⚠️ Royal National Park Announces Extensive Closures and Alerts

Royal National Park visitors are advised of several significant closures and operational alerts impacting popular trails, roads, and campgrounds, along with scheduled pest management activities.

Trail and Track Closures for Upgrades

Several walking and mountain bike trails within theLoftus Loop networkMonday, June 30, 2025

• Farnell Avenue trail
• Rawson Parade trail
• Savilles Creek trail

Fire trails situated east of Farnell Avenue will remain accessible for recreation. Further disruptions are anticipated onFriday, May 29, 2025

Additionally, theDeer Pool Walking TrackJune 30, 2025

Coastal Track and Beach Access Affected

The renownedCoast track

• The section of The Coast track between Garie and Little Garie, due to hazardous rockfalls and erosion.
• North Era campground, which is closed until further notice.
• Garie Road, Garie Beach, and the entire Garie precinct are currently inaccessible due to severe road surface damage and subsidence.

Alternative access points for bushwalkers are available: Southbound access is from Bundeena to Curra Moors track via Wattamolla (return only, no access to Garie Beach). Northbound access is via Garawarra Farm Ridge trail and Burgh Ridge track to North Era and return during track upgrades. TheWerrong Beach track

Fox Control Program Underway

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will conduct an aerial baiting program using 1080 poison for fox control fromTuesday, May 6, to Saturday, May 10, 2025

Baiting locations will be clearly signposted, and visitors are urged not to touch the baits. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves, as 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pet owners in the vicinity must ensure their animals are restrained or muzzled and do not enter baiting areas. In case of accidental poisoning, immediate veterinary assistance is crucial.

For further information on any of these alerts, please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre or the NPWS office.