Palm Valley lawn
Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area
Overview
If you’re after an outdoor wedding venue that ticks all the boxes, look no further than Palm Valley lawn. Adjacent to the iconic Pass Beach and surrounded by lush coastal rainforest, this secluded location in Byron Bay will feel like your own private hideaway.
- Venue is suitable for
- Wedding ceremonies
- Capacity
- Maximum people: 100
- Facilities
- Picnic tables, barbecue facilities, cafe/kiosk, carpark, toilets
- Fees
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Venue hire fees may apply. For more information contact the Byron Bay area office.
- Entry fees
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A vehicle entry fee of $4 per vehicle/motorcycle per hour applies to Captain Cook lookout, Cosy Corner, and The Pass. There are pay and display machines that accept cash and credit cards.
- Availability
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Available for hire 7 days a week.
Venue not available for exclusive hire - Bookings
- Bookings required. To make a booking or for more information, contact the Byron Bay area office.
Palm Valley lawn is a charming palm enclosure on the far north coast of NSW. This dreamy location showcases all that Byron Bay is renowned for—magnificent beaches, beautiful views, a temperate climate and relaxed atmosphere. It’s no wonder Byron Bay is one of Australia’s most popular wedding locations.
Celebrate your special day on the lawn, shaded by the surrounding lush bangalow palm rainforest. Take in all this magical seaside spot has to offer, as you exchange vows to the sound of ocean waves rolling in on the sand and the smell of the sea.
Just a stone’s throw away, the turquoise Pass Beach provides the perfect canvas for photos after the ceremony. There’s also magnificent whale watching opportunities during whale season.
This idyllic location is a terrific base for exploring the stunning Walgun Cape Byron precinct. Currenbah walking track will take you through lush coastal rainforest, with plenty of birdwatching opportunities along the way. A longer walk will lead you up over the hill to Wategos Beach, and all the way to Cape Byron Lighthouse.
If you and your guests are eager to explore some more, why not stay inside the national park? Choose from the award-wining Mildenhall Cottage or Partridge Cottage and Geoffs Shed that sit right on the beach. If you prefer, enjoy a stay at the heritage-listed Assistant Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages and treat yourself to panoramic views of the dramatic coastline.
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Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/venues/palm-valley-lawn/local-alerts
Park info
- 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.
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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.
Buy annual pass.
Venue info
All the practical information you need to know about Palm Valley lawn.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
From Byron Bay town centre:
- Take Lawson Street toward Cape Byron Lighthouse, then follow Lighthouse Road.
- Turn left at Brooke Drive
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available in 2 bitumen carparks at The Pass, near The Pass Café. The carparks include 4 accessible parking spaces.
A 4-vehicle maximum applies and parking spaces are not guaranteed.
Facilities
All rubbish must be taken with you when you leave. Please leave the area clean and tidy. If significant cleaning is required there may be a fee.
Toilets
The nearest toilets are at The Pass. They are accessible flush toilets.
- Flush toilets
Picnic tables
There is 1 picnic table available at this venue.
Barbecue facilities
Cafe/kiosk
Carpark
Step-free access
Palm Valley lawn is step-free. To get around most of this venue, you'll need to cross over flat grass.
At the nearby picnic area there are some pathways:
- A short asphalt pathway leads from the carpark to the large picnic shelter.
- A bitumen walking track, Palm Valley Currenbah track, goes around the picnic area and past some of the picnic tables.
Seats and resting points
There are 2 bench seats with backrests in the northern part of Palm Valley picnic area, near the start of Palm Valley Currenbah track.
Maps and downloads
Fees and passes
Captain Cook lookout, Cosy Corner, and The Pass are $4 per vehicle/motorcycle per hour. There are pay and display machines that accept cash and credit cards.
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
- Palm Valley lawn is flat and step-free.
- You'll need to cross over grass to get around most of this venue, but there are some paths at nearby Palm Valley picnic area.
- There are accessible picnic tables and shelters at the picnic area and accessible toilets set along a paved footpath at The Pass.
- The nearest carparks, at The Pass, have 4 accessible parking spaces.
Permitted
Food and drink
- You may provide a celebratory glass of champagne to guests for the purpose of a toast. Maximum 1 bottle for every 4 guests.
- This will need to be included in the special conditions of the application.
Plant materials
- Flower arrangements containing no seed material. A florist can arrange this for you on request.
- Silk and artificial floral arrangements are preferred
Structures, staging, furniture and amusements
- 1 small table, maximum 1.2m2
- Up to 24 chairs with rail style legs
- Weighted free-standing decorative items such as small bridal arches or small columns are permitted. Arches and columns must be no larger than 1.8m high and 1.2m long.
Commercial filming and photography
- Photography is included in the booking fee for this location
- If the photographer is at another location on your booked date, a booking will need to be made for that location.
- Commercial photography and video may be permitted on application. You’ll need to obtain a small-scale photographer and wedding filming license.
Power, lighting and amplified sounds
- 1 single speaker music player
- Non-amplified music like string duo, trio or quartet.
- Volume must be kept at a level that does not interfere with neighbours or the public
Prohibited
Commercial catering is not permitted.
Balloons, plant materials and animals are not permitted, including:
- Flower arrangements or decorations that contain seeds, vines or exotic plant materials
- Throwing rice, streamers, confetti or petals
- Horse-drawn carriages
- Candles or open flames
Amplifiers and public address systems are not permitted.
Tents, marquees and banners are not permitted. Please do not put up signage or cordon off structures or areas at Palm Valley lawn.
Generators
Horses
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Visitor centre
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Walgun Cape Byron Information Centre
199 Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481 - 9.30am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day
- 02 6639 8300