Wategos Beach

Wategos Beach is one of the most peaceful and beautiful spots in Byron Bay. It’s a sheltered beach where the waves feel close and gentle, giving it a more intimate and quiet feel compared to the busy main beach. The only downside is parking; it’s limited and can be especially challenging on weekends. If you’re up for a little adventure, you can park in town and either ride your bike (around 10 minutes) or walk (up to 35 minutes). It’s a lovely way to get there and definitely takes the stress out of trying to find a park. There are free beachside gas BBQs, picnic tables, nearby cafés, and a public restroom, which makes it such a great spot to spend a slow, relaxing day. Another highlight is the walking path that leads up to the Captain Cook Lookout. There are lots of stairs, and some parts feel a little steep, but the views are absolutely stunning. I found it to be a moderate and very enjoyable walk. Just keep in mind that the path isn’t wheelchair accessible. A must-visit if you’re in Byron; peaceful, scenic, and perfect for a beautiful beach day.

Lovely spot! Wasn't too busy when we were here. Great setup for a quick bbq and swim. It has a beautiful scenic walk to the light tower, which is perfect during whale watching season!

Outstanding beach. Smaller waves that others but a great location for beginners. Small beach area compared to other beaches but still plenty of room to lay down in the sun. The area has showers and BBQ set up near the bathrooms.

Beautiful beach here. But it gets really busy here on the holidays. Not many parking spaces here and it will cost you $5 an hour. Get here early for a good spot on the beach. There is a walking path leading up to the lighthouse but it isn't wheelchair friendly. There are toilets close by as well as a cafe. Highly recommend going to have a look 🙂.

I really like this beach. It's not very big, but it's beautiful. I love walking along the beach during low tide and seeing the rocks that appear. The available restrooms and BBQ area are very convenient. Parking can be challenging, so I recommend coming by bike. Another perk is the short distance to the lighthouse, making the beach even more appealing. Definitely one of my favorite beaches in Byron Bay! Be careful with your belongings when you go swimming. There are many turkeys that love to open bags to find food.

Although publicly accessible, Its like a private beach. Let's maintain the sanity and not make it like a public beach. It will ruin the peace of locals. I visited as it was highly rated but next time will avoid

Most stunning and beautiful beach in whole Byron🩵(and probably world) Good longboard waves🏄🏼‍♀️

A quiet not so busy beach. Big enough for surfers to dominate the waves areas, kids and families to enjoy another. Super clean beach, gorgeous nearly white sands and has lifeguard duty near the beach restaurant.