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Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area

Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Tue 4 August 2026, 12.01pm

Applies from Wed 18 Feb 2026, 10.52am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Aug 2026, 12.01pm.

Safety alerts: Beach access closed due to beach erosion

Coastal processes have eroded the foredune in front of the cottages, causing a dangerous drop off. The beach access tracks between Mildenhall Cottage and Imeson Cottage, and from Partridge Cottage, have been closed until further notice. Access to Clarkes Beach is via Brooke Drive and the Pass, or through the Bawaii (Captain Cook) car park and rest area.

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Applies from Sun 31 May 2026, 5.00am to Fri 26 Feb 2027, 3.16pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jul 2026, 9.25am.

Closed areas: Cape Byron Lighthouse Cafe closed

Cape Byron Lighthouse Cafe will be closed until further notice from Sunday 31 May 2026.

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Fri 14 Aug 2026, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Aug 2026, 6.36pm

Hazard reduction burns: Quarry HR

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 14/08/2026. The fire is called Quarry HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Fri 14 Aug 2026, 6.30am to Sun 16 Aug 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Aug 2026, 5.00pm

Closed parks: Park closed for hazard reduction burning

Billinudgel Nature Reserve is closed for hazard reduction burning from Friday 14 August to Sunday 16 August. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

This burn is called the Quarry HR. For more information contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website

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Applies from Fri 16 Jan 2026, 10.16am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Aug 2026, 11.26am

Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed in both directions due to major landslip repairs

Nightcap Range Road is closed to traffic in both directions due to a major landslip associated with the 2022 flood event. The closure affects the section of Nightcap Range Road between the Rummery Road intersection and Telephone Road trailer parking area.

Access to Minyon Falls and Rummery Park is via Minyon Falls Road only.

An estimated repair date has not been determined. For more information, please email NPWS Richmond River Area or call on 02 6627 0200.

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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.44pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Jul 2026, 8.47am

Closed areas: Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and summit

Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and the summit are closed until further notice. Parking at Korrumbyn Creek and Breakfast Creek is limited.

Korrumbyn Creek picnic area, Lyrebird walking track, and visitor facilities at Breakfast Creek remain open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For up-to-date visitor information visit the Wollumbin National Park webpage.

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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/things-to-do/guided-tours/lets-go-surfing-lessons-at-byron-bay/local-alerts

Park info

in Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area in the North Coast region
- Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area is open all hours, but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
- Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn is open 8am to sunset.
- The Maritime Museum in the former Lighthouse Keeper’s office at the base of the lighthouse is open 10am to 4pm daily.
- Opening before 8am for events or disabled access can be arranged by prior notice – contact NPWS Byron Bay office during business hours 02 6639 8300.
Park entry fees:

Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn and Information Centre: $10 per vehicle per hour/$4 per hour motorcycles. Maximum 1 hour per vehicle per calendar day, including all NPWS annual passholders.

Bawaii rest area, Cosy Corner, and The Pass: $5 per vehicle/motorcycle per hour. Tap and pay card or phone payments accepted at pay machines. Cash and credit cards accepted at Walgun Cape Byron Information Centre.

Coach entry: $30 per coach up to 30 seats; $57 per coach 31 to 43 seats; $94 per coach 44 seats and over.
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Emergency services

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

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