Wategos Park picnic area
Day useOfficial dataNSWByronUpdated 28 May 2026

Wategos Park picnic area

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Located just north west of Walgun Cape Byron and the lighthouse, Wategos Beach is one of Byron’s best places to picnic, paddle and play.

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Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area
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CampingUnknown50%BookingUnknown50%ShowersAvailable100%Hot waterUnknown50%WaterAvailable100%BBQAvailable100%TablesAvailable100%ShelterAvailable100%PowerUnknown50%FireAllowed100%

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Visitor facilities: Amenities Toilets There are accessible flush toilets at the picnic area, including a change facility for parents and carers. The toilets are located along a paved pathway from Marine Parade. Flush toilets Showers Cold showers Picnic tables Barbecue facilities Gas/electric barbecues (free) Carpark Drinking water Step-free access Wategos Beach is mostly flat and step-free. Concrete Marine Parade runs along the beach and there's a paved pathway from Marine Parade that goes past the picnic tables and to the toilets. There's also a paved path to reach the beach, but it has 13 concrete steps. Step-free outdoor pathways Seats and resting points There are bench seats along Marine Parade. | Prohibited: Drones Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy . This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules . Commercial filming and photography Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office . 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 .

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BeachAvailable100%FishingUnknown50%SwimmingUnknown50%WalksUnknown50%PlayAvailable100%PetsNot allowed100%

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