About Burswood Park
Burswood Park is a 53-hectare public parkland on the Swan River foreshore in Burswood, within the Town of Victoria Park, Western Australia. Managed by the Burswood Park Board, it was created from reclaimed industrial land in the 1980s. The park features landscaped gardens, walking and cycling trails, picnic areas and river views toward the Perth central business district and is notable as a major urban open space adjoining Crown Perth and Optus Stadium.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect expansive landscaped parkland along the Swan River with sealed walking and cycling paths, open lawns, garden beds, and shaded picnic and barbecue areas. The park offers views across the river to Perth city, Matagarup Bridge and Optus Stadium. Areas to explore include the Swan River foreshore, heritage trail, lake and public art installations. The environment is open and flat, suitable for leisurely walks, cycling and family picnics.
Key highlights
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53 hectares of landscaped parkland on the Swan River foreshore
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Scenic views of Perth CBD, Swan River and Matagarup Bridge
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Network of walking and cycling paths including heritage trail
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Picnic shelters and free barbecue facilities
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Proximity to Optus Stadium and Crown Perth precinct