Dragon Tree House’s Lennox Head / Byron Bay coast guidebook
Sightseeing
Bangalow is a picturesque town combining a traditional streetscape with modern appeal. The main street is a pleasure to stroll along, filled with opportunities to indulge in excellent local food and boutique shopping.
Bangalow markets are held the 4th Sunday of each month https://bangalowmarket.com.au
Bangalow is 22km or a 19-minute scenic drive from Lennox head.
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Bangalow
Bangalow is a picturesque town combining a traditional streetscape with modern appeal. The main street is a pleasure to stroll along, filled with opportunities to indulge in excellent local food and boutique shopping.
Bangalow markets are held the 4th Sunday of each month https://bangalowmarket.com.au
Bangalow is 22km or a 19-minute scenic drive from Lennox head.
Nightcap National Park is the traditional land of the Bundjalung People, in particular the Widjabul People who have inhabited the area for thousands of years. The park contains many ancient sites of cultural significance, including ceremonial and sacred sites that are still used by local Aboriginal people today. The creeks, plants, animals and landscape of the park feature in the stories, teachings and practices of Aboriginal people that continue to be passed on today.
Nightcap National Park's rainforests are part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, the largest area of subtropical rainforest in the world. They are a living link to the environment of ancient Australia and give us insight into the environment of the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana. This lush and diverse conservation area protects a number of vulnerable and threatened species such as the rufous scrub bird, red goshawk, sooty and masked owls and regent bowerbirds. It is also home to the recently discovered nightcap oak, which can grow up to 40m high.
The Minyon Falls is located in the Nightcap National Park - it is a plunge waterfall on the Repentance Creek about a 40 minute drive from Lennox. The waterfall descends more than 100 metres over the huge rhyolite cliffs which were once part of the Tweed Volcano.
The walk through the rain forest down to the bottom of the waterfall is amazing. Enoromus old growth trees, ferns and palms - its a walk that is good for the soul. The reward at the bottom is a swim in the natural water holes (when not in flood) is an amazing reward.
Minyon Falls: Directions https://goo.gl/maps/N68UxuVr3cFV7Und7
40 minutes west of Lennox in the Byron Hinterland is a walk that leads to stunning views of one of NSW's best waterfalls
Parking? Yes, at Minyon Grass picnic area and Minyon Falls lookout.
Distance: 13km loop
Difficulty: Moderate
The Far North Coast is home to some of the best waterfalls in New South Wales. One of these is Minyon Falls, plunging 100m through the rainforest. And make sure to pack your swimmers, as you can jump into the clear pool at the foot of the falls.
This 13km return hike takes you through the gorgeous Nightcap National Park and its World Heritage-listed rainforests. It's a Grade 3 track, so moderately difficult, but you’ll be rewarded with gorgeous greenery at every turn. Pack picnic gear for a refuel at Minyon Grass picnic area or the scenic Minyon Falls lookout.
To explore more of the region, make Minyon Falls a pit stop on the drive between Lennox Head and Nimbin. This countercultural hotspot is known for promoting a more peaceful, laid back way of living, with visitors travelling from around the world to bask in all of its groovy glory.
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Minyon Falls walking track
Minyon Loop WestNightcap National Park is the traditional land of the Bundjalung People, in particular the Widjabul People who have inhabited the area for thousands of years. The park contains many ancient sites of cultural significance, including ceremonial and sacred sites that are still used by local Aboriginal people today. The creeks, plants, animals and landscape of the park feature in the stories, teachings and practices of Aboriginal people that continue to be passed on today.
Nightcap National Park's rainforests are part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, the largest area of subtropical rainforest in the world. They are a living link to the environment of ancient Australia and give us insight into the environment of the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana. This lush and diverse conservation area protects a number of vulnerable and threatened species such as the rufous scrub bird, red goshawk, sooty and masked owls and regent bowerbirds. It is also home to the recently discovered nightcap oak, which can grow up to 40m high.
The Minyon Falls is located in the Nightcap National Park - it is a plunge waterfall on the Repentance Creek about a 40 minute drive from Lennox. The waterfall descends more than 100 metres over the huge rhyolite cliffs which were once part of the Tweed Volcano.
The walk through the rain forest down to the bottom of the waterfall is amazing. Enoromus old growth trees, ferns and palms - its a walk that is good for the soul. The reward at the bottom is a swim in the natural water holes (when not in flood) is an amazing reward.
Minyon Falls: Directions https://goo.gl/maps/N68UxuVr3cFV7Und7
40 minutes west of Lennox in the Byron Hinterland is a walk that leads to stunning views of one of NSW's best waterfalls
Parking? Yes, at Minyon Grass picnic area and Minyon Falls lookout.
Distance: 13km loop
Difficulty: Moderate
The Far North Coast is home to some of the best waterfalls in New South Wales. One of these is Minyon Falls, plunging 100m through the rainforest. And make sure to pack your swimmers, as you can jump into the clear pool at the foot of the falls.
This 13km return hike takes you through the gorgeous Nightcap National Park and its World Heritage-listed rainforests. It's a Grade 3 track, so moderately difficult, but you’ll be rewarded with gorgeous greenery at every turn. Pack picnic gear for a refuel at Minyon Grass picnic area or the scenic Minyon Falls lookout.
To explore more of the region, make Minyon Falls a pit stop on the drive between Lennox Head and Nimbin. This countercultural hotspot is known for promoting a more peaceful, laid back way of living, with visitors travelling from around the world to bask in all of its groovy glory.
One of my favorite thigs to do in Byron is the Cape Byron lighthouse walk: It winds around beautiful beaches up to the most easterly point on the east coast.
Directions https://goo.gl/maps/3Rbk6WG4ZPMrok5C8
Parking? Yes, though you have to pay for street parking and spaces in car parks can be limited. If you're staying nearby, consider walking to the start of the path (which takes about 30 minutes).
Distance: 3.7km loop
Difficulty: Moderate
The Cape Byron Walking Track has a little bit of everything. And while you can cover the 3.7km loop in a couple hours, why would you ever want to? As with most things in this part of the world, it's better to just leave the watch at home and take your time.
Spend the whole afternoon working your way slowly through the different sections of this walk. You'll have access to wonderful beaches and views of the ocean. You'll walk on cliff tops and through beautiful rain forest. And, of course, you'll get a chance to visit the storied Cape Byron Lighthouse. With plenty of cafes along the way, you'll never be too far from a refreshing organic juice, re-energising coffee or some organic snacks that can put a little extra pep in your step.
This is a Grade 3 track, but should be good for walkers of just about every ability level. Tackle smaller sections of it with the kids, especially if you want to stop of at a couple of beaches.
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Byron Bay
One of my favorite thigs to do in Byron is the Cape Byron lighthouse walk: It winds around beautiful beaches up to the most easterly point on the east coast.
Directions https://goo.gl/maps/3Rbk6WG4ZPMrok5C8
Parking? Yes, though you have to pay for street parking and spaces in car parks can be limited. If you're staying nearby, consider walking to the start of the path (which takes about 30 minutes).
Distance: 3.7km loop
Difficulty: Moderate
The Cape Byron Walking Track has a little bit of everything. And while you can cover the 3.7km loop in a couple hours, why would you ever want to? As with most things in this part of the world, it's better to just leave the watch at home and take your time.
Spend the whole afternoon working your way slowly through the different sections of this walk. You'll have access to wonderful beaches and views of the ocean. You'll walk on cliff tops and through beautiful rain forest. And, of course, you'll get a chance to visit the storied Cape Byron Lighthouse. With plenty of cafes along the way, you'll never be too far from a refreshing organic juice, re-energising coffee or some organic snacks that can put a little extra pep in your step.
This is a Grade 3 track, but should be good for walkers of just about every ability level. Tackle smaller sections of it with the kids, especially if you want to stop of at a couple of beaches.
Lake Ainsworth, is a tea-tree stained fresh water dunal lake, tucked in behind seven mile beach - next to the caravan park.
It's is well worth a visit, and a great place to watch the sun set over the water. It's also suitable for stand-up paddle boards, kayaking and canoeing. The recreation facilities at the lake have pathways, barbecues and picnic tables.
LAKE AINSWORTH INDIGENOUS HISTORY
Lake Ainsworth is a perched lake (isolated lake above the groundwater table) consisting of aquifer fed waters trapped before a layer of impervious coffee rock. Historically Lake Ainsworth was an Aboriginal women’s water hole. It is a water hole sacred to women as it was once an Aboriginal women’s birthing place. To this day women from all over the world commonly feel something spiritual when they visit the Lake. Tannins from the Tea Trees give the Lake its brown tea-like colour which was said to provide wonderful antiseptic qualities. Women would wash in the tea tree infused water after giving birth. Traditionally the Lake was not frequented by men.
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Lake Ainsworth
Lake Ainsworth, is a tea-tree stained fresh water dunal lake, tucked in behind seven mile beach - next to the caravan park.
It's is well worth a visit, and a great place to watch the sun set over the water. It's also suitable for stand-up paddle boards, kayaking and canoeing. The recreation facilities at the lake have pathways, barbecues and picnic tables.
LAKE AINSWORTH INDIGENOUS HISTORY
Lake Ainsworth is a perched lake (isolated lake above the groundwater table) consisting of aquifer fed waters trapped before a layer of impervious coffee rock. Historically Lake Ainsworth was an Aboriginal women’s water hole. It is a water hole sacred to women as it was once an Aboriginal women’s birthing place. To this day women from all over the world commonly feel something spiritual when they visit the Lake. Tannins from the Tea Trees give the Lake its brown tea-like colour which was said to provide wonderful antiseptic qualities. Women would wash in the tea tree infused water after giving birth. Traditionally the Lake was not frequented by men.
Newrybar is a very cute historic town founded in the late 1880s. It's a one-street-town with just a few houses, shops and cafes that are mostly original and have turned Newrybar into a destination in itself.
It’s a 10-minute drive from Lennox and has the same laid-back vibe that the coastal town is know for, mixed with its own country charm.
Check out the homewares shopping heaven at Newrybar Merchants – a collective of creative local artisans. Newrybar is also home to the designer fashion boutique Drift Lab where you can shop an expertly curated collection of local fashion labels.
Or, pop up the road to visit Olivia Newton-John’s incredible Gaia Retreat & Spa for a massage.
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Newrybar
Newrybar is a very cute historic town founded in the late 1880s. It's a one-street-town with just a few houses, shops and cafes that are mostly original and have turned Newrybar into a destination in itself.
It’s a 10-minute drive from Lennox and has the same laid-back vibe that the coastal town is know for, mixed with its own country charm.
Check out the homewares shopping heaven at Newrybar Merchants – a collective of creative local artisans. Newrybar is also home to the designer fashion boutique Drift Lab where you can shop an expertly curated collection of local fashion labels.
Or, pop up the road to visit Olivia Newton-John’s incredible Gaia Retreat & Spa for a massage.
If you do venture out of Lennox, Federal is close enough to the World Heritage rainforests and national parks for which the area is famous. Minyon Falls, Protestor Falls, the Nightcap National Park, Mt Warning and the Coolamon Scenic Drive are just some of the spectacular places you can visit in the area.
While it may appear a sleepy country hamlet, Federal has a host population of sea-change baby boomers who have invented their own culture. For example, at the Federal Hall on the second Saturday evening of each month Reel Films shows a 16mm movie to much acclaim.
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Federal
If you do venture out of Lennox, Federal is close enough to the World Heritage rainforests and national parks for which the area is famous. Minyon Falls, Protestor Falls, the Nightcap National Park, Mt Warning and the Coolamon Scenic Drive are just some of the spectacular places you can visit in the area.
While it may appear a sleepy country hamlet, Federal has a host population of sea-change baby boomers who have invented their own culture. For example, at the Federal Hall on the second Saturday evening of each month Reel Films shows a 16mm movie to much acclaim.
Federal
https://www.instagram.com/north_coast_mud_trail/
Food scene
Beach Cafe at Clarks beach - great food with killer views. Watch out for the local water dragons.
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Byron Bay
Beach Cafe at Clarks beach - great food with killer views. Watch out for the local water dragons.
Some of my favourite Local Restaurants in Lennox Head - all within walking distance from DTH
SHELTER is one of the best restaurants on the coast. Across the road from the beach - I love to sit at the window seat and watch the ocean..
If you happened to be a kid in the 1980s visiting Lennox Head, to have a splash around in the tea tree-stained Lake Ainsworth, you'd be overjoyed if you got some Redskins and a Bubble O'Bill along the way. Today's children are made of sterner stuff. They make a beeline for this dunefront shack and load up on raw fish with horseradish and pickled rhubarb scattered with buckwheat and coastal succulents. And why not? Shelter over-delivers: the butter is cultured, the fish line-caught, the wines by the glass extending to Si Vintners sem-chardonnay, Ochota Barrels rosé and Jauma Disco Special grenache-shiraz served chilled.
41 Pacific Pde, Lennox Head, (02) 6687 7757, shelterlennox.com.au
#shelterrestaurant #lennoxhead #dragontreehouse
WILLIAM STREET KITCHEN AND BAR
Meet with friends for a bite at Williams St Kitchen & Bar, sitting on the corner of William Street and Pacific Parade in Lennox Head. After wandering up the beach and through the trees along a sandy path, locals arrive to join those already relaxing at this coastal diner, hanging out on the verandah with an icy beer or cooling off in air-conditioned comfort inside. Surrounding farms and local businesses provide high quality produce, from free range eggs to Byron Bay Organic coffee and organic bread from The Farm, used alongside Williams St's own housemade Delta sauce and house roasted granola. Try the signature or a burger with a little more kick; perhaps the Hot Chic with spicy southern fried chicken, slaw and Delta hot sauce with a side of sweet potato chips and deep fried pickles.
BEST KNOWN FOR BREAKFAST Harvest Bowl - Sweet potato, quinoa, kale, broccolini, avocado, sauerkraut, turmeric, hummus with poached eggs and toasted seeds. LUNCH Crispy Soft Shell Crab Burger - Kimchi, burnt chilli aioli, chipotle ketchup, coriander and apple slaw on brioche bun. DINNER Bungalow Pork Cutlet with pears, radicchio, walnuts, sorrel, goats curd and pan jus
#williamstreetkitchen
#lennoxhead
SHORTY’S TAPAS BAR
Cute little bar in Ballina street. The food is pretty good but the vibe is busy and fun. BEST KNOWN FOR BASQUE STYLE SQUID - Pan fried with Garlic and Parsley. BAJA FISH TACOS - Beer battered Snapper, crunchy slaw coriander, chilli and re fried beans on a soft flour tortilla.
THE DINER
The Diner Lennox is a licensed restaurant and wine bar with local and regional produce at its core. Try herb and oat crumb snapper, miso eggplant or wholemeal pasta with zucchini, ricotta, slow roast tomato, capers and almond.
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Lennox Head
Some of my favourite Local Restaurants in Lennox Head - all within walking distance from DTH
SHELTER is one of the best restaurants on the coast. Across the road from the beach - I love to sit at the window seat and watch the ocean..
If you happened to be a kid in the 1980s visiting Lennox Head, to have a splash around in the tea tree-stained Lake Ainsworth, you'd be overjoyed if you got some Redskins and a Bubble O'Bill along the way. Today's children are made of sterner stuff. They make a beeline for this dunefront shack and load up on raw fish with horseradish and pickled rhubarb scattered with buckwheat and coastal succulents. And why not? Shelter over-delivers: the butter is cultured, the fish line-caught, the wines by the glass extending to Si Vintners sem-chardonnay, Ochota Barrels rosé and Jauma Disco Special grenache-shiraz served chilled.
41 Pacific Pde, Lennox Head, (02) 6687 7757, shelterlennox.com.au
#shelterrestaurant #lennoxhead #dragontreehouse
WILLIAM STREET KITCHEN AND BAR
Meet with friends for a bite at Williams St Kitchen & Bar, sitting on the corner of William Street and Pacific Parade in Lennox Head. After wandering up the beach and through the trees along a sandy path, locals arrive to join those already relaxing at this coastal diner, hanging out on the verandah with an icy beer or cooling off in air-conditioned comfort inside. Surrounding farms and local businesses provide high quality produce, from free range eggs to Byron Bay Organic coffee and organic bread from The Farm, used alongside Williams St's own housemade Delta sauce and house roasted granola. Try the signature or a burger with a little more kick; perhaps the Hot Chic with spicy southern fried chicken, slaw and Delta hot sauce with a side of sweet potato chips and deep fried pickles.
BEST KNOWN FOR BREAKFAST Harvest Bowl - Sweet potato, quinoa, kale, broccolini, avocado, sauerkraut, turmeric, hummus with poached eggs and toasted seeds. LUNCH Crispy Soft Shell Crab Burger - Kimchi, burnt chilli aioli, chipotle ketchup, coriander and apple slaw on brioche bun. DINNER Bungalow Pork Cutlet with pears, radicchio, walnuts, sorrel, goats curd and pan jus
#williamstreetkitchen
#lennoxhead
SHORTY’S TAPAS BAR
Cute little bar in Ballina street. The food is pretty good but the vibe is busy and fun. BEST KNOWN FOR BASQUE STYLE SQUID - Pan fried with Garlic and Parsley. BAJA FISH TACOS - Beer battered Snapper, crunchy slaw coriander, chilli and re fried beans on a soft flour tortilla.
THE DINER
The Diner Lennox is a licensed restaurant and wine bar with local and regional produce at its core. Try herb and oat crumb snapper, miso eggplant or wholemeal pasta with zucchini, ricotta, slow roast tomato, capers and almond.
The Pass Cafe is located in trees in The Arakwal National Park and overlooking the iconic "The Pass" Beach and surf break
Whether you’re walking to the Cape Byron Lighthouse, strolling along the beach or riding the waves, make sure to go and check out The Pass Cafe. the food is great and its a popular haunt among Byron locals and they cater to vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free as well as normal food.
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Điểm lướt sóng The Pass
The Pass Cafe is located in trees in The Arakwal National Park and overlooking the iconic "The Pass" Beach and surf break
Whether you’re walking to the Cape Byron Lighthouse, strolling along the beach or riding the waves, make sure to go and check out The Pass Cafe. the food is great and its a popular haunt among Byron locals and they cater to vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free as well as normal food.
Harvest restaurant is a must - with its seasonable and sustainable menu that has almost become more famous than the town itself.
This is my favourite restaurants. It is cute, quirky, and comfy. The service is outstanding and the food... So very yum #harvestrestaurant #lennoxhead
#northcoastholiday
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Harvest Newrybar
18 Old Pacific HwyHarvest restaurant is a must - with its seasonable and sustainable menu that has almost become more famous than the town itself.
This is my favourite restaurants. It is cute, quirky, and comfy. The service is outstanding and the food... So very yum #harvestrestaurant #lennoxhead
#northcoastholiday
The food is amazing
Authentic Japanese and modern Australian fusion.
Outdoor, inside and balcony dining is available at their beautiful 107 year old building.
Love this place
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Federal Doma Cafe
6 Albert streetThe food is amazing
Authentic Japanese and modern Australian fusion.
Outdoor, inside and balcony dining is available at their beautiful 107 year old building.
Love this place
My favourite restaurant in lennox. You need to book in advance - check out their website.
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Shelter Lennox
41 Pacific ParadeMy favourite restaurant in lennox. You need to book in advance - check out their website.
Neighbourhoods
Lennox Head is located on Bundjalung land, the Bundjalung people are the original custodians of the northern coastal area of New South Wales. They are a large Aboriginal nation, a federation of a number of groups of clans which occupy the land from Grafton on the Clarence river of northern New South Wales north to the town of Ipswich and the Beaudesert, in southern Queensland, and down around the other side of the Great Dividing Range.
First settled by three brothers, Yarbirri, Marmoon and Birrung. According to oral tradition, Yarbirri thrust a spear into the sand and fresh water ran, now know as Lake Ainsworth. The Njangbal dialect group is thought to have occupied the area now known as Lennox Head and Ballina. John Ainsworth, one of Lennox Heads’ first settlers, records that in 1847 approximately 500 Aboriginal people lived in the region.
Lennox is a now world famous right hand surf break. From Lennox point and Pat Morton lookout (southern end), is used by surfers to check the surf. Hang-gliders all visit the headland to launch off its 65m cliff. There are commercial companies there is you want to try it.
The point is also used for watching dolphins and the annual whale migration. The headland looks down at the village and on Seven Mile Beach extending up towards Broken Head. Lennox is also known for Lake Ainsworth, a freshwater lake that has distinctive tea tree stained waters, it’s in contrast with the white sands of Seven Mile Beach. Also located in the village is a Bora ring of some significance to the local Bundjalung Tribe
MORE DETAIL ABOUT LENNOX HEAD ABORIGINAL HISTORY
Lennox Head is a true gem full of natural beauty. The area is of high conservation and recreational value.
What you may not be aware of is the rich Aboriginal heritage value of the area. It is important for us to have an awareness and share this history in order to encourage locals and visitors to conserve, protect and respect the cultural significance and natural environment of Lennox Head.
A rich source of food was the key attraction for the 4-500 Bundjalung Aboriginals who called Lennox Head home prior to European settlement. According to Bundjalung Aboriginal tradition, three brothers first settled on Seven Mile Beach. One of the brothers, Yarbirri, thrust a spear into the sand, fresh water ran, and even today when the tide is low it is said that you can still see a rusty stain (Burnum, 1988).
The two main Aboriginal sites within Lennox Head include Lake Ainsworth and the Bora Ring or Ceremonial Ring off Gibbon Street.
Lake Ainsworth is a perched lake (isolated lake above the groundwater table) consisting of aquifer fed waters trapped before a layer of impervious coffee rock. Historically Lake Ainsworth was an Aboriginal women’s water hole. It is a water hole sacred to women as it was once an Aboriginal women’s birthing place. To this day women from all over the world commonly feel something spiritual when they visit the Lake. Tannins from the Tea Trees give the Lake its brown tea-like colour which was said to provide wonderful antiseptic qualities. Women would wash in the tea tree infused water after giving birth. Traditionally the Lake was not frequented by men.
The presence of an Aboriginal ‘bora’ or ceremonial ring located off Gibbon Street suggests that Lennox Head played an important part in Aboriginal traditional life. The bora is unusually large measuring a diameter of 32 metres. The bora consists of a raised ring on sandy ground and is among one of the best preserved coastal ceremonial grounds in NSW (Buchan, 1977). Such well preserved examples must therefore be protected to ensure their inherent values are preserved for the future.
While the bora may not have been used in recent times for mens initiation ceremonies, it is of significant cultural heritage value to the local Aboriginal community. It is a mens area and it has been suggested that women visiting the site refrain from entering the circle.
In an effort to protect these sites the government has since developed management plans. However, it is the everyday actions that you and I make that has the greatest impact. We need to remember to treat these areas with respect and protection. This means disposing your waste appropriately, leaving your dog at home, remembering not to disturb vegetation, soils or rocks, and reading the Council signs rules and regulations. This little effort will ensure protection and respect of these culturally significant areas today and for future generations.
BEACHES, LAKE and SURFING.
Lennox Seven-Mile Beach – walk down the lane and you’ll run straight into it. Turn left (north) to
Broken Head in the distance – about 7 miles away, its great to walk or ride the bikes on low tide (please rinse the salt off them after) Also look out for the pair of beautiful brahminy kites, you will often see them hunting for a fish breakfast or sunning themselves in one of the trees. Their nest is in the top of the Norfolk pine in the front of the caravan park. Turn right (south) to
Lennox Head and Pat Morton’s look out. Walk to the bream hole and the boat channel, say hi to our resident pelicans. There is a path at the end of the beach that takes you over the headland through Pat Mortons lookout (excellent whale and dolphin watching) to
Boulders Beach – stunning volcanic rock beach and a great surf spot on the southern end. Keep heading south to
Sharpes beach– in summer the smoke house kitchen is there. The best pulled pork roll and other very yummy things. The coffee cart makes a great coffee and cake.
Flat Rock is the next one toward Ballina.
There is a push bike track from Lennox to Ballina along all the beaches, it is a beautiful ride and no traffic.
LAKE AINSWORTH
Lake Ainsworth, a tea-tree stained dunal freshwater lake, is beautiful. The lake is located at the northern end of Pacific Parade and is complemented by wonderful barbecue and picnic facilities.
It's an exhilarating experience to swim between the salty ocean and the fresh water lake. It's also suitable for stand-up paddle boards, kayaking and canoeing.
The recreation facilities at the lake now include pathways, new barbecues, picnic tables and formalised parking.
Unfortunatly the lake can be affected by blue green algae at times. Be sure to check the website for official advice related to the blue green algae status to ensure it is safe to undertake water activities prior to planning a visit.
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Lennox Head
Lennox Head is located on Bundjalung land, the Bundjalung people are the original custodians of the northern coastal area of New South Wales. They are a large Aboriginal nation, a federation of a number of groups of clans which occupy the land from Grafton on the Clarence river of northern New South Wales north to the town of Ipswich and the Beaudesert, in southern Queensland, and down around the other side of the Great Dividing Range.
First settled by three brothers, Yarbirri, Marmoon and Birrung. According to oral tradition, Yarbirri thrust a spear into the sand and fresh water ran, now know as Lake Ainsworth. The Njangbal dialect group is thought to have occupied the area now known as Lennox Head and Ballina. John Ainsworth, one of Lennox Heads’ first settlers, records that in 1847 approximately 500 Aboriginal people lived in the region.
Lennox is a now world famous right hand surf break. From Lennox point and Pat Morton lookout (southern end), is used by surfers to check the surf. Hang-gliders all visit the headland to launch off its 65m cliff. There are commercial companies there is you want to try it.
The point is also used for watching dolphins and the annual whale migration. The headland looks down at the village and on Seven Mile Beach extending up towards Broken Head. Lennox is also known for Lake Ainsworth, a freshwater lake that has distinctive tea tree stained waters, it’s in contrast with the white sands of Seven Mile Beach. Also located in the village is a Bora ring of some significance to the local Bundjalung Tribe
MORE DETAIL ABOUT LENNOX HEAD ABORIGINAL HISTORY
Lennox Head is a true gem full of natural beauty. The area is of high conservation and recreational value.
What you may not be aware of is the rich Aboriginal heritage value of the area. It is important for us to have an awareness and share this history in order to encourage locals and visitors to conserve, protect and respect the cultural significance and natural environment of Lennox Head.
A rich source of food was the key attraction for the 4-500 Bundjalung Aboriginals who called Lennox Head home prior to European settlement. According to Bundjalung Aboriginal tradition, three brothers first settled on Seven Mile Beach. One of the brothers, Yarbirri, thrust a spear into the sand, fresh water ran, and even today when the tide is low it is said that you can still see a rusty stain (Burnum, 1988).
The two main Aboriginal sites within Lennox Head include Lake Ainsworth and the Bora Ring or Ceremonial Ring off Gibbon Street.
Lake Ainsworth is a perched lake (isolated lake above the groundwater table) consisting of aquifer fed waters trapped before a layer of impervious coffee rock. Historically Lake Ainsworth was an Aboriginal women’s water hole. It is a water hole sacred to women as it was once an Aboriginal women’s birthing place. To this day women from all over the world commonly feel something spiritual when they visit the Lake. Tannins from the Tea Trees give the Lake its brown tea-like colour which was said to provide wonderful antiseptic qualities. Women would wash in the tea tree infused water after giving birth. Traditionally the Lake was not frequented by men.
The presence of an Aboriginal ‘bora’ or ceremonial ring located off Gibbon Street suggests that Lennox Head played an important part in Aboriginal traditional life. The bora is unusually large measuring a diameter of 32 metres. The bora consists of a raised ring on sandy ground and is among one of the best preserved coastal ceremonial grounds in NSW (Buchan, 1977). Such well preserved examples must therefore be protected to ensure their inherent values are preserved for the future.
While the bora may not have been used in recent times for mens initiation ceremonies, it is of significant cultural heritage value to the local Aboriginal community. It is a mens area and it has been suggested that women visiting the site refrain from entering the circle.
In an effort to protect these sites the government has since developed management plans. However, it is the everyday actions that you and I make that has the greatest impact. We need to remember to treat these areas with respect and protection. This means disposing your waste appropriately, leaving your dog at home, remembering not to disturb vegetation, soils or rocks, and reading the Council signs rules and regulations. This little effort will ensure protection and respect of these culturally significant areas today and for future generations.
BEACHES, LAKE and SURFING.
Lennox Seven-Mile Beach – walk down the lane and you’ll run straight into it. Turn left (north) to
Broken Head in the distance – about 7 miles away, its great to walk or ride the bikes on low tide (please rinse the salt off them after) Also look out for the pair of beautiful brahminy kites, you will often see them hunting for a fish breakfast or sunning themselves in one of the trees. Their nest is in the top of the Norfolk pine in the front of the caravan park. Turn right (south) to
Lennox Head and Pat Morton’s look out. Walk to the bream hole and the boat channel, say hi to our resident pelicans. There is a path at the end of the beach that takes you over the headland through Pat Mortons lookout (excellent whale and dolphin watching) to
Boulders Beach – stunning volcanic rock beach and a great surf spot on the southern end. Keep heading south to
Sharpes beach– in summer the smoke house kitchen is there. The best pulled pork roll and other very yummy things. The coffee cart makes a great coffee and cake.
Flat Rock is the next one toward Ballina.
There is a push bike track from Lennox to Ballina along all the beaches, it is a beautiful ride and no traffic.
LAKE AINSWORTH
Lake Ainsworth, a tea-tree stained dunal freshwater lake, is beautiful. The lake is located at the northern end of Pacific Parade and is complemented by wonderful barbecue and picnic facilities.
It's an exhilarating experience to swim between the salty ocean and the fresh water lake. It's also suitable for stand-up paddle boards, kayaking and canoeing.
The recreation facilities at the lake now include pathways, new barbecues, picnic tables and formalised parking.
Unfortunatly the lake can be affected by blue green algae at times. Be sure to check the website for official advice related to the blue green algae status to ensure it is safe to undertake water activities prior to planning a visit.
Kids Stuff
Kids Fun
Its a great place to take the kids. Below is a bit of an idea of the kid fun schedule. There is a cafe and of course you can buy Macadamias
0.00 Rabbit Petting
10.30 Meet the Crocs & other Reptiles
11.00 Train Ride
11.15 Farmyard Baby Animal Feeding
11.30 Meet the Koala and Wombat
12.00 Train Ride
12.15 Free Flight Bird Show
1.00 Kangaroo & Emu Feeding Experience
1.30 Rabbit Petting
1.30 Train Ride
2.00 Nocturnal Theatre (weekends and holidays)
2.15 Farmyard Baby Animal Feeding
2.30 Owl Feed and Keeper Talk
2.45 Frog Conservation Pod Keeper Talk
3.00 Train Ride
3.15 Meet the Koala and Wombat
3.30 Meet the Crocs and other reptiles
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419 Hinterland WyKids Fun
Its a great place to take the kids. Below is a bit of an idea of the kid fun schedule. There is a cafe and of course you can buy Macadamias
0.00 Rabbit Petting
10.30 Meet the Crocs & other Reptiles
11.00 Train Ride
11.15 Farmyard Baby Animal Feeding
11.30 Meet the Koala and Wombat
12.00 Train Ride
12.15 Free Flight Bird Show
1.00 Kangaroo & Emu Feeding Experience
1.30 Rabbit Petting
1.30 Train Ride
2.00 Nocturnal Theatre (weekends and holidays)
2.15 Farmyard Baby Animal Feeding
2.30 Owl Feed and Keeper Talk
2.45 Frog Conservation Pod Keeper Talk
3.00 Train Ride
3.15 Meet the Koala and Wombat
3.30 Meet the Crocs and other reptiles
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Markets around the area
MARKETS
Lennox markets are held on the second, and fifth Sunday of the month, at the community centre in Park Lane behind the shops. https://www.lennoxcommunitymarket.com.au
East Ballina Lions Market at Canal Road Ballina. Held on the third Sunday of the month,
Ballina Farmers and organic Market is on every Sunday. https://www.ballinafarmersmarket.com.au
Bangalow markets is held the 4th Sunday of each month https://bangalowmarket.com.au
Brunswick Heads markets is on the 1st saturday of every month http://brunswickheadsmarkets.com.au/
Byron Bay Community markets is held on the 1st Sunday of t
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Lake Ainsworth Fun on the lake
You can hire all sorts of water sports equipment
Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP), Kayak or surfboard.
LENNOX HEAD SURF SHOP - the team at the local surf shop hire SUP, Surfboards & Bodyboards
Hire and collect from surf shop. Contact 02 6687 7038
BEACHWORKZ BALLINA - SUP, Surfboard, bodyboard or kayaks? Jeff will look after you at the local surf shop. Boards can be collected from the surf shop in River Street or if you give Jeff a days notice, he can arrange delivery.
Contact 02 6686 5200
REFLECTIONS SHAWS BAY - SUPs
Contact 02 6686 2326
Ballina Coast & Hinterland is surrounded by watersw
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Skin and Clay
Love this beautician, the range of services and the products. My favourite place to have a facial, massage and lots of other pampering.