Kosciuszko National Park

There are alerts raised for Kosciuszko National Park as at Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:02:40 +1000
Hazard reduction burns: Snowvale HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 10/04/2025. The fire is called Snowvale HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

Hazard reduction burns: Stockyard HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 11/04/2025. The fire is called Stockyard HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

Closed areas: Areas closed due to hazard reduction burning
Some parts of this park are closed for hazard reduction burning from Friday 11 April to Monday 21 April 2025. The closed area/s are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Stockyard HR. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.

Closed areas: Area closed for hazard reduction burning
Some parts of this park are closed for hazard reduction burning from Thursday 10 April to Friday 18 April 2025. The closed areas are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Snowvale HR. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.

Closed areas: Wheelers Hut closed for works
Wheelers Hut is closed for works from Tuesday 15 April to Wednesday 23 April 2025. Do not enter areas of construction. Please be aware of heavy machinery traversing to the hut on the Dargals trail and Wheelers Hut trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Khancoban Visitor Centre (02) 6070 8400.

Other planned events: Dead Horse Gap carpark closed and delays on Cascade trail.
Dead Horse Gap carpark will be closed from 14 April 2025 to 17 April 2025 while workers and machinery occupy the area for a short aerial lifting operation. Visitors are asked to use the Cascade Trail carpark.
Cascade trail will remain open with short closures to allow for works to be completed. This may cause some delays. For your safety, please follow all directions and signage of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the Snowy Region Visitor Centre, Jindabyne on 02 6450 5600.

Other planned events: Yarrangobilly Village campgrounds partial closure for rehabilitation works
Yarrangobilly Village campground will be partially closed for rehabilitation works from Monday 14 April to Friday 3 October 2025. Camping at Yarrangobilly Village campground will still be available during this time in a restricted area. 
For further information please call NPWS Tumut office on (02) 6947 7000. 

Other planned events: Round Mountain Trail - Maintenance Works 14th until 17th April 2025
Vegetation and Civil Maintenance Works will be taking place on the Round Mountain Trail from Monday 14 April until Thursday 17th April 2025.
The trail will remain open, please abide by all traffic control signage and observe all directions from NPWS staff and contractors.

Safety alerts: Goodradigbee Aqqueduct Hazard Reduction
A Hazard Reduction burn is occurring in the area between Pockets and Oldfields Huts on the northern end of Currango Plain. The operation will occur between Monday 6 April and Thursday 17 April 2025.People traversing the area are likely to see and smell smoke. The Australian Alps Walking Track is still open in this area.

Other planned events: Port Phillip Trail Road Works
Expect short delays on Port Phillip Trail from the 7th April to 30th of June 2025. Roadworks will be underway. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs & staff.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Other planned events: Guthega Road closed between Island Bend and Guthega (Munyang) Power Station starting 31 March 2025
Guthega Road will be closed between Island Bend and Guthega (Munyang) Power Station from 7am to 5pm on Monday to Friday during the following periods:
These closures are necessary to complete the remaining culvert replacements and allow all asphalt works to be finalized by the June long weekend.
You can still access the following locations:
Please follow all signs and instructions of NPWS staff. For more information, please contact [email protected].

Other incidents: Guthega Trackhead - Guthega Toilet Construction
Guthega track head carpark will be closed to vehicles. Signage will be in place advising public to park in main Guthega carpark. Pedestrian access will be maintained through the carpark to the Snowies Alpine Walk and Illawong Walk track head.

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
A baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Saturday 22 March 2025 to Monday 22 September 2025 in Kosciuszko National Park.
The program will be conducted in the northern precinct of the park, which includes the following areas:
Entry into baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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.
For further information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.

Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from Saturday 8 February 2025 to Thursday 7 August 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will take place across Kosciuszko National Park in Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah Wild Dog Plan Areas. Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.
This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park: Thredbo Valley, Moonbah, Ingebyra, Paupong, Numbla Vale and Corrowong.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. 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. 
For further information, please call the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.

Safety alerts: Powerline removal being undertaken in the Jagungal Wilderness Area
Contractors will be undertaking removal of the 11kva powerline within the Jagungal Wilderness Area. This line was damaged in the 2019/2020 fires and is no longer functional. Please be aware that heavy machinery will be operating at various times. The contractor will have warning signs in place.

Closed areas: Closed areas due to Snowy 2.0 works
The following areas are closed due to the Snowy 2.0 works from Monday 25 February 2019 until early 2027, unless the closure is extended or removed:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

Closed areas: Tantangara Reservoir partial closure
Some parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently until further notice for Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The closed areas are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Other planned events: Ongoing increased traffic and roadworks
There is an increase in heavy and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park. This traffic will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the Snowy 2.0 project and other projects in the region.
There will also be ongoing maintenance and upgrades to roads in the area as part of the project, particularly along Link and Tantangara Roads. 
To assist in planning your journey safely, please check for alerts on the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service website. 
For more information, call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.

Closed areas: Scammells Ridge Lookout Closed for Upgrade Works
The Scammells Ridge Lookout in Kosciuszko National Park is closed for upgrade works from Monday 17 March to Friday 20 June 2025. All facilities including toilets and picnic area will be closed for the duration of the works. For more information, contact the Khancoban NPWS office (02) 6070 8400 or [email protected]

Closed areas: Kosciuszko National Park closed sites
A number of sites in Kosciuszko National Park are closed or may have other restrictions until further notice.
Road Closures
Olsens Road BEYOND Geehi Dam. Olsens Road remains open from the Alpine Way to Geehi Dam.
Fire-affected areas
Some sections of Kosciuszko National Park which burnt during the 2019/2020 fires remain closed. These areas include:
Huts that burnt down in the 2020 fires
These locations remain open, but the following huts or buildings have been lost:
Snowy 2.0 works affecting access to Tantangara Road and Tantangara Dam
Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Closed areas: Thredbo River picnic area toilet closed
Recent severe winds have brought down a tree on the toilet block at Thredbo River picnic area. As a result the toilet block is closed and cannot be used. Please be aware that contractors will be working at the site and will have vehicles moving in and out of the area. Other facilities at the site are available.

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in the north east precinct of Kosciuszko National Park, Scabby Range and Yaouk Nature Reserves within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area.
The program will be continuous and ongoing between 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025, and will use meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserve. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.

Other planned events: Tom Groggin campground - upgrade works
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and contractors will be undertaking upgrade works at Tom Groggin campground throughout 2025. These works will include additions to campground facilities and rehabilitation planting.
For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555. 

Safety alerts: Management trail works
Trail maintenance works are underway on management trails east of Tantangara Road. These trails include:
Take care when travelling in areas where heavy plant is operating. Notification signage will be in place in areas of operation.
Works will not be undertaken over the Easter period.

Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 24th February 2025 to 24th August 2025 . The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals including wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Kosciuszko National Park and Clarkes Hill, Bogandyera and Jingellic Nature Reserves.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. 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.
Please contact the local Khancoban NPWS area office for more information on 02 6070 8400.

Other planned events: Fire trail maintenance work - Cascade Trail
Fire trail maintenance work is currently being undertaken on Cascade Trail between the Alpine Way and the Cowombat/Ingeegoodbee Trail intersection. 
Notification signage is present at the entry to work areas. Trail users are to be aware of heavy plant movements and comply with all directions from contractors and NPWS staff.
For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on (02) 6450 5555.

Safety alerts: Guthega Road - changed speed limit due to ongoing road works
The speed limit on Guthega Road has been reduced to 60km for the entirety of the road due to ongoing road works.
Please abide by all traffic control signage and observe all directions from NPWS staff and contractors.
Your destination is still accessible. To assist in planning your journey safely, please allow extra time in your travel plans and drive to conditions.
For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre, Jindabyne on 02 6450 5600.

Closed areas: Bullocks Hut closed
Several buildings in the Bullocks Hut complex are closed until further notice for restoration works. Please do not enter the construction sites.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.