Rottnest Island Maps

Plan your Rottnest Island adventure with detailed maps

Experience Rottnest Island, a unique car-free escape just off the coast of Western Australia. Whether you’re visiting for the beaches, history, or adventure, our interactive maps and travel guide help you plan, explore, and make the most of your visit.

Beaches and bays

Find your perfect stretch of sand or underwater adventure. This interactive map highlights Rottnest’s best beaches and bays for swimming, snorkeling, and diving.

View the map here. Switch between layers to see spots for your preferred activity.

Rottnest Island accommodation, dining, and supplies

Plan your stay and keep your trip hassle-free. This map shows all major accommodation options, dining spots, grocery stores, and equipment hire locations.

View the map here. Quickly locate hotels, units, campgrounds, restaurants, cafes, and shops.

Rottnest Island attractions

Step into Rottnest’s rich past and vibrant present. This map marks historical sites, museums, public art, memorials, and the island’s most breathtaking viewpoints.

View the map here. Filter by interest–history, culture, or viewpoints.

Wadjemup Bidi walking trails

Set your pace and explore the island’s natural beauty. Follow the Wadjemup Bidi and other walking trails, with trailheads, segments, and key highlights marked along the way.

Switch between layers on the above map to see your preferred route.

Get directions for each route:

• Ngank Yira Bidi (Moderate, some steep/uneven sections. 9.5–10 km): WWII history: Bickley Battery, Oliver Hill; coastal & inland scenery; Jubilee Observation Point; birdlife; connects to Wardan Nara Bidi.
  
• Wardan Nara Bidi (Moderate, beach & road walking, stairs. 9.5–10 km): Southern beaches: Parker Point, Little Salmon Bay, Salmon Bay; WWII tunnels at Oliver Hill; Wadjemup Lighthouse; Strickland Bay surf; Mammong sculpture; links to Ngank Wen & Gabbi Karniny Bidi.
  
• Ngank Wen Bidi (Moderate, some steps, boardwalks, remote. 7.6–8.3 km loop): Wild western end: Rocky Bay, Marjorie Bay, Mabel Cove, Eagle Bay, Cathedral Rocks seal viewing, West End boardwalk (whale watching); rugged, remote, best for sunsets.
  
• Karlinyah Bidi (Difficult, rough, steep, rock hopping. 5.9 km): Northern coastline: Little Armstrong Bay, Catherine Bay, City of York Bay (shipwreck site), grasslands, views of lakes and lighthouse, less-travelled beaches, picnic spots.
  
• Gabbi Karniny Bidi (Moderate, some uneven limestone, steps. 9.5–10 km loop): Lake Baghdad, Lake Vincent, Vlamingh Lookout; boardwalks, wind turbine, Geordie Bay, The Basin, Pinky Beach, Bathurst Lighthouse; quokka sightings; best for variety and convenience.

The Wadjemup Bidi network’s well-marked, color-coded trails can be linked for extended hikes, weaving through Rottnest Island’s coastal, inland, historical, and wildlife highlights—plus bus stops at key points make your return trip effortless.

Rottnest biking trails

Ready to ride? Plan your cycling journey with mapped bike routes, suggested loops, and bike hire locations.

See route details and get navigation directions below:

• Rotto Mini Loop (Easy, 4 km / 30–60 minutes): Ideal for families and casual riders. Loops from Thomson Bay past The Basin, Longreach Bay, Geordie Bay, Vlamingh Lookout, and salt lakes. Great for a quick scenic ride and beach stops.
  
• Beaches, lakes, and lighthouse (Moderate, 10 km / 1.5–3 hrs): Showcases Rottnest’s signature scenery. Includes Parker Point, Little Salmon Bay, Salmon Bay, Wadjemup Lighthouse, salt lakes, and multiple beaches. For those wanting to explore both the coast and the inland.
  
• Island tour (Hard, 22 km / 3–5 hrs): Full island loop for experienced cyclists. Takes in all major bays and beaches (Stark Bay, Ricey Beach, Little Armstrong Bay, Parakeet Bay, Geordie Bay), West End, Strickland Bay, Cathedral Rocks, salt lakes, and more. Expect hills and remote stretches–bring water and supplies.

The island’s sealed, car-free roads (aside from service vehicles) make it ideal for cycling—rent bikes from Pedal & Flipper or your ferry operator, factor in extra time for beach stops, photos, and breaks, and pick the leisurely Mini Loop for families or the more challenging Island Tour if you’re fit and confident.

Tips for using maps and exploring Rottnest Island

• Use the interactive maps on this page to plan your route, find must-see spots, and locate services.
  
• For real-time navigation on walking trails, download the free Avenza Maps app and get the Smartreka digital maps from WA Parks Foundation. These work offline and use your phone’s GPS to show your live location-even without mobile coverage.
  
• Rottnest is car-free. The best ways to explore are by bike, on foot, or by using the Quokka Coaches bus service.
  
• Cycling gives you the freedom to stop wherever you like, but be prepared for some hills and bring plenty of water, especially on hot days.
  
• Helmets are mandatory for all cyclists, including e-bike and e-rideable users.
  
• Walking is best for short distances or along the Wadjemup Bidi trails. The island is bigger than it looks, so plan your routes and don’t underestimate distances.
  
• Stick to designated tracks and paths to protect fragile dunes and avoid unstable cliffs or overhangs.
  
• Water refill stations are mainly in the Settlement, Geordie Bay, Army Jetty, Kingstown Barracks, The Basin, and Vlamingh Lookout.
  
• The main Settlement has a general store, bakery, cafes, and basic shops. Supplies can be limited, and prices are higher than on the mainland, so consider bringing snacks, drinks, or essentials with you.
  
• Download maps or save key locations for offline use before you arrive, as mobile coverage can be patchy outside the main settlement.