Last reviewed: Mon 2 June 2025, 10.16am
Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.19pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 10.16am.
Many national parks and reserves in the Hastings Macleay and surrounding areas are closed due to widespread flooding and weather impacts.
For up-to-date roads information check Live Traffic NSW
For more information contact the local park office.
Parks will re-open as soon as staff have had the opportunity to assess conditions.
Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 8.42am.
Innes Ruins is closed to public entry except by guided tour. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.
Applies from Sat 6 Jul 2024, 3.50pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 3.46pm
Due to ongoing wet weather, road access to Crowdy Bay National Park has significantly deteriorated. Although a grader is on standby, the persistent rain over recent months has prevented essential maintenance works from being carried out.
Recommended Access Route:
For visitors with 2WD, low-clearance vehicles or those towing caravans, the most suitable access to Diamond Head, Indian Head, and Kylies Beach campgrounds is via Diamond Head Road from the north, through Laurieton. To reach Laurieton, take the Kew exit from the Pacific Highway.
Access from Moorland and Harrington along Diamond Head and Crowdy Bay Roads is CLOSED due to significant water over road, slippery and dangerous road surface.
Indian Head and Crowdy Gap Camping Areas are CLOSED.
For the latest updates, please contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555
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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.19pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Jun 2025, 10.16am
Many national parks and reserves in the Hastings Macleay and surrounding areas are closed due to widespread flooding and weather impacts.
For up-to-date roads information check Live Traffic NSW
For more information contact the local park office.
Parks will re-open as soon as staff have had the opportunity to assess conditions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Mon 2 Jun 2025, 2.51pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 2.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 3.11pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting essential repairs and maintenance on a bridge along the Googik Track, Lake Innes Nature Reserve from Monday 2 June 2025 until Monday 30 June 2025, subject to weather conditions.
The Googik Track will be closed between Chestnut Road and Geebung Drive, and no pedestrian or bicycle access will be permitted between closure points during this time.
Visitors are advised to use Geebung Drive entrance to access the Googik Track whilst works are underway.
We understand that this closure is inconvenient, and we thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
For further information, please contact NPWS Hastings Macleay on (02) 6588 5555 or npws.hastingsmacleay@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Mon 19 May 2025, 11.59am. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jun 2025, 11.33am
Roadworks will be underway on the Perch Hole Road and Perch Hole Picnic Area from Monday 26 May 2025 for several days, weather dependant. Contractors will be undertaking road grading and potholing works and there will be no public access to the site during this time.
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Applies from Mon 12 May 2025, 8.25am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 May 2025, 9.03am
The timber bridge on the Point Road Fire Trail in Lake Innes State Conservation Area is being replaced due to damage sustained during the 2022 flood/storm event. It requires replacement to improve the condition and safety of the creek crossing for ongoing effective fire management and visitor access.
Please note that the Point Road Fire Trail will be closed to all access during the term of the works, anticipated to commence in mid-May through to the end of June 2025, weather permitting. This trail provides the only access into Lake Innes SCA, therefore the entire reserve will be closed to all public access during the works program.
For further information and updates please contact the local NPWS Office on 6588-5555.
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Applies from Tue 6 May 2025, 3.49pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 May 2025, 3.54pm
The jetty at Queens Lake Picnic Area is closed to public access until further notice due to recent storm and high tide activity that has damaged the structure. The deck boards are slippery due to being submerged under high tides for many weeks and should not be walked on. Signage and protective fencing has been installed on site to notify all members of public that this asset is closed
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Applies from Mon 5 May 2025, 1.46pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 1.57pm
Please be advised that the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital (managed by Koala Conservation Australia) next door to Roto House Historic Site will be closed for redevelopment until mid-2026.
The National Parks Roto House and its thriving café ‘Home at Roto House’ will continue to operate as normal, open 7days, 8:30-3pm.
Check out their website for upcoming events: https://www.homeatroto.com.au/
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Applies from Mon 3 Mar 2025, 8.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.32pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 11.46am
Walking trails in the Diamond Head section of Crowdy Bay National Park will be affected by closures from 3rd March 2025 for maintenance and erosion repair.
The works will involve repairing significant erosion sustained in the 2022 floods, along reinstating drainage, installing stairs, seating and other supportive infrastructure. The walking trails affected are:
Walking trails will be closed during the week, with every effort made to reopen trails for weekends and public holidays.
The works are expected to take four months to deliver, however this is weather dependant.
Please contact NPWS Port Macquarie on (02) 6588 5555 for further information.
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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 8.42am
Innes Ruins is closed to public entry except by guided tour. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Sat 6 Jul 2024, 4.02pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 Jan 2025, 8.46am
Recent rain events have resulted in some sections of the Coastal Walk in Sea Acres National Park becoming eroded and slippery. The affected sections are between Miners Beach and the carpark adjacent to the intersection of Lighthouse Road and Matthew Flinders Drive. Walkers proceeding with the walk should exercise caution and wear appropriate footwear.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.
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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/historic-buildings-places/innes-ruins/local-alerts
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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