Warroora Station and the Warroora coast
Warroora is a remote stretch of the Ningaloo coast with beach camping, a pastoral station and a homestead. Two separate offers share the name, and mixing them up is the most common planning mistake. Coastal camping is booked with the state parks agency, DBCA. The privately run station offers its own accommodation and homestead camping. A booking with one does not cover the other.
This guide is independent. It is not run by DBCA, the station or any tour operator. Always check the current notices on the DBCA Warroora Coast page before you drive, because campground status here can change.
14 Mile closure notice
Read this before you plan a Warroora coast camping stay.
What was announced
The DBCA Warroora Coast page reports damage to sites 12 to 28 at 14 Mile and announces that the campground closes from Thursday 29 October 2026, for relocation and rebuilding. The notice gives no reopening date, so do not assume a booking after that date is possible. Check the DBCA page for the current status.
What this does not mean
The closure concerns the 14 Mile campground. It does not mean that the whole Warroora coast is closed. Further north, the same DBCA page reports all five campgrounds in Nyinggulara National Park closed after cyclone damage in 2026, with no reopening date. The Ningaloo guide covers that area.
Reef trips and tours from Coral Bay
If you do not want to drive a 4WD track, a guided trip from Coral Bay reaches the reef by boat or on a quad.
Getting to Warroora: access and 4WD tracks
What the station and DBCA say about the roads.
The station says that almost all coast routes need a 4WD. The homestead can be reached by a 2WD vehicle in dry, favorable conditions. Do not expect a year-round sealed or sedan-friendly route. The speed limit on the property is 40 km/h. Track conditions change after rain and wind, and the station and DBCA pages are the places to check before you set off. Do not count on phone coverage on the tracks.
The drive from Perth to Coral Bay, the usual starting point, is described on our getting there page.
14 Mile campground rules
Conditions published for the campground, which do not automatically apply to other sites.
| Topic | Rule or fact |
|---|---|
| Booking | Advance booking is compulsory, with no booking fee. Pay by Mastercard or Visa when you reserve. |
| Maximum stay | 14 nights per park if any night falls in WA school holidays, otherwise 28 nights |
| Toilets | Bring your own portable enclosed toilet. There are no toilet facilities. |
| Rubbish | No bins. Take your rubbish with you. |
| Generators | Allowed at 14 Mile |
| Fires | Only when conditions allow, in your own portable fire pan. The usual season is April to October. Do not collect firewood. |
| Camping fee | Charged per person per night. Check the current fee on the booking page. |
Rules along the Warroora coast
There is no entry fee for the Warroora Coast. Camping is charged separately. DBCA lists no drinking water, so carry all you need. Dogs are allowed only in designated areas and must be on a leash. Private unlicensed quads and ATVs are not allowed.
The coast lies in the Ningaloo Marine Park, where sanctuary zones are closed to fishing and collecting. Do not stand on coral or break it, and keep a distance from wildlife. For tours, a licensed operator is the way to get close to turtles and mantas. Our sister guide explains the marine park in more detail.
How to book the coast campsites
Release dates and what to do after.
DBCA releases coastal sites monthly, on the first Tuesday at 10:00 AWST. April 2027 sites open on 6 October 2026, and May 2027 sites on 3 November 2026. The dates can take holidays and weekends into account, so do not count on a fixed number of days or on calendar months. Our caravan parks and camping guide explains the difference between the DBCA sites and the private parks in town.
Before you drive out
A short checklist for a remote coast stay.
Confirm the booking and the status
Book the campsite with DBCA, and check the Warroora Coast page for notices the day before you leave. A booking at the station is a different product.
Fuel, water and food
There is no drinking water on the coast and no shop. In Coral Bay a card-only fuel pump is open 24 hours, and there is a supermarket. Fill your tank and your water containers there.
Toilet and rubbish
At 14 Mile you need your own portable enclosed toilet. There are no bins, so pack out everything you bring.
Help and phone coverage
The emergency number in Australia is 000. Telstra and Optus work in Coral Bay town, but coverage on the station tracks cannot be assumed. Tell someone your route and your return date.
Plan the rest of your trip
Related guides on this site.
Warroora Station: frequently asked questions
Is the 14 Mile campground at Warroora open?
DBCA announced that the campground closes from Thursday 29 October 2026 for relocation and rebuilding, after damage to sites 12 to 28. No reopening date is given. Check the DBCA Warroora Coast page before you plan.
Do I book Warroora camping with the station?
No. Coastal campsites are booked with DBCA. The station runs its own accommodation and homestead camping separately.
Can I reach Warroora in a two-wheel-drive car?
The homestead can be reached by 2WD in dry, favorable conditions. According to the station, almost all coast routes need a 4WD.
Is there drinking water at the coast?
No. DBCA lists no drinking water on the Warroora Coast, so bring your own supplies. At 14 Mile there are also no toilets or bins.
How long can I stay?
At 14 Mile the limit is 14 nights per park if any night falls in WA school holidays, and 28 nights otherwise.
Can I bring a dog or my own quad bike?
Dogs are allowed only in designated areas, on a leash. Private unlicensed quads and ATVs are not allowed.