Byron Bay is a beachside town located in the far-northeastern corner of the state of New South Wales, Australia.
- Baron bay has several beaches which are popular for surfing.
- it is a resort with both domestic and international tourists, including backpackers, who travel along the Australian coast, and the scenery attracts skydivers, tandem skydiving with Skydive the Beach Byron Bay.
- The area is also noted for its wildlife, with the whale watching industry a significant contributor to the local economy.
- An oceanway runs from the centre of town to the Cape Byron lighthouse.
- visitors are encouraged to use sustainable options for moving around town like walking and cycling.
- Temperate and tropical waters merge at Byron Bay, making it a popular area for scuba diving and snorkelling.
- Most diving is done at Julian Rocks which is part of the recently established Cape Byron Marine Park and only a few minutes boat ride from Main Beach.
- Byron Bay also lies close to subtropical rainforests, and areas such as the Nightcap National Park with the Minyon Falls are all within easy reach of the town.
- Byron Bay is now also a popular destination for Schoolies week during late November and early December.
