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Accessible parks policy | Park policies
calendar_today 27 Jun 2024
Addressing barriers to national parks for people with disability.
- Recreational activities
- Safety
Beekeeping policy | Park policies
calendar_today 27 Jun 2024
Beekeeping is allowed in some national parks but it must be balanced with conservation values and the needs of other park users.
- Recreational activities
- Commercial activities
Boundary fencing policy | Park policies
calendar_today 27 Jun 2024
Under certain conditions, we will share the cost of boundary fencing with adjoining landowners.
- Community relations
- Park policy
Caves access policy | Park policies
calendar_today 27 Jun 2024
We manage access to caves to reduce risk to visitors and to minimise harm to cave features and processes. To enter many caves, you must formally apply for access.
- Commercial activities
- Safety
Commercial fishing access policy | Park policies
calendar_today 28 Jun 2024
We can license commercial fishers and people practising aquaculture to access locations that are not open to the public.
- Commercial activities
- Park policy
Commercial tour operator policy | Park policies
calendar_today 28 Jun 2024
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service partners with commercial tour operators to provide high-quality, nature-based visitor experiences, help promote our parks and encourage visitors to appreciate, understand and enjoy them.
- Commercial activities
- Park policy
Cultural fire management policy | Park policies
calendar_today 28 Jun 2024
This policy supports Aboriginal community aspirations to connect to and care for Country through cultural fire management in parks.
- Safety
- Community relations
Cycling policy | Park policies
calendar_today 28 Jun 2024
We provide opportunities for recreational cycling in many national parks and reserves.
- Recreational activities
- Commercial activities
Dance parties policy | Park policies
calendar_today 28 Jun 2024
Dance parties can disturb visitors and the environment, and damage park values.
- Commercial activities
- Recreational activities
Drones in parks policy | Park policies
calendar_today 01 Jul 2024
Drones are a valuable tool for managing national parks, but they can cause problems. If you want to fly a drone in a national park or reserve, you will need approval.
- Recreational activities
- Safety
Events, functions and venues policy | Park policies
calendar_today 01 Jul 2024
National parks can provide unique locations and opportunities for community events and private functions.
- Commercial activities
- Recreational activities
Filming and photography policy | Park policies
calendar_today 16 Aug 2024
We offer diverse landscapes and locations that are attractive for filming and photography. Commercial operations are often possible in parks.
- Recreational activities
- Commercial activities
Firewood policy | Park policies
calendar_today 01 Jul 2024
Collecting firewood inside parks can degrade habitat and biodiversity, while bringing firewood into a park can introduce pests and diseases.
- Conservation
- Recreational activities
Fossicking policy | Park policies
calendar_today 01 Jul 2024
Fossicking involves disturbing soil, rocks and vegetation to find and remove minerals, gemstones and historical objects. It is generally not permitted in parks.
- Recreational activities
- Park policy
Generator use policy | Park policies
calendar_today 01 Jul 2024
Generators may disturb wildlife and park visitors and so are generally not permitted in parks. But there are places where you can use them.
- Recreational activities
- Commercial activities
Geocaching policy | Park policies
calendar_today 01 Jul 2024
Geocaching is a great way for people to enjoy national parks. To protect animals, plants and Aboriginal heritage, you need to ask permission before placing a cache.
- Recreational activities
- Commercial activities
Hang gliding and paragliding in parks policy | Park policies
calendar_today 01 Jul 2024
Hang gliding is an appropriate recreational activity in national parks under certain conditions and in certain areas.
- Safety
- Recreational activities
Homeless people policy | Park policies
calendar_today 01 Jul 2024
NSW Government agencies follow guidelines to ensure that homeless people are treated appropriately and receive services if they need or request them.
- Safety
- Park policy
Horse riding policy | Park policies
calendar_today 01 Jul 2024
Horse riding is a popular activity. However, it can generate impacts on a park’s environment and must be carefully managed.
- Safety
- Recreational activities
Landslides and rockfalls policy | Park policies
calendar_today 16 Jul 2024
The National Parks and Wildlife Service’s priority in managing landslides and rockfalls in parks is to protect life and property, consistent as far as possible with conserving the natural and cultural values of parks.
- Safety
- Park policy