Australia
New South Wales
All levels
Point break
Surfing Byron Bay: Complete Guide
Byron Bay is Australia's most beloved surf town — a series of right-hand point breaks (The Pass, Wategos, Tallow) hugging Australia's easternmost cape. The vibe is barefoot, hippie-luxe, and unmistakably 'Byron'.
Wave type
Point break
Skill level
All levels
Best season
March – June
Swell
E – SE
Wind
Offshore SW
Water temp
20–26°C
Crowd
Heavy
Why surf Byron Bay?
Long, mellow points perfect for longboarding, vibrant arts/wellness scene, dolphins in the lineup.
Beginner-friendly?
Wategos and Main Beach are beginner-friendly; The Pass gets fiercely competitive.
Hazards & local knowledge
Crowded lineup at The Pass, occasional shark sightings.
Nearby towns
Lennox Head • Brunswick Heads • Gold Coast
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