Broken Head Nature Reserve
Broken Head
A headland about 10 minutes' drive south of Byron Bay, where coastal rainforest, hidden coves and a viewpoint come together.
The reserve contains coastal rainforest, a rare sight on Australia's shores. The Three Sisters track runs through the rainforest to a headland lookout overlooking Tallow Beach and Cape Byron. Small coves such as King's Beach and Kiwi Beach are reached by walking down to the base of the cliffs, and they remain pristine. On the north side of the headland is the Broken Head Holiday Park campground. This surf spot has fewer people and better scenery than Byron Bay. Entry is free, and there is no public transport, so you need to drive or cycle (about 12 km). The small coves have no lifeguards.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Tallow Beach & Arakwal National Park
- Lake Ainsworth
- Byron Bay Town Centre
- Main Beach, Byron Bay
- Clarkes Beach
- Lennox Head
- Cape Byron Lighthouse
- The Pass