Cloudy Bay (Tasmania) facts for kids
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Native name:
Lunawanna Allonah
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| Geography | |
| Location | Tasman Sea |
| Coordinates | 43°28′S 147°13′E / 43.467°S 147.217°E |
| Administration | |
| State | Tasmania |
| LGA | Kingborough Council |
Cloudy Bay is a beautiful bay located at the very southern tip of Bruny Island in Tasmania, Australia. It's part of the amazing South Bruny National Park. This special place is known for its long sandy beach and interesting marine life.
About Cloudy Bay
Cloudy Bay stretches for about 5 kilometres (that's about 3 miles) along the coast. It's a peaceful spot where you can enjoy nature. The bay is located in the Tasman Sea. It is managed by the Kingborough Council in Tasmania.
Fun Activities
One end of Cloudy Bay is a great place for surfing. The waves here are often perfect for riding. At the other end, you'll find a camping area. It has toilet facilities, making it easy to stay and enjoy the beach. The beach is surrounded by native Australian plants.
A Glimpse into History
Many years ago, in the 1830s, people used to hunt whales from the shores of Cloudy Bay. These were called shore-based whaling stations. Whaling was an important industry back then. People hunted whales for their oil and other products.
Underwater Wonders
Cloudy Bay is part of the Cloudy Bay Marine Conservation Area. This means it's a protected area for sea creatures. The bay has special underwater plants called seagrass. It also has tiny plants called microalgae in its shallow sands. These plants are very important. They provide food and shelter for many different kinds of marine animals. This makes Cloudy Bay a lively home for sea life.
Images for kids
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Looking from the camping location, Cloudy Bay is a quiet and peaceful beach with calm waters and slowly levelling sands.
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The beach is surrounded by native Australian plants for its entire 5 kilometre span.
