Tucked away in the far north-eastern corner of NSW and bordered by the headland of Cape Byron, the most easterly point of mainland Australia, is the charming holiday town of Byron Bay.
The beachside town's roots were in logging and then fishing (although the port was never the safest haven for boats) and then there was a period of dairy production and then meat and whale meat production. The decline of the post war years was halted by the discovery of the town's wonderful beach and break facilities in the 60s, and when in the 1970s the hippies and beach beatniks arrived, Byron Bay was put firmly on the map as one of the premier beach destinations in NSW.
Today eco-tourism is at the forefront of Byron Bay tourism as the town is frequented by surfers, hang gliders and international visitors, and is one of the favourite destinations for 'Schoolies Week'. It has never quite shrugged off its hippy tag and there's still a whiff of 'New Age' in the air - yoga retreats, art retreats, music festivals, writers and film festivals, and pagan gatherings all add to the unique chic style of Byron Bay.
Byron Bay was named by Captain Cook after John Byron, a circumnavigator and the grandfather of the infamous poet Lord Byron, and as the town grew, the streets were named after other English eminent poets, writers and philosophers.
Main beach - You couldn't wish for anything more: A gorgeous stretch of soft white sand, crystal clear waters with excellent rolling breaks for surfing and wonderful views out to sea and back to distant mountains. Swimming is perfectly safe between the flags and the beach is patrolled by the surf club in the summer. Other equally wonderful beaches nestle under the skirts of Cape Byron.
Cape Byron - As if the beaches aren't enough, there's stunning Cape Byron too. The headland reserve features spectacular sea cliffs, lush rare vegetation, and wonderful views. There's a system of walking tracks, and the cape is dominated by the lighthouse and cottages which are National Heritage listed. It's an easy walk along the oceanway from the town to the headland.
Whale watching - The cape is on the annual migratory path of various whales and with the waters around the headland being designated as a marine park, many whale watchers come to the town to catch sight of these magnificent creatures, especially the schools of humpbacks.
Water Sports - The waters of Cape Byron and the marine park aren't just liked by whales and surfers. Tropical and temperate waters merge here promoting a healthy marine life and make it popular with snorkelers and scuba divers. The most popular location is Julian Rocks which can be reached with a short boat ride from the Main Beach.
Other sports - The scenery and climate has helped Byron Bay sports tourism no end. As well as the water-based activities, there's an annual triathlon in May, and the wonderful thermals make it a major destination for hang gliding. Walkers, hikers and cyclists are well served in and around the town, on the foreshore and the headlands, but the town is also within easy reach of Nightcap National Park where more trails are available, including the route to Minyon Falls.
Fishheads - Being on the coast, seafood is naturally going to feature heavily on the menus of eateries in Byron Bay. If there is one icon of seafood cuisine it is Fishheads which is located in the 1950s-built Bathers Pavilion right on the Main Beach. No visit to the town should be complete without a meal at Fishheads.
Out and about - The Byron Bay hinterland has tons of attractions, places to visit and things to see and do. Much of the region is beautiful national park or designated conservation area, with significant sub tropical forests and important flora and fauna. Gardens, heritage centres, historical towns and villages, 'arty' communities, well-being retreats, markets, and of course the beaches, offer the visitor an endless package of things to pack out an itinerary.
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