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Cape Byron Lighthouse – Wategos Beach loop from Byron Bay

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Cape Byron Lighthouse – Wategos Beach loop from Byron Bay

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Cape Byron Lighthouse – Wategos Beach loop from Byron Bay

00:54

7.70km

100m

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

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2.74 km

Cape Byron State Conservation Area

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Cape Byron State Conservation Area covers the headland just east of Byron Bay, protecting a mix of coastal rainforest, open grassland, and exposed cliffs along Australia’s easternmost point. The area …

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Cape Byron

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Cape Byron is the easternmost headland on mainland Australia and a standout section of the Cape Byron Walking Track Circuit. From here, there are sweeping views across coastal cliffs and …

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Cape Byron Lookout

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This lookout sits along the Cape Byron headland, with wide views over the coastline and open ocean from Australia’s easternmost point. From here, you’re looking out across steep cliffs and …

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Cape Byron Lighthouse

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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 …

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4.34 km

Most easterly point of the Australian mainland

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Marked along the headland, this is the most easterly point of mainland Australia. From here, you’re looking straight out across the Pacific, with uninterrupted ocean stretching to the horizon.

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4.76 km

Wategos Beach

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Nice bay for surfing or walking on the beach.

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7.70 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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4.20 km

2.96 km

310 m

221 m

Surfaces

4.13 km

2.91 km

233 m

221 m

201 m

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Cape Byron Lighthouse – Wategos Beach loop from Byron Bay

Cape Byron State Conservation Area

Cape Byron

Cape Byron Lookout

Cape Byron Lighthouse

Most easterly point of the Australian mainland

Wategos Beach

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