Applies from Tue 9 Jun 2026, 3.38pm to Fri 1 Jan 2027, 3.40pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Aug 2026, 10.15am

Safety alerts: America Bay walking track - condition alert

The America Bay walking track is currently in poor condition. Visitors should expect uneven surfaces and slip, trip and fall hazards along sections of the track.

If walking the track, exercise caution, wear suitable footwear and take extra care on steep, uneven or slippery sections.

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is undertaking an assessment of the track and considering future maintenance and improvement works.

NPWS appreciates the cooperation of park visitors and encourages all visitors to assess track conditions and their own capabilities before commencing any walk.

For more information contact the NPWS Forestville office on 02 9451 3479.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • America Bay walking track

Applies from Fri 31 Jul 2026, 10.25pm to Mon 1 Feb 2027, 2.26am. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Aug 2026, 10.08am

Other planned events: 1080 pest management operation

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 August 2026 and 31 January 2027 in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.

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 baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

For more information, contact the local park office on:

Forestville 9451 3479 or Lane Cove 8448 0400 (business hours)

NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Wed 29 Jul 2026, 3.39pm to Sat 31 Jul 2027, 3.39pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jul 2026, 3.55pm

Closed areas: Kalkari Lookout Closed

To ensure visitor safety, Kalkari Lookout has been closed due to safety concerns. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is planning a new lookout that will provide a safer and more accessible experience for all visitors.

Kalkari Discovery Centre and the Kalkari Discovery Trail will remain open.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Kalkari Discovery Centre
  • Kalkari discovery trail

Applies from Mon 20 Jul 2026, 7.00am to Sun 16 Aug 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Aug 2026, 1.44pm

Closed areas: Max Allen Road closed for roadworks

Max Allen Road will be closed to cars from Monday 20 July to Sunday 16 August 2026 while roadworks are underway. The closed areas are:

• Turrumburra Flat
• Bakers Flat
• Casuarina Point
• Cormorant Corner
• Haynes Flat
• Thistlethwaites

The above areas will still be accessible by foot via the walkway.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 8448 0400.

Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.49pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 8.50pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Aug 2026, 1.44pm

Closed areas: Berowra walking track partial closure

Berowra walking track is partially closed from Apple Tree Bay to the Mount Kuring-gai access track until further notice. There continues to be a threat of rockfalls and foreshore slumps due to slope instability caused by previous weather events. NPWS is updating detailed assessments to undertake essential repair works.

Berowra walking track from Berowra Station to Mount Kuring-gai remains open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400 or call 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Berowra track to Apple Tree Bay

Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jul 2026, 11.50am

Closed areas: Partial closure Piles Creek Loop Walking Track

Part of Piles Creek Loop Walking Track will be closed while rockfall investigations and mitigation works are undertaken.

The closed area is between the suspension bridge and Bundilla Lookout on the western side of Piles Creek.

Areas that will remain open are:

• Piles Creek Loop Walking Track on the eastern side of Piles Creek 
• Access to the Great North Walk from Girrakool Picnic Area 
• Bundilla Lookout 

Barriers and signage are in place around the closed area.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.

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• Brisbane Water National Park
  • Girrakool picnic area
  • Piles Creek loop

Applies from Mon 25 Aug 2025, 10.33am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Jun 2026, 11.30am

Closed areas: Upper Gledhill Falls access unsafe

There is no safe location to park a vehicle on the side of McCarrs Creek Road to reach Upper Gledhills Falls. For your own safety, climbing and abseiling are prohibited here. Please visit Duckholes picnic area instead.

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
  • Upper Gledhills Falls

Applies from Mon 25 May 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 8.58am

Closed areas: Unauthorised Muppet Track closed

NPWS has closed the unauthorised Muppet Track in Terrey Hills, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, to protect an Asset of Intergenerational Significance (AIS) site. 

This area contains endangered Grevillea caleyi plants and Duffys Forest Endangered Ecological Community. The track was illegally constructed by recreational users through sensitive bushland.

A small section of the track will remain open to enable access between Terrey Hills and St Ives until a formal alternative can be established.

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

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• Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Applies from Mon 16 Feb 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Aug 2026, 8.08am

Other planned events: Notice of fire trail maintenance works - Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service are undertaking fire trail maintenance works on the Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail.

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Maintenance will repair damaged surfaces, drainage assets and essential trail infrastructure, as well as maintain vegetation clearances.

The trail will remain open throughout the works, though short delays may occur. Please follow all safety signage and directions from roadwork personnel.

For more information, contact the Central Coast Area Office on 02 4320 4200.

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• Brisbane Water National Park
  • Great North walk - Brisbane Water National Park
  • Patonga to Pearl Beach walking track
  • Warrah lookout
  • Warrah Trig cycling loop
  • Wondabyne to Patonga walking track

Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.03am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jul 2026, 9.52am

Closed parks: Spectacle Island Nature Reserve closed

Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access to Spectacle Island Nature Reserve is restricted to approved research and cultural activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.

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• Spectacle Island Nature Reserve

Applies from Fri 9 May 2025, 3.09pm to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jul 2026, 9.54am

Other planned events: Toilet closures in Lane Cove National Park

Some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends, public holidays and during school holidays. The closed toilets are at:

• Carters Creek (Area 9)
• Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
• Haynes Flat (Area 32)

This does not apply to bookings. Where there are bookings, toilets will be open.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.

Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 8.09am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jul 2026, 9.52am

Closed parks: Long Island Nature Reserve closed

Due to the sensitive nature of the reserve, access to Long Island Nature Reserve is restricted to approved research and cultural activities only. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.

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• Long Island Nature Reserve

Applies from Tue 21 May 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Jul 2026, 1.14pm

Closed areas: Warrah Trig Road closed to vehicles

Warrah Trig Road is closed to vehicles due to an increase in illegal activities throughout the area.

The road will remain closed until investigations are completed and further recommendations are made.

The road is open to pedestrians and cyclists.

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

Affects 1 park and 5 locations nearby. Show list

• Brisbane Water National Park
  • Great North walk - Brisbane Water National Park
  • Patonga to Pearl Beach walking track
  • Warrah lookout
  • Warrah Trig cycling loop
  • Wondabyne to Patonga walking track