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
FOLLOW THE INSPIRATION TRACK
We are looking for a chef to join our team from mid July for 8 weeks. We are a station stay on a cattle station with a cafe and restaurant located in the Pilbara region of WA. If you are interested in joining our team, e-mail your resume and cover letter to: robinpensini@cheelaplains.com.au. Accommodation provided. Own 4X4 recommended. www.cheelaplains.com.au.
🐾 We welcome four-legged friends at Cheela Plains!
Just ask Jack — he’s living his best life chasing with his ball relaing the oval 🏈🐶
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🐾 Four-Legged Friends Welcome at Cheela! 🐾
Take a look at Jack, living his best life on the oval with his ball — now that’s a happy camper! 🐶🏈
Got a pup that loves adventure? Bring them along — they’re more than welcome here at Cheela Plains!
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Sue may have left us, but we’ve stayed true to our word — just look at her sunflowers now! 🌻🌞
We’ve been taking good care of them, and they’ve absolutely flourished...Wouldn`t you agree?
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🏕️ Meet Our New Camp Hosts – Colin & Jacquie! 🏕️
Everyone join us in giving a warm welcome to Colin and Jacquie, our fabulous new camp hosts! They’re now well and truly settled in, already making a wonderful impact here at Cheela Plains, and will be with us until August.
Fun Fact: They’re big F1 fans and have even attended the Singapore Grand Prix — fancy, right? 🏎️✨
We’re so grateful for all that they do, so don’t forget to say hi when you see them around!
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🎤 This Saturday at Cheela!
We’re excited to welcome Boyup Brook Bush Poet, Bill Gordon, for a special performance right here in the outback!
🗓 This Saturday
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Gather around and enjoy a yarn or two, bush poetry style.
Don’t miss this chance to hear classic Aussie storytelling at its best!
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💥Today’s an exciting day — our new signs are up!💥
You literally can’t miss us now… or our infamous carrot cake 🥕😉
Stockman Tom’s doing a fine job showing them off — don’t you think?
Huge thanks to @ian_shedley_art for his amazing creations!🎨
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🍽️ Sneak Peek: The Cheela Food Experience 🔥
Whether you`re rolling in dusty from a day of gorge exploring or just kicking back under the stars — one thing’s for sure: you won’t go hungry at Cheela!
👀 Here’s a little taste of what’s cookin’...
🍔 Burger Night Wednesdays – juicy beef patties, veggie & gluten-free options, all fired up at the campfire
🥐 Sunday Bunday – fresh-baked cinnamon scrolls & garlic cheese scrolls every Sunday morning
🍽️ Resturant dinners – hearty, comforting meals for those staying at the main site
Out here, it’s more than just a meal — it’s part of the adventure.
So bring your appetite. The outback has never tasted so good. 🌾✨
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