Name Magnetic IslandDescriptionMagnetic Island is located 8 kilometres offshore from Townsville and was named by Lt James Cook in 1770.
During the 1800s, Magnetic Island became a popular picnic area with the first resort being established on Picnic Bay in the 1890s. Today Magnetic Island is home to many residents and can be visited by a short ferry ride.Geolocation[1] AddressWest Point,4819,Australia