Title: Visit Skennars Head: Best of Skennars Head, Ballina Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Skennars Head](https://expedia.ca/Skennars-Head-Ballina-Hotels.0-n3000413602-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Ballina](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ballina](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Skennars Head Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Skennars-Head.d3000413602.Car-Rental-Guide)[Skennars Head Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Skennars-Head.d3000413602.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Skennars Head ## Ballina ## Visit Skennars Head Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Ballina travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Ballina.dx643) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Lake Ainsworth, Lennox Heads, also known as Tea-tree lake, gets its reddish colour from the tea-tree trees surrounding it. One dip left me with smooth hair and skin. #australia #lake ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/bffd1cce-5679-4919-9a93-37d5ec5b4506.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre You can take time to visit Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre during your travels to Ballina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Ainsworth-Sport-And-Recreation-Centre-Lennox-Head.d553248621587242509.Vacation-Attraction) ![The cliffs of Pat Morton Lookout, Lennox Head, NSW. This is my favourite place in the Northern Rivers, as the sweeping meadow, high cliffs, pebbly beach and vast expanse of sea makes me feel I'm far away on an adventure.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/312120da-84e6-422b-8c52-e202761ff7ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pat Morton Lookout You can find out about the history of Ballina when you stop by Pat Morton Lookout. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Pat-Morton-Lookout-Lennox-Head.d553248621592189650.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ballina Fair Shopping Centre You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ballina Fair Shopping Centre during your visit to Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Fair-Shopping-Centre-Byron-Bay.d6179396.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ballina Racecourse You can take time to visit Ballina Racecourse during your travels to Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Racecourse-Byron-Bay.d553248621563223375.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ballina District Hospital Though Ballina District Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Ballina while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-District-Hospital-Byron-Bay.d553248621563223373.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ballina Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Ballina at Ballina Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Golf-Club-East-Ballina.d6179394.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4862651/31bf5e87-8d9b-4ecc-b174-8fa51ff47b5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson CA $86 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/byron-bay-2-hour-small-group-surf-lesson.a4862651.activity-details) ![Byron Bay: Waterfalls and Hidden Gems Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48330260/f1c78469-1a0c-41d0-bdb4-6914cd7d80ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay: Behind The Bay Waterfalls & Hidden Gems Day Tour CA $125 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/byron-bay-behind-the-bay-waterfalls-hidden-gems-day-tour.a48330260.activity-details) ![Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2532786/83565e54-a7a2-4f6a-8db8-0115a6ca89db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day CA $47 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/group-surfing-lessons-kool-katz-1-day.a2532786.activity-details) ![Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4516527/9e4e1e47-f03e-4265-83be-ef5449365ab6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour CA $58 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/byron-bay-brunswick-river-scenic-kayak-tour.a4516527.activity-details) ![From Byron: Half Day Learn to Surf Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47262553/ee9af139-e74c-4ec3-93fd-ba280cfec1cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Byron Bay: Learn to Surf Half-Day Tour CA $86 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-byron-bay-learn-to-surf-half-day-tour.a47262553.activity-details) ![Byron Bay: Sea Kayak Tour with Dolphins and Turtles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4534265/a2fc4308-e7f2-4617-aea9-111c6f656e4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay: The Byron Bay Sea Kayak Tour CA $86 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/byron-bay-the-byron-bay-sea-kayak-tour.a4534265.activity-details) [See all activities in Ballina](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Skennars Head Hotel Deals ![Tasman Holiday Parks - Ballina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77060000/77052900/77052871/6f945f7a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tasman Holiday Parks - Ballina 35 Skennars Head Rd Skennars Head NSW CA $185 CA $185 total Mar 19 - Mar 20 includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday park in Ballina. 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(315 reviews) Ballina Beach Nature resort didn’t tell us the truth as we booked a cabin with a king bed and this was not supplied and said to contact Expedia as you had our money so they couldn’t give a refund We stayed only one night instead of 4, as we didn’t have the correct room Also they are certainly not ... Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=14%2F03%2F2026&selected=9629127&PinnedHotelID=9629127&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000413602) ![Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3550000/3544600/3544538/a835eaea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments 20-22 Fletcher Street Byron Bay NSW CA $196 CA $196 total Mar 11 - Mar 12 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Byron Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 8.6/10 Excellent! 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[](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-East-Ballina.dx6143547) ![The ultimate adrenalin rush! To do a tandem skydive with the guys at Skydive the Beach and Beyond Byron Bay is an unforgettable memory :) These take care of you and make the experience the best :) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354505/8ff620fb-58d9-40d7-a93f-7f87cd33aae6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ballina Central While visiting Ballina Central, you might make a stop by sights like Ballina Racecourse and Ballina Fair Shopping Centre. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Ballina-Central.dx959393835159744512) ![Lennox Head which includes a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/24e5f7f1-6d7c-4a68-8d30-0b0b6cad8ce3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lennox Head Lennox Head is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Lennox-Head.dx6125036) ![Lennox Head showing a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/ab3ba56a-dc24-44e4-8df2-d9633b725acc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Creek North Creek is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Byron-Bay-North-Creek.dx553248634415684984) ![Lennox Head, Far North Coast, New South Wales, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143538/23a019bb-e84a-4129-a1e3-b031d17c14bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Ballina Bars and shopping are notable features of West Ballina. You might consider a stop by Big Prawn while you're exploring the neighborhood. 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