Jim Johnstone Park
Jim Johnstone Park
About this campsite
Jim Johnstone Park is a vast, serene retreat nestled amidst towering pine and eucalyptus trees. It hosts ample facilities, including accessible toilets, sheltered picnic tables, and bins, making it suitable for a full day out. The park features a large, well-maintained grassy oval ideal for recreational activities. A dedicated children's play area and additional picnic spots can be found in a shaded corner of the park, providing a balanced blend of fun and relaxation for all ages.
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Jim Johnstone Park•Golden Highway, Warkworth, NSW, 2330
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Common questions about Jim Johnstone Park
Is Jim Johnstone Park free to camp at?
Yes. Jim Johnstone Park in Warkworth, NSW is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: camping area, outdoor picnic tables and bins in shady location, large grassy park and long rig.
What facilities does Jim Johnstone Park have?
Jim Johnstone Park has camping area, outdoor picnic tables and bins in shady location, large grassy park, long rig, free overnight camp and "children's playground. That is the short list; 21 facilities are recorded for this site in total. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.
Are dogs allowed at Jim Johnstone Park?
The record for Jim Johnstone Park lists "Pets Welcome", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.
Can you book Jim Johnstone Park online?
We hold no online booking link for Jim Johnstone Park, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.
Where is Jim Johnstone Park?
Jim Johnstone Park sits in Warkworth, NSW. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.
Facilities at Jim Johnstone Park
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Camping Area | Yes |
| Outdoor picnic tables and bins in shady location | Yes |
| Large grassy park | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| "Children's playground | Yes |
| Accessible | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Room for big rigs | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Accessible toilets | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Shelter with picnic tables | Yes |
| " | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Children's Play Facility | Yes |
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Golden Highway
Warkworth, NSW 2330