Palm Valley Currenbah walking track
Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Palm Valley Currenbah walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
0.7km loop
Time
10min
Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
Experience required
No experience required
Steps
No steps
Gradient
Flat: The walk is mostly flat with a section in the middle of the track where it goes over a gentle slope.
Quality of path
Well-formed track: The walk is 2m-wide and bitumen seal.
Other barriers
Other barriers: There are 3 short wooden bridges along the walk that go over drainage lines and ephemeral creeks:
- Two of the bridges narrow the track to 1.5m-wide.
- The bridges can become slippery when wet.
Getting there and parking
Palm Valley Currenbah walking track is in The Pass precinct of Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area. To get there from the centre of Byron Bay:
- Follow Lawson Street (which becomes Lighthouse Road) and turn left onto Brooke Drive.
- Follow Brooke drive until you reach the carpark.
It’s a 5min drive or 30min walk from the centre of Byron Bay to Palm Valley carpark.
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at The Pass and Palm Valley in bitumen carparks, including 4 accessible parking spots. It can be busy on the weekend, so parking may be limited.
Facilities
The nearest toilets are located next to the Pass Cafe, which is around 300m from the start of this walking track. They are accessible flush toilets. There's also an outdoor cold-water beach shower.
Seats and resting points
There are 2 bench seats along the track, one in the northern part of the loop with a backrest and the other in the south-east part of the loop that's curved stone without a backrest.
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - easy
- This 2m-wide sealed bitumen track is suitable for wheelchairs, prams, and visitors with limited mobility.
- The walk is mostly flat, with a section in the middle that goes over a gentle slope.
- You'll find 2 seats along the walk for resting. There are also picnic tables at Palm Valley picnic area.
- 4 accessible parking spaces are available in bitumen carparks at The Pass and Palm Valley.
There are 3 short wooden bridges along the walk, 2 of which narrow the track to 1.5m-wide. The bridges can become slippery when wet.
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
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.
Operated by
- Cape Byron Marine Park
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6620 9300
- cape.byron@mpa.nsw.gov.au
- 02 6620 9333
- Tallow Beach Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481
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.
Bawaii rest area, 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
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