Lawrence Memorial Park
Lawrence Memorial Park
About this rest area
Lawrence Memorial Park offers a serene setting along the Clarence River, complete with a boat ramp, jetty, and convenient access to the town centre. Despite recent restrictions on overnight stays, the park is beloved for its excellent facilities, including well-maintained toilets, BBQ areas, and ample fishing opportunities. The local store and Hotel provide resources and culinary delights, and the friendly community atmosphere enhances the appeal of the park. Grassroots efforts are underway to restore overnight accommodation possibilities.
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Lawrence Memorial Park•Bridge Street, Lawrence, NSW, 2460
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What facilities does Lawrence Memorial Park have?
Lawrence Memorial Park has pets welcome, excellent food at the pub, boat ramp, river fishing, picnic tables and long rig. That is the short list; 21 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.
Are dogs allowed at Lawrence Memorial Park?
The record for Lawrence Memorial 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 Lawrence Memorial Park online?
We hold no online booking link for Lawrence Memorial 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 Lawrence Memorial Park?
Lawrence Memorial Park sits in Lawrence, 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 Lawrence Memorial Park
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Excellent food at the pub | Yes |
| Boat Ramp | Yes |
| River Fishing | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Drinking Water | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Swimming | Yes |
| Fishing Spot | Yes |
| Public Boat Ramp | Yes |
| Toilets across the road at the hall | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| On the bank of the Clarence River | Yes |
| Accessible | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Hot showers at the pub for a $2 donation to Westpac Rescue Chopper | Yes |
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Bridge Street
Lawrence, NSW 2460