Map of Byron Bay – Beaches, CBD, Lighthouse & Coastal Region Guide

This map of Byron Bay provides a detailed overview of one of Australia’s best-known coastal towns, including beaches, the town centre, nearby suburbs, transport routes and surrounding Northern Rivers region.

Byron Bay is known for surf beaches, tourism, Cape Byron Lighthouse, coastal scenery, hinterland access and its relaxed lifestyle. Key areas include the town centre, Main Beach, Belongil Beach, Clarkes Beach, The Pass, Wategos Beach, Tallow Beach, Suffolk Park, Ewingsdale and nearby hinterland districts.

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Byron Bay is located on the far north coast of New South Wales in Australia’s Northern Rivers region. Major areas include the town centre, Main Beach, Belongil, Clarkes Beach, Wategos Beach, Suffolk Park and nearby coastal and hinterland communities.

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Where Is Byron Bay Located?

Byron Bay is located on the far north coast of New South Wales in Australia’s Northern Rivers region. It sits near the Queensland border along the Pacific coastline and is one of the region’s most recognisable visitor destinations.

  • North: Brunswick Heads, Tweed Coast, Gold Coast and Queensland direction
  • South: Broken Head, Lennox Head, Ballina and mid north coast direction
  • East: Pacific Ocean, Cape Byron and easternmost point of mainland Australia
  • West: Ewingsdale, Bangalow, Mullumbimby and rural Northern Rivers districts

Main Areas and Beaches of Byron Bay

  • Byron Bay Town Centre — shops, dining, accommodation, tourism and visitor services
  • Main Beach — central beach near the CBD, foreshore and surf club
  • Belongil Beach — northern beach and residential area
  • Clarkes Beach — popular beach near Cape Byron walking tracks
  • The Pass — well-known surf area and coastal lookout
  • Wategos Beach — scenic beach below the lighthouse area
  • Tallow Beach — long ocean beach south of the Cape Byron headland
  • Suffolk Park — southern residential and beachside suburb
  • Ewingsdale — hinterland and rural residential district west of town
  • Arts and industrial estate area — commercial, creative and service precinct west of the town centre

Key Landmarks and Visitor Areas

  • Cape Byron Lighthouse — iconic landmark and major lookout above the coast
  • Cape Byron — mainland Australia’s easternmost point
  • Byron Bay Foreshore — central beach, parkland and visitor area near Main Beach
  • The Pass Lookout — popular surf and coastal viewing area
  • Arakwal National Park — coastal national park near Tallow Beach and Cape Byron
  • Byron Bay Markets — local market experience connected with arts, food and community culture
  • Jonson Street — main town centre street with shops, cafés and services
  • Byron Bay Railway Station precinct — central reference point near the CBD
  • Broken Head — coastal area south of Byron Bay known for beaches and nature reserves
  • Bangalow — hinterland town often visited from Byron Bay

How Byron Bay Is Laid Out

  • Compact coastal town centre — concentrated around Jonson Street, Lawson Street, Bay Street and Main Beach
  • Beachfront districts — activity areas follow the coastline from Belongil to Main Beach, Clarkes Beach and Wategos
  • Cape Byron headland — elevated eastern area containing the lighthouse, lookouts and walking tracks
  • Southern residential corridor — extends toward Tallow Beach, Broken Head and Suffolk Park
  • Western access corridor — Ewingsdale Road links Byron Bay with the Pacific Motorway and hinterland towns
  • Hinterland connections — roads link Byron Bay with Bangalow, Mullumbimby, Federal and other Northern Rivers communities

Key Geographic Features

  • Cape Byron — mainland Australia’s easternmost point
  • Pacific Ocean coastline — defines the town’s eastern edge
  • Byron Bay beaches — major surf, swimming and tourism areas
  • Cape Byron headland — landmark coastal landform with lighthouse views
  • Tallow Creek and Belongil Creek — local waterways near coastal and residential areas
  • Northern Rivers hinterland — rainforest, farmland, villages and rolling hill landscapes inland
  • Coastal headlands — shape the bay, surf breaks and nearby beaches

Byron Bay Transport and Road Map Overview

  • Ewingsdale Road — primary road access into Byron Bay from the Pacific Motorway
  • Pacific Motorway direction — major route linking Byron Bay with Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Ballina and Sydney corridors
  • Jonson Street — central street through the town centre
  • Bangalow Road — important route toward Bangalow and hinterland areas
  • Broken Head Road — connects Byron Bay with Suffolk Park, Broken Head and southern coastal areas
  • Ballina Byron Gateway Airport direction — nearest major airport south of Byron Bay
  • Regional coastal roads — connect Byron Bay with Brunswick Heads, Lennox Head, Ballina and nearby towns

Why People Search for a Map of Byron Bay

  • To locate Byron Bay on the NSW north coast and Northern Rivers region
  • To explore beaches, surf areas and coastal attractions
  • To find Main Beach, Wategos Beach, The Pass, Belongil Beach and Suffolk Park
  • To understand the location of Cape Byron Lighthouse and walking tracks
  • To plan road access from the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Ballina and nearby towns
  • To compare beach areas, town centre accommodation and hinterland day-trip routes

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Byron Bay Map FAQs

  • Where is Byron Bay located?
    Byron Bay is located on the far north coast of New South Wales in Australia’s Northern Rivers region.
  • What is Byron Bay known for?
    Byron Bay is known for beaches, surfing, tourism, Cape Byron Lighthouse, Cape Byron headland, coastal scenery and hinterland access.
  • What are the main areas of Byron Bay?
    Main areas include the town centre, Main Beach, Belongil Beach, Clarkes Beach, The Pass, Wategos Beach, Suffolk Park and Ewingsdale.
  • Is Byron Bay coastal?
    Yes, Byron Bay is directly on the Pacific coastline and is one of Australia’s best-known coastal towns.
  • What is the most famous landmark in Byron Bay?
    Cape Byron Lighthouse is the most famous landmark and sits near the easternmost point of mainland Australia.

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