Yanga State Conservation Area
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Last reviewed: Fri 7 August 2026, 11.05am
Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2026, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Aug 2026, 11.05am.
All campgrounds are closed at Yanga National Park due to significant rainfall event forecast. This alert will be lifted once they are reopened. Please contact the park office for more information.
Applies from Sun 26 Jul 2026, 10.11am to Sat 29 Aug 2026, 10.12am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 12.35pm.
The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ground shooting programs in Yanga National Park for the management of pest animals, primarily feral pigs.
The proposed dates for these operations will occur between 26th to 28th August 2026.
Yanga National Park, State Conservation Area and Nature Reserve will remain open to the public during these operations.
If poor weather occurs, it may not be possible to undertake the control.
NPWS is undertaking the management of these pest animals as they can cause significant environmental damage to biodiversity values of our conservation areas.
If you would like any further information prior to the program, please contact Lower Darling Area Manager Phone: 03 5021 8900 Email: npws.lowerdarling@environment.nsw.gov.au
Applies from Sat 8 Aug 2026, 4.19pm to Tue 11 Aug 2026, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 8 Aug 2026, 4.27pm
Due to predicted significant rainfall event, the Mungo Self Guided Drive Tour is closed at Red Top lookout.
This closure may be further extended pending the local conditions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office
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Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2026, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Aug 2026, 11.05am
All campgrounds are closed at Yanga National Park due to significant rainfall event forecast. This alert will be lifted once they are reopened. Please contact the park office for more information.
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Applies from Sat 8 Aug 2026, 2.00pm to Tue 11 Aug 2026, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Aug 2026, 9.11am
All accommodation in Mungo National Park (campgrounds and Shearer's Quarters) will be closed from 2pm Saturday 8 August 2026 to 2pm Tuesday 11 August 2026 due to predicted wet weather.
This closure may be further extended pending local conditions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 5 Jan 2026, 2.00pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jul 2026, 9.29am
Council-managed access roads to Mungo National Park are unsealed and in variable condition. Before travelling on any unsealed roads, please check road condition reports for Balranald, Wentworth and Central Darling Shires. Do not travel on closed Council roads.
There are numerous access routes to Mungo National Park and conditions can change quickly due to the weather.
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Applies from Wed 15 Jul 2026, 8.18am. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Aug 2026, 11.57am
The following roads are closed in the Millewa and Gulpa Island precincts due to flooding:
Roads will be closed until further notice.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Sun 26 Jul 2026, 10.11am to Sat 29 Aug 2026, 10.12am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 12.35pm
The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ground shooting programs in Yanga National Park for the management of pest animals, primarily feral pigs.
The proposed dates for these operations will occur between 26th to 28th August 2026.
Yanga National Park, State Conservation Area and Nature Reserve will remain open to the public during these operations.
If poor weather occurs, it may not be possible to undertake the control.
NPWS is undertaking the management of these pest animals as they can cause significant environmental damage to biodiversity values of our conservation areas.
If you would like any further information prior to the program, please contact Lower Darling Area Manager Phone: 03 5021 8900 Email: npws.lowerdarling@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 6 Jul 2026, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Aug 2026, 11.57am
Murray Valley National & Regional Park, Barooga precinct is closed for camping and visitors due to Fire Access and Fire Trail maintenance works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Mon 29 Jun 2026, 5.13pm to Fri 4 Sep 2026, 5.14pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jul 2026, 1.05pm
Murray Valley National & Regional Park, Barooga precinct will be closed for camping and visitors from 29 June 2026 until 04 September 2026 due to Fire Access and Fire Trail maintenance works.
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Applies from Thu 28 May 2026, 1.49pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Jun 2026, 2.36pm
Poverty Point Rd from the entrance of the Murray Valley National Park, Moira precinct, to the Coolamon Rd intersection will be CLOSED due to emergency road works until 30 June, 2026.
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Applies from Wed 27 May 2026, 1.07pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 May 2026, 1.12pm
The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.
Trail closed signage is located on park.
The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open for use.
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Applies from Tue 21 Apr 2026, 1.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jul 2026, 1.03pm
A portion of Coolamon Road, between Swifts Rd and Poverty Point Rd is closed. Due to major works this portion will be closed in Moira precinct of the Murray Valley National Park until May 29, 2026.
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Applies from Mon 16 Mar 2026, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 12.35pm
There is currently a RED alert for toxic Blue-Green Algae for Yanga Lake.
Regatta Beach Picnic Area, is still open but contact with the water should be avoided. Algae may be toxic to humans and animals. Contact with or use of water from red alert areas should be avoided due to the risk of eye and skin irritation. Drinking untreated or boiled water from these supplies can cause stomach upsets. Alternative water supplies should be sought or activated carbon treatment employed to remove toxins. People should not fish when an algal scum is present.
Further Information is available at http://www.waternsw.com.au/algae or call the park office on 03 5021 8988.
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Applies from Mon 16 Mar 2026, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 12.35pm
There is currently major construction activity in Yanga National Park resulting in increased heavy haulage truck activity on the public road leading to Woolpress Bend Campground. Caution should be exercised to allow for this traffic. There are also sections of road-surface damage including bridge approaches. People accessing Woolpress Bend Campground should exercise caution and drive to the conditions.
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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/the-willows-campground-and-picnic-area/local-alerts
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