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Applies from Thu 6 Aug 2026, 11.59pm to Mon 28 Sep 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Aug 2026, 3.15pm
Other planned events: Notice of HOGGONE Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from 10 August 2026 to 28 September 2026. The operation will use HOGGONE (sodium nitrate) poison for the control of feral pigs.
The program will take place in Goobang National Park.
The program is designed to minimise impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.
Domestic pets and livestock are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Studies have shown low non–target uptake. Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. Livestock must be excluded from the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
This product contains peanuts and peanut oils and poses an allergy risk to those people with certain food allergies or sensitivity to peanuts.
Please contact the Dubbo NPWS Area office for more information on 02 6841 7100 or via email npws.centralwest@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Tue 7 Jul 2026, 12.16pm to Tue 1 Sep 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Aug 2026, 2.31pm
Closed areas: Goobang National Park - Spring Creek section (Wet and boggy conditions)
The Spring Gully area of Goobang National Park is closed due to very wet and boggy conditions from Tuesday 7 July to Tuesday 1 September 2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Central West Area office at Bathurst (02 6332 7640) or npws.centralwest@dcceew.nsw.gov.au
For other Local Government roads closure advice, please review Livetraffic.com
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Applies from Tue 8 Jul 2025, 3.02pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 3.03pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Aug 2026, 12.10pm
Other incidents: Mittagong to Wombeyan Caves - Road closed
Wombeyan Caves Road between Mittagong and Wombeyan Caves remains closed due to extensive storm damage. Please travel to the caves via Goulburn and Taralga, or via Oberon from the north.
For updates, call the Wingecaribee Council on 02 4868 0888.
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Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 2.27pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
A baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between July 28 2025 to August 01 2027 in the Kangaroo Valley, Budgong and Illaroo areas.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, call the NPWS Shoalhaven area office on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2026, 2.22pm to Sun 4 Oct 2026, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 12.28pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Gardens of Stone National Park from Monday 24th August – Sunday 6th September 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local NPWS area office for more information:
Mudgee 02 6370 9000
Oberon 02 6336 6200
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Applies from Mon 27 Jul 2026, 2.32pm to Sat 15 Aug 2026, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 12.11pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for track upgrade
The walking track between the bottom of Furber Stairs to Scenic World Valley stations will be closed from Wednesday 29 July to Friday 14 August (weather dependent).
- No access to Scenic World valley stations from Furber Stairs, Giant Stairs, Leura Forest, Lila Falls or Fern Bower.
- No access to Golden Stairs, Mount Solitary or Ruined Castle from Furber Stairs, Giant Stairs, Leura Forest, Lila Falls or Fern Bower.
Please use alternate routes and follow all closure signage.
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Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2026, 11.45am to Sun 4 Oct 2026, 11.45am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 12.02pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Blue Mountains National Park from Monday 24th August – Sunday 6th September 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local NPWS area office for more information:
Blackheath 02 4787 8877
Oberon 02 6336 6200
Glenbrook 02 4720 6200
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Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2026, 2.48pm to Sun 4 Oct 2026, 2.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 11.43am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Abercrombie River National Park (NP), Abercrombie River State Conservation Area (SCA), Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (KCR), Kanangra-Boyd NP, Mares Forest NP and Turon NP from Monday 24th August – Sunday 6th September 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local Oberon NPWS area office for more information on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2026, 8.00am to Sun 4 Oct 2026, 11.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 11.24am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Bangadilly National Park (NP), Guula Ngurra NP, Nattai NP and Upper Nepean State Conservation Area from Monday 24th August – Sunday 6th September 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impacts of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local Bargo NPWS area office for more information on 02 4632-4514.
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Applies from Sat 9 Apr 2022, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 10.45am
Closed areas: Parts of Blue Mountains National Park closed
Many roads, fire trails and walking tracks in Blue Mountains National Park are closed due to infrastructure repairs, upgrades or damage caused by wet weather including subsidence, rockfalls, landslides and fallen trees.
Katoomba and Leura
- Federal Pass is closed between the bottom of Furber stairs and Scenic World Valley Stations from Wed 29 July for bridge replacement. This means there is no access to Scenic World Valley Stations from the east which includes Furber Steps, Giant Stairs, Fern Bower, Leura Forest or Amphitheatre Tracks. However, visitors can exit out Furber Steps to Cliff Drive from the east. It also means there is no access from Furber Steps to the west i.e. to Narrowneck, Golden Stairs, Ruined Castle, Mt Solitary or from Malatia Wall & Point Abseil Routes.
- Fern Bower walk is closed for track repairs between the junction of Amphitheatre track and Leura Forest until 30 October 2026.
- The northern access of Leura Cascades Track is closed to due to Council upgrades. Visitors should detour via Prince Henry Cliff Walk to access. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
- Honeymoon Bridge is closed due to rockfall hazards. (Visible bridge from Echo Point. Side route off Three Sisters Track and Giant Stairs).
- Glenraphael Drive (Narrow Neck fire trail) is closed to vehicles near Cliff Drive due to a road subsidence. There is no vehicle access to Golden Stairs trackhead. Walkers and cyclists are permitted.
- Part of Lindeman Pass is closed due to a major landslide below Gladstone lookout. Roberts Pass is closed due to rockfall and landslide hazards.
- Six Foot track is closed at the boundary to the Jenolan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve. Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (including the Caves Visitor Precinct) is closed until 31 December 2026. There is no access to the entire reserve during this time.
- Mt Hay Road will be closed from 9 June to 17 December 2026 for fire trail upgrades. There will be no vehicle or pedestrian access during this time.
- No access to Fortress Ridge/Canyon, Butterbox track, Mount Hay Summit track and Lockleys Pylon walking track from 9 June to 17 December to allow for upgrade works along Mt Hay.
- There is no access Fortress or Butterbox canyon from 9 June until 17 December to allow for upgrade works along Mt Hay Road.
Wentworth Falls and Woodford
- Part of National Pass (west of Wentworth Falls middle crossing) is closed due to a major landslide and ongoing risks.
- Wentworth Pass and Slack Stairs are closed due to elevated boardwalk repairs. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls routes.
- Valley of the Waters is closed below Silvia Falls due rockfall hazards. There is no access to Roberts Pass, Hippocrene or Vera Falls.
- Murphy's Glen Campground, Bedford Road and Murphy's Road will be closed for maintenance from 10 Aug 2026.
- From 10 Aug Ingar Campground users must walk from Bedford Rd gate if accessing from Woodford due to roadworks. This is an extra 2.3km walk.
- Fletchers lookout is closed for maintenance until Friday 28 August 2026.
- Lincolns Rock is closed. For details visit the Blue Mountains City Council website.
- Winbourne fire trail (L6) in Woodford will be closed for maintenance until Friday 7 August.
- Lawson Ridge fire trail will be closed for road maintenance from 10 June to 7 August 2026. Open to walkers and cyclists on weekends.
Blackheath, Mount Victoria, Megalong Valley and Bells Line of Road
- Pulpit Rock Reserve, lookouts and part of the walking track are closed. For more information visit the Blue Mountains City Council website. Pulpit Rock walking track from Popes Glen is open as far as the NPWS boundary (as shown on Google maps).
- Govetts descent and parts of Rodriguez Pass are closed due to rockfalls and landslides. Valley access from Blackheath is via Horse Track.
Adventure recreation, canyons, abseiling and rock climbing
Juggler (aka Point Pilcher) Canyon exit has been affected by a recent rockfall event. Canyoners should use caution and exit around the impact site.
Some adventure recreation areas and routes may be closed where the access or exit road/track is mentioned above.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre.
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Applies from Mon 3 Aug 2026, 12.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 9.38am
Safety alerts: Construction works at Bungleboori precinct
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Construction works are underway at the Bungleboori precinct from August to December 2026. Visitors should drive with caution, follow traffic control measures and be aware of construction vehicles and workers in the area.
The Bungleboori site is closed to visitors during construction. Temporary road closures may occur from mid September 2026 while intersection and road safety upgrades are completed.
Check the Gardens of Stone local alerts page for current access information. For enquiries contact Kanangra Area office on (02) 6336 6200.
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Applies from Thu 30 Apr 2026, 11.28am. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jul 2026, 1.14pm
Closed areas: Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area closures and partial closures
Several areas within Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area are closed or under traffic management due to ongoing roadworks and visitor infrastructure upgrades. These measures are in place to support public safety while new and improved visitor infrastructure is under development.
Forest Campground precinct
The area west of Glow Worm Tunnel Road, from Western Boundary Road to Fire Trail No. 1, is closed to support the development of a major new visitor precinct. New visitor infrastructure includes major road upgrades, a family-friendly campground, and cycling and walking experiences.
There is no public access to:
- Western Boundary Road
- Red Hill Road
- Camp Road
- Newnes Afforestation Camp
- All roads within the closed area, including access to the southern end of Carne Creek Canyon
Camping information
Bush camping is permitted at sites located more than 200 metres from park infrastructure, including walking tracks and lookouts.
Visitors are advised to plan ahead, check the NPWS website before travelling for the latest updates, and follow all on-site signage and directions.
For more information, please contact the Kanangra Area office:
Email: npws.Kanangra@environment.nsw.gov.au
Phone: (02) 6336 6200
Access restrictions are strictly enforced to support visitor safety, and penalties may apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Thu 30 Jul 2026, 3.19pm to Fri 30 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Jul 2026, 3.25pm
Closed areas: Fern Bower - part closure
Fern Bower walk is closed for track repairs from the junction of Amphitheatre track to Leura Forest until 30 October 2026. Note - Amphitheatre track is open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Thu 30 Jul 2026, 3.00pm to Wed 30 Jun 2027, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Jul 2026, 3.07pm
Closed areas: Valentines Mine is closed
Valentines Mine is closed until further notice.
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Applies from Mon 27 Jul 2026, 9.14am to Fri 14 Aug 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jul 2026, 9.43am
Closed areas: Paterson Range trail closed for maintenance of Burralow Creek Bridge
Paterson Range Trail and Burralow Creek Bridge in Blue Mountains National Park are closed until Friday 14 August 2026 inclusive due to maintenance works on Burralow Creek Bridge.
Campers booked in for Burralow Campground can access via Tabaraga Ridge out of Kurrajong Heights.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Tue 31 Mar 2026, 12.33pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Aug 2026, 9.37am
Closed areas: General Store temporarily closed
General Store temporarily closed. Closest fuel stations are located at Wattle Flat or Hargraves
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Applies from Mon 25 Aug 2025, 9.38am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 9.39am. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Aug 2026, 9.37am
Closed areas: Royal Hotel is temporarily closed.
Royal Hotel is temporarily closed until further notice.
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Applies from Mon 7 Aug 2023, 11.25am to Thu 1 Aug 2030, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Jul 2026, 8.09am
Other planned events: Craigmoor is closed to the public
Craigmoor is closed to the public. There is no public access to the house or grounds.
See the website for a virtual tour of the house, or contact the local office for information on 6370 9050
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Applies from Wed 6 Jul 2022, 2.56pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Aug 2026, 9.37am
Safety alerts: Golden Gully track access
Golden Gully will be closed to users when weather forecasts predict 20mm or more of rainfall within a 24 hour period. Erosion and hazards may be present within the gully during and following significant and prolonged periods of rainfall. Please take care and follow on site signage.
For more information contact the NPWS Hill End Historic Site office on 02 6370 9050.
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Applies from Tue 3 Feb 2026, 8.58am to Fri 28 Aug 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jul 2026, 9.01am
Closed areas: Fletchers lookout
Fletchers lookout, Wentworth Falls, is closed for maintenance until Friday 28 August 2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Tue 16 Jun 2026, 12.55pm to Wed 16 Dec 2026, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jul 2026, 3.11pm
Closed areas: Mount Hay Road partial closure
Mount Hay Road within Blue Mountains National Park will be closed from 9 June until 17 December 2026 to allow for major upgrade works. This includes access to Lockley's Pylon, Fortress Ridge, Butterbox Canyon, Fortress Canyon and Mount Hay and associated walking tracks.
For further information please call the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 47878877.
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Applies from Mon 22 Jun 2026, 12.00am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 19 Jun 2026, 3.30pm
Other planned events: Special Areas Catchment Pig Control Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service Hawkesbury-Nattai Area will be undertaking pig control using Hoggone (Sodium Nitrite) bait in Nattai National Park and Nattai State Conservation Area, as part of our ongoing pest species management program. Hoggone contains peanuts. Anyone with a Peanut allergy is advised not to handle bait product. Hoggone is lethal to pets and domestic animals, so it is recommended that you contain any livestock or animals during the program.
We will also commence pig trapping through Nattai NP and SCA, Burragorang SCA and Wollondilly River Nature Reserve. This will involve the use of firearms to shoot pigs in traps. Signage and a site assessment will be undertaken before any firearms are discharged.
The program will run between the 22nd of June and 31st of August 2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office (02) 4720 6200.
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Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 12.22pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jun 2026, 9.11pm
Other planned events: Detour in place for access to Hartley Historic Site
Hartley Historic Site is still open, however the Great Western Highway at Victoria Pass, Mount Victoria remains closed.
Please detour via Darling Causeway, Bell, and Lithgow, and allow an extra 45 minutes of travel time if travelling from Mount Victoria
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Applies from Thu 14 May 2020, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 9.27am
Closed areas: Spring Creek Canyon closed due to rockfalls
Spring Creek Canyon in Bungonia State Conservation Area is closed due to rockfalls in the area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 9 Jun 2022, 2.01pm to Sat 31 Oct 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 4.42pm
Closed areas: Post Office Lodge closed for restoration works
Post Office Lodge in Yerranderie Regional Park is closed for restoration works until October 2026.
For further information please contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Sat 14 Mar 2026, 9.30am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 9.30am. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Jun 2026, 8.35am
Closed areas: Galong Cabins closed
Galong Cabins are closed for 2026 due to maintenance upgrades.
For more information contact the Blue Mountains heritage Centre: (02) 4787 8877
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Applies from Sun 1 Mar 2026, 7.00am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 4.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2026, 8.08am
Other incidents: Notice of 1080 Baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be ongoing between Tuesday 1 March 2026 to Wednesday 31 August 2026 along management trails in Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area and Goobang National park.
Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions as well as other appropriate locations throughout the reserve.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the reserve or baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call the NPWS Central West area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640
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Applies from Fri 3 Jun 2022, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Aug 2026, 7.53am
Safety alerts: Bungonia Gorge - Occasional high water
Whilst there is continuing rainfall periodically in Bungonia National Park, the Bungonia Creek water level may at times be higher than normal.
If you're planning to undertake the Red walking track or any activities within Bungonia Gorge, please assess water levels before continuing through the Bungonia Slot Canyon. If in doubt, turn back. Do not enter flood waters. Report conditions via the park register book on-site.
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Applies from Thu 18 Jul 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Jul 2026, 7.50am
Closed parks: Park closed for major infrastructure repairs and upgrades
Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve (including the Visitor Precinct and walking tracks) is closed until 31st December 2026 while major infrastructure repairs and upgrades are underway.
There is no access to the Reserve or Jenolan Caves via the Six Foot Track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Oberon NPWS office on 6336 6200.
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Applies from Wed 16 Jul 2025, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jan 2026, 12.02pm
Safety alerts: Wollondilly River walking track impacted by severe weather event
Some sections of the Wollondilly River walking track have been severely damaged by a recent severe weather event (rain).
Pedestrian access is still open; however, please take care when walking the trail as some sections of the track are severely damaged, slippery and difficult to navigate.
For more information, contact the local park office (02) 4720 6200 .
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Applies from Sun 22 Mar 2015, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 May 2026, 3.41pm
Closed areas: Waratah Native Gardens picnic area closed
Waratah Native Gardens picnic area is closed until further notice. This includes Gorge walking track. No access to the area is permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai area office on 02 4720 6200.
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 1.20pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Jul 2026, 7.50am
Safety alerts: Remote walking track conditions
Remote routes within the Kanangra Wilderness Area including Kanangra to Katoomba (K2K) trail have been impacted by heavy fire regrowth and flood damage.
In some places, tracks are no longer visible and are not easy to navigate, taking longer to traverse than expected. Limited to zero water sources are currently available along routes.
If you plan to walk in the area, please ensure you have an appropriate level of experience, navigation skills and equipment including Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).
Mobile reception is limited so alternative communication methods are strongly recommended.
For more information, contact the NPWS Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on 02 4787 8877.
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Applies from Thu 20 Jul 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Jan 2026, 3.52pm
Safety alerts: Haulage trucks using Old Bells Line of Rd
Haulage trucks are in operation along Old Bells Line of Rd between the park entrance near Chifley Road (Zig Zag Railway) and Clarence Sands during the following times:
• Monday to Friday: 04.00 to 18.00
• Saturday: 04.00 to 13.00
During these times road users are reminded to:
• drive with caution
• adhere to the speed limit of 40 km/hr
• listen for truck movements via UHF-11
If a UHF radio is unavailable, NPWS recommends to access the reserve via State Mine Gully Rd. For more information contact the Kanangra Area office on (02) 6336 6200.
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Applies from Tue 18 Feb 2020, 5.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jul 2026, 8.48am
Closed areas: Tramway trail closed to vehicles due to rockfall
Tramway trail in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area is closed to vehicles until further notice. The closure is due to a rockfall adjacent to the trail.
A geotechnical risk assessment has been undertaken. Repairs to address safety issues need to be undertaken before reopening. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2020, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 May 2026, 8.09am
Other planned events: Marangaroo National Park
If you plan to stay at an NPWS campground after 1 June 2020 you'll need to make a booking first. This also applies to campgrounds that did not require bookings previously.
If you can't find your preferred campground on a webpage for Marangaroo National Park, please check this list of lesser-known campgrounds and make your booking.
If you're still unable to find your preferred campground phone 1300 072 757.
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