Lennox Head Beach
This crescent-shaped beach near Byron Bay delivers consistent waves and golden sand, making it ideal for intermediate surfers seeking reliable breaks without the crowds. Families appreciate the patrolled swimming areas and gentle sections, while snorkellers explore the rocky headland's vibrant marine life. The iconic Lennox Head lighthouse perched atop the dramatic headland creates a striking backdrop and marks one of Australia's most easterly points.
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Vanessa Marko
Another great coastal experience. Check out the indigenous history while you’re here. Plenty of QR codes, and tours! Recommend.
Dona Mallik
We were blessed with a serendipity - the beach was stunning at sunset. It looked like Dumbledore was churning fiendfire to repel inferis!
Ashleigh Short
Really nice beach. Very soft and clean sand. Plenty of room. Facilities like toilets and taps along the park line. Parking is a bit limited and it does seem a bit like park where you can make a spot. …
Peter Gelardi
Lake Ainsworth is brilliant for small children and also if you like swimming longer distances. You get used to the brown (but clear) water quickly and the bottom is lovely fine sand, not slimy like mo…
Diana Waines
A wide expanse of soft white sand with rolling surf breaks. Popular surfing spot with a surf life-saving club & seasonally patrolled. There's a pet friendly area of beach near Lake Ainsworth where you…
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