Last reviewed: Thu 13 August 2026, 10.33am
Applies from Sun 9 Aug 2026, 11.54am to Mon 17 Aug 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Aug 2026, 10.33am.
Due to wet conditions Mungo National Park remains closed.
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 Sat 8 Aug 2026, 2.00pm to Mon 17 Aug 2026, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Aug 2026, 10.21am.
All accommodation in Mungo National Park (campgrounds and Shearer's Quarters) are closed due to the wet conditions until Monday 17 August 2026.
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.
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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| 24 August 2026 | Other planned events | Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program | Details |
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Applies from Mon 24 Aug 2026, 10.28am to Sat 29 Aug 2026, 10.39am. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Aug 2026, 10.47am NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting programs. Aerial baiting is scheduled from the 24 August 2026 to 29 August 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. |
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| 8 September 2026 | Closed areas | Main Campground closed for maintenance. | Details |
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Applies from Tue 8 Sep 2026, 10.00am to Wed 9 Sep 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Aug 2026, 10.16am The Main Campground will be closed to carry out scheduled maintenance. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office. Affects 1 location in this park: Show list |
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Applies from Fri 14 Aug 2026, 12.58pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Aug 2026, 1.03pm
River Drive is closed. Tandou Road to the park boundary is also closed. Cawndilla campground and River Drive campground remain closed. Bookings are available for Emu Lake campground and the Kinchega NP Shearers Quarters. This alert will be updated as conditions change. For further information please call the Broken Hill National Park office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Sun 9 Aug 2026, 8.30am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Aug 2026, 8.49am
All campgrounds are closed at Yanga National Park due to a significant rainfall event. This alert will be lifted once they are reopened. Please contact the park office for more information.
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Applies from Sun 26 Jul 2026, 10.11am to Sat 29 Aug 2026, 10.12am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Aug 2026, 8.52am
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 Tue 21 Jul 2026, 6.00am to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jul 2026, 11.35am
Kinchega National Park is undertaking a ground pest control operation. The park and campgrounds remain open for the duration of the ground shooting operation. This is a notification only and does not affect any visitor locations or campgrounds within Kinchega National Park. For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Park office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 16 Mar 2026, 4.38pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Aug 2026, 8.53am
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: Wed 12 Aug 2026, 8.53am
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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Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Jun 2026, 12.31pm
Vehicle access for the general public is restricted to public roads passing through or adjoining the reserve. Camping is not permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Lower Darling Area, Buronga office on 03 5021 8900.
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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/mungo-landscapes-photography-workshop/local-alerts
Mungo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. Fees are payable through self-registration envelopes outside Mungo Visitor Centre. Different fees apply for commercial tour operators and vehicles with 8 seats or more.
Buy annual passFor the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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