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Woolpress Bend campground

Yanga National Park

Affected by closures, check current alerts 

Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Fri 7 August 2026, 11.05am

Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2026, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Aug 2026, 11.05am.

Closed areas: Campgrounds closed due to rain

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.

Other planned events: NOTICE OF PLANNED GROUND SHOOTING

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 Mon 16 Mar 2026, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 12.35pm.

Safety alerts: Traffic Alert - Waugorah Road

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.

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/campgrounds/woolpress-bend-campground/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Yanga National Park in the Murray-Riverina region
  • Yanga National Park is open Sunrise to Sunset but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

    Yanga Homestead Precinct is open 8.30am - 4.30pm.

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Emergency services

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