Pilbara Oasis between Karijini & Ningaloo
OPEN to Tourists 1st April - 12th October 2025
OPEN for Corporate Accommodation year round
Cheela Plains Station is a family owned and managed working cattle station nestled in the semi-arid, pastoral rangelands of the Pilbara in northern Western Australia. Our station-stay is a welcome stop for travellers on the Nanutarra-Munjina Road between the World Heritage listed Ningaloo Reef and Karijini National Park.
GETTING HERE
Cheela Plains is located 170kms southwest of Tom Price Visitor Centre (via Paraburdoo) and 460kms northeast of Exmouth on the Nanutarra-Munjina Road (Hwy 136). The Station Campground is situated 1km off the main highway and is accessible by 2 wheel drive car.
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Cheela Plains Station has long been a gathering place of people and cultures coming together. The pastoral lease encompasses four indigenous language groups: Puutu Kunti Kurrama and Pinikura, Yinhawangka, Bunjima and Jurruru. We acknowledge Aboriginal Elders past, present and emerging.
Our Guests Say It Best
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Chef & Pastry Chef couple WANTED for the 2026 season to lead culinary excellence on our remote WA station stay creating modern, rustic dishes and luscious pastries and desserts.
Live and work in the stunning Pilbara outback!
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This is what it’s all about 💛 Reviews like this make all the hard work worth it. What an incredible season we’ve had – welcoming friends old and new, and sharing our slice of paradise with everyone who comes over the hill. Our staff love reading your feedback, so keep it coming! But we think the words here speak for themselves. Want to be left speechless like this guest? You know what to do… ✨
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Epic backdrop, epic shot. Huge thanks to our guest Peter Bird for capturing the dump truck under the night sky during his stay with us last week! 🌌🚛🙌 We absolutely love seeing the photos you take while you’re here — keep them coming! 📸✨ #westernaustralia #pilbara #discoverwa #travelwa #outback #stationstay #campground #campsite #outbackaustralia #nightsky #astronomy #photography #dumptruck
Greenest grass in the Pilbara — wouldn’t you agree? 🌾✨ Step straight into a lush oasis when you check in at Cheela Plains!
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Pilbara moments made to last a lifetime. On Friday, some very special visitors trotted into the oval 🐎✨ An unforgettable experience for our younger guests — and the horses soaked up every bit of the spotlight!
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Look at this epic shot taken by Chef Tonis 🙌 Last night the crew set out to capture the windmill under the Milky Way — mission accomplished, wouldn’t you agree? 🌌✨
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We’re still open and welcoming guests until 12th October! From campsites and comfy rooms to two-course dinners in our Red Plains Restaurant or sweet treats at the Red Plains Café – there’s something for everyone here at Cheela Plains. Whether you’re a local or travelling through, come and treat yourself in the Pilbara. 🌾✨ #westernaustralia #treatyourself #foodie #travelwa #discoverwa #cafe #outbackaustralia #pilbara #campground #gorge #OffGrid #OutbackVibes #outback #restaurant #Cafe #campsite #indulge
☕ Attention coffee lovers! Barista-made coffee is served daily from 7am–2pm at our Red Plains Café. Pair it with our homemade carrot cake for a true taste sensation! 🥕🍰
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