Ocean Shores

Ocean Shores

Ocean Shores is a residential coastal town located 24km or a 26 minute drive north from Byron Bay. The town was established in 1969 backed by American singer Pat Boone. In fact the town was named after Boone’s property in Ocean Shores, Washington USA.

The traditional owners of the land are the Aboriginal Midjumbil/Durumbil clans. The area has a strong Aboriginal heritage and Aboriginal Middens (sites containing seafood shells, the contents of which had been eaten by local people) have been found along the banks of Marshals Creek. Ocean Shores was originally included in the area of The Brunswick which was founded in 1846

Ocean Shores is a hilly area with many vantage points offering lovely sea views. The flatter area of North Ocean Shores, South Golden Beach and New Brighton offer direct beach access. There are two creeks running through Ocean Shores, Marshalls Creek which can be seen from the popular Yum Yum Café and New Brighton Store and Yelgun Creek.

The heart of Ocean Shores is the Ocean Shores Country and Golf Club that occupies a central location in the town and is a hub for locals and visitors.