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Deua National Park

National Park · NSW · NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

Some areas closed

1 closure listed.

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service lists closures of parts of this park, as of 12:15 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Sydney time). Read each notice to see what's affected.

We last read NPWS's alerts at 12:15 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Sydney time). They last changed at 12:15 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Sydney time).

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What's closed

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  • Bendethera Caves Walking Track and Caves Access is Closed

    NPWS · Partial closure

    Bendethera Caves Walking Track and Caves Access is Closed

    Bendethera Caves walking track and caves access is closed until further notice due to ongoing bushfire and flood recovery works - all track markers were destroyed by fire. It's dangerous to walk off designated tracks in Karst areas. Please do not enter this area, follow the directions on closure signs and do not enter any cordoned-off areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.

    Dates given: “until further notice”

    Updated by NPWS at 11:19 am Mon 31 Aug 2026 (Sydney time). As of 12:15 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Sydney time). Read it on the NPWS site.

    Alerts © NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, licensed under CC BY 4.0

Other alerts (4)

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Cautions

  • Bendethera Valley Campground - Safety Alert · NPWS

    NPWS · Caution

    Bendethera Valley Campground - Safety Alert

    Please use extreme caution if traversing the river crossings and check weather conditions regularly prior to your trip in this area. During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossings in to the Bendethera Valley campgrounds may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river in vehicles to access the campgrounds during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly. It is never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. You should check the weather forecast and NPWS website for advice prior to setting out to this remote campground, and if severe weather is forecast, reconsider your trip. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

    Updated by NPWS at 11:19 am Mon 31 Aug 2026 (Sydney time). As of 12:15 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Sydney time). Read it on the NPWS site.

    Alerts © NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, licensed under CC BY 4.0

  • River crossing to access Big Hole walking track - extreme caution advised · NPWS

    NPWS · Caution

    River crossing to access Big Hole walking track - extreme caution advised

    Access to The Big Hole walking track requires a river crossing of the Shoalhaven River. During periods of rain, water levels of the river crossing may become too deep and fast flowing to pass, and extreme caution is advised. Visitors should not attempt crossing the river during major weather events or during prolonged periods of rain, when river levels can rise rapidly. NPWS advises walkers to plan ahead and check the river levels in real time at https://realtimedata.waternsw.com.au/water.stm?ppbm=215008|215_SHOALHAVEN|SURFACE_WATER&rs&1&rslf_org before setting out.

    Updated by NPWS at 11:19 am Mon 31 Aug 2026 (Sydney time). As of 12:15 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Sydney time). Read it on the NPWS site.

    Alerts © NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, licensed under CC BY 4.0

  • Trailer access prohibited on some fire trails · NPWS

    NPWS · Caution

    Trailer access prohibited on some fire trails

    The use of trailers is prohibited on the following trails in Deua National Park: Dampier Mountain trail Oulla Creek trail Minuma Range trail Merricumbene trail Mongamula trail Dry Creek trail It is an offence to tow trailers on these trails. The penalty for towing trailers on these trails is a $300 penalty infringement notice, or higher if the matter is taken to court. Trailer access to Bendethera is available from Moruya via Little Sugarloaf Road and Bendethera trail. From Braidwood, this increases travel time by about 30 minutes to 1 hour. For more information see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/deua-national-park/visitor-info#Getting-there-and-parking

    Updated by NPWS at 11:19 am Mon 31 Aug 2026 (Sydney time). As of 12:15 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Sydney time). Read it on the NPWS site.

    Alerts © NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, licensed under CC BY 4.0

Works and events

  • Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program · NPWS

    NPWS · Works or event

    Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program

    NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Wednesday 1 July 2026 to Thursday 31 December 2026. The operation will use sodium fluoroacetate (1080) poison for the control of wild dogs and/or foxes. The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and will take place in: Araluen Nature Reserve Badja Swamps Nature Reserve Beowa National Park Berlang State Conservation Area Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve Bournda National Park Bournda Nature Reserve Coolumbooka Nature Reserve Deua National Park Eurobodalla National Park Kooraban National Park Majors Creek State Conservation Area Mimosa Rocks National Park Monga National Park and State Conservation Area South East Forest National Park Wadbilliga National Park Signs will be placed at the entry to baiting locations. 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. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

    Dates given: “to Thursday 31 December 2026”

    Updated by NPWS at 11:19 am Mon 31 Aug 2026 (Sydney time). As of 12:15 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Sydney time). Read it on the NPWS site.

    Alerts © NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, licensed under CC BY 4.0