Main Beach - Byron Bay
- Byron Bay’s most popular beach
- Surf Life Saving Club
- Directly in front of the town
- Park, playground & eateries nearby
Beaches, Pools & Waterholes
Ballina Pool & Waterslide - Ballina
Open weekdays 6am-7pm | Saturday 8am-6pm | Sunday & Public Holidays 9am-5pm | Waterslide weekends & school holidays from 10/11am to 4pm
- WATERSLIDES RE-OPENING SATURDAY 26 SEPTEMBER – CLICK THROUGH FOR NEW COVID SESSION TIMES
- Located at Las Balsas Plaza, off River St, Ballina
- 2 Waterslides 2 heated pools and water splash area
- Olympic size pool (50m), covered learn-to-swim pool (25m)
- Click through to General Information for opening hours and prices
Belongil Beach - Byron Bay
- Open beach north of Main Beach car park up to Belongil Creek
- Partly dog friendly (see dog map)
- Partly clothes optional (northern end)
Clarkes Beach - Byron Bay
- Between Main Beach and The Pass
- Popular with families
- Safe swimming – sandbar & tidal pools
- Kayaking lessons here
- Sand-cruiser beach wheelchair free hire
- Clarkes Beach Café
The Pass - Byron Bay
- Surfing for all levels (usually crowded)
- Dive boats launch here
- Picturesque location
- Panoramic look out
- Shady picnic tables & barbecues
- The Pass Café
Wategos Beach - Byron Bay
- Surfing for all levels
- Most easterly beach in Australia
- Sheltered north facing
- Great spot for a family picnic
Cosy Corner, Tallow Beach - Byron Bay
- Secluded beach away from the crowds
- Great spot when the northerlies blow
- Popular beach break with local surfers
- Stunning views to Broken Head
Tallow Beach - Suffolk Park
- Patrolled in summer in front of the Suffolk Beachfront Holiday Park
- Partly dog friendly (see dog map)
- Good for beach fishing (see marine map)
- Playground, amenities block, picnic tables & barbecue at beachfront Gaggin Park
Broken Head Beach - Broken Head, Suffolk Park
- Protected beach
- Popular with families and locals
- Great place to surf but can get crowded
- Panoramic look out
- Great place for a family day out
Lennox Head Beach - Lennox Head
- Wide, sandy, open beach
- Popular with beach-goers surfers and fishermen alike
- Seasonally patrolled in front of Surf Life Saving Club
- Largest National Surfing Reserve in Australia
Lake Ainsworth - Lennox Head
*Red Alert as at 20 October 2020 – sampling has shown high blue green algae levels at the Lake*
CLICK HERE to check the most up-to-date info from Ballina Shire Council’s website.
- Natural dunal ti-tree lake
- Safe swimming & recreation area
- Great family spot for kids of all ages
- Across the road from 7 Mile Beach
Sharpes Beach - Ballina, Lennox Head
- Coast Rd runs behind the beach with car parks at northern & southern end
- Popular with both surfers and fishers alike
- Northern end seasonally patrolled (see lifeguard services guide)
- Dogs permitted on leash
The Serpentine - Ballina
- Located on the opposite side of the road to Shaws Bay just before North Creek joins the Richmond River
- UNPATROLLED gorgeous family friendly beach
- Free adjacent street parking plus handy stroller friendly walking/cycle ways
- Bring your kayak, SUP or fishing rod and make a day of it!
Shelly Beach - Ballina
- Wading pool built into the rocks
- Popular family beach
- Stroller-friendly path around the beach and headland
- Nearby cafe The Belle General serves tasty treats
Lighthouse Beach - Ballina
- 700m sandy beach stretches to North Wall
- Good access from car park
- Grassy reserve between the road & beach
- Popular surfing location – beware of rips and strong currents
- Stunning new beachfront surf club with cafe
Mullumbimby Petria Thomas Swimming Pool - Mullumbimby
Open 1 Sept 2015 - 30 April 2016. Open Monday to Friday 6am-6pm (7pm during daylight saving). Saturday, 7am-6pm, Sunday 8am-6pm Public Holidays 10am-5pm
- Located on Jubilee Avenue, Mullumbimby
- Open 1 September 2015 to 30 April 2016. Closed Christmas Day
- Olympic size pool (50m) & 2 smaller pools for little ones
- Inflatable Obstacle Course Fun between 11am to 2pm daily during school holidays! (weather permitting)
- Click through to General Information for admission prices
Torakina Beach - Brunswick Heads
- Nestled between the break walls at the mouth of Brunswick River
- Sheltered and practically swell-free
- Ideal swimming conditions for children
- Adjacent to Torakina Park with amenities & barbecues
Brunswick Heads Main Beach - Brunswick Heads
- Wide, flat sandy beach bordered by native vegetation
- Partially designated off-leash dog zone
- Brunswick break wall – a popular fishing spot
- Sand-cruiser beach wheelchair available at this location
