The park was developed on the site of the former Jinju Airport, which relocated in the late 1990s.
It frequently hosts major local events, including the Jinju Chrysanthemum Exhibition during the autumn season.
The park layout incorporates an artificial stream and water features that cycle through the center of the grounds.
It is interconnected with the adjacent Jinju Indoor Gymnasium and the sports complex district.
Chojeon Citizen Sports Park is a large-scale public recreational facility in Jinju featuring extensive walking paths and open lawns. The site integrates dedicated athletic zones for soccer, tennis, and gateball with passive green spaces designed for community leisure. It serves as a central hub for outdoor fitness, housing a variety of exercise equipment scattered throughout the grounds. The landscape includes landscaped gardens and tree-lined walkways that provide natural shade. It is a popular venue for local residents to engage in walking, jogging, and recreational sports.
The elevated boardwalk areas and the seasonal garden beds that are transformed during the city's annual chrysanthemum festival.
Bring a picnic blanket to utilize the expansive central grass areas during spring and autumn.
Visit the secondary paths along the park perimeter to avoid the higher foot traffic near the main athletic courts.
The park is highly exposed; bring sun protection during summer months as shaded areas are limited to peripheral tree lines.
Avoid visiting during the peak heat of the day in July and August, as the central area offers minimal overhead shade.
Maintain noise levels during sporting events; dogs must be kept on a leash and owners are required to clean up waste.
