


Manning Stairs is a rugged coastal stairway offering elevated views over Cockburn Sound, Rottnest Island on the horizon, and dramatic limestone cliffs — ideal for seascapes, sunrise backdrops and long-exposure waves. Access is free from Davilak Ave; limited street parking nearby. Best at dawn for warm light and calmer crowds, or at golden hour for color and silhouettes. Stairs are steep and uneven — wear grippy shoes; weekdays are quieter. No permits required.



Manning Stairs is a rugged coastal stairway offering elevated views over Cockburn Sound, Rottnest Island on the horizon, and dramatic limestone cliffs — ideal for seascapes, sunrise backdrops and long-exposure waves. Access is free from Davilak Ave; limited street parking nearby. Best at dawn for warm light and calmer crowds, or at golden hour for color and silhouettes. Stairs are steep and uneven — wear grippy shoes; weekdays are quieter. No permits required.