As the oldest park in San Carlos, Burton Park features a wide range of amenities, including a children's play area, basketball and tennis courts, a baseball diamond, horseshoe pits, a soccer field, a community center, picnic tables and a barbecue area. A walking path is available to encourage the "Make Time for Fitness" program. The park also hosts the annual Hometown Days festival in the spring and the Concert in the Park series in the summer.