At a glance
- Patrolled beaches
- Quinns Beach, Yanchep Beach and Alkimos Beach, each with a local surf life saving club
- Beach wheelchair
- Free to book at Quinns Beach from 10 October 2026 to 11 April 2027; not usable in the water
- Dog beaches
- Part of Quinns Rocks Beach, part of Yanchep Beach and part of Two Rocks Beach
- Emergency
- Dial 000 and quote the code on the nearest BEN (Beach Emergency Numbers) sign
- Who it’s for
- Families, dog owners, people who need a beach wheelchair, and anyone heading to the northern Perth coast this summer
- What to do now
- Swim between the red and yellow flags, note the BEN code at your access point, and book the beach wheelchair before you go
- Last checked
- Monday 9 November 2026, against the City of Wanneroo’s beaches pages
- Not yet confirmed
- Beach car park fees and limits: the City’s beaches pages do not describe parking, so none is covered
The City of Wanneroo’s northern beaches have volunteer surf life saving patrols at Quinns Beach, Yanchep Beach and Alkimos Beach, and the City says to swim only between the red and yellow flags. Three beach areas allow dogs, and a free beach wheelchair can be booked for Quinns Beach from 10 October 2026 to 11 April 2027. That is what the City’s own beaches pages say as of 9 November 2026.
This guide collects the City of Wanneroo’s beach safety, dog beach, beach wheelchair and emergency sign information in one place. The City’s pages do not cover beach parking, so this guide does not either; follow the signs at each car park.
Which Wanneroo beaches are patrolled, and from when?
The City thanks the local surf life saving clubs and volunteers for keeping the community safe, and lists the dates volunteer patrols commence. The City’s page prints the day and month for each date, not the year.
| Beach | Club | Patrols commence |
|---|---|---|
| Quinns Beach | Quinns Mindarie Surf Life Saving Club | 10 October |
| Yanchep Beach | Yanchep Surf Life Saving Club | 11 October |
| Alkimos Beach | Alkimos Surf Life Saving Club | 25 October |
The City also lists a mid-week beach safety service from Surf Life Saving WA, which complements the weekend volunteer patrols. It starts at Yanchep Beach on 1 November and at Quinns Beach on 1 December. Surf Life Saving WA’s roving patrol service across all the City’s beaches starts on 1 December. For more detail, the City points to the Beachsafe website.
What are the beach safety rules?
The City gives five reminders for visiting its beaches:
- Always swim between the red and yellow flags.
- Always read the safety signs.
- Ask a lifeguard for safety advice.
- Swim with a friend.
- If you need help, stay calm and attract attention.
The City also links to the Sharksmart website for shark safety information, and notes that it is an external site that the City does not manage.
Where can I take a dog to the beach?
The City names three designated dog beach reserves:
| Beach | Dog area |
|---|---|
| Quinns Rocks Beach, Quinns Rocks | Part of the beach, north from Tapping Way |
| Yanchep Beach, Yanchep | Part of the beach, south from the northern end of Compass Park |
| Two Rocks Beach, Two Rocks | Part of the beach, south of the southern groyne |
The City publishes a map of the dog beaches on its site. Outside those areas, check the signs on the beach before letting a dog off the lead.
How do I borrow the free beach wheelchair at Quinns Beach?
The City runs a free beach wheelchair program that returns each summer. This season it runs from 10 October 2026 to 11 April 2027. The Sandcruiser beach wheelchair can be booked free of charge and gives people with mobility challenges easier access to Quinns Beach. The City says it is designed for sand, grass and pathways and cannot be submerged in the water. The program is supported by Surf Life Saving WA and the Quinns Mindarie Surf Life Saving Club.
| Question | The City’s answer |
|---|---|
| Do I have to live in the City of Wanneroo? | No. Anyone who needs a beach wheelchair to reach Quinns Beach can hire it. |
| Is there an age limit? | No. |
| Can I use it at another beach? | No. It can only be used at Quinns Beach. |
| How long is a booking? | There are two time slots on available days. To have it all day, submit two booking forms. |
| Is there beach matting at Quinns Beach? | Yes, but it only extends halfway down the sand. |
| How do I know my booking is confirmed? | You receive a confirmation email with your date, time and a site map. |
Book before you plan to use it so that it is available. Once you have the confirmation email, there are two ways to reach the storeroom. If you have a Master Locksmiths Access Key, use it to open the storage door. If you do not, collect the storage key from the Surf Life Saving Club tower on the beach, and return it there when you have finished. Either way, clean the wheelchair thoroughly after use and return it to storage with the door closed and locked. To report damage, email communitydevelopment@wanneroo.wa.gov.au. For other questions, the City’s Community Development team is on 9405 5600.
What are the BEN signs on the beach?
The Beach Emergency Numbers (BEN) system puts signs with unique numbers at beach access points so emergency services can find you faster. The City says each sign has a unique letter and number code linked to the coordinates of the location, and that this data has been provided to emergency services.
In an emergency, dial 000 and quote the code and location information on the nearest BEN sign. If you can, have someone wait at the sign for emergency services to arrive. The City suggests noting the code, or taking a photo of it, at your favourite beach before you need it. In the City of Wanneroo, BEN signs are at the public beach access points along the coastline, and also at the Two Rocks marina, the Yanchep Surf Life Saving Club and the Mindarie Keys marina and boat ramp.
Can I drive on the beach?
No. The City says no vehicles, registered or unregistered, are allowed on environmentally sensitive areas such as beaches, foreshores or dunes. Off-road vehicles can only be used in permitted areas, or on private land with the owner’s consent, and noise restrictions may apply. Fines apply for using a vehicle in a non-permitted area. The City lists three permitted off-road areas:
| Area | Location | Who to contact |
|---|---|---|
| Pinjar | Corner of Old Yanchep Road and Wattle Avenue | City of Wanneroo, 9405 5000 |
| Gnangara | Gnangara Road, Lexia, west of the Beachboro Road intersection | City of Swan |
| Lancelin | Entrance off Bootoo Street | Shire of Gingin, 9575 5100 |
Quick answers
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which beaches have surf lifesavers? | Quinns Beach, Yanchep Beach and Alkimos Beach have local surf life saving club patrols. |
| Where can dogs go? | Parts of Quinns Rocks, Yanchep and Two Rocks beaches, as described above. |
| Is the beach wheelchair free? | Yes, bookings are free, at Quinns Beach only, from 10 October 2026 to 11 April 2027. |
| What do I do in an emergency? | Dial 000 and quote the code on the nearest BEN sign. |
| Can I drive on the sand? | No. Vehicles are not allowed on beaches, foreshores or dunes. |
Sources
- City of Wanneroo — Beaches (patrols, safety, dog beaches, off-road vehicles; checked 9 November 2026)
- City of Wanneroo — Beach wheelchair program
- City of Wanneroo — Beach Emergency Numbers (BEN) signage
Featured image: Two Rocks South Beach, Western Australia, April 2026 (photo: Calistemon / CC BY-SA 4.0) (text added)
OZ Local Updates is an independent local guide and is not affiliated with the City of Wanneroo or Surf Life Saving WA. Patrol dates and rules can change; check the City’s pages and the signs on the beach before you go.