John Whitton Memorial Park
John Whitton Memorial Park, also known as Rocket Ship Park, is a playground park in Emu Plains. Its most notable feature is a rocket ship slide and climbing tower, which sits among swings, monkey bars, tunnels, a flying fox and other play equipment. The park also has undercover picnic tables.
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About John Whitton Memorial Park
Rocket Ship Playground at John Whitton Memorial Park
John Whitton Memorial Park has a playground with several play areas, built around a rocket ship slide and climbing tower that gives the park its nickname. For younger children, the playground has swings and small slides, plus tunnels, bridges and climbing structures to crawl through and across. Older children have more of a challenge on the flying fox, fireman's pole, balancing beams and monkey bars.
Facilities at John Whitton Memorial Park
Getting to John Whitton Memorial Park
John Whitton Memorial Park is in Emu Plains NSW 2750, in the City of Penrith. Maps may list it as Lowery Close Reserve or Rocket Ship Park.
Open in Google Maps →Nearby Emu Plains
- 📍Gatekeeper's Cottage No. 1
- 📍Lapstone Zig Zag
Frequently asked questions about John Whitton Memorial Park
Is John Whitton Memorial Park good for toddlers?
Yes, its swings, small slides and tunnels are suited to younger children.
Are there shaded picnic tables at John Whitton Memorial Park?
Yes, the park has undercover picnic tables, one of them in a quiet spot, and its facilities are clean and well maintained.
Why is John Whitton Memorial Park called Rocket Ship Park?
The nickname comes from its main feature, a rocket ship slide and climbing tower.
What is near John Whitton Memorial Park?
Gatekeeper's Cottage No. 1 and the Lapstone Zig Zag are both close to the park.