Park & nature
Broken Head Nature Reserve
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Broken Head Nature Reserve is a protected area just south of Byron Bay, known for its pristine beaches like Kings Beach and Broken Head Beach, which are less crowded than the main town. The reserve features coastal rainforest and heathland, with walking tracks that wind through the vegetation and along the cliffs. Visitors can hike the 3.5-kilometer Broken Head Loop Track for stunning views of the ocean and headlands, or explore the rocky platforms at low tide. The area is also a habitat for seabirds and wallabies.
Don't miss
- Walk the Broken Head Loop Track for panoramic ocean and cliff views
- Swim or relax at the secluded Kings Beach, accessible via a short trail
- Spot seabirds and wallabies in the coastal rainforest and heathland
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Broken Head Nature Reserve
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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