The White cottage Guidebook
all the places and things to do
Byron's gorgeous beaches
tallow beach is our front yard, just across the road from the cottage
goes from cosy corner to broken head
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Tallow Beach
tallow beach is our front yard, just across the road from the cottage
goes from cosy corner to broken head
Byron Bay is one of Australia’s most famous beach locations and a popular destination with surfers and tourists, with the town and main street located right behind the beach. The town had its origins in the 1860s when timber cut on the forested slopes of Cape Byron was hauled to the beach and floated out to ships. The town and tourism took off with the construction of the jetty in 1888 and the opening on the railway to Lismore in 1894. Ever since, the waters around the cape have been a popular holiday destination. The town encroached so much on the beach that a seawall has been built to protect a number of facilities from wave erosion, including a full-size Olympic swimming pool.The Byron Bay SLSC, located at Main Beach (NSW 13), is the second oldest club north of Sydney and one of the oldest in Australia having been formed in 1907. The main street runs in lee of the seawall, terminating at a beachfront large car park, with a grassy park and picnic area running south to the Surf Club and beyond, and additional parking behind. A beachfront caravan park and more parking and amenities are located at Clarks Beach. Finally at The Pass a car park and boat launching ramp is provided (Fig. 4.15).Most waves reaching the beach have to refract around Cape Byron resulting in a decrease in wave height toward the Cape and generally less hazardous swimming conditions. The lower waves produce a wide attached bar occasionally cut by skewed rips. The rips (when present) and longshore currents usually sweep to the north along Main Beach toward the seawall, where they turn and run seaward. So the best swimming is south of the wall and between the flags. In the 3 km sweep between the seawall and The Pass the beach curves round to face the north then northeast. The waves are relatively low and the beach along Clarks and The Pass is usually fronted by a wide, shallow attached bar with few rips. However an additional hazard is present in the form of pulses of sand (sand waves) that periodically move around Cape Byron and along past Fishermans Lookout to form long, elongate sand bars and backing troughs or lagoons sweeping along toward Main Beach. In addition waves refracting around Cape Byron tend to run almost at right angles along The Pass. These produce the surf for which it is internationally famous. However for the unwary swimmer these waves produce strong longshore drift along the beach.
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The Pass
Byron Bay is one of Australia’s most famous beach locations and a popular destination with surfers and tourists, with the town and main street located right behind the beach. The town had its origins in the 1860s when timber cut on the forested slopes of Cape Byron was hauled to the beach and floated out to ships. The town and tourism took off with the construction of the jetty in 1888 and the opening on the railway to Lismore in 1894. Ever since, the waters around the cape have been a popular holiday destination. The town encroached so much on the beach that a seawall has been built to protect a number of facilities from wave erosion, including a full-size Olympic swimming pool.The Byron Bay SLSC, located at Main Beach (NSW 13), is the second oldest club north of Sydney and one of the oldest in Australia having been formed in 1907. The main street runs in lee of the seawall, terminating at a beachfront large car park, with a grassy park and picnic area running south to the Surf Club and beyond, and additional parking behind. A beachfront caravan park and more parking and amenities are located at Clarks Beach. Finally at The Pass a car park and boat launching ramp is provided (Fig. 4.15).Most waves reaching the beach have to refract around Cape Byron resulting in a decrease in wave height toward the Cape and generally less hazardous swimming conditions. The lower waves produce a wide attached bar occasionally cut by skewed rips. The rips (when present) and longshore currents usually sweep to the north along Main Beach toward the seawall, where they turn and run seaward. So the best swimming is south of the wall and between the flags. In the 3 km sweep between the seawall and The Pass the beach curves round to face the north then northeast. The waves are relatively low and the beach along Clarks and The Pass is usually fronted by a wide, shallow attached bar with few rips. However an additional hazard is present in the form of pulses of sand (sand waves) that periodically move around Cape Byron and along past Fishermans Lookout to form long, elongate sand bars and backing troughs or lagoons sweeping along toward Main Beach. In addition waves refracting around Cape Byron tend to run almost at right angles along The Pass. These produce the surf for which it is internationally famous. However for the unwary swimmer these waves produce strong longshore drift along the beach.
this is our front yard, a walk from the cottage
Encompassed by littoral rainforest, Broken Head Nature Reserve extends over a headland from which the coastal scenery is stunning. A well-signposted and easy to medium walking track takes you from the beachfront holiday park up through the rainforest, and then trails around the cliff top before delivering you at the magical Three Sisters Lookout. The panoramic coastal vista reveals pristine beaches, rocky coves, and verdant rainforest.
Just before you reach the lookout platform you’ll come upon a large grassy knoll. This is an excellent spot on which to have a picnic or just sit and watch the birds and sea-life below. You never know, you may even be taken by complete surprise like me and be proposed to at this very spot! The slopes surrounding this headland, however, are very steep. So you’ll need to watch your children all the time if they’re very young.
Broken Head is slightly more sheltered than the open sections of Tallow Beach. Nevertheless, there are so many rips about that if you and your children feel like swimming there then you should do so only between the lifeguards’ flags.
When the sandbars are right, and the swell is up, Broken Head’s right-hand point break can get crowded. Experienced surfers, however, will find plenty of uncrowded surf spots down the beach from the point.
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Broken Head
184 Beach Rdthis is our front yard, a walk from the cottage
Encompassed by littoral rainforest, Broken Head Nature Reserve extends over a headland from which the coastal scenery is stunning. A well-signposted and easy to medium walking track takes you from the beachfront holiday park up through the rainforest, and then trails around the cliff top before delivering you at the magical Three Sisters Lookout. The panoramic coastal vista reveals pristine beaches, rocky coves, and verdant rainforest.
Just before you reach the lookout platform you’ll come upon a large grassy knoll. This is an excellent spot on which to have a picnic or just sit and watch the birds and sea-life below. You never know, you may even be taken by complete surprise like me and be proposed to at this very spot! The slopes surrounding this headland, however, are very steep. So you’ll need to watch your children all the time if they’re very young.
Broken Head is slightly more sheltered than the open sections of Tallow Beach. Nevertheless, there are so many rips about that if you and your children feel like swimming there then you should do so only between the lifeguards’ flags.
When the sandbars are right, and the swell is up, Broken Head’s right-hand point break can get crowded. Experienced surfers, however, will find plenty of uncrowded surf spots down the beach from the point.
Located just North of the seawall and Main Beach car park at the end of Jonson Street, the Wreck is more of a surf break than a beach.The Wreck is part of Belongil beach at Byron Bay. It some of the remains of a local boat the Wollongbar that sunk in 1922 when it broke away from moorings. No lives were lost, much of the load was salvaged as was part of the ship.
I saw some of the boat protruding from the water walking on Belongil beach at Byron Bay. Its quite eerie, easily seen from the shore.
It is a popular surfing spot and you can sometimes see the surfers climbing on the remains of the ship a short distance from the shore at low tide.
The break is named after the protruding shipwreck of the SS Wollongbar, which creates a series of sand bars that result in good swell ideal for surfing. The area is not only popular with surfers, but also for those interested in exploring the Wreck with a mask and snorkel.
This area of the beach is unpatrolled and can often become rougher than other beaches in Byron Bay.
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The Wreck
Located just North of the seawall and Main Beach car park at the end of Jonson Street, the Wreck is more of a surf break than a beach.The Wreck is part of Belongil beach at Byron Bay. It some of the remains of a local boat the Wollongbar that sunk in 1922 when it broke away from moorings. No lives were lost, much of the load was salvaged as was part of the ship.
I saw some of the boat protruding from the water walking on Belongil beach at Byron Bay. Its quite eerie, easily seen from the shore.
It is a popular surfing spot and you can sometimes see the surfers climbing on the remains of the ship a short distance from the shore at low tide.
The break is named after the protruding shipwreck of the SS Wollongbar, which creates a series of sand bars that result in good swell ideal for surfing. The area is not only popular with surfers, but also for those interested in exploring the Wreck with a mask and snorkel.
This area of the beach is unpatrolled and can often become rougher than other beaches in Byron Bay.
Wategos Beach is located 2 km east of the Byron Bay town centre. A peaceful sheltered little beach that is ideal for families, a fantastic place to picnic, play in the sand and swim.You’ll find BBQ’s and picnic tables are available to cook up breakfast or lunch. At the far end of the beach you can take the steps up to the Cape Byron Lighthouse. The Lighthouse precinct is open 8am to sunset.
The small arc of beach is named after the Watego family who settled the area in the 1930’s and grew bananas and vegetables where the houses are now.
Facilities
BBQ’s
Picnic Tables
Grassy areas
Walking track to lighthouse
Car park. paid parking (current rates are $4.00 per hour) with a 4 hr parking limit enforced between 9am to 6pm Monday to Sunday including Public Holidays. Free if you have a Byron Shire Residents Parking Exemption. Showers
Drinking watr
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Wategos Beach
Wategos Beach is located 2 km east of the Byron Bay town centre. A peaceful sheltered little beach that is ideal for families, a fantastic place to picnic, play in the sand and swim.You’ll find BBQ’s and picnic tables are available to cook up breakfast or lunch. At the far end of the beach you can take the steps up to the Cape Byron Lighthouse. The Lighthouse precinct is open 8am to sunset.
The small arc of beach is named after the Watego family who settled the area in the 1930’s and grew bananas and vegetables where the houses are now.
Facilities
BBQ’s
Picnic Tables
Grassy areas
Walking track to lighthouse
Car park. paid parking (current rates are $4.00 per hour) with a 4 hr parking limit enforced between 9am to 6pm Monday to Sunday including Public Holidays. Free if you have a Byron Shire Residents Parking Exemption. Showers
Drinking watr
Little Wategos Beach
Main Beach, Byron Bay
Main BeachWhites Beach
Seven Mile Beach
Walks, National Parks & Sightseeing
the best walks in suffolk and bryon
Byron Bay Lighthouse marks the most easterly point of Australia’s coastline and, between it and the centre of town, there is a gorgeous little coastal boardwalk you can enjoy… for free!
Getting up early and seeing the sun rising over Australia from the lighthouse is pretty special, but the walk is delightful any time of the day and is a real must when you are visiting Byron – definitely make the effort!
best view,best walk in anytime and in any weather
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Cape Byron fyrtårn
Cape Byron Walking TrackByron Bay Lighthouse marks the most easterly point of Australia’s coastline and, between it and the centre of town, there is a gorgeous little coastal boardwalk you can enjoy… for free!
Getting up early and seeing the sun rising over Australia from the lighthouse is pretty special, but the walk is delightful any time of the day and is a real must when you are visiting Byron – definitely make the effort!
best view,best walk in anytime and in any weather
from june to october they come to visit byron, we love them
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Whale Watching Byron Bay
9 Marvell Stfrom june to october they come to visit byron, we love them
A scenic bridge between Cape Byron State Conservation Area and Broken Head Nature Reserve, Tallow Beach offers a terrific place to throw down a towel and soak up the sun. You could pull out binoculars for an afternoon of whale watching in spring and winter though, as whales migrate between the Great Barrier Reef and Antarctica.
Just 3.2km from the heart of Byron Bay, Tallow Beach is alive with osprey and white-bellied sea eagles scouring the coast in search of food. As you relax on the sand, pied oystercatchers wander past searching for pippis. Avid birdwatchers will find more to see behind the dunes adjacent to residential areas, where many paper bark trees provide plenty of hiding holes for our feathered friends.
Beach fishing is possible here, as well as surfing in the right tide. For swimming and surfing, please be aware of rip tides and keep an eye on children – Tallow Beach is unpatrolled. It is, nevertheless, very popular in summer, the school holidays and Easter, so arrive early for the best spot.
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Broken Head
184 Beach RdA scenic bridge between Cape Byron State Conservation Area and Broken Head Nature Reserve, Tallow Beach offers a terrific place to throw down a towel and soak up the sun. You could pull out binoculars for an afternoon of whale watching in spring and winter though, as whales migrate between the Great Barrier Reef and Antarctica.
Just 3.2km from the heart of Byron Bay, Tallow Beach is alive with osprey and white-bellied sea eagles scouring the coast in search of food. As you relax on the sand, pied oystercatchers wander past searching for pippis. Avid birdwatchers will find more to see behind the dunes adjacent to residential areas, where many paper bark trees provide plenty of hiding holes for our feathered friends.
Beach fishing is possible here, as well as surfing in the right tide. For swimming and surfing, please be aware of rip tides and keep an eye on children – Tallow Beach is unpatrolled. It is, nevertheless, very popular in summer, the school holidays and Easter, so arrive early for the best spot.
The Minyon Falls is a plunge waterfall on the Repentance Creek in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. The waterfall descends more than 100 metres over the huge rhyolite cliffs which were once part of the Tweed Volcano. The water flow eroded the underlying basalt away to create the waterfall.
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Whian Whian
The Minyon Falls is a plunge waterfall on the Repentance Creek in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. The waterfall descends more than 100 metres over the huge rhyolite cliffs which were once part of the Tweed Volcano. The water flow eroded the underlying basalt away to create the waterfall.
You’ll need a good two hours to properly experience the Cape Byron walking track – but it’s so rich in delights, so don’t be surprised if you reach the end and feel like doing it all again. In fact, it’s one of the best ways to spend a couple of hours on the state’s entire coast.
The 3.7km loop leads you on a hike through rainforest and across clifftops with stunning views of the ocean and hinterland.
En route you’ll wander through the shade of bangalow palms and ancient burrawangs, across kangaroo grasslands, along picturesque beaches and up to Cape Byron Lighthouse. Remember to keep an eye out on the water for turtles, dolphins, stingrays and, in season, whales.
If you’d prefer an easier walk, the track can be accessed at numerous points and walked in shorter sections.
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Cape Byron Walking Track
199 Lighthouse RdYou’ll need a good two hours to properly experience the Cape Byron walking track – but it’s so rich in delights, so don’t be surprised if you reach the end and feel like doing it all again. In fact, it’s one of the best ways to spend a couple of hours on the state’s entire coast.
The 3.7km loop leads you on a hike through rainforest and across clifftops with stunning views of the ocean and hinterland.
En route you’ll wander through the shade of bangalow palms and ancient burrawangs, across kangaroo grasslands, along picturesque beaches and up to Cape Byron Lighthouse. Remember to keep an eye out on the water for turtles, dolphins, stingrays and, in season, whales.
If you’d prefer an easier walk, the track can be accessed at numerous points and walked in shorter sections.
5km – 1-2 hours – undulating paths, some steep
The Cape Byron Walking Track, known locally as the Lighthouse Walk, is a loop trail that takes in beach, lighthouse and rainforest, as well as some of Byron’s most spectacular views. It involves a paved path, stairs, a stretch of sand and some trail.
There are many variations on this trail, but our recommended route begins and ends at Clarkes Beach car park (directions). Head down to the beach via the staircase alongside Beach Byron Bay, then turn right along the sand, away from the town centre. Walk to the Fisherman’s Lookout then head up to and through The Pass car park, up the stairs that lead over the cliff and down to Wategos Beach.
At the far end of this idyllic cove is a paved path rising to your left. These lead directly to the iconic Byron Bay Lighthouse.
Take time to enjoy the views en route, including those from Australia’s most easterly point. After pausing at the top, continue past the cafe and toilets, and follow the curving road until the pavement’s end.
Disappear into the forest up the steep paved path, passing the hang gliding launch point, and follow this trail as it undulates to its end. You’ll re-emerge by Captain Cook’s car park. Turn left and wander back down the road to refind the trailhead.
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Lighthouse Road
Lighthouse Road5km – 1-2 hours – undulating paths, some steep
The Cape Byron Walking Track, known locally as the Lighthouse Walk, is a loop trail that takes in beach, lighthouse and rainforest, as well as some of Byron’s most spectacular views. It involves a paved path, stairs, a stretch of sand and some trail.
There are many variations on this trail, but our recommended route begins and ends at Clarkes Beach car park (directions). Head down to the beach via the staircase alongside Beach Byron Bay, then turn right along the sand, away from the town centre. Walk to the Fisherman’s Lookout then head up to and through The Pass car park, up the stairs that lead over the cliff and down to Wategos Beach.
At the far end of this idyllic cove is a paved path rising to your left. These lead directly to the iconic Byron Bay Lighthouse.
Take time to enjoy the views en route, including those from Australia’s most easterly point. After pausing at the top, continue past the cafe and toilets, and follow the curving road until the pavement’s end.
Disappear into the forest up the steep paved path, passing the hang gliding launch point, and follow this trail as it undulates to its end. You’ll re-emerge by Captain Cook’s car park. Turn left and wander back down the road to refind the trailhead.
THREE SISTERS TRACK
1.6km – 30-45 mins – gently undulating dirt track
The Three Sisters Walking Track gives quick access to spectacular ocean views and a non-challenging coastal bush trail to the south of Byron Bay. It’s a great place to escape the crowds and enjoy some serenity.
The walk begins at Broken Head car park (directions). With the beach to your left, spot the trailhead tucked up a small grassy rise and under the canopy of coastal flora. Follow this track to its logical end, where it dives down steeply to the right to meet Kings Beach (this is the start an alternative loop route that’s only available at low tide).
En route, take time to read the aboriginal history of the Three Sisters and enjoy a little picnic on the grass overlooking the ocean.
Three Sisters Track
Three Sisters TrackTHREE SISTERS TRACK
1.6km – 30-45 mins – gently undulating dirt track
The Three Sisters Walking Track gives quick access to spectacular ocean views and a non-challenging coastal bush trail to the south of Byron Bay. It’s a great place to escape the crowds and enjoy some serenity.
The walk begins at Broken Head car park (directions). With the beach to your left, spot the trailhead tucked up a small grassy rise and under the canopy of coastal flora. Follow this track to its logical end, where it dives down steeply to the right to meet Kings Beach (this is the start an alternative loop route that’s only available at low tide).
En route, take time to read the aboriginal history of the Three Sisters and enjoy a little picnic on the grass overlooking the ocean.
Killen Falls is a magnificent cave waterfall that spits out of Emigrant Creek to a 10-meter drop and into a shallow rock pool below. Killen Falls is the perfect little adventure to get away from the hype of the iconic Byron Bay.
Killen Falls is one of several waterfalls in the region and a must-see location on your visit to Byron Bay and Northern Rivers NSW.
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Killen Falls
38 Killen Falls DrKillen Falls is a magnificent cave waterfall that spits out of Emigrant Creek to a 10-meter drop and into a shallow rock pool below. Killen Falls is the perfect little adventure to get away from the hype of the iconic Byron Bay.
Killen Falls is one of several waterfalls in the region and a must-see location on your visit to Byron Bay and Northern Rivers NSW.
from Tallows beach walking to Broken Head Ti-Tree Lake (Taylors Lake) includes a mosaic of swamp sclerophyll forest, sedgeland, Banksia shrubland and moist sclerophyll forest. A number of threatened flora and fauna species exist within this area.Ti-Tree Lake (Taylors Lake) is of very high conservation significance and of high cultural significance to local Aboriginal people. The area is proposed as a nature reserve.
Ti Tree Lake (Taylors), a women’s site identified with successful childbirth, is of considerable significance to Aboriginal people. This was a taboo area where its use by men was limited to ritual preparation for combat. This is a unique site, one of only four remaining women’s sites in the region.
Ti-Tree Lake Aboriginal Area
from Tallows beach walking to Broken Head Ti-Tree Lake (Taylors Lake) includes a mosaic of swamp sclerophyll forest, sedgeland, Banksia shrubland and moist sclerophyll forest. A number of threatened flora and fauna species exist within this area.Ti-Tree Lake (Taylors Lake) is of very high conservation significance and of high cultural significance to local Aboriginal people. The area is proposed as a nature reserve.
Ti Tree Lake (Taylors), a women’s site identified with successful childbirth, is of considerable significance to Aboriginal people. This was a taboo area where its use by men was limited to ritual preparation for combat. This is a unique site, one of only four remaining women’s sites in the region.
Food Scene
Suffolk Park Bakery
2 Clifford Stcoffee, yummy food and pastries just up the road
The Mez Club
85-87 Jonson StLight Years - Byron Bay
139 Lawson StThe Balcony Bar & Oyster Co.
3 Lawson StreetElixiba Plant-Based Restaurant - Byron Bay
23 Jonson StIl Buco Cafe & Pizzeria
4 Bay LnThai Lucy
4 Bay LnMiss Margarita
2 Jonson StBellaRosa Gelato Byron Bay
11 Jonson StTrattoria Basiloco Byron Bay
30 Lawson StreetKinoko
23 Jonson StOSushi Restaurant Byron Bay
90-96 Jonson StThe Roadhouse Byron Bay
142 Bangalow RdCombi Byron Bay
25 Fletcher StJaponaise Kitchen
25-27 Lawson StFishheads
1 Jonson StThree Blue Ducks in Byron
11 Ewingsdale RdThe Farm Byron Bay
11 Ewingsdale RdPizza Paradiso Restaurant & Bar
1 Clifford StSuffolk Park Bakery
2 Clifford StNo Bones
11 Fletcher StMain Street Burger Bar
18 Jonson StBeloporto Burger Bar
73-75 Jonson StShopping
Afends Store
6 Lawson StArnhem Clothing
19 Lawson StROWIE
1 Marvell StIsland Luxe Tribe
11 Marvell StYöli & Otis
97 Centennial CctBell & Ford
111 Jonson StUnplugged Byron Bay
2 Lawson StVinnies Byron Bay
2 Marvell StAuguste The Label
15-19 Fletcher StMimosa Byron Bay
1 Byron StCobblers at Byron
Lawson StreetThe Silver Lining
61 Burringbar StSole Bros
20 Brigantine StEntertainment & Activities
Byron Bay Ballooning
11 Ewingsdale RoadSundive Byron Bay
11 Middleton StByron Bay Transit Centre
80 Jonson StByron Bay Eco Cruises and Kayaks
1 Old Pacific HighwayCircus Arts Byron Bay
17 Centennial CctGo Sea Kayak at Byron Bay
56 Lawson StWhale Watching Byron Bay
9 Marvell StSkydive Byron Bay
Pacific HighwayByron Bay Train
Bayshore DriveByron Bay Dive Centre
9 Marvell StDrinks & Nightlife
Beach Hotel Resort, Byron Bay
1 Bay LnByron Bay Brewery
1 Skinners Shoot RdThe Northern
43 Jonson StWoody's Surf Shack
90-96 Jonson StThe Balcony Bar & Oyster Co.
3 Lawson StreetRailway Friendly Bar
86 Jonson StLovers Lane
Casa Luna
Essentials
SPAR SUFFOLK PARK
3 Clifford StWash House Laundromat
75 Marvell StALDI Byron Bay
Fletcher StreetWoolworths Byron Bay
106 Jonson StStone & Wood Brewery
100 Centennial Cct