Little Wategos Beach

Cape Byron State Conservation Area

Overview

Little Wategos Beach is a beautiful Byron Bay beach wedding location for small groups. Make the short walk to this pristine beach at the tip of the cape to enjoy fantastic coastal views when you say ‘I do’.

Venue is suitable for

Wedding ceremonies

Capacity

Maximum people: 100

Fees

Contact the Byron Bay office for venue hire fees and availability.

Entry fees

Park entry fees apply

Availability

Available for hire 7 days a week. The best time to book is from September to May.
Venue not available for exclusive hire

Bookings

Bookings required. To make a booking or for more information contact the NPWS Byron Bay office.

Other Information

Tides and sand movement at Little Wategos Beach may affect:

The area of sand on the beach
The number of exposed rocks and boulders
Beach access

It's a good idea to check tide times before booking.

With its arc of shimmering white sand, Little Wategos Beach is the perfect wedding location for nature lovers. Say your vows in the great outdoors to the sound of seagulls and splashing waves.

Nestled in the curved tip of Cape Byron, this north-facing beach is well protected from prevailing winds and boasts stunning ocean and coastal views. You'll need to make a 600m stroll along Cape Byron walking track to reach Little Wategos Beach. But the extra effort is worth it to escape the hustle and bustle of town on your special day.

When it comes to wedding photos, you're spoiled for choice along this 150m slice of paradise. And if you and your loved ones decide to let your hair down, it's also a great place for a refreshing dip.

Want to linger in this idyllic spot? Spoil yourself with nearby beachside accommodation at award-winning Imeson Cottage, Mildenhall Cottage, Thomson Cottage, or Partridge Cottage and Geoffs Shed.

Nearby

Park info

in Cape Byron State Conservation Area in the North Coast region
- 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 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 (//pass.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/).

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Venue info

All the practical information you need to know about Little Wategos Beach.

Getting there and parking

From Byron Bay town centre:

Take Lawson Street (which becomes Lighthouse Road) for about 1.5km
Stay left to continue along Palm Valley Drive for 500m
Turn left onto Marine Parade and continue for another 400m and park.

On foot, take Cape Byron walking track, which along Marine Parade next to Wategos Beach.

Follow Cape Byron walking track for 500m
Turn left at the sign for Little Wategos Beach and walk 100m.

Tides and sand movement may affect access to Little Wategos Beach. It’s a good idea to check tide times.

Road quality

Sealed roads

Vehicle access

2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

All weather

Parking

Council parking is available at Wategos Beach along Marine Parade.
It's about 600m to walk from council parking at Wategos Beach to Little Wategos Beach.

Facilities

The nearest toilets and drinking water are available about 600m away at Wategos Beach.
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.

Maps and downloads

Little Wategos Beach factsheet

Safety messages

Beach safety

Mobile safety

Accessibility

Disability access level - hard

Wheelchairs can access this area with assistance
You can get to Little Wategos Beach via a 600m of walking track, that includes unpaved sections and numerous steps.
Access is via steps or a steep slope, or you'll have to move across a rough surface with obstacles such as potholes, tree roots, and rocks.

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 Little Wategos Beach.

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

Cape Byron Information Centre
199 Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481
9.30am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day
02 6639 8300