Point Danger Lookout

Point Danger Lookout Tweed Heads is an historical landmark located on the New South Wales/Queensland border.

It offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and unrivaled scenic vistas that encompass the coastline from Surfers Paradise to Byron Bay. This historic site was named by James Cook during his voyage up the east coast of Australia in 1770 because it was one of the most treacherous sections of the coast due to dangerous coral reefs.

Point Danger Lookout Tweed Heads offers visitors a wealth of things to see and do. From an historical point of view, this location is rich with interesting facts about Australian maritime history. The Captain Cook Memorial, located here, is a moulded cast iron which was jettisoned from the Endeavour and recovered in the 1960s. Next to it is a lighthouse that was among the first to experiment (unsuccessfully) with laser light. Visitors can walk along the "Centaur Remembrance Walk" which has several memorial plaques dedicated to those lost at sea. In addition to the historical sites, visitors can take in the beautiful natural surroundings. You often see dolphins out to sea from Point Danger, and on a fine day, the views from the Lookout stretch from Surfers Paradise to Byron Bay. The nearby Duranbah Beach is a popular surf destination, and surfers can frequently be seen catching waves from the Lookout.

Visitors can enjoy Point Danger Lookout Tweed Heads year-round. The temperate climate here provides mild temperatures throughout most of the year with average temperatures ranging between 20-30 degrees Celsius during the day. The summer months, from December to February, can be quite humid, while winter months from June-August can be a bit