A key feature of Heffron Park is the extensive 4.2 kilometre criterium cycle track. The park also provides opportunities for passive recreation such as walking, jogging, kite flying and ball games. There are many mature trees, both exotic and native, that provide shade, shelter and a fauna habitat. There are two children's play areas within Heffron Park. In the south-western corner of the park behind the amenities building is a swing and slippery dip. A second playground with climbing equipment, see-saw and a swing is near the south-eastern corner of the park.

Ongoing improvements are being made to the park in accordance with the Heffron Park Plan of Management and Landscape Concept Plan. These documents were developed in close consultation with the local community and they provide a 20-year vision to improve the park. In 2013 the Heffron Pedal Park Kids Bicycle Track opened and in the same year Council completed work upgrading the Des Renford Leisure Centre to include a new gym, crèche and fitness studios.  For synthetic sports field bookings please visit DRLC website.