The story of this place
Stokes Bay on Kangaroo Island's north coast is accessed through a narrow rock tunnel carved through the headland — a unique geological feature that frames the approach to an extraordinary sheltered beach. The beach has crystal-clear turquoise water and white sand, with headlands on both sides creating a natural bay. The rock tunnel itself provides a dramatic photographic foreground. At low tide, the sand extends to reveal rock pools teeming with marine life. The beach faces north-east, making morning light optimal. The secluded nature of the bay means few visitors, especially in winter.