Blinky Beach
A long sandy beach on the island's east coast, facing the Pacific Ocean. The waves are big, making it a spot for surfing and watching sunrises, with lifeguard facilities in place.
Blinky Beach is east of the airport. It is the longest sandy beach on the island facing the open ocean. The waves are much bigger than on the lagoon side, making it good for surfing and boogie boarding. Lifeguards patrol in summer. In the early morning, you can watch the Pacific sunrise here, and at the northern end of the beach, rocks host seabird colonies. Currents and undertows are strong, so swim only in designated areas. It is about a 10-minute bike ride from the settlement, and nearby is the trailhead for Mutton Bird Point.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Intermediate Hill Lookout
- Mutton Bird Point
- Erscott's Hole
- Lord Howe Island Museum
- Lord Howe Lagoon
- Goat House Cave
- Mount Lidgbird
- Ned's Beach