Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area
Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area
About this campsite
The Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area is a cosy free stay stop located south of Gungal, offering overnight rest for travellers. Situated alongside the Golden Highway, it features a drive-through arrangement with a bitumen surface. A well-maintained grassy spot with some shade provides the perfect rest spot. The area is equipped with modern, accessible long-drop toilets, covered picnic tables and bins, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay for visitors.
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Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area•Golden Highway, Gungal, NSW, 2333
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Is Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area in Gungal, 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.
What facilities does Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area have?
Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area has day use area, long rig, free camping, pets welcome, picnic tables and accessible. That is the short list; 14 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 Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area?
The record for Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area 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 Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area, 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 Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area?
Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area sits in Gungal, 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 Private Jackson Park Gungal Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Accessible | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Information Board | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Information | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
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Golden Highway
Gungal, NSW 2333