Bay Of Shoals, South Australia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Bay Of Shoals, in the Kangaroo Island Council local government area.
| Locality | Bay Of Shoals |
| State | South Australia (SA) |
| Local Government Area | Kangaroo Island Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Central Time (ACST/ACDT) |
| Remoteness | Remote Australia |
| Latitude | -35.61085 |
| Longitude | 137.56707 |
| Population | 39 |
| Density | 4.5 /km² |
| Area | 8.6 km² |
| Elevation | 10 m |
| Postcode | 5223 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Adelaide | 121 km southwest |
Bay Of Shoals is a locality in the Kangaroo Island Council local government area of South Australia, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 39. The locality covers an area of 8.6 km², giving a population density of about 4.5 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 10 m above sea level. It lies approximately 121 km southwest of Adelaide. Bay Of Shoals is located at 35.6108°S, 137.5671°E. It observes Australian Central Time (ACST/ACDT). Postcode: 5223. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Remote Australia.
Bay Of Shoals unfolds as a coastal sanctuary where the land gently slopes towards the sea, a place marked by the persistent whisper of the ocean and the scent of salt-laden air. It lies 102.8 km west-south-west of Morphett Vale, SA (from Morphett Vale, SA: bearing 238°T), and is situated 6.4 km north-west of Kingscote. The terrain here is a subtle blend of rolling paddocks, often a rich ochre, meeting the soft grey-green of native scrub that crowds the coastline. White-capped waves, a constant presence, draw a white line against the deep sapphire of the water, and the sky overhead, particularly in the late afternoon, can burn with a fierce, almost molten gold that washes over everything, softening the edges of the world. The character of Bay Of Shoals is one of quiet resilience, a place where the elements have shaped not just the land but the very spirit of its inhabitants.
The history of Bay Of Shoals is intrinsically tied to the sea and the fertile earth. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of rich grazing land and sheltered waters, established a presence that has evolved over generations. The local economy, once heavily reliant on wool and grain, now also embraces the bounty of the ocean, with a small but dedicated fishing fleet bringing in the day's catch. Tourism plays a growing role, attracting travellers seeking the island’s natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, drawn to its pristine beaches and the opportunity to witness wildlife in its natural habitat. The distinctive character of Bay Of Shoals is a testament to its enduring connection to both the pastoral traditions of the interior and the untamed spirit of the Southern Ocean.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Bay Of Shoals, South Australia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Bay Of Shoals, in the Kangaroo Island Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Bay Of Shoals includes the postcode (5223), telephone area code (08), and local government area (Kangaroo Island Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Remote Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Bay Of Shoals is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |