Cape Byron Lighthouse
Cape Byron Light
A white lighthouse completed in 1901 on the easternmost headland of mainland Australia. It overlooks the Pacific Ocean and the whole of Byron Bay, and it is the town's landmark.
The lighthouse stands about 22 metres tall. It was first lit in 1901, and it is one of the most powerful lights in Australia. It sits within the Cape Byron State Conservation Area. From the platform in front of the lighthouse you can see the main beach, Julian Rocks and the inland mountains. Humpback whales are often spotted spouting between June and November. The grounds have a visitor centre and a café, and on some days there are guided tours to the top of the tower (paid). The walking track is open all day. The road to the car park opens around 8:00 until sunset, and parking is charged by the hour and spaces are limited. It is better to walk up from town along the coastal track, which takes about 40 minutes.
Opening hours
Reserve approx. 08:00 to sunset (trails open all day)
Nearby sights
- Cape Byron Walking Track
- Most Easterly Point of Mainland Australia
- Wategos Beach
- The Pass
- Clarkes Beach
- Main Beach, Byron Bay
- Byron Bay Town Centre
- Julian Rocks (Nguthungulli)