The Beaches of Byron Bay

Byron Bay is a popular stop for those on the Backpacker Trail, but beyond that is also popular for those visitors just wanting to get a glimpse of the beautiful seaside town. Byron Bay is a relaxing and beautiful place to escape to but can also be busy with tourists and visitors alike. However it is probably most well-known for its beautiful and endless beaches, especially for those surfing enthusiasts.

Main Beach is located at the front of the town and is usually quite busy due to it's proximity to the town. It can have decent surf, but is most popular for swimming. The sand stretches for over 50km.

Belongil Beach is absolutely stunning and is located at the western edge of the town. It is popular if you crave a little more peace and quiet. It is also a clothing-optional beach.

Clarks Beach is located at the eastern end of Main Beach. It is known to have relatively good surf.

The Pass is a headland at the end of Clarks Beach where you will some of the best surf in the area.

Watego's Beach is also known for its good surf and is on par with The Pass for some of the best surf in the area. It is also popular for dolphin spotting.

Little Watego is another popular spot due its good surf, and is on an even keel with both The Pass and Watego.

Tallow Beach is south of Cape Byron, and extends 7km. It surrounded by beautiful walks and the Arakwal National Park.

Broken Head is located just past Tallow Beach on a bit of a rockier stretch. There are numerous smaller beaches here just prior to the start of Seven Mile Beach.

Seven Mile Beach reaches all the way to Lennox Head, approximately 10km south. It also runs behind the Broken Head Nature Reserve.

Suffolk Park is an area that starts approximately 5km from the south side of the town. It has good surf, especially in the winter months.

Kings Beach is known to be a popular gay beach. It is located just off of Seven Mile Beach near the Broken Head Holiday Park.

As can be easily seen Byron Bay has plenty of beaches to choose from when it comes to either surfing or swimming. The number of beaches ensures that there is always somewhere that will have good surf, and in close proximity to the other beaches. Also popular is the fact that the surf in Byron Bay is relatively low-key, which makes it a great spot for those wanting to give surfing a try for the first time. However, no matter what your intended use for the beach is, the fact remains that there is no shortage of beaches in the Bryon Bay area, making it one of the most sought out Beach Towns in New South Wales.

References:

Lonely Planet, Australia

Lonely Planet, East Coast Australia