Applies from Wed 12 Jun 2024, 7.00am to Fri 30 Aug 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jul 2024, 1.36pm.

Other planned events: Ironbark Flat picnic area partial closure

Some sections of Ironbark Flat picnic area, particularly near the river foreshore, will be closed from Wednesday 12 June 2024 until the end of August 2024, dependant on conditions. The closure is due to post-flood turf repairs and to allow the new turf to establish.

Please take note of signage and barriers in place protecting the work area.

The Audley Dancehall and Cafe, Royal National Park Visitor Centre and unaffected portions of the picnic areas will remain open to visitors during the repair works.

For further information, please contact Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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• Royal National Park

Applies from Thu 4 Jul 2024, 9.33am to Thu 31 Oct 2024, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jul 2024, 11.07am.

Closed areas: Barrenjoey access trail closed on weekdays

Barrenjoey access road is closed on weekdays from Monday 8 July 2024 to Thursday 31 October 2024 due to construction works. Pedestrian access to Barrenjoey Lighthouse will be via Smugglers track.

The Smugglers track is a grade 3 walking track – mostly stairs. It is a steeper and more challenging walk to the top of the headland. Please consider your ability prior to ascent.

For further information please call the local area office.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Wed 17 Jul 2024, 10.11am to Sun 21 Jul 2024, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jul 2024, 10.12am.

Other planned events: BBQs out of order

Please be advised that the BBQs at Girrakool Picnic Area are currently out of order. Maintenance is expected to be completed by Monday 22 July 2024.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

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• Brisbane Water National Park

Applies from Thu 18 Apr 2024, 2.25pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jul 2024, 9.51am.

Closed areas: Six Foot track partial closure

Six Foot track is closed past Binda Bush cabins while Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve is closed for repairs to flood-damaged roads and landslips.

There is no access to Jenolan Caves.

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

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• Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Tue 16 Jul 2024, 4.02pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Jul 2024, 4.08pm.

Closed areas: Middle Camp Fire Trail Remediation Works

Middle Camp Fire Trail remediation works are scheduled to begin on Monday 22nd July 2024.

Trails in this area will be closed for the duration of the works which is expected to be several months.

NPWS apologises for the inconvenience this may cause regular uses of these trails however works are necessary to improve access to help manage fire related and other emergencies in this location.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000..

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Jul 2024, 10.51am.

Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed

Many roads, fire trails and walking tracks within 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 areas are closed:

Katoomba and Leura

• Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall risk.
• Leura Falls lookout is closed for upgrade works.
• Fern Bower track between Prince Henry Cliff walk (Grand Cliff Top walk) and Amphitheatre track is closed due to multiple landslides.
• Federal pass between the Cooks Crossing (Kedumba River) and Dardanelles Pass (near the Giant Staircase) is closed due to a landslide. There is no access along Federal Pass from the bottom Giant Stairs to Scenic World. Visitors can access Scenic World bottom stations via Furber Steps only. Fares apply. 
• Ruined Castle, Golden Stairs, Solitary Loop and Federal Pass west of Scenic World are closed due to multiple landslides.
• Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck) will be closed to all traffic including walkers and cyclists from Monday 15 July until Friday 19 July 2024 for the upgrade of the road safety barrier.  There will be no access to Castle Head or the Kanangra to Katoomba walk.
• Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck) will be closed to all traffic including walkers and cyclists from Monday 22 July until Friday 26 July 2024 between Cliff Drive and Miners Track.  Walkers and cyclists can still access Narrow Neck via Miners Track from Narrow Neck Lookout.
• Lone Lyrebird track is closed between Gordon Road and the War Memorial, due to subsidence. Detour is in place.
• 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.
• Prince Henry Cliff walk (part of Grand Cliff Top walk) is closed between Fern Bower track, Echo Tree and Flat Rock lookout, due to a landslide. Please use Cliff Drive as short detour. 
• Prince Henry Cliff walk (part of Grand Cliff Top walk) is closed between Leura Cascades and top of Fern Bower, due to landslide and tree fall.  Please use Cliff Drive as a short detour.  
• Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.
• Mount Hay Road is closed from Lockley Pylon walking track due to road conditions.  No vehicle access to Mt Hay and Butterbox Point.  Pedestrians and cyclists are permitted.
• Six Foot track is affected by closures at Jenolan Caves.

Wentworth Falls and Woodford   

• Valley of Waters track is closed below Sylvia Falls. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Vera Falls, Hippocrene Falls or Wentworth Falls from Valley of the Waters.
• Charles Darwin walk (part of the 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.
• Bedford Creek trail will be closed Monday to Friday until Friday 26 July 2024 due to road repairs. There will be no access from Anderson fire trail or Murphys Road to Ingar campground. There is also no exit to Woodford from Andersons fire trail. Trials and campgrounds will be open on Saturday and Sunday. Ingar campground is open on Saturday night only.

Blackheath, Mount Victoria and Bells Line of Road

• Perrys Lookdown Road will be closed to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists from Monday 5 August to Friday 16 August 2024 for roadworks. The road will be open weekends. Alternative access to Acacia flat is available via Horse track (via Grand Canyon track) or Lockley Pylon.
• Williams track (Govetts descent) and Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides.
• Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and walking track are closed. Visit the Blue Mountains City Council website for information. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).

Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing

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

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

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Mon 15 Jul 2024, 11.44am to Fri 26 Jul 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 2.43pm.

Closed areas: Vegetation maintenance works in Lane Cove National Park

There are scheduled vegetation works on the trail network in Lane Cove National Park, starting Wednesday 24 July 2024 through to Friday 26 July 2024, weather permitting.

The following will be closed during these works:

• De Burghs trail - Wednesday 24 July
• Fullers trail - Thursday 25 July
• Sugarloaf Point trail - Friday 26 July

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.

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• Lane Cove National Park

Applies from Mon 3 Jun 2024, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 2.29pm.

Closed areas: Middle Head toilet block

The toilet block at Middle Head will be closed from Tuesday 4 June to mid July as the building undergoes remediation works. 

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• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Tue 21 May 2024, 12.16pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 2.21pm.

Closed areas: Castle Rock pedestrian bridge closed for replacement

The Manly to the Spit walking track will be closed between 91 Cutler Road and 17 Ogilvy Road, Clontarf from Wednesday 29 May to Monday 29 July 2024 for the replacement of a pedestrian bridge near Castle Rock Beach. An alternate route is available via Cutler Road, Barrabooka Road and Ogilvy Road. Directional signage will be in place to guide pedestrians through the alternate route.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Mon 15 Jul 2024, 9.34am to Mon 5 Aug 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 2.19pm.

Other planned events: Pay machine upgrade

Pay machines in this park are being upgraded to provide an even more reliable service for your convenience. Whilst this process is underway, coins may not be accepted at pay machines, however cash payments for park use fees can still be made at visitor centres. Pay machines will continue to accept credit card. ParknPay remains available in all Parks via the ParknPay app.

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• Garigal National Park
• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
• Lane Cove National Park
• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Tue 16 Jul 2024, 6.00am to Mon 22 Jul 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 10.56am.

Other planned events: Pay Machine notice

Pay machines in this park are being upgraded from Tuesday, 16th of July to Monday, 22 July 2024.

The upgrade is designed to enhance reliability for your convenience. During this process park use fees can be paid as follows:

• Coin payments may not be accepted at pay machines; however, credit card payments are accepted.
• Credit card payments can also be made at the Vehicle Entry Station on Polo Street or via  the Park’nPay app.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Visitor Services & Compliance Team on 02 9542 0666.

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• Kamay Botany Bay National Park

Applies from Mon 15 Jul 2024, 9.15am to Fri 19 Jul 2024, 9.16am. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jul 2024, 9.54am.

Closed areas: Mitchell Park closed to vehicles

Mitchell Park is closed to vehicles due to flood impacts. Pedestrian access is permitted. This will be reviewed Thursday 18 July 2024.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 4580 2750.

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• Cattai National Park

Applies from Wed 10 Apr 2024, 12.15pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 5.01am.

Closed parks: Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve is closed until further notice due to heavy rainfall and flooding.

Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve is closed until further notice due to heavy rainfall and flooding.

This area will re-open as soon as it is safe.

Access to Six Foot track is not possible via Jenolan Caves

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 NPWS office.

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• Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve

Applies from Fri 26 Apr 2024, 8.09am. Last reviewed: Sun 14 Jul 2024, 3.12pm.

Other planned events: Watagan Forest Road traffic delays due to road maintenance works

Drivers / vehicles on Watagan Forest Road are advised to expect temporary delays due to road maintenance works being carried out.

Works include vegetation maintenance and surface grading on the road. Traffic control will maintain contraflow through out the works but delays may be incurred.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Sun 14 Jul 2024, 2.00pm to Fri 19 Jul 2024, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 2.41pm.

Closed areas: Closed due to Predicted Weather Event

Kanangra Boyd National Park, including the Boyd River Campground, will be closed from 2pm Sunday 15 July, reopening 12pm Friday 19 July 2024 due to the predicted weather event. 

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

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• Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Applies from Fri 28 Jun 2024, 9.00am to Fri 19 Jul 2024, 4.07pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 2.35pm.

Closed areas: Area closed for emergency infrastructure repairs

Some parts of Wyrrabalong Picnic Area are closed intermittently from Friday 28 June to Friday 5 July 2024 to facilitate emergency infrastructure repair. The closed areas are:

• Bateau Bay North Picnic Area
• Bateau Bay Northern Beach Access

Signage will be in place to inform any closures to ensure visitor safety. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Wyrrabalong National Park

Applies from Fri 12 Jul 2024, 1.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 1.03pm.

Closed areas: Duckholes trail closed for upgrades

Duckholes fire trail is closed from Monday 12 February 2024 to Friday19 July 2024 for upgrades. Do not enter the closed area. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 10.44am.

Closed areas: Mount Hay Road closed

Mount Hay Road is closed from the Lockleys Pylon walking track intersection due to road conditions.  No access to Mt Hay and Butterbox Point. Pedestrian access and cyclists are permitted.

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

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Mon 10 Jun 2024, 12.34pm to Fri 26 Jul 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jul 2024, 4.07pm.

Closed areas: Areas closed for visitor facility upgrade

The Beach and Silent Creek Camping areas are closed from Monday 10 June to Friday 26 July 2024 while visitor facilities are being upgraded. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Abercrombie River National Park

Applies from Wed 10 Jul 2024, 3.48pm to Fri 16 Aug 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jul 2024, 3.55pm.

Closed areas: Bob Turners fire trail and walking track closed for maintenance

Bob Turners fire trail and walking track will be closed for maintenance works from Monday 22 July - Friday 16 August 2024.

• Please note: there will be no access to the walking track or fire trail during this time.

For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 4720 6200.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Wed 10 Jul 2024, 3.33pm to Sun 11 Aug 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jul 2024, 3.42pm.

Closed areas: Nepean River fire trail closed for repairs

Nepean River fire trail in Yellomundee Regional Park will be closed weekdays for repairs until Saturday 10 August 2024. 

• Please note that the fire trail will be closed Mondays - Fridays whilst repairs are underway; however it will open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays during this time.

For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 4720 6200.

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• Yellomundee Regional Park

Applies from Wed 31 Mar 2021, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jul 2024, 3.21pm.

Closed areas: Bluefish Point closed

The Bluefish Point bushland area is closed to public access for public safety and to protect the landscape and important plant and animal communities. Access to rock pools is difficult and dangerous. Please stay on sign-posted walking tracks when visiting Sydney Harbour National Park for your safety and observe warning signs in the area.  

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• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jul 2024, 3.20pm.

Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times

The North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times are:

• AEDT From 1 October 2023 to 7 April 2024 - from 5am to 8.30pm
• AEST From 8 April 2024 to 6 October 2024 -  from 6am to 6pm

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• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Fri 21 Jun 2024, 4.51pm to Fri 26 Jul 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 9.34am.

Other incidents: Bobbin Head Visitor Centre phone issues

Unexpected issues with the Bobbin Head Visitor Centre phoneline are currently being worked on by technicians. If you are having trouble with your call not getting through to the visitor centre, please call 1300 072 757 or if trying to contact them directly send an email to npws.bobbinhead@environment.nsw.gov.au

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Tue 24 Oct 2023, 10.56am to Sun 1 Dec 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jul 2024, 10.12am.

Closed areas: The Coast track partial closure

Walking the full length of The Coast track from Otford to Bundeena or Bundeena to Otford is not currently possible due to several track closures along its length. These closures are necessary due to erosion, rockfall risk and ongoing track upgrade works.

Please note the following closures:

• Palm Jungle Loop track between Burning Palms, Werrong lookout is closed for track upgrades and storm impact remediation until December 2024.
• The Garie to Little Garie section of The Coast track is closed due to hazardous rockfalls and erosion.
• North Era campground is closed until further notice.
• Garie Road, Garie Beach and the Garie precinct is closed until further notice due to damage and subsidence of the road surface. Walkers approaching from the north (e.g. from Wattamolla or Bundeena) should exit the track via Curra Moors track.

Bushwalker access is available for the following sections of The Coast track:

• South bound access - Bundeena to Curra Moors track via Wattamolla and return only. No access to Garie Beach.
• North bound access - is via Garawarra Farm Ridge trail and Burgh Ridge track to North Era and return, during track upgrades.
• Figure 8 Pools access - Access via Garawarra Farm only to Garawarra Ridge trail and Burgh Ridge track.   

For further information please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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• Royal National Park

Applies from Wed 3 Jul 2024, 1.31pm to Fri 26 Jul 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 13 Jul 2024, 2.58pm.

Closed areas: Wheelbarrow Ridge Trail closed for road works - Parr SCA

Wheelbarrow Ridge Trail in Parr State Conservation Area will be closed for essential road works from 8:00am Monday 6 May to 4:00pm Friday 26 July 2024.

Please use the alternative route of Wheelbarrow Ridge Road and Greens Road.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 6574 5555.

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• Parr State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 3 Jul 2024, 4.09pm to Sun 21 Jul 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 7.39am.

Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground closed

Wheeny Creek campground will be closed until Monday 22 July 2024, due to wet weather and vandalism that has occurred.

Staff will assess conditions and reopen as soon as possible.

For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 4720 6200.

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Wed 31 Jan 2024, 11.34pm to Thu 1 Aug 2024, 2.35am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jul 2024, 3.26pm.

Other planned events: ‘1080 pest management’

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits and fresh baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 February 2024 and 31 July 2024 in Lane Cove National Park. Don’t touch baits. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

All baiting locations are 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 more information, contact the local park office on:

Lane Cove 8448 0400 (business hours)

NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)

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• Lane Cove National Park

Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jul 2024, 3.06pm.

Closed areas: Closed areas due to rifle range operations

The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be closed on the following dates/times due to ANZAC Rifle Range operations:

• Every Saturday, 8am to 5pm.
• The 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month, 8am to 5pm.
• ANZAC Rifle Range special events: 
  • All Schools training and competition - Tuesday 16 to Friday 19 July 2024 (8am to 5pm each day)
  • Service Rifle Championships - Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 October 2024 (8am to 5pm both days)

Do not enter the eastern section of the national park (including Boora Point walking track) when:

• Red flags are flying above the range
• The 'rifle range in use' warning signs are displayed at the park entry (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark).
• Park entry gates are closed.

The western section of the national park (Western Escarpment walking track) remains open when the rifle range is in use.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS local office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.

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• Malabar Headland National Park

Applies from Thu 4 Jul 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jul 2024, 3.02pm.

Closed areas: North Ridge Rd closure

North Ridge Road is now closed for works as part of the Gardens of Stone Multi-Day Walk. The closure will be in place until further notice.

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

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• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 15 Jul 2024, 7.00am to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 9.04am.

Closed areas: Area closed for carpark upgrade

Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 15 July to Monday 30 September 2024 while Redgum carpark, adjacent to Burrawang Picnic Area, is being upgraded. The closed areas are:

• Redgum carpark, adjacent to Burrawang Picnic Area, off Wilfred Barret Drive
• The entry to Redgum trail and Burrawang/Lilly Pilly Walking Track from Redgum carpark.

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

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• Wyrrabalong National Park

Applies from Fri 28 Jun 2024, 11.36am to Fri 26 Jul 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 11.32am.

Closed areas: Tunks Hill picnic precinct closed

Tunks Hill picnic precinct is currently closed for maintenance and will reopen on Saturday 27 July 2024. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.

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• Lane Cove National Park

Applies from Thu 27 Jun 2024, 8.38am to Fri 30 Aug 2024, 8.43am. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jul 2024, 3.55pm.

Closed areas: Temptation Creek track and trail closures

Fire trails and walking tracks in the Temptation Creek Precinct will be closed on weekdays from Monday 8 July to Friday 6 September 2024 for fire trail maintenance works. The closed areas are:

• Florence Parade vehicle trail, between Farnell Avenue and Grays Point Road.
• Anana Hill vehicle trail, between Angle Road and Greenhaven Road.
• Temptation Creek vehicle trail
• Gardiners Garage vehicle trail
• Northern section of Rawson Parade vehicle trail. The section between Loftus Oval and the NPWS Royal National Park area office carpark will remain open.
• Grays Point School walking track
• Savilles Creek walking track.

Please do not enter closed areas and follow instructions of NPWS staff and contractors.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0632.

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• Royal National Park

Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 9.04pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jul 2024, 9.14pm.

Closed areas: Prince Henry Cliff Walk - Leura

Prince Henry Cliff Walk (Grand Cliff Top walk) within Blue Mountains National Park is closed between Leura Cascades and Fern Bower walking track due to major tree fall. The alternative route is along Cliff Drive from Leura Cascades.   For for further information please call the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 47878877.  

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 3.16pm to Thu 2 Jan 2025, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jul 2024, 3.21pm.

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 December 2024
• Martindale trail - closed until August 2024

Visitor areas that are currently closed include:

• California Hut - closed until late December 2024

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 Sat 29 Jun 2024, 3.18pm to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 3.20pm. Last reviewed: Sat 29 Jun 2024, 3.20pm.

Closed areas: Berowra walking track partial closure

Berowra walking track is partially closed until further notice from Apple Tree Bay to the Mt-Ku-ring-gai access track. There is a threat of rockfalls due to slope instability caused by recent weather events. NPWS is in the process of carrying out necessary repair works.

The Berowra walking track from Berowra Station to Mt Ku-ring-gai is open for use.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Thu 6 Oct 2022, 1.29pm. Last reviewed: Sat 29 Jun 2024, 12.47pm.

Closed areas: Moonee Beach access trail closure

The south Moonee beach access trail located at the northern end of the Moonee Beach fire trail will be closed indefinitely due to cultural heritage sensitivity.

Alternate access to the beach is provided via Moonee Beach Trail, or, Hooey Street Catherine Hill Bay.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Fri 28 Jun 2024, 10.08am to Sun 22 Sep 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Jul 2024, 9.27am.

Other planned events: Muogamarra 2024 Open Season

Muogamarra Nature Reserve is only open to the public for 6 weeks every year, around spring time. The dates for the 2024 Open Season are from Saturday 17 August to Sunday 22 September and bookings are essential for all visitors. Bookings can be made here

Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access is restricted at other times to approved educational and research activities only.

For more information about the reserve, call the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or the NPWS North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.

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• Muogamarra Nature Reserve

Applies from Wed 15 May 2024, 6.00am to Wed 31 Jul 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Jun 2024, 9.12am.

Closed areas: Newnes Campground Closure

Newnes campground in Wollemi National Park is closed for maintenance from Wednesday 15 May to Wednesday 31 July 2024. 

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

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• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Wed 26 Jun 2024, 3.03pm to Thu 26 Jun 2025, 3.04pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Jun 2024, 3.07pm.

Closed areas: Closed area: Yango walking track

Yango walking track is closed due to storm damage. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bulga Area Office on 02 6574 5555.

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• Yengo National Park

Applies from Tue 25 Jun 2024, 9.19am to Tue 23 Jul 2024, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Jun 2024, 9.21am.

Closed areas: Firetrail Closure

Kowmung River Firetrail and Banshea Firetrail in Kanangra Boyd National Park is closed due to damage from heavy rainfall. This includes Dingo Dell Campground. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.

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• Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Applies from Thu 18 Apr 2024, 12.38pm to Thu 10 Oct 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Jun 2024, 10.44am.

Closed areas: Woodford-Oaks trail closure

Woodford-Oaks trail is closed on weekdays to all cyclists and pedestrians due to heavy machinery in operation.

The Oaks and Single tracks will be open to cyclists on weekends, and will fully reopen as soon as works are complete.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4720 6200.

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Fri 1 Mar 2024, 7.48am to Wed 31 Jul 2024, 7.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Jun 2024, 7.49am.

Other planned events: Brooklyn Dam fire trail maintenance works

There will be surface maintenance works on the Brooklyn Dam fire trail between William St, Brooklyn and the end of the Jerusalem Bay trail, including Brooklyn Dam campsite, from the 2 April 2024. Expect delays and follow instructions of NPWS staff and contractors. Jerusalem Bay trail will remain open during this time.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Thu 20 Jun 2024, 1.11pm to Mon 13 Jan 2025, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Jun 2024, 1.11pm.

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.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Applies from Thu 14 Dec 2023, 3.34pm to Mon 2 Sep 2024, 1.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Jun 2024, 9.00am.

Safety alerts: Major Roadworks in Jilliby State Conservation Area - Commencing 27 December 2023

Major roadworks are ongoing in Jilliby State Conservation Area (Southern Precinct) and part of Ourimbah State Forest.

Partial and intermittent road closures should be expected. The roads that will be affected are:

• Red Hill Road
• Prestons Ridge Road
• Bradleys Point Road
• Campbells Point Road and 
• Tooheys Road.

Visitors are asked to avoid the area (if possible). Otherwise, please be aware of trucks and machinery using and working on the above roads and to drive to the conditions. Warning signs and traffic control will be in place. Work is expected to be completed by September 2024. The work is funded as part of the Fire Access and Fire Trail (FAFT) program aimed at providing safe and strategic fire trails for fire response and access.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 23 Nov 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Jun 2024, 8.31am.

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 Tue 11 Jun 2024, 4.05pm to Wed 31 Jul 2024, 4.06pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Jul 2024, 4.13pm.

Other planned events: Partial fire trail and track closure (north end Moonee Beach FT)

The northern end of Moonee Beach fire trail is closed for stage 1 construction works. Alternate access to Moonee Beach is via the walking track at the top of Hooey Street.

Work is expected to take several months. This work will finalise the loop of Moonee Beach fire trail and also enable emergency services such as ambulance and fire vehicles access to the back of the beach and improve rescue times for incidents.

NPWS apologies for the inconvenience and it is unfortunate that this work is taking place at the same time as the partial closure to Hooey Street due to the landslip. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance.  For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 11 Jun 2024, 11.02am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 12.25pm.

Closed areas: Fireroad 10C in Dharawal National Park is closed due to landslip

Fireroad 10C (Darkes Forest - O'Hares Creek) is closed to the public due to a landslip (June 2024) following heavy rain.  This will remain closed until the trail is repaired and is safe and accessible.  

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• Dharawal National Park

Applies from Tue 12 Dec 2023, 12.00am to Wed 30 Oct 2024, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 7.40am.

Closed areas: Areas closed for ground pest control operation

Some areas in this park are closed from 12am, December 18 2023 to 12am, October 30 2024 for a ground pest control operation.

The closed areas are:

• Warrells Trail off Obrien's Road
• The area between Warrells Trail and Basket Creek

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office: (02) 4720 6200.

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• Nattai National Park

Applies from Thu 4 Apr 2024, 11.15am to Thu 1 Aug 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Jun 2024, 1.05pm.

Closed parks: Park Closure

Bents Basin State Conservation Area is closed from 4th April 2024 until 1st August 2024 due to flood damage from the rain event of the 5th and 6th of April 2024

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park are / may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.

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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• Bents Basin State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 11 Jun 2024, 6.00am to Fri 23 Aug 2024, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Jul 2024, 9.51am.

Other planned events: Closed areas: State Mine Gully Road weekday closure (alternative access to the State Conservation Area via Old Bells Line Of Road)

State Mine Gully Road from the boundary of the State Conservation Area for a length of 1km will be closed on weekdays for road improvements works. State Mine Gully Road will be open from 6:00pm Friday to 6:00am Monday (inclusive of Saturday and Sunday).

The closure is effective from Tuesday 11th June until Friday 23rd August 2024.

Visitors are advised to use Old Bells Line of Road as the primary access into the State Conservation Area during the weekday closure period.

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

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• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 10 Jun 2024, 7.00am to Tue 30 Jul 2024, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jul 2024, 8.58am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from Monday 10 June 2024 to Tuesday 30 July 2024.

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

The program will take place in Palm Grove Nature Reserve.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Please contact the Girrakool NPWS area office for more information on (02) 43204200.

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• Palm Grove Nature Reserve

Applies from Mon 3 Jun 2024, 9.44am to Wed 31 Jul 2024, 9.44am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 9.56am.

Other incidents: Cattai National Park- flood repair works

Occasional flood remediation work may occur Monday to Friday which may create noise disturbance. Please contact the area office on (02) 4580 2750 for further information.

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• Cattai National Park

Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 11.17am to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 13 Jul 2024, 2.25pm.

Closed areas: Brieses fire trail partial closure

The section of Brieses fire trail between Mooney Mooney Creek and Old Mooney Dam trail is closed until further notice due to a landslip, making it unsafe for vehicles.

Signs are in place around closed areas. This area will re-open as soon as it is safe and repair works have been completed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.

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• Brisbane Water National Park

Applies from Thu 15 Feb 2024, 5.04pm to Fri 30 Aug 2024, 5.10pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 May 2024, 4.40pm.

Closed areas: Artillery track closed

Artillery track is currently closed until repairs are completed to nearby historic structures. Boora Point walking track remains open.

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

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• Malabar Headland National Park

Applies from Tue 24 Jan 2023, 10.00am to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 May 2024, 4.22pm.

Closed areas: Gardeners Cottage closure

Gardeners Cottage will not be available for bookings until the replacement of the concrete seawall at Shark Beach, Nielsen Park has been completed. For more information on the seawall replacement please visit the project website or call the NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Tue 21 May 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Sat 13 Jul 2024, 2.25pm.

Closed areas: Warrah Trig Road closed to vehicles

Warrah Trig Road is closed to vehicles due to a recent increase in illegal activities throughout the area.

The road will remain closed until investigations are completed and further recommendations are made.

The road is open to pedestrians and cyclists.

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

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• Brisbane Water National Park

Applies from Wed 21 Jun 2023, 9.07am to Fri 29 Nov 2024, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Tue 21 May 2024, 8.59am.

Closed areas: Kurnell foreshore partial closure

Transport for NSW is constructing ferry wharves at Kurnell and La Perouse. Closures will be in place until late 2024. There will be no public access to the foreshore area between Prince Charles Parade and the wharf along Monument walking track. Alternative pedestrian pathways will be in place to allow public access into Kamay Botany Bay National Park.

For more information visit the Kamay Ferry Wharves project webpage.

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• Kamay Botany Bay National Park

Applies from Mon 13 May 2024, 4.58pm to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 4.58pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Jun 2024, 12.09pm.

Closed areas: Areas closed for deer control program

Some areas in Royal National Park are closed to the public between sunset and sunrise from Wednesday 30 May to Friday 29 December 2024 to enable a deer control operation to be carried out.

The affected areas include:

• All picnic areas in the Audley precinct
• Asset protection zones adjacent to Maianbar, Bundeena and East Heathcote.
• Wattamolla and Garie picnic areas
• North Era campground and coastal areas between Garie Beach and Figure 8 Pools
• Garrawarra Farm
• Lady Carrington Drive
• Bonnie Vale campground and picnic area.

These closures will be signposted at entry points to the closed areas. If you have approved bookings to camp you can still access campsites during these times.

Ground shooting will not take place during school holidays or on weekends or public holidays.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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• Royal National Park

Applies from Thu 9 Jun 2022, 2.01pm to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Jun 2024, 9.26am.

Closed areas: Post Office Lodge closed for restoration works

Post Office Lodge in Yerranderie Regional Park is closed for restoration works until September 2024.

For further information please contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.

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• Yerranderie Regional Park

Applies from Fri 24 Nov 2023, 5.00pm to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 May 2024, 9.04am.

Closed areas: Sunnyside Ridge Road closed

Sunnyside Ridge Road is closed due to unsafe conditions. Damaged mining infrastructure poses a risk to park visitors. The road will remain closed until remedial works make the road safe again.

The closure is inclusive of side tracks, The Spanish Steps and Campbells Road. This closure may be extended depending on progress of the works.

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• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 8 May 2024, 2.09pm to Sun 6 Oct 2024, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jul 2024, 8.45am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Monday 20th May 2024 to Sunday 6th October 2024.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will take place in Dharug National Park (NP), Koolewong Flora Reserve (FR), Manobalai Nature Reserve (NR), Parr State Conservation Area (SCA), Wollemi FR, Wollemi NP, Wollemi SCA, Yengo NP.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the 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 Wollemi Yengo NPWS area office for more information on 02 6574 5555.

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• Dharug National Park
• Koolewong Flora Reserve
• Parr State Conservation Area
• Wollemi Flora Reserve
• Wollemi National Park
• Yengo National Park

Applies from Thu 18 Apr 2024, 12.48pm to Tue 15 Oct 2024, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 7.39am.

Closed areas: Glenbrook precinct closure

The Glenbrook precinct will be closed on weekdays for major roadworks, from Monday 29 April to Tuesday 15 October 2024.

Heavy machinery and vehicles will be in operation from Mondays to Fridays during this period. Access beyond the entry gate will be closed to all vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists. 

The closed areas (Mondays to Fridays) include:

• Woodford - The Oaks trail
• The Single track 
• Euroka campground
• Red Hands Cave
• Red Hands Cave walking track
• Jack Evans track
• Nepean lookout
• Nepean River walking track
• Pisgah Rock
• Mount Portal lookout
• Tunnel View lookout
• Jellybean Pool
• Blue Pool
• Glenbrook Gorge walking track

The precinct will open on weekends, with most areas accessible. 

The following areas will be open on weekends:

• Euroka picnic area
• Woodford - The Oaks trail
• The Single track
• Mt Portal and Tunnel View lookouts
• Jellybean Pool
• Blue Pool 
• Glenbrook Gorge walking track

Other sections, including Red Hands Cave and Euroka campground, will remain closed over the weekend. The precinct will fully reopen as soon as works are complete.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 02 4720 6200.

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 8.26am.

Safety alerts: Pipeline fire trail flood damage

Pipeline fire trail has suffered some damage from the April 2024 flood event, resulting in deep rutting to the trail surface in some locations.

Pedestrians and Cyclists should use caution when tracking over these surfaces.

Care should be taken after heavy rain at all creek crossing and causeway points along this trail as water flows very fast and deep.

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• Heathcote National Park

Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Jun 2024, 12.10pm.

Safety alerts: Lower Pipeline fire trail

Lower Pipeline fire trail has suffered some damage from the April 2024 flood event, resulting in a minor landslide, taking out part of the fire trail itself.

Authorised Vehicles should avoid the area.

Pedestrians and Cyclists are not permitted to pass the landslip, they should avoid using the trail until a geotechnical assessment is undertaken.

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• Heathcote National Park

Applies from Sat 23 Dec 2023, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 May 2024, 11.42am.

Closed areas: Glow Worm to Newnes walking track

The section from Glow Worm Tunnel to Newnes walking track from the Glow Worm tunnel exit to the ‘four-ways’ intersection, Wolgan Valley, will remain closed until further notice.

This closure is due to significant rainfall, geohazards and to allow track work.

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

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• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 2 May 2024, 8.59am to Sat 2 Nov 2024, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Apr 2024, 3.09pm.

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 Friday 1 November 2024 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.

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• Abercrombie River National Park
• Abercrombie River State Conservation Area
• Blue Mountains National Park
• Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park
• Marrangaroo National Park
• Turon National Park
• Wollemi National Park

Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 7.39am.

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.

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• Blue Mountains National Park

Applies from Mon 15 Apr 2024, 12.24pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 May 2024, 2.25pm.

Closed areas: Access track to West Head beach closed

The access track which leads from Resolute track to West Head beach is closed from Thursday 11 April 2024 until further notice due to major storm damage.

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

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Mon 7 Nov 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jul 2024, 8.57am.

Closed areas: Timber Beach and Timber Beach walking track are CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC

Timber Beach walking track is CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. This area is extremely eroded and hazardous and this closure is in place to keep the public safe. 

The are has limited access for emergency services and carrying out rescues is extremely difficult and puts rescuers in danger.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the local NPWS office on 49729000

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 2 Apr 2024, 8.00am to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jul 2024, 11.40am.

Closed areas: Lost City South Closure

Lost City South is closed until December 2024 for construction associated with the Lost City Walking Track.

Major works include road repairs and access improvements, lookouts and facilities and construction of the Lost City Walking Track.

Lost City South will re-open in December 2024, with 4WD access currently open via Lost City north.

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

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• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 18 Mar 2024, 2.54pm to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 7.40am.

Closed areas: Sections of park closed for ground pest control program

A ground pest control program will be undertaken in Upper Nepean State Conservation Area between 6pm and 6am every day, between 29 April and 30 Sep 2024. The Upper Nepean State Conservation Area is entirely within the Sydney Catchment Authority Special Area (Water Catchment). In order to protect the area, the Upper Nepean State Conservation Area is closed to public access. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai Area Office at (02) 4720 6200.

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• Upper Nepean State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 18 Apr 2024, 1.43pm to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 7.40am.

Closed areas: Northern section of park closed for ground pest control operation

Northern section of park closed for a ground pest control operation.

The northern section of Burragorang State Conservation Area is closed between 6pm and 6am every day, except weekends, between 29 April and 30 Sep 2024 for a ground pest control operation.

The closure will extend from Ridge Road & Fire Trail 10a through to the northern extent of the park.

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

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• Burragorang State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 4 Mar 2024, 11.34am. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jul 2024, 3.49pm.

Closed areas: Commemoration Flat amenities block closed

From March to June 2024, contractors will be demolishing and replacing the amenities block at Commemoration Flat and upgrading the associated services. During these construction works, the northern part of Commemoration Flat carpark and the amenities block will be fenced off and occupied, and work crews will be on site.

Toilets will remain available at the visitors centre and cricket pitch area. The surrounding picnic areas and barbecue facilities will continue to be accessible during construction.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

For more information, email or call the NPWS Sydney South office on 02 9668 2010.

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• Kamay Botany Bay National Park

Applies from Mon 4 Mar 2024, 10.28am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jul 2024, 8.27am.

Closed areas: Werrong Beach track

Werrong Beach track in Royal National Park is closed until further notice due to landslides. Signs will be in place around the closed area.

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

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• Royal National Park

Applies from Thu 29 Feb 2024, 11.44am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Jun 2024, 11.10am.

Other planned events: Temporary access closures to trails at Middle Camp - Catherine Hill Bay - Munmorah State Conservation Area for external developer construction works.

Middle Camp DA/2238/2017 - has begun works in the Catherine Hill Bay area adjacent to lands managed by Munmorah State Conservation Area. These works due to the location now has temporary closures to access trails for Munmorah SCA. This is necessary for the contractor managing this development in order to maintain a safe construction site and public safety.

NPWS apologises for the inconvenience and are unable to provide alternate access.

This temporary closure affects: 

1. Collier fire trail
2. Powerline fire trail and 
3. Middle Camp fire trail
   

Please be advised that these closures will not stop access to fire vehicles in emergencies and does not cause a safety concern.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 15 Dec 2022, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 May 2024, 4.47pm.

Closed areas: North Mackerel track closed and Mackerel trail partially closed

North Mackerel track is permanently closed due to a potential risk of rockfalls and unstable cliff edges in the Great Mackerel Beach area.

The only designated land access to or from Great Mackerel Beach is via Mackerel track to the north, which intersects with Resolute track.

Due to land instability and risk to personal safety, there is no through or return access to or from the following places:

• The south end of Great Mackerel Beach via The Basin or Mackerel trail
• The west of Great Mackerel Beach via North Mackerel track, which is closed.

Please be aware of the risks associated with visiting natural areas, including rock falls, unstable edges, falling branches and interactions with wildlife.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Mon 27 Nov 2023, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Feb 2024, 12.48pm.

Other planned events: Hornby Light renovation works

Hornby Lighthouse at South Head is currently undergoing restoration and maintenance. Completion is scheduled for September 2024. South Head heritage trail remains open. However, views and access around the Hornby Lighthouse will be temporarily impacted during these works.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Fri 1 Mar 2024, 12.01am to Sat 31 Aug 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 May 2024, 7.55am.

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 February 2024 and 31 August 2024 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 20 Jul 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 May 2024, 9.34am.

Safety alerts: Haulage trucks using Old Bells Line of Rd

Haulage trucks are in operation along Old Bells Line of Rd between the park entrance near Chifley Road (Zig Zag Railway) and Clarence Sands during the following times:

• Monday to Friday: 04.00 to 18.00

• Saturday: 04.00 to 13.00

During these times road users are reminded to:

• drive with caution

• adhere to the speed limit of 40 km/hr

• listen for truck movements via UHF-11

If a UHF radio is unavailable, NPWS recommends to access the reserve via State Mine Gully Rd. For more information contact the Kanangra Area office on (02) 6336 6200.

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• Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 31 Jan 2024, 11.41pm to Thu 1 Aug 2024, 2.44am. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jul 2024, 11.51am.

Other planned events: 1080 pest management operation

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and canid pest ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes.

The program is continuous and ongoing between Thursday 1 February 2024 and Wednesday 31 July 2024 in the following areas of Sydney Harbour National Park:

• Chowder Bay
• Dobroyd Head
• Bradleys  Head
• Georges Head
• Middle and North Head (North Head includes the adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management and Quarantine Station).

Please don’t touch baits or ejector devices. All baiting locations are 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.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact:

Middle Head - 02 9960 6266 (business hours)

NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)

North Head Sanctuary, Manly (Harbour Trust Lands): 02 8969 2128 (business hours).

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• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Wed 31 Jan 2024, 11.14pm to Thu 1 Aug 2024, 2.17am. Last reviewed: Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.33pm.

Other planned events: 1080 pest management program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Thursday 1 February 2024 and Wednesday 31 July 2024 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. All baiting locations are identifiable by signs. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

For more information, contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 9451 3479 or Lane Cove area office on 8448 0400 during business hours. For after-hours enquiries, contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 056 294.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.10pm to Tue 4 Feb 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 11.32am.

Closed areas: Sugarloaf carpark closed

Sugarloaf car park in Lane Cove National Park is no longer open to the public. We apologise for any inconvenience.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood Area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Lane Cove National Park

Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.07pm to Tue 4 Feb 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jul 2024, 9.33am.

Safety alerts: Swimming safety in Berowra Valley National Park

Swimming is not advisable in Berowra Creek at certain times as the water may be subject to variable pollution levels and algal blooms. Please refer to the Hornsby Shire Council website before swimming in Berowra Creek. Alternatively you can call the Hornsby Council 24 hour information line on 9847 6666 or the Algal information line on 1800 999 457.

Swimming at Fishponds is not advised at any time due to heavy water pollution.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.For more information, contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Berowra Valley National Park
• Berowra Valley Regional Park

Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.05pm to Tue 4 Feb 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 11.32am.

Closed areas: Toilet closures in Lane Cove National Park

Some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends, public holidays and during school holidays. The closed toilets are at:

• Carters Creek (Area 9)
• Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
• Haynes Flat (Area 32)

Please note: This does not apply to bookings. Where there are bookings, toilets will be opened.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.

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• Lane Cove National Park

Applies from Mon 3 Jul 2023, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 May 2024, 2.32pm.

Closed areas: Mirang Campground Closed

Mirang Campground is now closed. The site has become a day-use ONLY picnic spot. No overnight stays permitted.

For further information, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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• Heathcote National Park

Applies from Wed 31 Jan 2024, 8.00am to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2024, 9.37am.

Safety alerts: Ironbark Road access to picnic area - last 850m 4WD only

The last 850m of Ironbark Road (Crown Road) to access Ironbark picnic area is currently limited to 4WD vehicles only.

This section is not suitable for conventional 2WD vehicles due to a severely eroded hill along the Crown Road.

Visitors to this section of the park travelling by conventional 2WD vehicles will need to walk the last 850 metres to access the park and Ironbark picnic area.

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• Popran National Park

Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Mar 2024, 10.10am.

Closed areas: Fort Denison closed

Fort Denison is currently closed.

Conservation and upgrade works are currently underway. Key elements include the construction of a new accessible wharf and maintenance and upgrade to buildings and services. Fort Denison will be closed to visitors until these works have been completed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Standard work hours during the construction phase will be between:

• 7am and 6pm Monday to Friday
• 8am and 1pm on Saturday

For more information, visit the project webpage or email us. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Apr 2024, 12.43pm.

Safety alerts: Prickly Ridge Road 4WD only

The section of Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.

To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.  

For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 12.14pm.

Closed areas: Muirs Lookout Picnic Area - Closed

Muirs Lookout Picnic Area on Prickly Ridge Road has been closed due to ageing infrastructure, obstructed lookout views to the coast and very low public visitation. Alternative picnic facilities are located nearby in Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park. Further information on other places to visit can be obtained via the NPWS or Forestry Corporation websites. 

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• Jilliby State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 21 Mar 2023, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Jul 2024, 9.51am.

Closed areas: Six Foot track - Bowtells Bridge closure

Bowtells swing bridge on Six Foot track is closed to protect public safety. An upgrade is being planned and the bridge is expected to reopen in  Mid August 2024. Signs and barriers are in place to prevent access onto the bridge.

Crown Lands, which manages the bridge, is advising track users not to attempt to cross Coxs River. Any attempts to cross the river are at your own risk and are discouraged due to the potential for slips or falls, rainfall and risk of flash flooding.

For further information visit the Six Foot track website.

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• Blue Mountains National Park
• Kanangra-Boyd National Park

Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 10.42am.

Closed areas: North Era campground closed

North Era campground is closed until further notice due to operational activities. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.

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• Royal National Park

Applies from Wed 31 Jan 2024, 11.25pm to Thu 1 Aug 2024, 2.27am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jan 2024, 9.33am.

Other planned events: ‘1080 pest management’

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 February 2024 and 31 July 2024 in Garigal National Park. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

All baiting locations are 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.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

For more information, contact the local park office on:

Forestville 9451 3479 (business hours)

NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)

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• Garigal National Park

Applies from Fri 30 Dec 2022, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jul 2024, 7.58am.

Closed areas: Longneck Lagoon walking track partial closure, Scheyville National Park

Longneck Lagoon walking track open.  Boardwalk currently closed due to flood damage

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• Scheyville National Park

Applies from Tue 18 Feb 2020, 5.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 May 2024, 3.51pm.

Closed areas: Tramway trail closed due to rockfall

Tramway trail in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area is closed to vehicles until further notice. The closure is due to a rockfall adjacent to the trail.

A geotechnical risk assessment has been undertaken.  Repairs to address safety issues need to be undertaken before reopening. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6370 9000.

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• Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 24 Dec 2020, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 May 2024, 3.51pm.

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 Fri 6 Oct 2023, 11.39am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Jun 2024, 9.08pm.

Closed parks: Yiraaldiya National Park closed during the establishment of feral predator-free area

Yiraaldiya National Park is a feral predator-free area. This means that feral predators, such as red foxes and feral cats, are being eradicated from the park. Locally extinct native wildlife are being reintroduced, including eastern bettongs, koalas and long-nosed bandicoots. For this reason, there is no access to the park while the feral predator-free area is being established. Once complete, the park will open for sustainable visitor access and enjoyment, and educational and research opportunities.

During the closure period visitors may not visit the park, and only NPWS staff and authorised contractors and volunteers are allowed entry to the park. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local park office on 02 4580 2750.

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• Yiraaldiya National Park

Applies from Wed 18 Aug 2021, 5.01pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jul 2024, 7.58am.

Closed parks: Prospect Nature Reserve closed public

Prospect Nature Reserve is closed to the public indefinitely as it's part of a Special Water catchment area. There is no public access at any time.

If you wish to visit the Prospect Reservoir area, Andrew Campbell Reserve on William Lawson Drive has picnic tables, playground and toilet facilities.

For more information about visiting Andrew Campbell Reserve, please contact Sydney Water on 13 20 92. 

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• Prospect Nature Reserve

Applies from Thu 28 Sep 2017, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Jun 2024, 12.20pm.

Closed parks: Kemps Creek Nature Reserve closed

This park is closed due to Phytophthora contamination, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Cumberland area office on 02 4572 3100.

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• Kemps Creek Nature Reserve

Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Jun 2024, 10.46am.

Safety alerts: Curra Moors track in poor condition

Sections of Curra Moors loop track are in poor condition due to erosion. Please use caution and be aware of unstable edges.

Planning for repairs is in progress. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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• Royal National Park

Applies from Sat 17 Oct 2020, 10.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Nov 2023, 9.52am.

Closed areas: North Head partial closure

Some parts of North Head in Sydney Harbour National Park are closed due to fire damage and geological instability. The closed areas include:

• Bluefish Point
• Wastewater Treatment Plant emergency access road

The following areas, and the bushland surrounding them, are also closed due to steep and unstable ground:

• Old Man's Hat
• Cannae Point
• Quarantine Head

Do not enter the closed areas.

Open areas include:

• Q Station
• North Head Sanctuary and Bella Vista Cafe (entry via North Fort)
• The track between Shelly Beach and Bluefish Drive
• Bluefish Drive to the Avenue of Honour
• Collins Flat Beach
• Fairfax track
• Burragula and Yiningma lookouts

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.

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• Sydney Harbour 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 Mon 29 Sep 2014, 1.49pm to Mon 11 Aug 2025, 11.58am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Jun 2024, 2.54pm.

Closed areas: No access to Old Wagstaffe trail through private property

There is no public access to Old Wagstaffe trail through private property. Signs show where public access is not permitted. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Central Coast area office on 02 4320 4200.

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• Bouddi National Park

Applies from Wed 7 Dec 2022, 5.39pm to Mon 27 Jan 2025, 5.40pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Jun 2024, 11.10am.

Closed areas: Area closed - Pink Caves

Pink Caves are closed to visitors because they are extremely unsafe to visit.

The caves are filled with water at high tide. Even at low tide they can be dangerous, as ocean swell sends unpredictable waves sweeping into the caves and across the rock shelf. Sudden rogue waves can cause serious injury and may drag visitors across the rocks or out to sea.

There’s no lifeguard service in this area and access for emergency services is limited. There’s no approved walking track to this location. Access to the caves involves walking over a rock shelf which is slippery, uneven and dangerous.

Visitors should take care when traversing all rock shelves and coastal areas located within Munmorah State Conservation Area.

For further information call the NPWS Lake Munmorah office on 02 4972 9000.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Mon 21 Aug 2023, 9.43am to Fri 21 Aug 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 May 2024, 4.42pm.

Other planned events: Construction Works Adjacent to Wyrrabalong National Park

Construction of the Magenta Shared Walkway on behalf of Central Coast Council is being undertaken adjacent to Wilfred Barret Drive, Magenta. These works are not within Wyrrabalong National Park and no clearing of Park Estate is planned to occur as part of these works. National Parks and Wildlife would encourage park visitors to follow any safety signage installed as part of these works. Further information regarding this project can be found at here at Magenta Shared Path Construction (continuation) | Central Coast Council (nsw.gov.au.

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• Wyrrabalong National Park

Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Jul 2024, 8.08am.

Other planned events: Marangaroo National Park

If you plan to stay at an NPWS campground after 1 June 2020 you'll need to make a booking first. This also applies to campgrounds that did not require bookings previously.

If you can't find your preferred campground on a webpage for Marangaroo National Park, please check this list of lesser-known campgrounds and make your booking.

If you're still unable to find your preferred campground phone 1300 072 757.

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• Marrangaroo National Park

Applies from Fri 24 Mar 2023, 9.31am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 May 2024, 2.25pm.

Closed areas: Section of Casuarina track closed for track maintenance

Part of Casuarina track is closed from Thursday 23 March 2023 until further notice due to maintenance on the footbridge.

The closed area is the section of Casuarina track between the end of Boree Road and the Carrol Creek track intersection.

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

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• Garigal National Park

Applies from Fri 4 Jan 2019, 1.28pm to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 1.38pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Jun 2024, 8.17am.

Closed areas: Morisset Picnic Area Closed

The Morisset section of Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area is closed from Thursday 20 December 2019. There is now no public access to the following areas:

• The  Morisset Hospital site
• Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area foreshore
• Morisset picnic area.

Alternative picnic areas are located in the Lake Macquarie Council area in and around the Morisset and Bonnells Bay foreshores. There is no public access to view the kangaroos that frequent the hospital site. Members of the public can contact the hospital administrative office on 02 4973 0222. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Feb 2024, 11.22am.

Closed areas: Kurnell Visitor Centre closed for upgrades

Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed until further notice. The site is being prepared for a new visitor centre as part of the Kamay 2020 Project. 

Learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Project or email the local area office.

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• Kamay Botany Bay National Park

Applies from Wed 3 Aug 2022, 10.43am. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jul 2024, 8.53am.

Safety alerts: Rock fishing safety

Rock fishing is a popular activity for many national park visitors and your safety whilst fishing is important. Parts of the NSW Central Coast are a declared high risk area due to large swells and hazardous surf conditions. In these high risk areas under the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016, you are required by law to wear an appropriate life jacket. This includes children and anyone helping you fish. This is regulated by NSW Fisheries and poses an on the spot $100 fine if non-compliant.

Before rock fishing you should always:

• check for park alerts or closures
• check the tides, swell and weather conditions before setting out and never fish in exposed areas during rough or large seas or in electrical storms.
• Wear your life jacket, appropriate light weight clothing and non-slip footwear

Stay safe, always watch the local conditions, never turn your back on the ocean and never fish alone.

If you’re in doubt don’t go out.

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• Munmorah State Conservation Area

Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Jun 2024, 10.47am.

Closed areas: Garie Road closed due to damage

Garie Road is closed until further notice due to damage to the road surface.

This road may remain closed for some time to allow for extensive repairs. A reopening date is not currently known.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check Live Traffic NSW for updates before driving to Garie Beach.

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• Royal National Park

Applies from Wed 10 Feb 2016, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Jun 2024, 9.19am.

Closed areas: Flat Rock track partial closure

The section of Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance to the Downpatrick Street entrance, is permanently closed as the old track passes through private property near Killarney Point.

Please note:

• Walkers heading west should exit Flat Rock track at the eastern end of Killarney Drive and use Killarney Drive until you reach Downpatrick Street. Then walk down the street and re-enter Flat Rock track from the Downpatrick Street fire trail.
• Walkers heading east should exit Flat Rock track at the Downpatrick Street fire trail and use Downpatrick Street, then Killarney Drive until you reach the end of Killarney Drive. Re-enter Flat Rock track from the Killarney Drive entrance.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Forestville area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.

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• Garigal National Park