Constructed of prefabricated concrete blocks in 1901, the Cape Byron Lighthouse stands on the most easterly point of the Australian mainland and is Australia's most easterly lighthouse. It is also Australia's most powerful Lighthouse.
Byron Bay Lighthouse on Cape Byron,
Byron Bay NSW Australia.
Australia's Most Easterly Point.
Byron's Iconic Lighthouse.
Byron Bay Lighthouse
Cape Byron and Byron Bay Lighthouse
Byron Bay Lighthouse and Cottages
Cape Byron is the most easterly point of the Australian mainland, and forms part of Bundjalung Aboriginal country, which covers roughly the area from Tweed Heads in the north to Grafton in the south, and west to Tabulam and Baryulgil. When people think of Byron Bay our gorgeous Lighthouse immediately comes to mind..
Cape Byron lighthouse was built in 1901 and for a century alerted passing ships to the dangers of the coast. Standing sentinel atop the 94 metre cliff at mainland Australia's most easterly point, the lighthouse is a must-see for all visitors to Byron Bay. Whatever the weather, you'll be sure of seeing not only stunning views, but most likely dolphins and turtles, whales in season, and maybe the pretty wallabies that now inhabit the Cape.
Take an early-morning walk to see the sun come up over the Pacific, and watch the pink glow on the lighthouse turn to stark white in the morning sun. Be one of the first people in Australia to see the sun on any given day. Or amble up at dusk and watch the sun disappear over the mountains, darkening Mt Warning on its way west.
Tours of the Cape Byron lighthouse are available. Phone (02) 6685 5955 for bookings and enquiries.
To enquire about NPWS Holiday Accommodation in the Lighthouse Keepers Cottages or the Beach Cottages, please call the Professionals on 02 6685 6552.
Byron Bay Lighthouse
Park opening hours:
The lighthouse precinct is open between 8.00am and sunset.
Vehicle entry fees entry fees are as follows:
Cape Byron Lighthouse: $7 per vehicle per day. $3 per day for motorbikes
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