About Ballina Shire

At first glance, the diversity of the beaches of the Ballina Shire does not have a prominent distinctive feature. There is no clear predominance of mountain landscapes or crystal sea, on the contrary, everything seems balanced. Perhaps this is one of the reasons why the flow of tourists continues to grow from year to year.

Good for Relax

Shelly Beach

Ballina 2.8 km
Very good
8.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue pure water • Crowded in season
5.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Ballina Beach

Ballina 2.5 km
Very good
8.5
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Distant parking
3.2 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Seven Mile Beach

Lennox Head 1.1 km
Very good
8.5
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue pure water • Crowded in season
5.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Sharpes Beach

Skennars Head 1.1 km
Very good
8.4
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue pure water • Sand bottom
2 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Angels Beach

Skennars Head 2.8 km
Very good
8.4
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue pure water • Crowded in season
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Patches Beach

Patchs Beach 1.2 km
Very good
8.1
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue pure water • Deserted
1 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 8 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Ballina Shire.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Ballina Shire, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 7 such beaches.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Ballina Shire is less than 500 meters. 8 beaches are relatively easy to access.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Ballina Shire however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Ballina Shire's beaches

Ballina Beach
10 H H

There are numerous stunning beaches in the Ballina and Byron Bay area, and this is by far my favorite spot in Australia to relax on the sandy shores and swim in the ocean. It was my first visit to Lighthouse Beach in Ballina, and I was delighted to find an abundance of intriguing crabs, pristine white sand, and impressive waves. Additionally, it was pleasantly uncrowded.

South Ballina Beach
10 Rose Milo

The beach is fantastic, especially in June when it's not crowded. The foreshore is incredibly beautiful, and during winter, you can walk for miles without encountering anyone. Additionally, the nature reserve behind the beach offers excellent opportunities for birdwatching. The sunset over the Richmond River is also a sight to behold.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 4 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Ballina Shire? In total there are 8 beaches and the most popular is Shelly Beach.