Experience WA’s Coral Coast Station Stays
Western Australia’s Coral Coast is a region defined by contrast – red dirt meeting turquoise seas, remote landscapes balanced with rich stories and warm hospitality. One of the most rewarding ways to experience this unique part of the state is through a station stay. These working pastoral properties invite travellers to slow down, connect with the land and experience a side of WA that few ever see.
Here are five unforgettable Coral Coast station stays worth adding to your travel plans.
Murchison House Station Stay
Outback heritage meets river and sea
Set on a vast pastoral property just inland from Kalbarri, Murchison House Station offers an immersive outback experience steeped in history. Spanning hundreds of thousands of acres, this working station has been part of the landscape for more than a century and a half.
Visitors can camp near the homestead or, for those with a capable 4WD, venture further afield to secluded bush camps across the Murchison River. The property stretches from rugged Indian Ocean coastline through to expansive river floodplains, creating a haven for wildlife and birdlife. Thanks to the station’s permanent water sources scattered throughout, sightings are common, including rare species such as the endangered Carnaby’s cockatoo.
The landscape itself is incredibly diverse, ranging from coastal dunes to dramatic river gorges carved through striking red sandstone. Guests can explore via self-guided tracks, join guided experiences, paddle along the Murchison River or simply soak up the stillness under some of WA’s darkest night skies.
Best for: 4WD travellers, nature lovers and those chasing a true outback adventure.
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- Soak up the stillness under some of WA’s darkest night skies. Image via Facebook
Bullara Station Stay
A welcoming blend of comfort, community and cattle country
Located between Coral Bay and Exmouth, Bullara Station Stay has become one of the Coral Coast’s most loved stopovers, and it’s easy to see why. Born from a passion for sharing station life in a sustainable and welcoming way, Bullara strikes the perfect balance between authenticity and comfort.
Travellers can choose from generous campsites suitable for all rigs, or settle into one of the station’s accommodation options — including cottages, safari huts, bell tents or rooms in the historic shearer’s quarters. Whatever your style, Bullara offers a relaxed, social atmosphere where campfires, wildlife encounters and stargazing are part of everyday life.
Set in working cattle country, the station is rich in native flora and fauna and offers guests the chance to experience life on the land while still being within easy reach of Ningaloo Reef and Cape Range National Park.
Best for: Families, social travellers and those wanting comfort without losing the outback feel.
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- Farm to table, attention to detail and culinary story telling. Image via Facebook
Nambung Station Stay
Farm life near the Pinnacles
For travellers heading north or south along the Coral Coast, Nambung Station Stay provides a peaceful rural stop close to one of WA’s most iconic natural attractions. This working farm blends a small, nature-based caravan park with open farmland and bush surrounds.
Guests can choose from powered or unpowered sites or stay in an on-site caravan, with access to amenities, a camp kitchen and wide open spaces. One of the highlights is the opportunity to join a farm tour or explore areas connected to the nearby Painted Desert, part of the broader Pinnacles landscape.
It’s an ideal base for those wanting to experience the Pinnacles Desert by day and retreat to a quieter, more relaxed setting by night.
Best for: Road trippers, nature lovers and Pinnacles visitors.
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- A working sheep and cattle station two hours north of Perth. Image via Facebook
Quobba Station Stay
Where the desert meets the sea
Perched along a spectacular stretch of coastline north of Carnarvon, Quobba Station is all about raw beauty and ocean adventure. Sitting on the edge of the Ningaloo Reef Marine Park, the station offers access to kilometres of rugged Indian Ocean frontage, world-class fishing and unforgettable coastal views.
Accommodation ranges from traditional camping and caravan sites to rustic cottages, fishing shacks and ocean-view chalets. The station’s two main camping areas cater to different styles of travellers — from families and grey nomads to surfers and adventurous campers.
Between May and October, lucky visitors may spot migrating humpback whales offshore, along with resident dolphins cruising the coastline. It’s remote, dramatic and deeply memorable.
Best for: Anglers, surfers and adventurous coastal campers.
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- World class waves, pristine beaches and unforgettable camping experiences. Image via Facebook
Warroora Station Stay
Ningaloo wilderness at its finest
Stretching along a pristine section of the Ningaloo Coast, Warroora Station Stay offers one of the most immersive nature-based experiences in the region. This family-run cattle station combines eco-friendly camping with comfortable accommodation options, all set just moments from untouched beaches.
Unpowered campsites with fire pits create a classic outback atmosphere, while access to showers, toilets and a basic camp kitchen ensures a comfortable stay. For those seeking more comfort, options include self-contained cottages, stockmen’s rooms, an ocean-view villa and homestead accommodation.
With the world’s largest fringing reef just offshore, guests can enjoy snorkelling, fishing, swimming, surfing and bushwalking — all from their doorstep.
Best for: Nature lovers, snorkellers and travellers seeking seclusion.
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- Warroora Station is a family run station offering eco-friendly bush campground as well as a variety of accommodation options. Image via Facebook.
Station stays offer something truly special—space, silence, and connection to the land. They’re perfect for travellers who want to slow down, experience local hospitality and see a side of Western Australia that few get to enjoy.
