About Burns Beach
Burns Beach is a coastal suburb and beach in the City of Joondalup, about 30 km north of Perth, Western Australia. It features a sandy beach with limestone rocks and offshore reef, a foreshore park and lookout, and a section of the coastal walk trail. The beach is known for swimming, snorkeling, fishing and sunset views, and is a popular family and recreation destination within Perth's northern coastline.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a sandy beach backed by dunes and limestone outcrops, with an offshore reef creating sheltered areas and rock pools. The foreshore includes Burns Beach Park with grassed areas, barbecues, playground and lookout over the Indian Ocean. A paved coastal shared path runs along the foreshore connecting to the broader Burns Beach to Fremantle coastal walk. The setting is residential and open, with views of the ocean, opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, fishing and photography.
Key highlights
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Sandy beach with limestone rocks and offshore reef
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Burns Beach Foreshore Park with lookout and ocean views
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Burns Beach Coastal Walk section of the Perth coastal trail
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Snorkeling and rock pool exploration at low tide
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Sunset viewing over the Indian Ocean