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Washpool horse riding trails

Country NSW, North Coast

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Current alerts in this area

There are no current alerts in this area.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Sun 16 Aug 2026, 4.03pm to Mon 24 Aug 2026, 4.03pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Aug 2026, 4.10pm

Safety alerts: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive – heavy vehicle warning

Trucks hauling gravel will be frequently travelling along Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive between Monday 17 and Friday 21 August as part of works on Beech Tree Trail.

Road users are advised to drive with extra caution and be prepared to encounter heavy vehicles, particularly on blind corners and narrow sections of the road. Please keep to signed speed limits, stay alert and follow all traffic signs and directions.

For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on (02) 6632 0000.

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Applies from Mon 3 Aug 2026, 11.12am to Fri 28 Aug 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Aug 2026, 10.03am

Other planned events: Park Closed for aerial shooting for feral animal control

Mount Neville Nature Reserve is closed from 6am, Monday 24 August to 6pm, Friday August 2026 for for aerial shooting targeting all pest animals.

This program aims to reduce the significant impact pest animals have on native plants and animals, including threatened species.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

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Applies from Tue 5 May 2026, 4.25pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 4.25pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jul 2026, 1.14pm

Safety alerts: Peacock Creek campground access - changed conditions

Peacock Creek Road and Sextonville Road may be slippery and unsuitable for 2WD access during wet conditions due to recently completed road works.

All motorists should drive to conditions and avoid towing or access via 2WD during or immediately following wet weather.

Check NPWS website alerts before visiting and follow all signage instructions at road works. For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.

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Applies from Mon 25 May 2026, 6.00am to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jul 2026, 8.44am

Safety alerts: Construction Works Along Bike Trails

Please be advised scheduled construction works will be underway along the bike trails in Currys Gap State Conservation Area from 25 May 2026 to 30 September 2026.

Work hours are :

  • Mon-Fri: 6:00am to 6:00pm
  • Saturdays: 6:00am to 1:00pm

 

The park will remain open during this time, however please adhere to all signs and directions from contractors and workers onsite. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.

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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 10.07am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 10.08am. Last reviewed: Sun 16 Aug 2026, 9.14am

Closed parks: Jubullum Flat Camp closed

Jubullum Flat Camp Aboriginal Area is closed until further notice due to hazardous trees and related works.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000.

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Applies from Sun 1 Jan 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jul 2026, 8.44am

Safety alerts: 4WD Access Only

Butterleaf Road, the access road into Butterleaf NP through the adjoining State Forest, is in very poor condition, and access is restricted to 4WD only. Please exercise caution and drive to conditions.

For further information contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.

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Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jul 2026, 8.44am

Safety alerts: Speed limits within park

Vehicle access in Boonoo Boonoo NP is restricted to a maximum of 40km/h throughout the park, and some areas with shared pedestrian access are restricted to 10km/h. Gravel roads can become slippery at times, particularly in wet weather, so please exercise caution and adhere to the sign-posted limits.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.

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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/horse-riding-trails/washpool-horse-riding-trails/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Washpool National Park in the North Coast and Country NSW regions
  • Washpool 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 applies only at attractions in the Glen Innes area. The park uses a self-registration fee collection system. Please bring the correct change and display your receipt.

    Buy annual pass

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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