🌿 A ripper spot for a quiet arvo swim and camping with your furry mate by the river!

Joseph Wills Park Elsmore - Peaceful Riverside Camping & Swimming Spot - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Joseph Wills Park in Elsmore is a peaceful, dog-friendly spot perfect for weekend getaways and free camping by a clear freshwater river. Visitors love the natural swimming hole, covered picnic tables, and quiet surroundings away from the hustle. Facilities include upgraded compost toilets and rubbish bins, though some mention the toilets need further attention. The park is ideal for families and pet owners seeking a relaxing bush escape with easy river access and plenty of firewood lying around. Mobile service is limited, so pack accordingly for a true nature break.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	Elsmore NSW 2360, Australia
⭐ Rating	4.3/5 (29 reviews)
🏙️ City	Australia
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	public toilets picnic shelter rubbish bins free camping dog friendly

🕐 Opening Hours

Opening hours information is not available. Many national and state parks are open 24/7, but visitor centers
and facilities may have specific hours.

⭐ What Makes This Park Special

Family-Friendly Riverside Fun ✅

Joseph Wills Park offers a lovely natural swimming hole with clear, fresh water that’s great for the kids to splash about in, though watch out for the rocky riverbed which can be a bit tricky to navigate. Covered picnic tables provide a comfy spot for brekkie or arvo snacks while the little ones enjoy the peaceful bush surroundings. It’s a quiet, safe place where families can unwind and enjoy nature without the crowds. Just remember to keep an eye on the kids near the water and bring everything you need as there’s no mobile reception here.

Beautiful Riverside Views That'll Take Your Breath Away 🌅

This park is a real gem for those who love peaceful, natural settings. Visitors rave about the clear running river and the quiet, gorgeous bushland that surrounds the camping and picnic areas. It’s a perfect spot to relax and soak up the tranquillity, with plenty of dead wood around for campfires and a lovely spot to watch the river flow. The lack of crowds means you can enjoy the serenity and fresh air, making it a top choice for a weekend escape from the city hustle.

Basic but Handy Facilities for a Bush Escape 🚽

Facilities at Joseph Wills Park are simple but functional, featuring upgraded compost toilets and covered picnic shelters with rubbish bins. While some reviews mention the toilets could use more maintenance and that pit toilets were previously a problem, the recent upgrades have improved usability. There’s no mobile phone service here, so plan ahead and bring what you need. Free camping is a big plus, and the dog-friendly policy makes it easy to bring your furry mates along. Parking is implied but not explicitly mentioned, so expect basic access.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

Fresh water river, new compost toilets and picnic tables with rubbish bins.
Great little stop with swimming hole, covered picnic tables and toilets. Dog friendly.
Upgraded toilet system now, much more user friendly except for the lady staying there with cats.
Lovely overnight stay well off the highway. Toilets were pretty rough but quiet, peaceful and very pretty.
Quiet overnight stay, no firewood handy but good pet friendly area. River nice.
Lovely place to camp and relax, dog friendly and plenty of dead wood laying around the area.
No Telstra phone service.
River bed is covered in real big rocks that require you to navigate through without falling to get into knee deep water.
Toilets are OUT OF SERVICE INDEFINITELY.
Beautiful spot, quiet just gorgeous.