[1] It is about 3 km (1.9 mi) east of the town of Byron Bay, New South Wales and projects into the Pacific Ocean at 28.6335° S, 153.6383° E. A lighthouse is situated there.

The 3.7 kilometres (2.3 mi) loop walk can be started at any point with parking available at Captain Cook Lookout, Palm Valley, Wategos Beach and the Lighthouse.

[9] The area is also noted for its wildlife, with the whale watching industry a significant contributor to the local economy.

[10] The park extends from Lennox Head in the south to northern bank of the Brunswick River mouth.

It extends from the Brunswick River to Lennox Head, and from mean high water out to three nautical miles from the coast or islands.