Broken Head Beach
The beautiful Broken Head Beach near Byron Bay with a 4.7 rating across 83 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Broken Head Beach sits just south of Byron Bay, in the beautiful Broken Head area of northern NSW. A strong 4.7 rating from 83 reviews reflects its standing as a genuine highlight.
The appeal is a gorgeous, more secluded beach — a stunning stretch of sand and surf backed by the Broken Head Nature Reserve, a genuine favourite for a swim, a surf, a stroll or simply soaking up the unspoilt coastal scenery near Byron Bay. It's a lovely, largely unspoilt spot.
Beaches have changing conditions, tides and seasonal facilities, so check current details and swim safely. Otherwise it's a free, beautiful spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring sun protection, water and your swimmers.
Practical details
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 81
- Popularity
- 58
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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