Best Beach in Lismore City Council

"Located south of Cape Byron in Arakwal National Park, Tallow Beach is a very long stretch of sand that connects with Broken Head further south. Lighthouse Road, which leads to the Byron Bay Lighthouse, provides excellent views of Tallow Beach. The northern tip of this beach, also known as the Cosy Corner, is another popular surfing hot spot with surf breaks that are protected from the northerly winds."

"Running from Cape Byron to Broken Head, Tallow Beach is a picturesque ocean beach known for its clean surf breaks. Fringed by Arakawal National Park, Tallow Beach is popular with swimmers, surfers and body boarders. Walkers, sunbathers and beachcombers are also drawn to Tallow and dot the long sandy foreshore."

"Tallow Beach spans all the way from Cosy Corner to the beginning of Suffolk Park. It offers both right and left hand waves depending on the swell direction. Tip: Cosy Corner is one of the few breaks protected from the dreaded northerlies."

"Often overlooked by tourists, Belongil Beach is a 2.5km stretch of sand between the mouth of Belongil Creek in the west and the seawall and Byron Bay car park further east. It’s a much quieter alternative to Byron Bay’s Main Beach (see below), which makes Belongil Beach suitable for families, and also dog owners. In 1921, a 2K ton passenger steamship named Wollongbar stranded in the surf right in front of Belongil Beach."

"Belongil Beach is the first northerly beach and is about a one km walk north of Main Beach, it is a consistent beach good for all levels of surfing ability. It works best on a south easterly swell with an off-shore southerly or south westerly wind. It’s a quieter beach than some others which is good for beginners when the waves are small."

"Northwest of the town centre, wild Belongil Beach has high dunes and avoids the worst of the crowds. It's clothing-optional in parts. At its eastern end is the Wreck, a powerful right-hand surf break."

"Further around the bay towards the east, Byron Bay’s Main Beach flows into Clarkes Beach, a quiet north-facing strip of sand with beachfront parking, great facilities and a large caravan park. Clarkes Beach is great for swimming as the waves are relatively small, but big enough to make them suitable for learn-to-surf programs that are often organised there. It’s also a popular snorkeling spot, with some rocky areas close to the shore to discover."

"An eastern, and often unexpectedly serene, extension of busy Main Beach. Byron's most popular surf break is at the Pass, where Clarkes Beach meets the Eastern Headland."

"At Manna Place Café Restaurant in Byron Bay, they take satisfaction in offering you with delightful and also healthy and balanced vegetarian food made from fresh and also regional fruit and vegetables. Their detailed ‘obtain and go’ vegan food selection makes sure to please with a series of fresh salads, delicious keys, mouth watering treats and also trembles. Most items on their menu are vegan, and they also have a large series of gluten-free options available."

"Byron Town Centre – Opp Woolworths, 97 Jonson Street, Byron Bay. Manna Haven is an incredible healthy vegetarian and vegan cafe ran by the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. We went there for lunch and I had the Fresh Bowl – an oven baked garlic tortilla bowl filled with zestabouli quinoa salad, hummus, sriracha sauce and moist falafels, topped with tatziki."

"Fishheads is the type of restaurant where you can get high quality meals and great service – two things that make this a firm favourite with the locals. Even though they might be a bit pricey, eating here is definitely worth it. When it comes to choices this Byron Bay seafood restaurant is a winner, they have something for everyone, even the fussiest of eaters!"

"Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Fishheads serves up some of the freshest seafood in town. Take a seat on their laid-back, beachfront deck or grab your fish and chips to-go and enjoy on the sand. Either way, you’re in for a real treat."

"Holidays are for hours in the ocean followed by lazy lunch dates. At Beach Byron Bay you can literally walk over the sand dunes into this iconic location that boasts uninterrupted water views all the way out to Julian Rocks. Think Burrata with locally-sourced tomatoes and garlic crumbs and you’re getting the gist of things."

"Beach Byron Bay offers spectacular al fresco dining with a near unbeatable beachside backdrop. Forget eye contact – gaze out on Byron’s Julian Rocks, Clarkes Beach, and The Pass. The fine-dining menu reflects the coastal landscape."

"5 min walk from The Beach Hotel – Clarkes beach, lawson street, Byron Bay. Byron Bay Beach Cafe is the only cafe in Byron that is right on the beach. It has an awesome view (pic doesn’t do it justice!)."