Things to Do in Lennox Head

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Discover Lennox Head: Your ultimate things to do guide

A mere stone's throw from other popular Northern Rivers hubs like Ballina, Brunswick Heads and Byron Bay, Lennox Head is a postcard-perfect coastal hideaway. The elite combo of mild weather, carefree vibes and a smorgasbord of year-round activities makes it well worth a visit.

Plan your next holiday to far north coast NSW around our curated selection of things to do in Lennox Head – you'll keep the family entertained and create lifelong memories at the same time.

Outdoor activities

Water-based antics

From your spot at Reflections Lennox Head, one of the biggest decisions you'll need to make is: beach or lake! If you opt for the beach, book a lesson with Let's Go Surfing to catch some surf breaks at one of the local favourites, like Lennox Point and Seven Mile Beach (one of Australia's National Surfing Reserves). Or for something chill and casual, pop up the umbrella at Main Beach for an afternoon or three.

If calmer waters are more your style, head over to Lake Ainsworth for stand-up paddleboarding, a beach walk or kayaking. This tea-tree lake is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike, with plenty of space to have a BBQ or picnic by its shores.

Fishing is big in Lennox Head. At the southern end of Seven Mile Beach, across the reef of exposed black rock, anglers can wade out and try their luck hooking bream, mackerel, snapper and jewfish. For the more experienced, just south of Lennox, near shag rock, is a fishing spot well-known by the locals as 'The Spike'.

Art and culture

There's a vibrant creative energy pulsating through the Northern Rivers which can be found in the many art galleries, artist studios and public art scattered down the coast. Starting in town, drop by the Lennox Head Skate Park to see Wave Mural, part of Ballina's public art trail. Then, take a short drive inland to Tintenbar to see David Lane's Studio Gallery. His bright paintings capture the heart of coastal living, but a visit to his studio and gardens is a must for inspiration.

On a rainy day, scoot down to East Ballina for a visit to Mackay Harrison Galleries' impressive creative mecca. It houses the paintings and sculptures of local artist David Mackay Harrison, right by the beach. It's a reminder that no matter where you turn, there's beauty all around you, especially in nature.

Explore the wider Northern Rivers

If you're looking for what to do around Lennox Head, the world is your oyster. Head west to discover Lismore, home to more art galleries and local parks, or head north for Byron Bay and Brunswick Heads. The hinterland and Byron area have Nightcap National Park for walks and hikes, the alternative haven of Mullumbimby (the perfect post-hike stop for coffee and snacks), and lots of local produce to devour in one of the many fine-dining restaurants.

4WDriving in Lennox Head

For some on-land adventuring, at the secluded north end of Seven Mile Beach, you can go for a spin in your 4WD (as long as you buy a permit from the self-register machine on Camp Drewe Road) and also do some beach fishing.

Lace up the boots and hit the trails

Discover one of the Northern Rivers’ most scenic adventures on the Lennox Head to Ballina Coastal Walk. This stunning trail follows the coastline from Lennox Point to North Wall Ballina, showcasing sweeping ocean views, rugged headlands, golden beaches and tranquil estuaries along the way.

Allow 3–4 hours to complete the full walk, or tailor it to suit your pace. The mostly flat, well-maintained path is ideal for families, prams and casual walkers, with plenty of spots to pause for a swim or coffee.

Nearby trails also include Lake Ainsworth Foreshore Walk, Pat Morton Lookout Track, Coastal Recreation Path (Ballina to Skennars Head), and Three Sisters Walk – Broken Head Nature Reserve.

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Pat Moreton Lookout

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Located on the top of Lennox Point, Pat Morton Lookout has extensive views out to the Pacific Ocean and north stretching up Seven...

Things to Do in Lennox Head

Discover Lennox Head: Your ultimate things to do guide

Outdoor activities

Water-based antics

Art and culture

Explore the wider Northern Rivers

4WDriving in Lennox Head

Lace up the boots and hit the trails

More Lennox Head Walks & hiking trails

Get out on two wheels

Local attractions

Lake Ainsworth

Pat Moreton Lookout

Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary

Lennox Head Cultural Centre

Lennox Arts Collective

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Eating & drinking in Lennox Head

Early morning eats and treats

Long lunches and devastatingly good dinners

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Community and farmers markets

Seasonal activities

Summer

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