Western Australia Travel Maps & Location Guides

Step back in time and explore convict jails, old taverns, whaling ships and settlers' cottages and grand National Trust homes in beautifully landscaped grounds. Discovered by Captain Vancouver in 1791 and settled in 1826, around 50 colonial buildings have survived –.. read more

The range rises up to 578 metres above sea level and stands 200 to 300 metres above a woodland and grass covered plain, with steep cliffs on the western plain. Although the Bungle Bungle Range was extensively used by Aboriginal people during the wet season, when plant.. read more

The rugged coastline only a short drive north of Carnarvon features outstanding coastal cliffs at Cape Cuvier, plus great fishing, swimming and snorkelling all year round. Pack a hamper and visit classical Australian waterholes - Rocky Pool and Chinaman's Pool.. read more

Exmouth serves as a gateway to Cape Range National Park and Ningaloo Marine Park. Cape Range National Park is located 40 kilometres south from Exmouth. It boasts spectacular gorges, an array of wildlife and wildflowers in season. Four wheel drive tours depart from town.. read more

Famous full-bodied wines, gourmet cheeses, handmade chocolates and romantic restaurants... it doesn't get any better than this! Well actually yes it does, because there are also beautiful beaches just down the road. Discover why Margaret River is WA's.. read more

The city is a must see destination for all visitors. It is the State's centre for the arts, for business, government and entertainment. The Perth Cultural Centre, featuring the State Library, Museum and Art Gallery is one of the most popular attractions.. read more

The Buccaneer Archipelago consists of up to 1,000 rugged sparsely vegetated islands with patches of rainforest, secluded beaches and a fringe of mangroves set in a bright turquoise tropical sea. Rock art on the islands reflect occupation by Aboriginal people.. read more

Access to the National Park is via good bitumen roads to Lucky Bay and Cape Le Grand Beach. Gravel roads from there on. There is no bus service, however regular tours operate from Esperance. Undulating sand plains, rich in coastal heath lay around massive.. read more

The park comprises tranquil beaches, rugged ranges and magnificent canyons and is situated on the western side of the North West Cape. The Cape Range, backbone of the cape, is a huge upward fold of limestone originally formed below the sea. Erosion of the limestone has.. read more

The suburb abounds with old, well preserved homes from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Norfolk Pine trees, some more than 100 years old, line the streets. The Civic Centre in Broome Street is a magnificent example of the early history of the area.. read more

All lie within a 45 kilometre radius of Dampier. Walking and camping on the islands is permitted but under strict conditions in many cases (ie. maximum of five nights stay). Marine life includes Loggerhead, Green, Hawksbill and Flatback turtles, Bottle-nosed.. read more

Derby was the first town to be settled in the Kimberley and is the main access point to Gibb River Road, Windjana Gorge National Park, Tunnel Creek and the small islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago. The warm winters and hot humid summers provide perfect conditions for.. read more

El Questro is a staggering one million acres in size. A world in itself, El Questro has an abundance of varying environments. Sheer cliffs plunge into blue rivers, open plains stretch seemingly forever, pockets of rain forest disguise secret waterfalls.. read more

With a temperate climate all year round, Esperance is an ideal location for lovers of sun and spectacular beaches. Esperance is a picturesque town nestled on the shores of Esperance Bay. Visitors to Esperance are charmed by its friendly people, delightful lifestyle and.. read more

Affectionately known as 'Freo' to the locals, this portside community has a strong local identity and is home to outdoor cafés, lively markets, a laid-back party atmosphere and a wonderful annual street festival. read more

The park covers 186,096 hectares and offers some of the most spectacular scenery in Western Australia. Few areas in the State boast more species of native flora and during July and October the park's landscape is ablaze with colour. The Murchison River Gorges, including.. read more

The National Park is semi developed attracting the more adventurous visitor seeking a wilderness-style experience. However being within an hours drive of Gascoyne Junction, it is also attracting those who want to sample the outback experience, but still.. read more

To the west of this park in the Napier Range is Queen Victoria's Head. From here the country becomes rugged and is dotted with huge granite outcrops. These are the foothills of the King Leopolds which were named by Alexander Forrest in 1879 after King Leopold of Belgium.. read more

With year round warm weather and plentiful water, Kununurra is lush and fertile, and produces much of the State's fruit and vegetables. Developed in the 1960s as a service town for the Ord Irrigation Scheme, it has a population of approximately 6,000 people.. read more

The Giant Beef Industry in the Kimberley began when 'Patsy' Durack, with his two brothers, made an epic two-year trek from Queensland, bringing carts, wagons and 2,000 head of cattle. In 1884 they built a Homestead, using natural stone boulders for the walls, corrugated.. read more

The city's restaurants, craft and souvenir shops, art galleries and cultural buildings are set around the blue green waters of Mandjar Bay. At night the bay lights up and people migrate to the waterfront to enjoy a barbeque or dine at the many cafes.. read more

Wonderful things started happening in the early 1960s, when a pod of bottlenosed dolphins began what has become a ritual. Every day a number of dolphins swim into the clear shallows of the bay to interact with humans, delighting visitors with their intelligence.. read more

Migrations of giant whale sharks and humpbacks attract those who love marine animals to Ningaloo. Divers and plain snorkellers come to swim with the whale sharks March to June, and June to October its humpback whale watching time. In addition green and.. read more

Today it is a place where a family can enjoy an inexpensive holiday, removed from the pressures of life. Hotel Rottnest, affectionately called the "Quokka Arms" was built between 1858 and 1864, became a hotel in 1953 and has been extensively renovated in recent.. read more

The Abrolhos Islands lie about 60 km west of Geraldton, on the Western Australian coast, and consist of 122 islands clustered into three main groups: the Wallabi Group, Easter Group and Pelsaert Group, which extend from north to south across 100km of ocean.. read more

The coastline and countryside surrounding Augusta is diverse and pristine with many places to escape and find solitude. Whales can be found off the Augusta coast from June to December. Two charters operate whale watching tours, although whales can easily be spotted from.. read more

The town is famous for its wonderful shops which include a famous craft centre boasting one of the largest ranges of arts and crafts in Western Australia, and another favourite selling locally grown and produced herbal remedies. In addition to these there.. read more

There are several spots to stop along the way to stop for a barbeque or picnic. Access to the forest is from Caves Road. read more

With its valleys and steep slopes, tall forests and wonderful scenic drives, it is one of the most picturesque towns in Western Australia. The ageless charm clinging to Bridgetown makes it a unique destination for those who cherish the less hectic side of life.. read more

The western coast is also known for its dinosaur fossils, and there are some great footprints just off Cable Beach that an only be seen at low tide or when diving. While in Broome, visit the local pearl farms and the numerous Aboriginal art galleries.. read more

A vibrant town with a strong maritime atmosphere, Bunbury is now renowned for the wild but friendly dolphins that interact with people in Koombana Bay. The 90 dolphins that live permanently in the calm waters of the bay have been coming in to the beach for decades.. read more

Perfect for families, this bay also offers access to spectacular marine life just offshore. Popular with scuba divers and snorkellers alike. Located within the Margaret River region, Bunker Bay is close to some of Australia's finest vineyards, restaurants, craft stores.. read more

Mount Burrup was named by the government surveyor FS Brockman after Henry Wood Burrup, one of two men mysteriously murdered at the union bank in Roebourne in 1885. The Northwest Shelf Gas Project is the largest resource project ever undertaken in Australia.. read more

Twice voted Western Australia's top tourism town, there's plenty of activities and tours on offer. Originally built in 1865 the historic jetty is the longest wooden pier in the southern hemisphere. The Underwater Observatory at the jetty's end will take you up close.. read more

Please respect the land, culture and privacy of the local Aboriginal people. Drive slowly when entering communities and do not wander uninvited into residential areas. No permit is required to drive to Cape Leveque, though entry fees do apply if not staying overnight.. read more

Enjoy the facilities available: the Quarry Amphitheatre, local golf course and aquatic centre. read more

The northern section of the Gibb River Road and the highway into Wyndham offer spectacular views of this majestic range. The Cockburn Range is an extensive sandstone escarpment shaped like a vast round fortress of high orange cliffs rising to over 600.. read more

The Coolgardie of today has retained many aspects of its rich and colourful history. Its charm and friendliness make it a great town in which to discover the past. Coolgardie is world renowned for two events, the birthplace of the great goldrush of 1892.. read more

With a sweeping bay, bobbing yachts and the world-class Ningaloo Reef just two steps off the beach – you'd be mad not to spend a night or two here. Just a two-hour flight from Perth, the tiny seaside town of Coral Bay boasts beach weather all year round.. read more

Cunderdin was first settled with the arrival of the railway in 1894. In 1901, the Goldfields Water Scheme reached the town, bringing with it an increase in population. Visitors can see machinery used in bygone years at the Cunderdin Museum, including displays depicting.. read more

Shark Bay received World Heritage listing in 1991 and is one of only a handful of places in the world that satisfy all four criteria for a heritage listing; having an important evolutionary and biological history, unique formations and natural habitats.. read more

It has a relaxed village atmosphere, romantic timber milling history and incredible coastal scenery. Just 45 minutes drive west of Albany on the southern coast, Denmark stands on spectacular Wilson Inlet and boasts glorious swimming, surfing and fishing beaches.. read more

The area's main attraction is Lake Dumbleyung, the largest semi-permanent natural stretch of inland water in Western Australia. Approximately 13 kilometres long and 6.5 kilometres wide, it is famous as the site of the late Donald Campbell's historic World.. read more

Dunsborough was judged Western Australia's Top Tourism Town in 1999. It is home to the largest accessible dive wreck in the Southern hemisphere. The former HMAS Swan, a 120 metre long decommissioned naval destroyer, was scuttled in December 1997. Diving.. read more

Almost obliterated by the 1961 bushfires, Dwellingup has become a year round destination for many visitors. The Visitor Centre has a great exhibition detailing the rise and fall of the mills towns in the area and, the destruction of the bushfire.. Enjoy.. read more

In the early 1900s Eucla was buzzing; the town was home to the busiest telegraph station in Australia beyond the capital cities. Explore the ruins of this historic site which are slowly being covered by shifting sand dunes. Beyond the ruins are the remains of a jetty.. read more

Faraway Bay, The Bush Camp is an outstanding wilderness retreat. Spectacularly isolated, all six secluded bush-style cabins enjoy 180° ocean views. Visitors wake up each morning to birdsong, and drift off each evening to the gentle sounds of the ocean.. read more

Surrounding the inlets of the Gairdner, Fitzgerald and Hamersley Rivers, between Bremer Bay and Hopetoun on the South Coast of Western Australia, lies one of the most diverse botanical regions in the world. More than 1800 beautiful and bizarre species.. read more

Multi coloured cliffs, where Fitzroy River has cut through fossil reef are within the park. River Red Gum and paper barks form dense riverine forest are to be seen and some areas are covered with Passionfruit vine. Numerous Freshwater Crocodile, also.. read more

Blessed with beautiful beaches and warm, sunny weather, Geraldton is also a major export centre for far flung pastoral, mining, agricultural, manufacturing, construction and fishing industries. Situated on Champion Bay on a spectacular stretch of coastline known as the.. read more