Upcoming temporary closure in 2027: Eastern approach, Bartle Frere Trail, including Big Rock and Eastern Summit camping areas, Wooroonooran National Park

Category:
Announcement
Applies:
21 June to 25 August 2027
Published:
25 August 2026 4:53pm
ID:
26910

This alert applies to the following parks:

Visitors are advised that from 21 June 2027 to 3 December 2027 (weather permitting), the Eastern approach, Bartle Frere trail will be temporarily closed due to maintenance works and management operations.

This temporary closure will include:

  • Big Rock camping area
  • Eastern Summit camping area
  • Eastern approach, Bartle Frere trail – from Josephine Falls to Bartle Frere summit, including Broken Nose section.

See Bartle Frere trail map, Wooroonooran National Park for locations of these visitor facilities.

Please monitor park alerts the most up-to-date information on access and temporary closures.

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