Burnie Waterfront, West Beach
West Beach has a proud tradition of Surf Life Saving Clubs and championships, and the modern Surf Club building also boasts a beachfront restaurant and café.
With Callum & Murray the sea creatures aquatic feature, BBQs picnic shelters, open grassed space, and a children’s playground, this is a popular place for the people of both Burnie and north-west Tasmania.
On Saturday mornings Burnie Parkrun starts and finishes at the Burnie Waterfront formally known as Hilder Parade.
In front of the Surf Life Saving Club are beach volleyball nets, where the Burnie Volleyball Association holds competitive games during the summer months. Also available near the surfclub are halfcourt basketball, public toilets, outdoor showers, change rooms, and outdoor exercise equipment. Plus a beach wheelchair is available for use with a key.
West Beach is located just a block from the central business district. It is connected by a boardwalk to the new University of Tasmania Cradle Coast Campus and the little penguin habitat at the western end of the beach..
Please be aware that dogs are not allowed on the West Beach foreshore and boardwalk areas. This restriction includes any space within 10 meters of a children's playground, as well as areas designated to protect native wildlife, particularly the habitat of the Little Penguin, please refer to our nearby Dog Friendly areas to enjoy with your pooch.
Location
Burnie Waterfront, West Beach, 2 North Terrace, Burnie 7320 View Map and directions
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Burnie Waterfront, West Beach, 2 North Terrace ,
Burnie 7320
Burnie Waterfront, West Beach, 2 North Terrace ,
Burnie 7320
Burnie Waterfront, West Beach
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