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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We absolutely LOVE seeing the snaps you take while enjoying your time here at Cheela Plains 💛 Just look at this epic shot from Wednesday captured at the cave by a couple who completed the Cave Walk and then celebrated with an almond croissant 😍🥐 #travelwa #stationstay #WesternAustralia #Adventure #explore #camplife #outbackaustralia #nature #ExploreWA #camping #outback #westernaustralia #DiscoverWA #discoverwa #wastationstay #StationLife #pilbara #cave #landscape
July at Cheela ✨
Let’s take a look back at the month that had it all – planes ✈️, live music under the stars 🎶, more epic sunsets than we could count 🌅, and of course… those all-important neck scratches 🐮💛and a bittersweet farewell to our wonderful camp hosts, Jacquie and Colin. #westernaustralia #StationLife #outback #camplife #Adventure #stationstay #camping #pilbara #ExploreWA #DiscoverWA #WesternAustralia #australiauncovered #discoverwa #outbackaustralia #wastationstay #OffGrid #travelwa #nature #explore #cattle #plane #livemusic #pilbara
🌟 Time to say a big Cheela goodbye! 🌟
We`re sending a heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible camp hosts, Colin & Jacquie 💛
For the past 8 weeks, they’ve been absolute legends — chatting with guests, handling late check-ins, keeping the camp toilets (and bins!😂) sparkling clean, and let’s not forget their dedication to burger night 🍔🔥
You’ve been everything we needed and more, and we’ll miss you so much!
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🎥 Staff Picks at Cheela Plains!
Ever wondered what our team really can’t get enough of? Here are some of our all-time favourite dishes — straight from the people who know the menu best! 🍽️💛
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"We’re loving all the epic snaps you’ve taken here at Cheela Plains! 📸 Here’s a little taste of what’s rolled in this season — definite memory-makers, right?! #pilbara #outback #discoverwa #westernaustralia #camping #australiauncovered #travelwa #stationstay #wastationstay #OffGrid #nature #gorge #geology #explore #Adventure #camplife
🎶 Welcome July with Live Tunes at Cheela Plains! 🎶
We’ve got two incredible nights of live music coming your way this month:
📅 July 18 – Tommy Steez
Laid-back folk vibes with a loop pedal twist. Don’t miss this one!
📅 July 25 – Scmone Project
A soulful set under the stars — the perfect way to wrap up your outback adventure.
🌅 Campfire, cold drinks, and live music in the Pilbara? Yes please!
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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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