Rottnest Island shipwrecks

Since the first Europeans visited the west coast of Australia in the 17th century, Rottnest Island has seen numerous shipwrecks.

Following is a list of the thirteen larger and surveyed shipwrecks close by to Rottnest Island (32°0′S 115°31′E / 32.000°S 115.517°E / -32.000; 115.517).

Anitra II, for example is in this latter category, but is included in the list as the hull was on display on the island near the main settlement.

It was lost at night during the 1979 Parmelia Race only a few nautical miles from the finish line.

In encouraging full access to all the sites, by marking them on navigation charts and by producing interpretive materials in exhibitions, pamphlets and on the plaques, the wrecks have become part of a "museum-without-walls" concept.