Best Beaches in Byron Bay
Here are 12 of the best beaches in Byron Bay, one of Byron Bay's most loved neighbourhoods. Each is ranked by our Spot Score, so the strongest picks rise to the top. Sort and filter to find exactly what you're after — then check the map to see what's nearby.
12 spots in Byron Bay
The Pass
Surf breaks, dolphin or whale sightings & sunset strolls on a beach overlooked by a lighthouse.
Byron Beach
Byron Beach is a beach in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 310 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Tallow Beach
This expansive sandy beach in Arakwal National Park is a popular spot for swimming & birdwatching.
Wategos Beach
Picturesque, sheltered sandy beach popular for surfing, swimming, paddle boarding & picnicking.
Main Beach
Long sandy beach popular for swimming & surfing, with bars, restaurants & hotels nearby.
Torakina Beach
Torakina Beach is a beach in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 307 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 56/100.
Belongil Beach
Tranquil 2.5-km. beach with lifeguards on select dates & a clothing-optional area at the north end.
Clarkes Beach
Sweeping, wide sandy beach known for surfing lessons & humpback whale sightings.
Broken Head Beach
Secluded sandy beach with parking, active waves for surfing & views of the headlands.
Whites Beach
A short downhill hike leads to this secluded, white-sand beach by a cliff with sea caves.
North Belongil Beach
North Belongil Beach is a beach in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 16 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Little Wategos Beach
This modest, 140-m. public beach along Byron Bay offers fishing, swimming, large rocks & more.