McNamara Park
McNamara Park
About this campsite
Nestled next to Wollombi Brook, McNamara Park is a lush area ideal for various outdoor activities such as camping and picnics, offering both sunny and shaded spots. The park offers proximity to both Singleton and Cessnock, providing an excellent base for visitors interested in exploring the wineries of the picturesque Hunter Valley. It's a perfect site for nature lovers and wine enthusiasts alike.
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McNamara Park•Paynes Crossing Road, Broke, NSW, 2330
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Common questions about McNamara Park
Is McNamara Park free to camp at?
Yes. McNamara Park in Broke, 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: maximum 72 hrs, flushing toilets, overnight rest area and mobile phone coverage.
What facilities does McNamara Park have?
McNamara Park has maximum 72 hrs, flushing toilets, overnight rest area, mobile phone coverage, caravans and day use area. 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 McNamara Park?
The record for McNamara 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 McNamara Park online?
We hold no online booking link for McNamara Park, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season. If a managing authority takes bookings by phone, their number is the fastest way to confirm a site.
Where is McNamara Park?
McNamara Park sits in Broke, 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 McNamara Park
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Maximum 72 hrs | Yes |
| Flushing toilets | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Easy walk to Tavern/Store | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Camping Area | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Accessible | Yes |
| Walking | Yes |
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Petrol Station and Post Office is a short walk away | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
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Paynes Crossing Road
Broke, NSW 2330
McNamara Park
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