Captain Cook lookout and picnic area

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Applies from Thu 19 Dec 2024, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Dec 2024, 2.01pm

Other planned events: Kings Beach – not clothing optional

Kings Beach in Broken Head Nature Reserve is a culturally significant place for local Aboriginal people and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. For decades, the beach has been a place for social connection, leisure, and at times grief - with the ashes of people lost to AIDS scattered there over the years.

Kings Beach continues to be a place for the LGBTQIA+ community to enjoy, however due to increased visitation and the shared nature of this beloved destination, Kings Beach is not a designated clothing optional area.

All visitors have the right to feel safe and enjoy the beach without harassment and NPWS Officers play an important role in conserving this protected habitat. Please comply with the Broken Head Reserve Plan of Management and respect each other’s right to enjoy the beach in peace and safety.

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Applies from Thu 7 Nov 2024, 4.14pm to Tue 24 Dec 2024, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Dec 2024, 1.10pm

Closed areas: North Head Road Temporary Closure Extended to 23/12/24 - Road Works

Closure extension to 23/12/24 due to prolonged wet weather - North Head Road within Brunswick Heads Nature Reserve is closed for road repair, drainage and maintenance works between Wednesday 27 November and Monday 23 December 2024 including during weekends due to prolonged wet weather and road conditions for vehicle safety and to preserve the road surface while works continue.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 66 708 600.

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in Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area in the North Coast region

Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area is open all hours, but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn is open 8am to sunset.
The Maritime Museum in the former Lighthouse Keeper’s office at the base of the lighthouse is open 10am to 4pm daily.
Opening before 8am for events or disabled access can be arranged by prior notice – contact NPWS Byron Bay office during business hours 02 6639 8300.

Park entry fees:

Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn and Information Centre: $10 per vehicle per hour/$4 per hour motorcycles. Maximum 1 hour per vehicle per calendar day, including all NPWS annual passholders.

Captain Cook lookout, Cosy Corner, and The Pass: $5 per vehicle/motorcycle per hour. Tap and pay card or phone payments accepted at pay machines. Cash and credit cards accepted at Walgun Cape Byron Information Centre.

Coach entry: $30 per coach up to 30 seats; $57 per coach 31 to 43 seats; $94 per coach 44 seats and over.

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