Hazard reduction burns: Thatchers HoleThere is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 07/03/2025. The fire is called Thatchers Hole. 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.
Hazard reduction burns: Western Side of Crace Lane BrindabellaThere is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 08/03/2025. The fire is called Western Side of Crace Lane Brindabella. 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.
Closed areas: Kosciuszko National Park closed sitesA number of sites in Kosciuszko National Park are closed or may have other restrictions until further notice.
Fire-affected areas
Some sections of Kosciuszko National Park which burnt during the 2019/2020 fires remain closed. These areas include:
- Wolgal and Pattinson's Huts
Huts that burnt down in the 2020 fires
These locations remain open, but the following huts or buildings have been lost:
- Linesman's No.3 Huts, Round Mountain Hut, and Dry Dam Ski Shelter.
- Warning: Please take care as there may be broken glass/nails that are uncovered since NPWS made records and cleaned up these sites. Please do not disturb the sites or remove artefacts.
Snowy 2.0 works affecting access to Tantangara Road and Tantangara Dam
- Access to the southern end of Tantangara Reservoir via Quarry trail is closed to the public.
- Access to the southern end boat ramp is open, but may be subject to short-term closures.
- Current boating and camping access to Tantangara Reservoir will still be available at access points on the northern end of the reservoir, via Port Phillip and Dam trails.
Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Closed areas: Area closed due to hazard reduction burning - Wallace Craigie LookoutWallace Craigie Lookout, on Barry Way in Kosciuszko National Park, will be closed from Friday 7 March to Sunday 9 March 2025 for hazard reduction burning.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Thatchers Hole HR.
For more information, contact the NPWS Jindabyne office, visit the Hazards Near Me app, or visit the NSW Rural Fire Service website.
Closed areas: Thredbo River picnic area toilet closedRecent severe winds have brought down a tree on the toilet block at Thredbo River picnic area. As a result the toilet block is closed and cannot be utilised. Please be aware that contractors will be working at the site and will have vehicles moving in and out of the area. Other facilities at the site are available.
Closed areas: Eastern side of Gungarlin Camp ground closed Monday to FridayMajor works are occuring at the Gungarlin River campground from the 03/03/2025 to 21/03/2025. These works mean that cmping sites to the east of the Island Bend fire trail will not be accessible from Monday to Friday during this period. During this time the only sites avialable for camping will be those west of the IBFT. All sites will be open on the weekends.
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting programNSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in the north east precinct of Kosciuszko National Park, Scabby Range and Yaouk Nature Reserves within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area.
The program will be continuous and ongoing between 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025, and will use meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserve. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
Closed areas: Yarrangobilly Village campground closed for upgrade worksYarrangobilly Village campground is closed for upgrade works from Monday 3 March to Saturday 12 April 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Tumut office (02) 6947 7000.
Other planned events: Tom Groggin campground - upgrade worksThe NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and contractors will be undertaking upgrade works at Tom Groggin campground throughout 2025. These works will include additions to campground facilities and rehabilitation planting.
For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555.
Closed areas: Cascade trail carpark closed - 3 February to 21 March 2025Transport for NSW is carrying out essential maintenance on the large culverts beneath the Alpine Way adjacent to the Cascade trail carpark.
The Cascade Trail carpark will be closed for parking from Monday 3 February 2025 to Friday 21 March 2025, as workers and machinery will be occupying the area. Visitors accessing Cascade trail are asked to use the Dead Horse Gap carpark and walk about 500m to reach the trailhead, following any signage.
During work hours, access to the walking track will be managed under traffic control for the safety of pedestrians, workers and motorists. Please follow the directions of workers and signage.
If you would like more information, please
email or call the project team on 1800 555 638.
Safety alerts: Management trail worksTrail maintenance works are underway on management trails east of Tantangara Road. These trails include:
- Boundary trail and Ash Gully trail
- Gavels Hut trail
- Schofields trail.
Take care when travelling in areas where heavy plant is operating. Notification signage will be in place in areas of operation.
Works will not be undertaken over the Easter period.
Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/FoxesNSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 24th February 2025 to 24th August 2025 . The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals including wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Kosciuszko National Park and Clarkes Hill, Bogandyera and Jingellic Nature Reserves.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 Khancoban NPWS area office for more information on 02 6070 8400.
Other planned events: Fire trail maintenance work - Cascade TrailFire trail maintenance work is currently being undertaken on Cascade Trail between the Alpine Way and the Cowombat/Ingeegoodbee Trail intersection.
Notification signage is present at the entry to work areas. Trail users are to be aware of heavy plant movements and comply with all directions from contractors and NPWS staff.
For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on (02) 6450 5555.
Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/FoxesThe NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from
Saturday 8 February 2025 to Thursday 7 August 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will take place across Kosciuszko National Park in Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah Wild Dog Plan Areas. Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.
This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park: Thredbo Valley, Moonbah, Ingebyra, Paupong, Numbla Vale and Corrowong.
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.
For further information, please call the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
Closed areas: Round Mountain Hut closed for reconstructionRound Mountain hut is closed until Friday 28 March 2025 while construction works are underway.
Machinery and vehicles will be in use between the Round Mountain track head and the hut site. There will be some noise during this time. Please follow all directions from NPWS staff and safety signage.
The toilet amenities remain open and are accessed via Farm Ridge trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the Khancoban Visitor Centre on 02 6070 8400.
Safety alerts: Guthega Road - changed speed limit due to ongoing road worksThe speed limit on Guthega Road has been reduced to 60km for the entirety of the road due to ongoing road works.
Please abide by all traffic control signage and observe all directions from NPWS staff and contractors.
Your destination is still accessible. To assist in planning your journey safely, please allow extra time in your travel plans and drive to conditions.
For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre, Jindabyne on 02 6450 5600.
Closed areas: Tantangara Reservoir partial closureSome parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently until further notice for Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The closed areas are:
- Areas of Tantangara Reservoir adjacent to the Snowy 2.0 construction site.
- Tantangara Reservoir boat ramp, adjacent to the Tantangara Dam wall.
- For up-to-date timings on controlled blasts please see notifications on the Future Generation website.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 programA baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Sunday 22 September 2024 to Saturday 22 March 2025 in Kosciuszko National Park.
The program will be conducted in the northern precinct of the park, which includes the following areas:
- Goobarragandra
- Blowering foreshores
- Big Talbingo/ Buddong
Entry into baiting locations will be 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.
For further information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
Closed areas: Closed areas due to Snowy 2.0 worksThe following areas are closed due to the Snowy 2.0 works from Monday 25 February 2019 until early 2027, unless the closure is extended or removed:
- Lobs Hole Ravine Road 4WD trail
- Wallace Creek lookout
- Lobs Hole Ravine campground
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the
NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Other planned events: Ongoing increased traffic and roadworksThere is an increase in heavy and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park. This traffic will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the Snowy 2.0 project and other projects in the region.
There will also be ongoing maintenance and upgrades to roads in the area as part of the project, particularly along Link and Tantangara Roads.
To assist in planning your journey safely, please check for alerts on the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service website.
For more information, call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
Closed areas: Bullocks Hut closedSeveral buildings in the Bullocks Hut complex are closed until further notice for restoration works. Please do not enter the construction sites.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the
NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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