“In the path of the Roaring Forties”
King Island is part of the State of Tasmania, situated at the western entrance of the Bass Strait, midway between Victoria and Cape Grim on northwest Tasmania. It is 64 km from north to south and 26 km from east to west, and is approximately 110,000 ha. The Island is at 144º longtitude East and latitude 40º South, placing it in the path of the “Roaring Forties”, a strong prevailing westerly wind. With a total population of approximately 1,600, it is home to some of the most delicious beef and cheese in Australia; and of course, Cloud Juice.
King Island Tea Tree
King Island surf.
King Island Melaleuca trees
Half Moon Bay
Cape Wickham Lighthouse
King Island Wallaby.
King Island clouds.
View of Bass Strait from King Island.
King Island road signs.
King Island: Grazing on salt covered grass.
King Island sunset
Where is King Island?