Best Lookouts in Byron Bay (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 11 of the best lookouts in Byron Bay right now, whether you're after a lazy weekend, a day with the kids or somewhere new to explore. We rank each one by our Spot Score and keep the list fresh, so you're always seeing what's actually worth your time.
For the best views over Byron Bay, head up. These lookouts reward you with sweeping cityscapes, coastline or hills — often at their finest at sunrise or sunset.
11 spots
Minyon Falls Lookout
Scenic stop overlooking Minyon Falls & the rainforest, also offering walking paths & picnic areas.
Ballina Head Lookout
Ballina Head Lookout is a lookout in Lennox Head, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 541 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
St Helena lookout
St Helena lookout is a lookout in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 366 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Shelly Beach
Shelly Beach is a beach in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 35 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Lions Lookout , Devines Hill
Lions Lookout , Devines Hill is a lookout in Ocean Shores, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 67 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 49/100.
Eric Wright Lookout
Eric Wright Lookout is a lookout in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 8 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 46/100.
Scarrabelotti's Lookout Tower
Scarrabelotti's Lookout Tower is a lookout in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 63 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 45/100.
Byron Bay Beach Seawall
Byron Bay Beach Seawall is a lookout in Ocean Shores, Byron Bay. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 8 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 43/100.
Lookout - Arakwal National Park
Lookout - Arakwal National Park is a lookout in Ewingsdale, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 8 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 42/100.
Peter Pyle Lookout
Peter Pyle Lookout is a lookout in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 11 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 42/100.
Lions Park Lookout
Lions Park Lookout is a lookout in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 5 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 39/100.
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Read guide →Lookouts in Byron Bay — FAQs
What are the best lookouts in Byron Bay?+
Our top-rated lookouts in Byron Bay are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Byron Bay lookouts ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter lookouts by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many lookouts are listed in Byron Bay?+
We currently feature 11 lookouts across Byron Bay and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.