Cape Byron State Conservation Area Tours

Heading over to the Lighthouse during blue hour before sunrise gives it a very different look compared to during the day. On this particular morning the clouds meant there was going to be no spectacular sunrise anyway so made the most of the situation.
Heading over to the Lighthouse during blue hour before sunrise gives it a very different look compared to during the day. On this particular morning the clouds meant there was going to be no spectacular sunrise anyway so made the most of the situation.
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If you are in Northeasterly New South Wales or Southeastern Queensland, Byron Bay offers a lot for such a tiny town. It's known as a major backpacker's stop for it's party/beach lifestyle. A big highlight to see here would be the Cape Byron Lighthouse which is the most easterly point of mainland Australia. I highly recommend getting there before dawn and watching the sun rise. It is fascinating to hear the crashing waves in the complete dark and watching everything slowly light up as the sun rises. There is a quaint lighthouse in great shape with a mini-museum inside if you are into that kind of thing. Also, if you are trekking through between May and August, you may be able to catch a glimpse of humpback whales migrating.
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Popular places to visit

Clarkes Beach

Clarkes Beach

5/5(6 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Clarkes Beach during your trip to Byron Bay? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the biking trails.

Clarkes Beach
Cape Byron Lighthouse showing a lighthouse and a sunset

Cape Byron Lighthouse

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Enjoy magnificent ocean views, learn about shipwrecks and spot dolphins when you visit this historic lighthouse on mainland Australia’s most easterly point.

Cape Byron Lighthouse
The Pass showing general coastal views, a sunset and a beach

The Pass

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at The Pass during your travels in Byron Bay? You can seek out the biking trails in this walkable area.

The Pass
Wategos Beach which includes a sandy beach

Wategos Beach

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Swim or stroll at this beach sheltered by the rocky bluff of Cape Byron and you might see dolphins surfing on the offshore swell.

Wategos Beach
Arakwal National Park which includes a beach

Arakwal National Park

5/5(1 review)

Watch whales on the horizon and shorebirds on the water’s edge as you stroll along the shoreline of this beach reserve stretching south of Cape Byron.

Arakwal National Park
Main Beach featuring mist or fog and a sandy beach as well as a couple

Main Beach

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Snap photos of the emerald peaks, take part in aquatic activities at the surf club and stroll through forest paths near this urban beach.

Main Beach

Best Lodging Options Near Cape Byron State Conservation Area

Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments

Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
20-22 Fletcher Street Byron Bay NSW
Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
Glen Villa Resort

Glen Villa Resort

2.5 out of 5
80-86 Butler Street Byron Bay NSW
Glen Villa Resort
Drifter Byron Bay

Drifter Byron Bay

3 out of 5
1 Lateen Ln Byron Bay NSW
Drifter Byron Bay
Reflections Byron Bay - Holiday Park

Reflections Byron Bay - Holiday Park

3 out of 5
1 Lighthouse Road Byron Bay NSW
Reflections Byron Bay - Holiday Park
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

3.5 out of 5
399 Ewingsdale Road Byron Bay NSW
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
Byron Beachcomber

Byron Beachcomber

3.5 out of 5
23-25 Shirley Street Byron Bay NSW
Byron Beachcomber
Cape Apartments

Cape Apartments

3.5 out of 5
122 Lighthouse Road Byron Bay NSW
Cape Apartments
Hibiscus Motel

Hibiscus Motel

2 out of 5
33 Lawson St Byron Bay NSW
Hibiscus Motel
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