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Byron Bay, Australia
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Cape Byron State Conservation Area is a state conservation area in Byron Bay, New South Wales. It's home to the easternmost point of the Australian mainland.
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A northerly lookout, up a climb off the nearby beach giving quite a 360° view. Parking available near the Pass Cafe and requires a five minute walk at max.
Australia's easternmost lighthouse on the mainland, built in 1901 and with a light intensity of 2,200,000 cd, it's also Australia's most powerful lighthouse. It is only 23 metres high, yet it still attracts more than 500,000 visitors per year.
As the name of the place suggests, it's the easternmost point of the Australian mainland. Quite a view from here, and gets particularly dramatic after dark.
Next to the visitor centre with a vast scenic background at the back, but this cafe only serves light refreshments. Has panoramic views over Byron Bay, Julian Rocks and Wollumbin National Park.
Cape Byron State Conservation Area is only a mere three minutes via car from Byron Bay, but is only accessible via car. From Byron Bay, use Lighthouse Rd up east and then you've arrived at the park.
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