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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 1.28pm
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
- Giant Stairway is closed from Monday 28 April for maintenance. There is no access in or out of the valley via Giant Stairway. Alternate access is via Furber Steps or Amphitheatre track.
- Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall risk.
- Leura Cascades Parking Area and toilets are closed. 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.
- Golden Stairs walking track is closed due to landslides and rock fall. There is no access from Glenraphael Drive to Ruined Castle, Federal Pass or Scenic World. Ruined Castle and Mt Solitary can be accessed from Federal Pass (via Furber Steps) or Kedumba Pass.
- 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
- 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.
- Kings Tableland Road will be closed for road works from 20 May to the 27 June, 2025. This effectively closes access to Andersons mountain bike route and McMahons Lookout. It also affects one access to Ingar camping area. Vehicle access will only be permitted to residents for this period. Cycling, runners and walkers will be permitted on weekends only.
- 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, Hippocrene or Vera Falls. Valley of the Waters track is closed below Sylvia Falls.
- Valley of the Waters is closed for maintenance below Nature track junction from Wednesday 21 May to 30 June 2025. No access to Empress Falls and Sylvia Falls.
- Empress Canyon is closed from Wednesday 21 May to Monday 30 June 2025.
Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley 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.
- Pierces Pass Road will be closed for road maintenance from May 12th-23rd 2025. No vehicle access to Pierces Pass or Walls Lookout Day use areas during this time. All Grose Valley walking routes remain open; however, no parking at Pierces Pass or Walls Lookout is available during the closure period.
- Braeside fire trail and walking track will be closed for road maintenance from Wednesday 14 May to Friday 23 May 2025.
- Walkers using Duncan's Pass be aware of increase risk of trips, slips and falls due to degradation in track surface.
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.
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Applies from Mon 16 Dec 2024, 12.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 1.25pm
Closed areas: Fern Bower walking track closed
Fern Bower walking track in 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, call the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 2.17pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 2.19pm
Closed areas: Road Closed- Lost City North Road
Lost City North Road is closed from Friday 16th May 2025 for improvement works including road upgrades and visitor facilities.
Lost City Walking Track is accessible via Lost City Road (previously known as Lost City South Road).
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Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 9.45am to Sat 21 Jun 2025, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 9.49am
Closed areas: Tugalong section of Guula Ngurra NP closed for ground pest control program
The Tugalong section of Guula Ngurra National Park will be closed for a ground feral pig control program, from Sunday 18 May - Friday 20 June 2025 inclusive.
During this period firearms will be used in the park.
- Closure applies to the first Open weekend of June (7th June).
- Please note that Little Forest and Mt Penang areas remain open to the public during this period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 3.20pm to Thu 5 Jun 2025, 3.21pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 8.55am
Closed areas: Fire trails closed for maintenance ; Baal Bone and Long Swamp
Baal Bone Fire Trail and Long Swamp Fire Trail – Closed for fire trail maintenance works from 6am, Tuesday 29th April 2025 until 5pm, Thursday 5th June2025.
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Applies from Thu 4 Jul 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 8.54am
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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Applies from Thu 24 Apr 2025, 12.20pm to Fri 30 May 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 May 2025, 2.43pm
Other planned events: Upcoming temporary closure - Hartley Historic Site Visitor Centre
Hartley Historic Site Visitor Centre will be closed from 30 May to 27 June 2025 for roof replacement works.
During these works there will be no self-guided tours of Hartley Courthouse and Former St Bernards Church and Kew-Y-Ahn Aboriginal Gallery will be closed.
For more information, please email or call Hartley Historic Site Visitor Centre on 02 6355 2117.
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Applies from Fri 2 May 2025, 4.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 9.36am
Closed areas: Bowtells Swing Bridge on the Six Foot Track closed for maintenance
Bowtells Swing Bridge on the Six Foot Track at Katoomba is closed for bridge maintenance works from 19th May to 20th May 2025 inclusive.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 5 Mar 2025, 8.00am to Fri 30 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 8.59am
Closed areas: Illaroo Fire Trail Closed
Illaroo Fire Trail in Bugong National Park is closed for trail maintenance from 8:00am Wednesday 5 March 2025 to 5:00pm Friday 30 May 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Highlands Office on 02 4887 8244 or email [email protected]
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Applies from Tue 1 Apr 2025, 10.44am. Last reviewed: Fri 9 May 2025, 1.41pm
Closed areas: Link Walking Track temporarily closed
The following areas and walking tracks are closed from 9 May 2025 until further notice:
This is to allow for ongoing track works. For your safety, please follow all signs and instructions of NPWS staff.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 7.00am to Mon 26 May 2025, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 3.22pm
Closed areas: Burralow Creek Campground closed
Burralow Creek campground and picnic area will be closed from 28 April to 26 May 2025 for upgrade works to Bulcamatta Falls walking track.
The following connecting fire trails will also be closed:
- Paterson Range fire trail
- Tabaraga Ridge fire trail
- Burralow fire trail
There will be no public access during this time including walkers, bike riders, horse riders and vehicles. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Fri 2 May 2025, 8.59am to Fri 1 May 2026, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 1.44pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Friday 2nd May 2025 to Friday 1st May 2026 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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Applies from Wed 2 Oct 2024, 11.18am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.19am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 9.18am
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.
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Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 2.22pm to Sun 29 Jun 2025, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.58am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Gardens of Stone National Park from Monday 19th May – Sunday 1st June 2025.
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 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 local NPWS area office for more information:
Mudgee 02 6370 9000
Oberon 02 6336 6200
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Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 11.45am to Sun 29 Jun 2025, 11.45am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.50am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Blue Mountains National Park from Monday 19th May – Sunday 1st June 2025.
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 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 local NPWS area office for more information:
Blackheath 02 4787 8877
Oberon 02 6336 6200
Glenbrook 02 4720 6200
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Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 2.48pm to Sun 29 Jun 2025, 2.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.11am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Abercrombie River National Park (NP), Abercrombie River State Conservation Area (SCA), Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (KCR), Kanangra-Boyd NP Mares Forest NP, and Turon NP from Monday 19th May – Sunday 1st June 2025.
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 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 local Oberon NPWS area office for more information on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 8.00am to Sun 29 Jun 2025, 11.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.06am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Bangadilly National Park (NP), Bargo State Conservation Area (SCA), Burragorang SCA, Guula Ngurra NP, Joadja Nature Reserve (NR), Nattai NP, Upper Nepean SCA and Upper Nepean SCA Stage 2 lands managed by NPWS from Monday 19th May – Sunday 1st June 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will take place in
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 local Glenbrook NPWS area office for more information on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Tue 3 Sep 2024, 8.00am to Wed 3 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Apr 2025, 10.59am
Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from 3rd March 2025 until 2nd September 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs.
The program will take place in:
- Brindabella National Park
- Bimberi Nature Reserve
- Wee Jasper Nature Reserve
- Oak Creek Nature Reserve
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call NPWS Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.
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Applies from Tue 22 Apr 2025, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 8.16am
Closed areas: Jerrara Lookout Closure
Jerrara Lookout and associated access path will be closed from Tuesday the 22nd of April until works are completed.
The Green Track will still be accessible throughout this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 9 May 2022, 9.53am to Tue 30 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Apr 2025, 1.59pm
Closed parks: Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve closed
Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve will remain closed to the public until end of September, 2025 due to ongoing flood repairs and enhancements to visitor services and facilities.
The closure affects the entire reserve, including walking tracks, campgrounds, Arch Cottage, caves and trails.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4843 5976.
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Applies from Mon 10 Mar 2025, 6.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 3.41pm
Closed areas: Mt Penang Part 11 lands addition of Guula Ngurra National Park closed for deer control program
Mt Penang Part 11 lands addition of Guula Ngurra National Park will be closed between 5:00pm and 6:00am, from Monday 24 March 2025 - Monday 30 June 2025, for a feral deer management program.
This program is part of our ongoing efforts to reduce the significant impact of deer on native plants and animals, including threatened species.
- The control method will involve use of firearms by qualified and experienced contractors and staff.
- Closures will not apply on weekends or public holidays during this period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 4720-6200
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Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Mar 2025, 11.51am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
A baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between August 01 2024 to August 01 2025 in the Kangaroo Valley, Budgong and Illaroo areas.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, call the NPWS Shoalhaven area office on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Thu 9 Jun 2022, 2.01pm to Sat 31 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Mar 2025, 8.37am
Closed areas: Post Office Lodge closed for restoration works
Post Office Lodge in Yerranderie Regional Park is closed for restoration works until October 2026.
For further information please contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Mon 17 Feb 2025, 10.03am. Last reviewed: Thu 20 Mar 2025, 11.40am
Closed areas: Talisman Gallery closed
The Talisman Gallery at Hartley Historic Site is closed from Monday 17 February 2025 until further notice.
For more information, please contact Hartley Visitor Centre on 02 6355 2117.
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Applies from Tue 11 Mar 2025, 1.57pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.21am. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Mar 2025, 9.48am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program from Saturday 15 March 2025 to Monday 30th June 2025 The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Bango and Mundoonen Nature Reserves.
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 local Queanbeyan NPWS area office for more information on 02 6229 7166.
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Applies from Mon 10 Mar 2025, 9.46am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 3.40pm
Closed areas: End section of Gap Creek Walk in Jellore Flora Reserve closed for track construction
The end section of Gap Creek Walk, leading to Gap Creek, is currently closed for track construction.
- 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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Applies from Mon 10 Mar 2025, 6.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 3.41pm
Closed areas: Burragorang SCA partly closed for deer control program
Burragorang State Conservation Area will be closed between 5:00pm and 6:00am, from Monday 24 March 2025 - Monday 30 June 2025, for a feral deer management program.
This program is part of our ongoing efforts to reduce the significant impact of deer on native plants and animals, including threatened species.
- The control method will involve use of firearms by qualified and experienced contractors and staff.
- Closures will not apply on weekends or public holidays during this period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 4720-6200
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Applies from Sat 1 Mar 2025, 9.00am to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 8.41am
Safety alerts: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program
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 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025 along management trails in Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area.
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.
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Applies from Thu 13 Feb 2025, 9.55am to Sat 4 Oct 2025, 9.57am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 10.03am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 3rd March 2025 to 3rd September 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals wild dogs and/or foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock and will take place in:
Morton National Park (including: 12 Mile Road, Croobyar/Kingiman, Touga/Tolwong, Little Forest Plateau, Redground, Endrick and Sassafras)
Conjola National Park
Murramarang National Park
Parma Nature Reserve
Jerrawangala National Park
Colymea SCA
Bees Nest Nature Reserve
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands.
Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local NPWS Nowra Office on 44286300 or NPWS Ulladulla on 44549500 for more information.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Fri 31 Jan 2025, 7.32am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 8.51am
Closed areas: Euroka walking track closed for repairs
Euroka walking track in Blue Mountains National Park is closed for track repairs from Monday 1 February to Monday 30 June 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 20 Jun 2024, 1.11pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Apr 2025, 6.11pm
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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Applies from Thu 14 May 2020, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Feb 2025, 8.25am
Closed areas: Spring Creek Canyon closed due to rockfalls
Spring Creek Canyon in Bungonia State Conservation Area is closed due to rockfalls in the area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 8.40am
Safety alerts: Bungonia Gorge - Occasional high water
Whilst there is continuing rainfall periodically in Bungonia National Park, the Bungonia Creek water level may at times be higher than normal.
If you're planning to undertake the Red walking track or any activities within Bungonia Gorge, please assess water levels before continuing through the Bungonia Slot Canyon. If in doubt, turn back. Do not enter flood waters. Report conditions via the park register book on-site.
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Applies from Fri 16 Aug 2024, 1.35pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 9.16am
Safety alerts: Bird Rock Trail Closure
Birds Rock trail is closed beyond Birds Rock from Friday 16 August 2024 due to construction works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Thu 18 Jul 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 9.22am
Closed parks: Park closed for major road repairs
Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve is closed until 2026 while Transport for NSW repairs flood-damaged roads and landslips.
There is no access to Six Foot track via Jenolan Caves.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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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.
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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 8.51am
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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Applies from Thu 20 Jul 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Mar 2025, 9.19am
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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Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 11.05am
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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