NPWS · Fire
Park Fire Ban - Hawkesbury-Nattai Reserves
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as: They're under direct control of an adult The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket) However, the following campgrounds are exempt in the following reserves: Yellomundee Regional Park Shaws Creek Aboriginal Place If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
Updated by NPWS at 11:17 am Tue 15 Sep 2026 (Sydney time). As of 1:00 pm Fri 2 Oct 2026 (Sydney time). Read it on the NPWS site.
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