Best Parks in Byron Bay
Looking for the best parks in Byron Bay? We've gathered 13 standout spots in this corner of Byron Bay, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Byron Bay has its own character, and the parks here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
Green space is part of the Byron Bay lifestyle — parks and gardens for picnics, playgrounds, a morning run or a lazy afternoon under a tree. Many are free and family-friendly, with barbecues and shade.
13 spots in Byron Bay
Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area
Hiking, surfing & dining around Australia's most easterly point, home to Cape Byron Lighthouse.
Broken Head Nature Reserve
240-acre protected preserve featuring littoral rainforest, beachfront fishing & whale sightings.
Arakwal National Park
Scenic area known for a sandy beach that's popular for wildlife viewing, swimming & fishing.
Brunswick Heads Main Beach
Brunswick Heads Main Beach is a park in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 517 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
Apex Park
Shorefront, tree-shaded green space with a playground, parking & picnic benches.
Dening Park
This narrow green space hosts the Byron Beachside Market & the Byron Lighthouse Run.
Tyagarah Nature Reserve
Tyagarah Nature Reserve is a park in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 131 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Clarks Beach Park
Clarks Beach Park is a park in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 370 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Nguthungulli Julian Rocks Nature Reserve
Nguthungulli Julian Rocks Nature Reserve is a park in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 38 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Piccabeen Park
Piccabeen Park is a park in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 77 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Gaggin Park
Gaggin Park is a park in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 73 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve
Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve is a park in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 39 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 52/100.
Butler Street Reserve
Butler Street Reserve is a park in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 15 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 49/100.
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Parks in Byron Bay — FAQs
What are the best parks in Byron Bay?+
The parks in Byron Bay listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many parks are there in Byron Bay?+
We currently feature 13 parks in Byron Bay, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Byron Bay in Byron Bay?+
Byron Bay is one of Byron Bay's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.