JJ Kelly Park Wollongong – Spacious Sports & Family Fun


🌿 A ripper spot for footy, family arvos, and letting the ankle biters run wild!
JJ Kelly Park Wollongong - Spacious Sports & Family Fun - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

JJ Kelly Park in Wollongong offers plenty of open green space perfect for families and sports lovers alike. The park features well-maintained playing fields ideal for soccer and other sports, with ample shaded parking nearby. While the playground is a bit dated, kids still enjoy the space to run around. Visitors appreciate the relaxing atmosphere and walking opportunities, though caution is advised near the creek due to rubbish and steep edges. Facilities include public toilets and takeaway food options, making it a convenient spot for a casual arvo out with the family or mates.

πŸ“ Park Information

πŸ“ Address Swan St, Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia
πŸ“ž Phone +61 2 4227 7111
🌐 Website Website
⭐ Rating 4.1/5 (215 reviews)
πŸ™οΈ City Wollongong
πŸ—ΊοΈ Coordinates Google Map Link
πŸ—οΈ Facilities
playground
parking
public toilets
sports fields

πŸ• Opening Hours

Day Hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours

⭐ What Makes This Park Special

Family Playground Fun βœ…

JJ Kelly Park has a playground that the kids enjoy, even though some reckon it’s a bit dated and could do with a spruce up. Still, there’s plenty of open green space for the ankle biters to run around and burn off some energy. Families love bringing the little ones here for a casual arvo, with enough room for safe play away from busy roads. Just keep an eye on the kids near the creek area, as it’s not the safest spot for young explorers.

Great Sports Fields for Footy & More ⚽

If your young ones are into footy or soccer, JJ Kelly Park is a top choice. The playing fields are well maintained and spacious, perfect for training sessions or local matches. Parents appreciate the good parking nearby, especially shaded spots to keep the car cool while watching the game. The atmosphere during soccer games is lively and welcoming, making it a cracking spot to support your little legends or have a kick yourself.

Relaxing Green Spaces to Clear Your Mind 🌿

For those after a bit of peace and quiet, JJ Kelly Park offers nice open green areas perfect for a stroll or just kicking back. Locals mention it’s a great place to come for a walk and clear your head, with plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the fresh air. Whether you’re after a breather from the daily grind or a spot for a picnic, this park ticks the boxes for a relaxing arvo with the family or mates.

πŸ’¬ What Visitors Are Saying

  • My son plays soccer there every Monday, and he loves the atmosphere.
  • Nice open green space, plenty of room for the kids and dogs to run around.
  • The playground is a little dated and could use an upgrade.
  • The carpark has plenty of shad parking spots close to the sporting ground.
  • Great sports fields with good car parking.
  • Love coming here to take walks and to clear my mind.
  • Nice park. A good relaxing spot.
  • The playing field was well maintained.
  • The toilet families were OK.
  • Takeaway food was available.

πŸ“Έ Park Photos

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