Park Information & Alerts

There are alerts raised for Hat Head National Park as at Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:18:23 +1100
Closed areas: Walking Tracks closed after wet weather
NPWS has a number of walking tracks closed after enduring rain and wind associated with Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
 
These tracks have either sustained damage or are still to be assessed by staff for associated risks.
 
Please follow instructions and signage. Do not enter closed areas as it may be unsafe to do so.
 
For further information regarding closures please contact the local NPWS Area office on 02 6561 6700.

Closed parks: National Parks closed due to severe weather event
National Parks are closed from 5th March to 12th March due to the potentially severe weather conditions associated with the impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the parks are also closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Safety alerts: Road Closed due to severe weather event
Gap Road at Arakoon is closed from 5th March to 12th March due to the potentially severe weather conditions associated with the impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Safety alerts: Connors Trail, Hat Head National Park – washouts on walking track
The northern section of Connors walking track has sutained some erosion due to recent weather events. Works are underway to repair. Please exercise caution and avoid leaving the track to avoid damage to the trackside vegetation. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.