Bullara Station Stay: Everything You Need to Know (+ Honest Tips)

Quick summary: Bullara Station Stay is one of the most social, well-run station stays on the Coral Coast – and yes… the vibes really do live up to the hype!

Overview

Bullara Station Stay is a working cattle station located between Coral Bay and Exmouth on Western Australia’s Coral Coast – which makes it an awesome base for exploring both. But here’s the thing: Bullara Station isn’t just a place to park up between day trips. It has its own atmosphere that’ll keep you on-site longer than you planned.

Red dirt, wide open skies, free-roaming goats and sheep wandering past your tent, and a community vibe that’s surprisingly social for the middle of the outback. Bullara Station is modern and well set up, but still feels like a real working station rather than a theme park version of one. The owners have clearly put a lot of thought into the experience – and it shows!

Our Bullara Station Stay was a genuine highlight to our Perth to Exmouth roadtrip!

Where is Bullara Station Stay?

Firstly, Bullara Station Stay is located on Bullara-Giralia Road, roughly 70km south of Exmouth and 30km north of Coral Bay in Western Australia’s Coral Coast region, making it the perfect halfway point between the two.

It sits about 1,200km north of Perth, so most people visit as part of a larger Perth to Exmouth Coral Coast road trip rather than a standalone destination. That said, its central location means you’re never far from everything – Ningaloo Reef, Cape Range National Park, and the famous Coral Bay lagoon are all within easy (drivable) reach.

Planning a Perth to Exmouth road trip and looking to stay on more farms and stations? Here’s my full guide to the best station stays for camping along the Coral Coast.

The good news? You don’t need a 4WD to get there. The station is accessible via sealed and well-maintained dirt roads, making it suitable for caravans, campervans and regular 2WD vehicles.

Nearest towns:

• Bullara Station to Coral Bay – 30km south (20 min)
• Bullara Station to Exmouth – 70km north (45 min)
• Bullara Station to Carnarvon – 220km south (2.5 hrs)
• Bullara Station to Perth – 1,200km south (12 hrs)

When to Visit Bullara Station?

The short answer? April to October is the sweet spot for Bullara Station weather.

Western Australia’s Coral Coast has a tropical climate, which means summers (November to March) are seriously hot… we’re talking 40°C+ days, high humidity, and the risk of cyclones.

Therefore, most travellers avoid this stretch of WA in the wet season for good reason.

The best time to visit Bullara Station Stay

April – June (Autumn) The crowds from peak school holidays start to thin out, temperatures are comfortable (mid-20s°C), and the station has a more relaxed vibe. Ningaloo Reef whale shark season runs April to July, so if that’s on your bucket list, this window is ideal.

July – August (Winter) Peak season on the Coral Coast – and honestly, our favourite time to visit Bullara Station. We were there in August and the temperature was absolutely perfect; warm sunny days, cool fresh nights, and that classic WA winter starry sky. It’s also when Bullara is at its most alive with burger nights, live music and events. Just book well ahead (like months ahead!), pack a layer or two for after sunset, and expect minimum stay requirements to apply.

September – October (Spring) A brilliant shoulder season. Humpback whale watching peaks around September, wildflowers are out across WA, and Bullara Station weather is warming up without the summer extremes. Crowds start to build again toward October school holidays.

What to avoid: November to March brings extreme heat and humidity to Bullara Station. Reduced facilities at some sites and a quieter station overall, some events and food nights may not run during this period so please check their website and socials before booking. 

Accommodation Options & Pricing

Bullara Station Stay prices vary depending on your budget and comfort level. For up to date prices please visit the official Bullara Station Stay website.

Bullara Station Stay Camping:

• Unpowered bush camping – classic red dirt sites, perfect if you’re self-sufficient
• Powered sites – for caravans and campervans

Bullara Station Stay Glamping:

• Bell tents / glamping – set up and ready to go, popular with couples
• Safari Huts – the newest addition; air-conditioned ensuite safari tents with kitchenette and BBQ

Bullara Station Stay Accomodation:

• Shearers Lodge – stylishly renovated with communal bathrooms, heaps of character
• Outcamp rooms – air-conditioned, ensuite king single rooms
• Self-contained cottages – the premium option, great for families or longer stays

What we paid: $43 per night for unpowered camping. Note there was a two-night minimum stay, which may apply during peak season and school holidays, it’s worth checking when you book.

The amenities are genuinely impressive. Immaculate bathrooms, hot showers, a well-stocked camp kitchen with utensils, BBQs, and communal fire pits. Campsites are spacious and not crammed together.

Food & Social Scene

Next up is the food and social seen at Bullara, this is where they really earn their reputation. The Bullara Station menu varies and depends what day of the week it is.

Bullara Station food highlights:

• Friday Burger Night – the icon. The team cranks out close to 500 burgers from the Woolshed. Bring your camp chair and plate, grab a spot and watch the chaos. The Bullara beef is the real deal (apparently… I’m vegetarian myself) some guests even buy patties and sausages to take on the road
• Thursday Pizza Night – wood-fired pizzas from the visiting Doofwired Pizza van (sometimes Saturdays too)
• The Table – a more elevated sit-down ‘fine’ dining experience on select nights; book ahead, it fills up fast
• Morning scones and coffee – a genuine crowd pleaser, these were so good! We grabbed some for the road on the morning we left. 
• Woolshed Bar – a boutique bar focused on WA producers. Two drinks will set you back around $25, so it’s not cheap, but it’s a great spot to wind down. There was even live music when we were there – a true core memory!

Different food events and festivals run most nights of the week, so check the schedule when you book and plan your stay around it if you can. Meals are bookable in advance and it’s strongly recommended, especially the famous burger night and in high season. 

Things to Do On-Site

More than you’d expect from a campground:

• Sunset Hill Walk – a short walk with big payoff views over the red landscape
• Lava Trees – quirky natural feature worth a look (and the outdoor bush showers are a talking point)
• Gulf access – low tide reveals crabs, mudskippers and a completely different landscape
• 4WD tracks on the station
• Animal feeding – sheep, calves and goats in the morning and evening (big hit with kids)
• Markets – occasional pop-up markets with local producers and makers on-site
• Live music – particularly around burger nights

And of course, you’re perfectly placed for day trips to Coral Bay, Cape Range National Park, Ningaloo Reef snorkelling, and Exmouth itself. Again, please check the Bullara Station website and their socials for exact activities happening during your stay.

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Tips & What to Expect

• Book ahead – especially for Friday burger nights and The Table dining. During school holidays and peak season, a minimum two-night stay may apply
• Pets are welcome in the campground (not in accommodation)
• Firewood isn’t free – communal fire pits are great but you’ll need to purchase a wood bundle on-site (around $36 a bag). Worth factoring into your budget…
• The camp kitchen has an oven but no microwave – handy to know if you’re warming things up.
• It’s 2WD accessible – you don’t need a 4WD to get here.
• Prices are on the higher end for a campground – but I feel it’s worth it for the experience, food and facilities. A small number of long-term road-trippers find it pricey, so go in with realistic expectations. If you’re a budget traveller like us, treat the stay here as a real treat! 

Who It’s Best For

• Families with kids (animals, space, activities, burger night… tick, tick, tick)
• Couples wanting a more social stop than a standard caravan park
• Travellers driving the Perth to Exmouth stretch who want a genuine highlight rather than just a pit stop
• Anyone who wants great food without having to drive into town

Moreover, it’s probably not for travellers on a very tight budget, or those wanting a total remote camping spot, it’s a social spot and that’s part of the charm.

Summary

Bullara is one of the standout stops on the Coral Coast, and for good reason. It’s a working cattle station that’s somehow also a well-run hospitality operation, and it manages to feel genuine rather than gimmicky. The food events alone are worth building your itinerary around, and the community vibe around the fire pits at night is the kind of thing you end up talking about for the rest of the trip.

A genuine highlight to our WA road trip. If you’re driving the Coral Coast, don’t just stop here for a night, give it two!

Planning a trip to Exmouth as part of your Perth to Karijini National Park road trip across Western Australia? Check out my Karijini full guide here.

How to Book

Finally, you can book directly at Bullara Station Stay.

Book as early as possible if you’re travelling in peak season or school holidays. Check the weekly events calendar when booking so you can plan your nights around burger night, pizza night or The Table.

Have you stayed at Bullara? Drop your experience in the comments below – I’d love to hear how it compared!