Wategos Beach
Wategos Beach
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Eyes of Jane
Lisbon, Portugal48 contributions
Mar 2020
This was one of my favourite beaches in Byron Bay! The day we went it was a bit gloomy so the beach was pretty empty, however it was good enough for us to sun bathe for a few hours.
We went snorkeling and saw a couple of sting rays and some really interesting fish, so if you're into sea life I would recommend taking a dive.
The beach is also beautiful - the sand is so clear and clean, the water has a wonderful blue tone and the beach looks framed by all the palm trees. Definitely recommend the visit.
We went snorkeling and saw a couple of sting rays and some really interesting fish, so if you're into sea life I would recommend taking a dive.
The beach is also beautiful - the sand is so clear and clean, the water has a wonderful blue tone and the beach looks framed by all the palm trees. Definitely recommend the visit.
Written March 17, 2020
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Kelli M
Sunshine Coast, Australia1,188 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
Lovely little beach that feels safe and secluded. Very popular spot and you can see why when you’re here. We visited on a Friday to avoid the weekend crowds and paid for parking so we got a spot right in front of the main beach access. Also a beautiful drive down to the beach
Written November 1, 2022
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Pandy D
Sydney, Australia1,560 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
Wategos Beach, Byron Bay
Between Clarkes Beach and Cape Byron Lighthouse is Wategos Beach. Nice and small with lovely accommodation in the surrounding area. For fine-dining or just something in the terrace you have Raes on Wategos (they are a luxe hotel, very European). They even have a food van at the front if you prefer to eat on the beach.
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Between Clarkes Beach and Cape Byron Lighthouse is Wategos Beach. Nice and small with lovely accommodation in the surrounding area. For fine-dining or just something in the terrace you have Raes on Wategos (they are a luxe hotel, very European). They even have a food van at the front if you prefer to eat on the beach.
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Written January 24, 2022
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Leslie L
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1,546 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Beautiful beach with fine, white sand and blue waters. There is parking in the road for a fee: AUD 4 per hour. Maximum parking 4 hours. We visited Wategos Beach after lunch on 27 January, 1 day after Australia Day. The beach was not very crowded being a working day. The view was superb.
Written January 28, 2020
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Tania d
Melbourne671 contributions
Nov 2020
Lovely walking to the Lighthouse watching dolphins and whales and then going for a swim at Watego's Beach. The water is very clear and the waves are gentle enough to feel very safe. It's a lovely wide sandy beach. Then walk back to Byron along the wonderful walking path.
Written November 15, 2020
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mo71ey
194 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
This was by far my favourite beach in Byron. I would imagine later in the day during busy periods parking could be a challenge here but we had no issues. It really didn’t feel that busy at all. Beautiful water, peaceful and relaxing
Written November 14, 2020
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SD2606
Christchurch, New Zealand2,456 contributions
Nov 2019
Best beach in Bryon I say!
If you drive, try go early in the day to beat the crowds for parking. Or be prepared to have a little walk from your car.
All the parking there now you have to pay for. Best thing is to remember your licence plate. Just park up, pack up your stuff and then walk down towards the beach where they have the pay machines.
Toilets and BBQ area down at the beach.
Nice clean water.
Luscious white sand. Always clean and free from rubbish.
A few rocks at times at one end.
Quite popular with long boarders.
Slightly sheltered beach.
Just divine views!
If you drive, try go early in the day to beat the crowds for parking. Or be prepared to have a little walk from your car.
All the parking there now you have to pay for. Best thing is to remember your licence plate. Just park up, pack up your stuff and then walk down towards the beach where they have the pay machines.
Toilets and BBQ area down at the beach.
Nice clean water.
Luscious white sand. Always clean and free from rubbish.
A few rocks at times at one end.
Quite popular with long boarders.
Slightly sheltered beach.
Just divine views!
Written January 28, 2020
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Marty ..
Cebu City, Philippines3,682 contributions
Jul 2022 • Solo
Wategos Beach .. is another beautiful , hidden away Byron Bay beach
I visited Wategos Beach a few different times during 2022
Each time .. this mostly sandy beach , was busy with surf swimming & sunbathing
Off the beach are plenty of beautiful views
There's only one road into the cove Wategos Beach sits in
From the far end of Wategos Beach .. there's a hill track up to the scenic views from the Cape Byron Lighthouse
Above the beach , there’s a small park area .. with barbecue facilities & a public toilet
The limited street parking , is paid parking
I visited Wategos Beach a few different times during 2022
Each time .. this mostly sandy beach , was busy with surf swimming & sunbathing
Off the beach are plenty of beautiful views
There's only one road into the cove Wategos Beach sits in
From the far end of Wategos Beach .. there's a hill track up to the scenic views from the Cape Byron Lighthouse
Above the beach , there’s a small park area .. with barbecue facilities & a public toilet
The limited street parking , is paid parking
Written January 26, 2023
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Mairwen1
United Kingdom12,005 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
Wategos may not be the main beach in Byron Bay but it is very lovely. It’s a classic Australian surf beach with rolling waves and a long crescent-shaped stretch of almost white sand.
It is a relatively sheltered beach, making it a good choice for swimming. There is some shade on the beach
There are basic facilities including changing rooms, showers and toilets. However there are no lifeguards and street parking is metered and in any case, is extremely limited.
Instead, we walked in from The Pass Beach. It’s paid parking here too but at least there’s a large carpark and lots of space. The walk up and over the headland starts from Palm Valley (alongside the carpark) and is definitely a challenging and steep path in the summer. However its a good way to work up a sweat before you dive into the waves at the other end and on the plus side, you get some absolutely lovely views along the way.
It is a relatively sheltered beach, making it a good choice for swimming. There is some shade on the beach
There are basic facilities including changing rooms, showers and toilets. However there are no lifeguards and street parking is metered and in any case, is extremely limited.
Instead, we walked in from The Pass Beach. It’s paid parking here too but at least there’s a large carpark and lots of space. The walk up and over the headland starts from Palm Valley (alongside the carpark) and is definitely a challenging and steep path in the summer. However its a good way to work up a sweat before you dive into the waves at the other end and on the plus side, you get some absolutely lovely views along the way.
Written March 12, 2024
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Corinne S
18 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
What an overall fantastic experience. I said experience as it was not only great food and great atmosphere the staff were absolutely amazing. The dedication and knowledge of the staff with their food and wine was exceptional. The whole dinner was 5 star I will definitely be recommending it to friends and family. Very satisfied customer.
Written July 27, 2020
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I know parking is an ongoing issue here, and unfortunately I will be there on a weekend during summer holiday. However I had plans to go late in the afternoon, around 3 or 4. Does the beach (or rather parking lot) tend to clear up by then or do people usually stay all day? Thanks in advance!
Written August 7, 2019
Hard to say, if it's a hot day people will stay long, it doesn't get dark until about 8pm in Summer.
Written August 7, 2019
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