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Applies from Mon 27 Jul 2026, 8.47am. Last reviewed: Sat 8 Aug 2026, 5.42pm
Fires - : Mann River Fire
There is a fire in this park called Mann River Fire. 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 Wed 29 Jul 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 8 Aug 2026, 5.26pm
Hazard reduction burns: Rockadooie HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 29/07/2026. The fire is called Rockadooie 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 Thu 6 Aug 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 8 Aug 2026, 5.25pm
Hazard reduction burns: Bridge Creek Stage 2 HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 06/08/2026. The fire is called Bridge Creek Stage 2 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 Thu 6 Aug 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 8 Aug 2026, 5.24pm
Hazard reduction burns: Stannum HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 06/08/2026. The fire is called Stannum 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 Tue 4 Aug 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 8 Aug 2026, 5.23pm
Hazard reduction burns: Carrolls Creek HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 04/08/2026. The fire is called Carrolls Creek 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 24 Jul 2026, 1.34pm. Last reviewed: Sat 8 Aug 2026, 3.21am
Hazard reduction burns: BALD ROCK WALK, CARROLLS CREEK
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 24/07/2026. The fire is called BALD ROCK WALK, CARROLLS CREEK. 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 Mon 3 Aug 2026, 11.21am to Fri 28 Aug 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 11.23am
Other planned events: Park Closed for aerial shooting
Everlasting Swamp National Park and Everlasting Swamp State Conservation Area are closed from 6am, Monday 24 August to 6pm, Friday August 2026 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 Mon 3 Aug 2026, 11.12am to Fri 28 Aug 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 11.21am
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 7 Jul 2026, 2.21pm to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 2.22pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jul 2026, 12.02pm
Safety alerts: Council access road to Eastern entrance Border Ranges NP
Creegans Road access to the Eastern entrance of Border Ranges NP, has deteriorated due to recent weather events. The road is rough in sections due to erosion, visitors are advised to proceed with caution. It is not recommended for buses or caravans.
For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000
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Applies from Fri 31 Jul 2026, 10.54am to Tue 11 Aug 2026, 4.55pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jul 2026, 11.04am
Closed areas: Sheepstation Creek campground closed 11th August
Sheepstation Creek campground within Border Ranges NP will be closed on Tuesday 11 August 2026 for weed control.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000 or npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Wed 3 Sep 2025, 12.00pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Jul 2026, 10.14am
Other planned events: Susan Island Nature Reserve - 1080 baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Susan Island Nature Reserve Area from 1 January to 33 August 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
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 Grafton NPWS area office for more information on 02 66 411 500.
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Applies from Mon 27 Apr 2026, 12.51pm to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 12.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jul 2026, 3.47pm
Closed areas: Toonumbar Forest Drive and Cox's Road temporary closure
Toonumbar Forest Drive and Cox's Road will be closed until approximately 15 August due to wet conditions and roadworks.
Sherwood lookout and Murray Scrub lookout remain closed until the roads are re-opened. Iron Pot Creek campground and Murray Scrub walking track are only accessible via Murray Scrub Road from Afterlee.
Both roads are not safely trafficable in wet conditions and are therefore closed during forecast weather events and damage during the winter period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.
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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 Wed 15 Jul 2026, 1.58pm to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jul 2026, 8.39am
Safety alerts: Murray Scrub Road - changed conditions
Recent road maintenance works have been completed on Muray Scrub Road.
Unexpected rainfall immediately following the works has meant the new gravel surface has not yet had an opportunity to fully consolidate and may be slippery when wet.
The road remains open; however, motorists are advised to:
- Drive to conditions and reduce speed.
- Take extra care on the new gravel surface, particularly on corners and steeper sections.
- Follow all road signage.
Some minor finishing works will also be completed once the road surface has dried sufficiently. Traffic may be affected for short periods while these works are undertaken.
For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on (02) 6632 0000.
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Applies from Tue 7 Jul 2026, 2.10pm to Mon 10 Aug 2026, 2.19pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jul 2026, 8.39am
Safety alerts: Roadworks Tweed Range Scenic Drive & Brindle Creek Loop road
Roadworks will be carried out on the Tweed Range Scenic Drive and Brindle Creek Loop Road during the next 4 weeks commencing 07 July 2026. Roads will remain open and Contractors will be monitoring traffic. Please take care and obey all road signage and direction. For more information, contact the local NPWS office. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000
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Applies from Thu 1 Jan 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Jun 2026, 11.07am
Closed areas: Horse riding trails closed for safety
Due to ongoing safety and welfare issues surrounding accessibility and water supply the Dthinna Dthinnawan horse riding trails remain closed until further notice.
NPWS are working to address the issues, and will reopen the horse riding trails as soon as it is safe to do so. For further information contact the NPWS Barwon Area Office on 02 6792 7300.
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Applies from Wed 27 Aug 2025, 8.02am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2026, 7.54am
Other incidents: Yabbra NP - Road conditions
South Yabbra Road runs South from Clarence Way providing visitors with an 18km rainforest road experience to the heart of Yabbra National Park. South Yabbra Road is generally suitable for AWD or 4WD vehicles in dry weather conditions and is a no through road (visitors need to return along South Yabbra Road). From the end of South Yabbra Road visitors can walk or cycle along the adjacent management trails to explore further. Joes Box Road, Yabbra Plains Road, Pocupar Road, Bald Knob Road and South Haystack Feeder are management trails where public vehicle access is not permitted. These management trails are periodically closed to visitors for road maintenance or pest management operations with closures notified on NPWS website.
Sheas Hut Road provides public vehicle access for a further 10 km however is in poor condition and not promoted.
There are frequent tree falls along these roads and visitors are advised to avoid during wet weather events or strong winds. For further information contact the Kyogle NPWS office on (02) 6632 0000.
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Applies from Fri 4 Apr 2025, 10.39am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jul 2026, 9.07am
Closed areas: Lavender Vale Homestead Closed for Bookings
Due to maintenance, the Lavender Vale Homestead at Kwiambal National Park will be closed to bookings for the foreseeable future. We apologise for the inconvenience.
Please note Lavender Vale Cottage has remained open and is available for bookings. Please visit: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/accommodation/lavender-vale-cottage
For more information contact the local office at (02) 6739 0700 or npws.ntab@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 10.07am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 10.08am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jul 2026, 4.18pm
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 Wed 28 Sep 2022, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jul 2026, 8.59am
Closed areas: Doon Goonge campground closed
Doon Goonge campground is closed for public safety.
Alternate nearby campgrounds include Dalmorton, Thungutti, Cod Hole and Platypus Flat, that can be booked on the NPWS website.
For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 9 Mar 2026, 8.00am to Tue 9 Mar 2027, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jul 2026, 8.14am
Closed parks: Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area closed for pest control operations
Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area will be closed for pest control operations until 09 March 2027.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Coffs Coast Area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jul 2026, 8.44am
Closed areas: Road closure
Some areas of this park are closed until further notice due to the demolition of a bridge from a past flooding event.
The closed areas include the 4WD access to North Washpool, an area also known as Washpool rest area, entering from Baryulgil onto Collum Collum Road. The bridge is washed away at the junction of Washpool Creek and Collum Collum Road.
Please note:
- Washpool National Park’s 2WD entrance off Gwydir Highway onto Coachwood Drive and Washpool Forest Way is open.
- Bellbird campground, Coombadjha campground and the Granites lookout and picnic areas are accessible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 2 Sep 2020, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jul 2026, 8.44am
Closed areas: Limestone Caves closed
The Limestone Caves in Kwiambal National Park are closed until further notice. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 15 Sep 2025, 10.34am to Fri 31 Dec 9999, 10.34am. Last reviewed: Thu 21 May 2026, 8.53am
Closed parks: Kwiambal CCA Zone 1 - Closed for Public Access
As per the Plan Of Management, Kwiambal NP CCA Zone 1 is closed to public access. This reserve is only accessible via private property and is exempt from public access. This reserve is separate from Kwiambal National Park, which is accessible to the public.
For more information on the Kwiambal NP CCA Zone 1 Plan of Management please see: Kwiambal NP CCAZ Plan Of Management
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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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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Applies from Wed 18 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Jul 2026, 10.13am
Safety alerts: Sherwood Forest Drive is 4wd and dry weather only
Sherwood Forest Drive is a 4WD, dry weather only road.
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Applies from Fri 23 Jan 2026, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jul 2026, 4.33pm
Safety alerts: Safety Alert - Changed Road conditions: Waihou Rd 5T load limit
Waihou Rd has a 5 Tonne load limit due to a damaged bridge and a damaged culvert.
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