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Natural Monuments

Cape Byron Lighthouse

Natural Monuments

Cape Byron Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Cape Byron Lighthouse

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This Highlight is in a protected area

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Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area

Location: Australia

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February 27, 2026

Cape Byron Lighthouse is a heritage-listed lighthouse built in 1901, standing on the headland at Australia’s easternmost point. The white concrete tower and surrounding keeper’s cottages are characteristic of the region’s coastal navigation history. It remains an active aid to navigation and is one of the most recognisable landmarks on the New South Wales coast.

April 12, 2023

Hiking

We went up to the lighthouse at 5am for the sunrise at 6am. Better to stay ok the street because of animals in the dark… we started at Backpackers Inn, so depending on where you are staying at, it might take longer.

Marcel Schaller

April 21, 2020

Hiking

Great lighthouse which can be reached on a well-developed walk.

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Elevation 150 m

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Location: Australia

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