White Gum Air Park

York, AU 🇦🇺 Small Airport

ICAO

YWGM

IATA

Elevation

1000 ft

Region

AU-WA

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: YWGM

Local Code: YWGM

Location: -31.863947° N, 116.936094° E

Continent: Oceania

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Travelers generally express positive sentiment and high satisfaction with White Gum Air Park (YWGM) and its associated White Gum Farm in York, AU. The location is praised for its family-friendly atmosphere and the diverse range of activities available, creating a unique and relaxing getaway.

What Travelers Love

Diverse Activities: The site offers a range of activities including a 4WD park, bushwalking, swimming and boating (pedal boats, kayaking) on Lake Kimberley, fishing (catch and release), and a children's playground.
Friendly Owners and Staff: The owner, Gary, is frequently mentioned as being extremely friendly and accommodating.
Unique Aviation Experience: Travelers enjoy observing planes and gyrocopters taking off and landing. The presence of a MiG-21U fighter jet and plans to convert Boeing 737s into accommodation are notable attractions. Flight training facilities are also available.
Relaxed Atmosphere & No Fees: The air park operates with no landing fees and is described as having "no hold ups," contributing to a laid-back experience.
Quality Dining: The Lake Kimberley Bar & Grill is highlighted for its delightful gourmet food, exceptional service, and good selection of drinks, open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Clean and Modern Amenities: The toilet and shower blocks are frequently praised for being clean, tidy, modern, and spacious, with some offering baths for small children and communal laundry and camp kitchen facilities.
Aircraft Parking and Hangar Accommodation: Dedicated aircraft parking is available, and there are options for casual and shared hangar accommodation.

Common Complaints

Limited Power Supply: Due to the rural location, power is limited, and visitors are advised to be energy conscious, especially during peak times.
Sloped Unpowered Camping Areas: Some unpowered camping areas are described as quite sloped with limited flat spots.
Hard Ground for Tent Pegs: Campers have noted the ground can be very hard, suggesting bringing a drill for tent pegs.
Distance from York: The air park is located approximately 24 kilometers from the town of York, implying a need for private transportation.
No Security/Customs Information: As a small air park, there is no information available regarding security wait times or customs/immigration experiences, as it does not cater to commercial airline services.

White Gum Air Park and the broader White Gum Farm offer a unique and highly enjoyable experience for travelers, particularly those interested in aviation, outdoor activities, and a relaxed, family-friendly environment. While some practical considerations like power availability and terrain for camping exist, the overwhelmingly positive feedback centers on the diverse attractions, excellent facilities, and welcoming atmosphere.

Last updated: 61 days ago

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`09/27`	700 ft	90 ft	Gravel	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
CTAF	White Gum Traffic	`126.7 MHz`

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