.09pm.

Closed areas: Roads closed due to flood damage

The following roads in this park are closed due to storm and flood damage:

• California trail - closed until late May 2025

Visitor areas that are currently closed include:

• California Hut - closed until late May 2025

Gates have been locked, and signs are in place on closed roads. Expected reopening times are subject to weather delays.

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

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Wed 15 Jan 2025, 1.25pm to Wed 5 Feb 2025, 1.27pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jan 2025, 7.42am.

Closed areas: Notice of use of Hoggone (meSN) for Feral Pig control - Goobang National Park

Due to a large number of feral pigs causing impacts the Reserve, and to meet NPWS's General Biosecurity Duty, (GBD), under the Biosecurity Act, NPWS will be using "Hoggone" to control feral pigs in Goobang National Park. The program will be active from Wednesday 15 January 2025 until Wednesday 5 February 2025.

Program are designed to protect the Parks Biodiversity and to meet Biosecurity measures under the Act.

NPWS pesticides trained staff will be using this new control product to lessen the impacts caused by feral pigs in Goobang National Park.

HOGGONE will be used on this Reserve, and the product is a peanut based product with Sodium nitrite as the active poison.

This product is very effective on controlling feral pigs, and when used carefully, has few off-target impacts.

NPWS staff will be monitoring the success of the program.

For more information, call the NPWS Central West area office on 02 6332 7640.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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• Goobang National Park

Applies from Wed 2 Oct 2024, 12.59pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jan 2025, 11.46am.

Safety alerts: Weed Spraying Works

NSW NPWS will be working with a contractor and staff to complete a weed spraying program within Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve and National Park. 

Weeds being sprayed include: 

- Blackberries

- Scotch Thistle

- Oxeye Daisy

- Yorkshire Fog

If you have any concerns please contact Scone Depot on 6540 2333.

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• Ben Halls Gap National Park
• Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 14 Mar 2022, 8.04am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jan 2025, 1.29pm.

Closed areas: Nicholas Pass track partly closed

Nicholas Pass track is closed from its junction with the base of Fairy Bower Falls walking track to Ampitheatre Lookout until further notice due to a landslide and rock fall event.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Illawarra area office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Morton National Park

Applies from Mon 1 May 2023, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jan 2025, 1.27pm.

Closed areas: Gulp Road at Wingello closed

The Gulp Road section of Morton National Park is closed due to ongoing wet conditions, it will be re-opened after it has been assessed as suitable for vehicle access.

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• Morton National Park

Applies from Mon 16 Dec 2024, 12.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jan 2025, 9.56am.

Closed areas: Fern Bower to Leura Forest closed

Fern Bower walking track within Blue Mountains National Park is closed until further notice due to multiple landslides. There's no access to Leura Forest and Leura Cascades via Fern Bower. Alternative access is via Amphitheatre track.

For more information please call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.  

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Mon 9 May 2022, 9.53am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jan 2025, 10.34am.

Closed parks: Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve closed

Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve will remain closed to the public until June 2025, due to ongoing flood repairs. 

The closure affects the entire reserve, including walking tracks, campgrounds, caves and trails.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4843 5976.

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• Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Thu 14 Nov 2024, 3.02pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jan 2025, 9.29am.

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.

Delays of up to an hour are scheduled from Thursday 14th November to 27th June 2025 between 7am to 6pm. Some complete closures are also periodically advised. This may have impact accessing the following campgrounds from Moruya - 

- 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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• Deua National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jan 2025, 1.20pm.

Fire bans: Mudgee Reserves

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.

The following campgrounds are exempt and park users can have a small fire in NPWS supplied fire rings during this fire ban:

Capertee National Park

• Capertee campground
• Honeyeater Homestead
• Capertee Homestead
• Caretakers Cottage

Goulburn River National Park

• Spring Gully campground
• Big River campground

Goulburn River SCA

• The Drip day use area

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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• Avisford Nature Reserve
• Capertee National Park
• Dapper Nature Reserve
• Durridgere State Conservation Area
• Goodiman State Conservation Area
• Goulburn River National Park
• Goulburn River State Conservation Area
• Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve
• Yarrobil National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jan 2025, 1.18pm.

Fire bans: Park fire ban

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.

However, the following campgrounds are exempt in Wollemi National Park:

• Coorongooba,
• Ganguddy (Dunns Swamp)
• Wheeny Creek
• Colo Meroo
• Sheepskin Hut.

Park users can have a small campfire in NPWS supplied fire rings in the campgrounds listed above.

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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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Fri 22 Nov 2024, 1.32pm to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jan 2025, 1.07pm.

Other planned events: Ongoing 1080 Ground Baiting Capertee Valley

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 1 November 2024 to 30 April 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will take place in Wollemi National Park specifically the Canobla Gap Trail and Capertee River Trail areas in the Capertee Valley.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species including the Brush Tailed Wallaby, 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 Mudgee NPWS area office for more information on 02 6370 9000

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Thu 31 Oct 2024, 3.52pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jan 2025, 1.06pm.

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 campfires 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 are under the direct control of a responsible adult, who is present at all times during operation
• The area within two metres of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
• There is a ready supply of water adequate to extinguish all flames (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the Barwon Area office on (02) 6792 7300 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 41 parks in this region: Show list

• Arakoola Nature Reserve
• Bingara State Conservation Area
• Bobbiwaa State Conservation Area
• Boomi Nature Reserve
• Boomi West Nature Reserve
• Boronga Nature Reserve
• Brigalow Nature Reserve
• Brigalow State Conservation Area
• Budelah Nature Reserve
• Bullala National Park
• Bullawa Creek State Conservation Area
• Burral Yurrul National Park
• Burral Yurrul Nature Reserve
• Careunga Nature Reserve
• Couradda National Park
• Deriah Aboriginal Area
• Dthinna Dthinnawan National Park
• Dthinna Dthinnawan Nature Reserve
• Gamilaroi Nature Reserve
• Gunyerwarildi National Park
• Gwydir River National Park
• Gwydir River State Conservation Area
• Gwydir Wetlands State Conservation Area
• Hobden Hill National Park
• Horton Falls National Park
• Ironbark Nature Reserve
• Killarney State Conservation Area
• Kirramingly Nature Reserve
• Leard State Conservation Area
• Linton Nature Reserve
• Midkin Nature Reserve
• Moema National Park
• Mount Kaputar National Park
• Planchonella Nature Reserve
• Serpentine Ridge National Park
• Taringa Nature Reserve
• Terry Hie Hie Aboriginal Area
• Warialda National Park
• Warialda State Conservation Area
• Warrabah National Park
• Woodsreef State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 20 Jun 2024, 1.11pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jan 2025, 11.26am.

Safety alerts: Remote walking track conditions

Remote routes within the Kanangra Wilderness Area including Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) trail have been impacted by heavy fire regrowth and flood damage.

In some places, tracks are no longer visible and are not easy to navigate, taking longer to traverse than expected. Limited to zero water sources are currently available along routes.

If you plan to walk in the area, please ensure you have an appropriate level of experience, navigation skills and equipment including Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).

Mobile reception is limited so alternative communication methods are strongly recommended.

For more information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.

Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list

• Blue Mountains National Park
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Applies from Wed 2 Oct 2024, 11.18am to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jan 2025, 12.52pm.

Other incidents: Mittagong to Wombeyan Caves road closed

Wombeyan Caves Road between Mittagong and Wombeyan Caves remains closed due to extensive storm damage. Visitors are advised to travel to the caves via Goulburn and Taralga, or via Oberon from the north. 

For updates, call Wingecarribee Council on 02 4868 0888.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jan 2025, 9.34am.

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.

Affects 30 parks in this region: Show list

• Biddon State Conservation Area
• Binnaway Nature Reserve
• Boonalla Aboriginal Area
• Carrabear Nature Reserve
• Cooleburba State Conservation Area
• Dandry Gorge Aboriginal Area
• Dowe National Park
• Garrawilla National Park
• Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve
• Melville Range Nature Reserve
• Merriwindi State Conservation Area
• Pilliga East State Conservation Area
• Pilliga National Park
• Pilliga Nature Reserve
• Pilliga State Conservation Area
• Pilliga West National Park
• Pilliga West State Conservation Area
• Rocky Glen National Park
• Somerton National Park
• Timmallallie National Park
• Tinkrameanah National Park
• Trinkey State Conservation Area
• Ukerbarley Aboriginal Area
• Ukerbarley State Conservation Area
• Warrumbungle National Park
• Weetalibah Nature Reserve
• Willala Aboriginal Area
• Wingadee Nature Reserve
• Wondoba State Conservation Area
• Yarrigan National Park

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Barrington Tops National Park

Applies from Sun 5 Jan 2025, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Sun 5 Jan 2025, 9.38am.

Closed areas: Area closed due to Bushfire in Goonoo SCA

Some parts of this park are closed due to bushfire. 

• All areas east of Mendoran Road and south of Freemans Rd

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Goonoo State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.47am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.51am.

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 Warrumbungle Visitor information Centre on (02) 6825 4364 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 1 park in this region: Show list

• Coolah Tops National Park

Applies from Tue 16 Apr 2024, 10.35am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Dec 2024, 2.18pm.

Closed areas: Governor summit walking track CLOSED

The Governor (Corrunbral Borawah) summit walking track is closed until further notice due to elevated track damage. 

The Governor lookout walking track (from carpark to lookout platform) remains open. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Narrabri office on 02 6792 7300. 

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Mount Kaputar National Park

Applies from Tue 3 Sep 2024, 8.00am to Mon 3 Mar 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 21 Dec 2024, 2.47pm.

Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes

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 from September 3rd, 2024 until March 3rd, 2025 in the following areas:

• Brindabella National Park
• Bimberi Nature Reserve

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.

Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list

• Bimberi Nature Reserve
• Brindabella National Park

Applies from Tue 13 Jun 2023, 9.58am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 10.00am.

Closed areas: Coolah Tops National Park areas closed

The following areas are currently closed:

• Snow Gums walking track is temporarily closed for maintenance.

Forest Road between Coolah Creek Road and the entrance of Coolah Tops National Park is managed and maintained by Warrumbungle Shire Council. Please refer any inquiries concerning this road directly to the Council.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Castlereagh Area office on 02 6843 4000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Coolah Tops National Park

Applies from Fri 14 Jun 2024, 12.04pm to Wed 11 Jun 2025, 5.09pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jan 2025, 8.56am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 bait disposal pit

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is disposing of used 1080 baits and baiting products in an approved disposal pit on NPWS National Parks land within the Fitzroy Falls area.

The burial of used baits and products will occur from Thursday 12 December 2024 to Wednesday 11 June 2025. All bait material in the pit will be buried under at least 500mm of soil, and clear of waterways so as not to cause pollution of waterways. This is in accordance with the current Pesticide Control Order (1080 bait products).

There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to the disposal pit site.

1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) is lethal to pets (including domestic dogs and cats) and working dogs. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance. Domestic pets, including dogs and cats, are not permitted in national parks or reserves.

For more information, email or call the NPWS Fitzroy Falls Office on 02 4887 8244.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Morton National Park

Applies from Mon 24 Jun 2024, 9.25am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Dec 2024, 12.37pm.

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

The Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

Ground baiting will occur in Pilliga National Park and Pilliga State Conservation Area.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.

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 more information please contact the Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) on 0457 873 871 or NPWS Castlereagh Area on 02 6843 4000.

Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list

• Pilliga National Park
• Pilliga State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Dec 2024, 9.18am.

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 

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Deua National Park

Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Dec 2024, 10.59am.

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Morton National Park

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.

Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list

• Barrington Tops National Park
• Barrington Tops State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Nov 2024, 2.35pm.

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Morton National Park

Applies from Fri 12 Apr 2024, 11.52am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 7.51am.

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Budderoo National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 4.12pm.

Fire bans: Park fire ban

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.

However, the following campgrounds in Blue Mountains National Park are exempt:

• Galong Cabins
• Dunphys campground
• Murphys Glen
• Kedumba River campground
• Burralow Creek
• Euroka campgrounds

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 1 park in this region: Show list

• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Thu 10 Oct 2024, 4.39pm to Sun 30 Mar 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Dec 2024, 9.38am.

Closed areas: Red Hands Cave walking track - Partial closure

Red Hands Cave walking track (also known as Campfire Creek walking track) is partially closed until further notice to allow for extensive flood damage repairs.

Repairs are underway to the Link track section which runs through the gully. The rest of the walking track to Red Hands Cave is open. Pedestrian access is available all the way from the Red Hands Cave carpark through to the causeway.

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

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Tue 12 Nov 2024, 4.26pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jan 2025, 1.26pm.

Safety alerts: Changed road conditions

Roadworks are currently underway in Timmallallie National Park and Pilliga Nature Reserve. Roads remain OPEN. Please drive safely and adhere to roadworks signage.

For more information contact the Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre on 02 6843 4011.

Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list

• Pilliga Nature Reserve
• Timmallallie National Park

Applies from Fri 10 Feb 2023, 9.21pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 8.20am.

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Macquarie Pass National Park

Applies from Mon 14 Dec 2020, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 12.09pm.

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Macquarie Pass National Park

Applies from Tue 18 Jun 2019, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 12.09pm.

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Macquarie Pass National Park

Applies from Thu 14 May 2020, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 8.16am.

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Bungonia State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jan 2025, 9.37am.

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Bungonia National Park

Applies from Sat 2 Dec 2023, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 15 Dec 2024, 9.17am.

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Budderoo National Park

Applies from Mon 11 Nov 2024, 2.48pm to Sun 2 Mar 2025, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Jan 2025, 11.49am.

Closed areas: Section of park closed for ground shooting control program

The area of Nattai National Park between Obrien's Road and W4/Scabby Flat Trail is closed Monday 25th November 2024 to Saturday 1st March 2025 for a ground shooting control operation.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai Area office: (02) 4720 6200

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Nattai National Park

Applies from Thu 7 Nov 2024, 12.27pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Nov 2024, 1.04pm.

Safety alerts: Weed Spraying

Maynggu Ganai Historic Site consist of three separate management precincts - locally referred to as the Government House Block, the Military Barracks Block and the Well Block. Please be advised that the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) undertakes regular and ongoing weed spraying operations across these three areas. These weed management works include (but are not limited too) spraying of all of the boundary and timber bollard fence lines and internal walking track routes with Roundup Biactive and Associate (being glyphosate and metsulfuron chemical products respectively). These works are conducted in order to; control exotic grasses and environmental weeds, assist with grounds maintenance activities such as mowing and improve the aesthetics of the site. In addition, NPWS staff then treat other emerging weeds on a cases by case basis, such as St Johns Wort using Grazon Extra. 

For further information regarding this activity please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at either Dubbo on 02 6841 7100 or Bathurst on 02 6332 7640

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Maynggu Ganai Historic Site

Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 10.02am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 Nov 2024, 11.31am.

Closed areas: Areas in Willi Willi national park closed for repair works

The following areas are closed for repair works until Friday 28 February 2025

• Wilson River picnic area
• Wilson River Bridge on Hastings Forest Way
• North Wilson Road
• Waterfall Walk
• Botanic Walk

Access to the Banda Banda Aboretum is open however extreme caution should be exercised. The trail becomes very slippery in damp or even misty weather and there is an increased risk of fallen trees blocking the trail. There are limited places to turn around safely if the trail is blocked. Visitors are encouraged to walk in to the Arboretum rather than drive.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6588 5555.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Willi Willi National Park

Applies from Mon 4 Nov 2024, 12.15pm to Mon 31 Dec 2029, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 12.30pm.

Closed parks: Woodsreef State Conservation Area Closed

Woodsreef State Conservation Area is closed until further notice due to potential health risks from possible asbestos exposure.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Narrabri NPWS office on (02) 6792 7300.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Woodsreef State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 8.59am to Mon 5 May 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 10.21am.

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting program from Thursday 2 May 2024 to Monday 5 May 2025 in the following areas:

• Abercrombie River National Park
• Abercrombie River State Conservation Area
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
• Blue Mountains National Park (southern section)
• Wollemi National Park (Wolga)
• Gardens of Stone National Park
• Jenolan Karst Conservation Area
• Turon National Park
• Marrangaroo National Park

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

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.

For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200.

Affects 5 parks in this region: Show list

• Abercrombie River National Park
• Blue Mountains National Park
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
• Mares Forest National Park
• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 8.50am.

Fire bans: Hawkesbury-Nattai Reserves

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.

However, the following campgrounds are exempt in the following reserves:

Yellomundee Regional Park

• Shaws Creek Aboriginal Place

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 9 parks in this region: Show list

• Bangadilly National Park
• Bargo River State Conservation Area
• Bargo State Conservation Area
• Guula Ngurra National Park
• Jellore Flora Reserve
• Joadja Nature Reserve
• Nattai National Park
• Upper Nepean State Conservation Area
• Wollondilly River Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 12.51pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 12.51pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 1.58pm.

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 30 September 2024 to Monday 31 March 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.

Affects 6 parks in this region: Show list

• Araluen Nature Reserve
• Berlang State Conservation Area
• Deua National Park
• Majors Creek State Conservation Area
• Monga National Park
• Monga State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 6.00am to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Oct 2024, 3.39pm.

Other planned events: Changed traffic conditions due to pine plantation harvest

Forestry Corporation of NSW will commence harvest thinning of mid age pine plantation bounded by Coscgrove and Mount Werong Roads from late November 2024 to February 2025.

Traffic control measures will be in place when necessary, and additional logging traffic should be expected.Please take care on the road, and drive to the conditions.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Further information, please contact the Bathurst Forestry Corporation on 02 6331 2044.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 12.03am to Tue 25 Mar 2025, 12.44pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Dec 2024, 1.30pm.

Other planned events: Solid Fuel Fire Ban

A solid fuel fire ban is in place for Two Dams Picnic Area and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During solid fuel 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 1 park in this region: Show list

• Beni State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 10.55am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 10.55am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Dec 2024, 4.56pm.

Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban

A park fire ban is in place in Snake Rock Aboriginal Area 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 1 park in this region: Show list

• Snake Rock Aboriginal Area

Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 10.47am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 10.48am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Dec 2024, 4.56pm.

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Weddin Mountains National Park

Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 10.41am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 10.42am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Dec 2024, 4.56pm.

Safety alerts: Solid Fuel Fire Ban

A whole of park fire ban is in place in Nangar 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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• Nangar National Park

Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 10.29am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 10.30am. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Dec 2024, 4.56pm.

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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• Conimbla National Park

Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 8.29pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 8.25pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jan 2025, 8.15am.

Safety alerts: Solid fuel fire ban

A park solid fuel 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 Central West Area Office (02 63327640), 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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• Goobang National Park

Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 8.25pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 8.25pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jan 2025, 8.15am.

Safety alerts: Solid fuel fire ban

A park solid fuel 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 Central West Area Office (02 63327640), 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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• Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area

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.

Affects 6 parks in this region: Show list

• Buddigower Nature Reserve
• Gubbata Nature Reserve
• Jimberoo National Park
• Lachlan Valley National Park
• South West Woodland Nature Reserve
• The Charcoal Tank Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 11 Nov 2024, 12.00am to Sat 10 May 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Oct 2024, 9.01am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is ongoing and will continue to be conducted between Monday 11 November 2024 to Saturday 10 May 2025 within Girralang Nature Reserve.

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 call NPWS the Central West Area Office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640.

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• Girralang Nature Reserve

Applies from Wed 16 Oct 2024, 1.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Oct 2024, 1.47pm.

Closed areas: Mary's View Lookout - Closed

Warrick Road will be closed from the 4 November 2024 or a period of time due to planned road works.   Mary's View Lookout will be closed until the work is complete.  If you have any questions please contact the Walcha NPWS Office on 6777 4700. 

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• Carrai National Park

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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• Morton National Park

Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jan 2025, 8.25am.

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.

Affects 7 parks in this region: Show list

• Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve
• Abercrombie River National Park
• Bubalahla Nature Reserve
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
• Mares Forest National Park
• Wiarborough Nature Reserve
• Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Nov 2024, 2.55pm.

Fire bans: Mount Royal NP

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.

However, Youngville campground is exempt in Mount Royal National Park.

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 1 park in this region: Show list

• Mount Royal National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Nov 2024, 2.55pm.

Fire bans: Wollemi-Yengo Reserves

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 2 parks in this region: Show list

• Manobalai Nature Reserve
• Wollemi Flora Reserve

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.

Affects 3 parks in this region: Show list

• Gourock National Park
• Tallaganda National Park
• Tallaganda State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 1.41pm. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Dec 2024, 10.06am.

Closed areas: Penance Grove Boardwalk & Walking Track Closed Permanently

Due to extensive damage to infrastructure and trees during the 2019/2020 fires, the Penance Grove Boardwalk and Walking Track have been permanently closed.  Any reference to these areas on third party websites is old content and now incorrect.  Due to the extent of damage and complete loss of all infrastructure, there are currently no plans to reinstate the area.

The Corn Trail walking track, Dasyurus picnic area and Mongarlowe River picnic area all remain available. 

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• Monga National Park

Applies from Wed 18 Sep 2024, 2.22pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 2.23pm. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Jan 2025, 11.49am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 23rd September 2024 to Sunday 23rd March 2025. The operation will use a Felixer containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral cats, and approved meat baits, meat bait products, and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) for the control of foxes and wild dogs.

The program will be conducted in Nattai National Park.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.

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 Hawkesbury-Nattai NPWS area office on (02) 4720 6200 for more information.

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• Nattai National Park

Applies from Wed 11 Sep 2024, 3.52pm to Tue 11 Mar 2025, 3.52pm. Last reviewed: Sat 21 Dec 2024, 9.33am.

Other planned events: Notice of Ongoing 1080 Bating Program

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing pest control program using Meat Baits and Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes in Black Andrew Nature Reserve.

The program will be on going between the 11th of September 2024 and the 11th of March 2025.

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS Estate. 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 Tumut NPWS Office on (02) 6947 7000.

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• Black Andrew Nature Reserve

Applies from Sun 17 Mar 2024, 6.17pm to Mon 17 Mar 2025, 6.18pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jan 2025, 8.15am.

Other planned events: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program - controlling fox impacts for Biosecurity values.

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will be ongoing between 17 September 2024 and 17 March 2025 along management trails in Tollingo Nature Reserve and Woggoon Nature Reserve.

Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.

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 should 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 please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.

Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list

• Tollingo Nature Reserve
• Woggoon Nature Reserve

Applies from Sun 1 Sep 2024, 8.00am to Sat 1 Mar 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Dec 2024, 8.27am.

Other planned events: 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) pest control baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program between Sunday 1 September 2024 and Saturday 1 March 2025 in Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area. The program involves the use of Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) 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 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 Central West area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640.

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• Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area

Applies from Sun 1 Sep 2024, 8.00am to Sat 1 Mar 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Dec 2024, 8.27am.

Other planned events: 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) pest control baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program between Sunday 1 September 2024 and Saturday 1 March 2025 in Goobang National Park. The program involves the use of Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) 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 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 Central West area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640.

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• Goobang National Park

Applies from Sun 1 Sep 2024, 12.00am to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 11.39am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) and fresh meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The 1080 bating program is ongoing and will continue to be conducted between 01 September 2024 and 28 February 2025 within Winburndale Nature Reserve. All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. Pets and working dogs may be affected and must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity of the nature reserve and must not enter the baiting location (as 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at Bathurst on (02) 6332 7640.

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• Winburndale Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 1 Aug 2024, 2.34pm to Fri 1 Aug 2025, 2.35pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 8.07am.

Closed areas: Craigmoor is closed to the public.

Craigmoor is closed to the public.  See the website for a virtual tour of the house or contact local office for information.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Hill End Historic Site

Applies from Sun 28 Jul 2024, 2.52pm to Mon 27 Jan 2025, 2.54pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Dec 2024, 10.20am.

Other planned events: Notice of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes

The 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 from August 1st, 2024 until February 1st, 2025 in Burrinjuck Nature Reserve.

All entrances to the baiting location will be sign posted.

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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• Burrinjuck Nature Reserve

Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 1.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Dec 2024, 8.27am.

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Morton National Park

Applies from Thu 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jan 2025, 8.53am.

Safety alerts: Reduce speed and drive to conditions

Ongoing wet weather has impacted the roads in this reserve, leaving them washed out and/or under water for long periods of time. While they have dried out, access trails can still have rough surfaces and require maintenance. Please reduce speed, drive to conditions, and be aware of your surroundings. Heavy plant may be working in the area and care should be taken if you come across them. 

For more information, contact the NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.

Affects 7 parks in this region: Show list

• Cobbora State Conservation Area
• Coolbaggie Nature Reserve
• Drillwarrina National Park
• Goonoo National Park
• Goonoo State Conservation Area
• Mogriguy National Park
• Sappa Bulga National Park

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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• Barrington Tops National Park

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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• Tallaganda National Park

Applies from Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Dec 2024, 9.54am.

Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground - Boobook section permanently closed

The Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground has permanently closed due to flood damage. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4720-6200.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Wed 6 Jul 2022, 2.56pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jan 2025, 8.17am.

Safety alerts: Golden Gully track access

Golden Gully will be closed to users when weather forecasts predict 20mm or more of rainfall within a 24 hour period. Erosion and hazards may be present within the gully during and following significant and prolonged periods of rainfall. Please take care and follow on site signage.

For more information contact the NPWS Hill End Historic Site office on 02 6370 9050.

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• Hill End Historic Site

Applies from Tue 21 Nov 2023, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jan 2025, 3.15pm.

Safety alerts: Mount Tarn Navigational warning

Mt Tarn Walking Track is overgrown with vegetation between Mt Tarn and Mt Haughton which may cause navigation challenges.

Before you enter the bush, Think Before You TREK

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Morton National Park

Applies from Mon 22 Apr 2024, 1.14pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 1.46pm.

Safety alerts: Wingecarribee River walking trail impacted by flood damage

Some sections of the Wingecarribee River walking track have been severely damaged by recent floods. 

Pedestrian access is still open, however please take care when walking these sections of the track. 

For more information, please contact your local NPWS office on 4720-6200.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Bangadilly National Park

Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Sat 11 Jan 2025, 3.34pm.

Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed

Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4720 6200.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Thu 18 Nov 2021, 10.47am. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jan 2025, 9.53am.

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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• Morton National Park

Applies from Thu 24 Dec 2020, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Nov 2024, 8.32am.

Safety alerts: Drinking water in Capertee National Park

You'll need to bring your own water for drinking and cooking in Capertee National Park. Water supplied at Capertee Homestead and Capertee Cottage is untreated and only suitable for showering and washing dishes.

Campers at Capertee and Policemans Point campgrounds should not use water from Capertee River for drinking or cooking. 

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• Capertee National Park

Applies from Sun 17 Sep 2023, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Jan 2025, 9.41am.

Closed areas: 12 Mile Road Closed

12 Mile road between George Boyd Lookout and Braidwood Road in Morton National Park is closed due to recent storm damage. Culverts have been washed out and the road is untrafficable.

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

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Morton National Park

Applies from Fri 1 Jan 2021, 3.35pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Jan 2025, 9.41am.

Closed areas: Tianjara fire trail

Tianjara fire trail is closed. Please do not enter the closed area.

A review of access arrangements, the UXO area and permit system is being undertaken

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

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• Morton National Park

Applies from Tue 10 Nov 2020, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jan 2025, 9.51am.

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.

Affects 1 park in this region: Show list

• Budderoo National Park

Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.04pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.08pm.

Closed areas: Kanangra-Boyd management trail closures

The following fire trails in Kanangra-Boyd National Park are closed due to flood events and current track conditions:

• Mini Mini/Waterfall Creek
• Beefsteak Creek
• Gilbraltar
• Budthingaroo
• Mumbedah

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.

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• Kanangra-Boyd National Park

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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• Budderoo National Park

Applies from Tue 1 Dec 2020, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Dec 2024, 10.06am.

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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• Deua National Park

Applies from Fri 18 Nov 2022, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Nov 2024, 10.57am.

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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• Deua National Park

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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• Barrington Tops National Park