Byron Bay

Byron Bay, on the northern New South Wales coast, lies on the easternmost point of the Australian mainland, 800km (497 miles) north of Sydney and 170km (106 miles) south of Brisbane.

Cape Byron and its sentinel lighthouse jut into the Pacific Ocean where the Coral Sea meets the Tasman Sea. The town is part of a giant volcanic crater. Sheltered between the headlands are white, sandy beaches lapped by aquamarine water. Coastal rainforest and native bush extend inland from the coast to Mount Warning and the Border Ranges.
Beach
White sand beaches, many sheltered from strong southerly winds, nestle under Byron Bay's steep headlands. Pods of bottlenose dolphins and humpback whales can often be seen in the turquoise blue waters. Close to town, the beaches are patrolled by surf lifesavers in the summer, and invite sunbathers and swimmers into the clear waters. World-class surf beaches are also ideal for windsurfing, body-boarding and paragliding. Snorkellers can explore the offshore wrecks of the SS Wollongbar and the Tassie II. Fishermen's Lookout and Little Watego's Beach are the best fishing spots. Discover isolated coves, clothing optional and dog-friendly beaches a short distance from town. Hang-gliders launch from the cliffs above Tallow Beach. Dive boats take scuba-divers to Julian Rocks Marine Reserve, 2.5km (1.5 miles) offshore, to swim with a kaleidoscope of tropical fish and marine life. Or kayak with dolphins and whales in Byron Bay, then surf the waves back to shore. Take a beach fishing excursion and bring home your fresh catch for dinner.

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