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Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area

State Conservation Area · NSW · NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

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4 closures listed.

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service lists closures of parts of this park, as of 11:45 am Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Sydney time). Read each notice to see what's affected.

We last read NPWS's alerts at 11:45 am Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Sydney time). They last changed at 10:45 am Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Sydney time).

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What's closed

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  • Closure and rehabilitation of unauthorised mountain bike trails

    NPWS · Partial closure

    Closure and rehabilitation of unauthorised mountain bike trails

    Unauthorised mountain bike trails in the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area are being closed and rehabilitated in stages, in line with the Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy. From June 2026, unauthorised trails near Mount Keira will be progressively closed and rehabilitated. Closed trails will be signposted and may be physically blocked with barriers to support safe rehabilitation. Please do not enter closed or restricted areas. Riders are reminded to use only approved, open trails. Penalties apply for non-compliance. The Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Strategy is being delivered by the National Parks and Wildlife Service and includes the 70-kilometre Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Network, providing a safer and more sustainable alternative to unauthorised trails. The 20-kilometre Kembla mountain bike trails opened in 2025, with a further 50 km proposed for delivery in 2027. Unauthorised trails that are not being formalised as part of the approved network are being progressively closed and rehabilitated as the network is delivered. This work protects environmental and cultural values and improves visitor safety. Check current trail status before you ride via the Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Network or search on Trailforks. For more information about the Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Project, including the closure and rehabilitation program, visit the webpage.

    Updated by NPWS at 12:50 pm Wed 30 Sep 2026 (Sydney time). As of 11:45 am 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

  • No access to Austinmer via Sublime Point Walking Track

    NPWS · Partial closure

    No access to Austinmer via Sublime Point Walking Track

    The Forest Walk terminates at Sublime Point due to major upgrades on the Sublime Point Walking Track which is closed from Monday 18 August 2025 to Monday 30 November 2026. There is no walking access to Austinmer or Austinmer Train Station. The upgrade is supported by the NSW and Australian Government’s Infrastructure Betterment Fund to repair and rebuild public assets directly impacted by natural disasters since 2019. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For information on alternative walks, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.

    Dates given: “to Monday 30 November 2026”

    Updated by NPWS at 12:50 pm Wed 30 Sep 2026 (Sydney time). As of 11:45 am 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

  • No access to Mt Keira Ring Track via Byarong Park picnic area

    NPWS · Partial closure

    No access to Mt Keira Ring Track via Byarong Park picnic area

    Access to the Mt Keira ring track from Byarong Park picnic area will be closed for a walking track upgrade from Saturday 26 September 2026 to Friday 23 October 2026 Alternative parking for the Mt Keira Ring Track will be available at Geordies Flat approximately 1km up Mount Keira Rd, and on Queen Elizabeth Drive. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For information on alternative walks in the area, contact the Illawarra Highlands office on (02) 4224 4188 or visit the webpage

    Dates given: “to Friday 23 October 2026”

    Updated by NPWS at 12:50 pm Wed 30 Sep 2026 (Sydney time). As of 11:45 am 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

  • Sublime Point Walking Track closed

    NPWS · Partial closure

    Sublime Point Walking Track closed

    The Sublime Point Walking Track is closed for major upgrades from Monday 18 August 2025 to Monday 30 November 2026. Alternative walking tracks include the Lookout Track to Panorama House, Wodi Wodi Track, Gibson Walking Track, the Woodward Loop Track and the Mount Keira Ring Track. The upgrade is supported by the NSW and Australian Government’s Infrastructure Betterment Fund to repair and rebuild public assets directly impacted by natural disasters since 2019. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For information on alternative walks, contact the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre on 02 4236 0469.

    Dates given: “to Monday 30 November 2026”

    Updated by NPWS at 12:50 pm Wed 30 Sep 2026 (Sydney time). As of 11:45 am 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

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Cautions

  • Hazardous track conditions - Wodi Wodi Walking Track · NPWS

    NPWS · Caution

    Hazardous track conditions - Wodi Wodi Walking Track

    Recent heavy rain has created hazardous track conditions on the Wodi Wodi Walking Track between the Forest Walk and Stanwell Park Train Station. The track is currently experiencing erosion, fallen trees and landslips. It is not suitable for most walkers. Please consider alternative walking tracks in the area. Contact the local NPWS Area Office for more information.

    Updated by NPWS at 12:50 pm Wed 30 Sep 2026 (Sydney time). As of 11:45 am 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