John Laws Park
A lovely beachfront park at Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast with a 4.9 rating across 21 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
John Laws Park sits on The Esplanade in Burleigh Heads, one of the Gold Coast's most loved beachside suburbs. A near-perfect 4.9 rating from 21 reviews reflects its standing as a much-loved green space.
The appeal is green space in a gorgeous beachfront setting — a lovely park handy for a stroll, a picnic, a play or simply relaxing by the coast, a genuine favourite along the beautiful Burleigh foreshore near the headland. Its Esplanade location makes it an easy and pleasant addition to a day out.
Parks and beachfront spots have changing facilities and seasonal conditions, so check current details if you're planning around something specific. Otherwise it's a free, family-friendly spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring sun protection, water and take your time by the beach.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- WednesdayToday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 74
- Popularity
- 41
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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