current alerts
| Notification type | Section impacted | Details | Posted date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trail alert | Trail wide | The Bureau of Meteorology has advised that a severe thunderstorm is moving through the Northern Rivers region, bringing heavy rain and an increased risk of flooding. Conditions are likely to affect parts of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail.
Trail users should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by the Bureau of Meteorology and NSW SES. Please follow updates on the NSW SES website and social media channels, listen to your local ABC radio station, and check the latest weather information on the Bureau of Meteorology website. Please use sensible judgement around the trail during storm activity and stay aware of changing surface conditions. |
13 February 2026 |
| Trail alert | Trail wide | There have been a number of snake sightings along various sections of the Rail Trail.
Please take extra precautions, stay on the trail at all times, and keep an eye on where you step or rest. Keep dogs on a lead and children close by. If you encounter a snake, give it space and allow it to move away naturally. If you are planning a trip to the Rail Trail, please keep the following emergency information handy: Emergency information | Northern Rivers Rail Trail |
17 September 2025 |
Types of notification include track closures, major event impacts, planned maintenance and other unplanned impacts that may disrupt rail trail usage. This does not include standard maintenance, weather events, standard debris and other issues we’re unaware of.
If you notice any issues on the rail trail, please use our online form to report a problem / incident.