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Brackens Hut

Coolah Tops National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Tue 7 April 2026, 6.53pm

Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 12.17pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 6.53pm.

Safety alerts: Elevated bushfire risk

Due to warm, dry conditions there is currently an elevated risk of bushfires. 

Due to the risk of starting or becoming trapped by bushfire off-track/ backcountry/ bush camping is currently not permitted. Camping is currently only permitted within designated campgrounds.  

If lighting a fire or using a device that may cause a fire follow these rules:

  • Check the NSW Rural Fire Service website for the latest information on Fire Danger Rating or Total Fire Bans
  • Solid fuel fires are only permitted in designated national park fireplaces
  • Clear all flammable material within at least two metres of the fire / ignition source
  • Ensure you have a way to extinguish the fire (minimum of a bucket of water or fire extinguisher)
  • Keep fires small, attended, and supervised at all times
  • Never leave a fire unattended or burning overnight
  • Fully extinguish campfires using water – soak, stir, and repeat until cold
  • During hot, dry or windy conditions, fires can become dangerous quickly — if conditions worsen, fires should be put out early, don’t wait to be told

Report any unattended or unsafe fires to the local NPWS office 6843 4000, or in the event of a bush fire or other emergency call 000.

 

Nearby alerts

Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 12.17pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 6.53pm

Safety alerts: Elevated bushfire risk

Due to warm, dry conditions there is currently an elevated risk of bushfires. 

Due to the risk of starting or becoming trapped by bushfire off-track/ backcountry/ bush camping is currently not permitted. Camping is currently only permitted within designated campgrounds.  

If lighting a fire or using a device that may cause a fire follow these rules:

  • Check the NSW Rural Fire Service website for the latest information on Fire Danger Rating or Total Fire Bans
  • Solid fuel fires are only permitted in designated national park fireplaces
  • Clear all flammable material within at least two metres of the fire / ignition source
  • Ensure you have a way to extinguish the fire (minimum of a bucket of water or fire extinguisher)
  • Keep fires small, attended, and supervised at all times
  • Never leave a fire unattended or burning overnight
  • Fully extinguish campfires using water – soak, stir, and repeat until cold
  • During hot, dry or windy conditions, fires can become dangerous quickly — if conditions worsen, fires should be put out early, don’t wait to be told

Report any unattended or unsafe fires to the local NPWS office 6843 4000, or in the event of a bush fire or other emergency call 000.

 

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/accommodation/brackens-hut/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Coolah Tops National Park in the Country NSW region
  • Coolah Tops National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather, fire danger or management operations. The eastern end of the park is regularly closed during wet weather due to slippery road conditions.

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Emergency services

For all NSW fires visit the Rural Fire Service

For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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