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Closed parks: National parks closed due to impacts of severe weather
Most national parks and reserves in the Hastings Macleay and surrounding areas are closed due to widespread flooding and weather impacts. Many creek crossings, roads and trails are impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions. Emergency services are requesting that people avoid unnecessary travel. 
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.
Parks will re-open as soon as staff have had the opportunity to assess conditions.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Closed areas: Indian Head campground closed due to flooding
Indian Head Campground is closed from 13 May to 28 May 2025 due to severe weather and flooding.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office. 
 

Safety alerts: Visitor Advisory - Road Access to Crowdy Bay National Park Campgrounds
Due to ongoing wet weather, road access to Crowdy Bay National Park has significantly deteriorated. Although a grader is on standby, the persistent rain over recent months has prevented essential maintenance works from being carried out.
Recommended Access Route:
For visitors with low-clearance vehicles or those towing caravans, the most suitable access to Diamond Head, Indian Head, and Kylies Beach campgrounds is via Diamond Head Road from the north, through Laurieton. To reach Laurieton, take the Kew exit from the Pacific Highway.
Avoid Moorland Exit for Caravans:
Access via the Moorland exit is generally more difficult for vehicles towing caravans due to narrow and rougher road conditions.
For the latest updates, please contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.

Closed areas: Diamond Head Precinct Walking Trail Closures
Walking trails in the Diamond Head section of Crowdy Bay National Park will be affected by closures from 3rd March 2025 for maintenance and erosion repair. 
The works will involve repairing significant erosion sustained in the 2022 floods, along reinstating drainage, installing stairs, seating and other supportive infrastructure. The walking trails affected are: 

• Diamond Head Loop walk 
• Forest walking track 

Walking trails will be closed during the week, with every effort made to reopen trails for weekends and public holidays. 
The works are expected to take four months to deliver, however this is weather dependant. 
Please contact NPWS Port Macquarie on (02) 6588 5555 for further information. 


Alert kindly provided by © NSW Nataional Parks and Wildlife Service