Barren Grounds picnic area

Attraction
Coastal grass. Photo:Michael Van Ewijk Copyright:NSW Government
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Barren Grounds Nature Reserve

1 current alert · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 6:05 am

  • Other planned eventsUntil 13 Jan 2027

    1080 fox ground baiting program

    NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting a continual and ongoing 1080 ground baiting program for the control of foxes from Monday 13 July 2026 to Wednesday 13 January 2027.

    The program targets target foxes in the Carrington Falls, Budderoo Plateau, Knights Hill and Barren Grounds areas. Bait stations are located on NPWS estate and Crown road reserves with permissions. Both buried baits and Canid Pest Ejectors are used in this program.

    The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, particularly the threatened species within these areas.

    1080 baiting signs are at all entries to the baiting location. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices.

    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.

    Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on 02 4887 8244 or send an email.

About

Set among bloodwood and silvertop ash trees, Barren Grounds picnic area is a secluded spot away from the crowds. It makes a great day trip for the family or a scenic stop on your drive through Jamberoo Pass.

Spend the afternoon here and enjoy this peaceful setting. Spread out your lunch on one of the picnic tables and listen to the sounds of the bush coming to life, with wallabies passing in the distance and birds darting about overhead.

Feeling energetic or just want to explore some more? Why not go on one of the many walks that start here? Whether you want to wander in the bush for an hour or half a day, there's something for everyone. Take a short stroll along Illawarra lookout walking track for dramatic views or spend a few hours in the rich heathlands of Barren Grounds Nature Reserve on either Cooks Nose walking track or Griffiths walking track.

Barren Grounds Nature Reserve · South Coast

Barren Grounds picnic area is a secluded spot away from the crowds and the gateway to discovering the wonders of Barren Grounds Nature Reserve.

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Medium

What to bring

  • Drinking water
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen

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Frequently asked questions

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Where you'll be

Barren Grounds NSW 2577

Hours

Open 24 hours