Boat Harbour is a small, remote campground located beside the recreation zone of Ningaloo Marine Park. With just a handful of sites, it offers a quiet retreat for visitors looking to explore this stunning stretch of coastline.
Overview
- Bookings required and available online only
- Bookings:
- One campsite per person or group
- Available up to and including day of arrival (subject to availability and mobile coverage)
- Book up to 180 days in advance
- Groups travelling together must book separate sites
- Maximum stay:
- 14 nights during WA school holidays
- 28 nights at other times
- Outdoor education providers or tour operators must contact Milyering Discovery Centre
Why Stay at Boat Harbour?
- Secluded and quiet coastal campground with limited campsites
- Ideal for travellers seeking a peaceful wilderness experience
- Direct access to Ningaloo Marine Park recreation zones
- Great base for 4WD exploration of the southern Cape Range area
Boat Harbour Camp Map – Cape Range National Park
Site Details
Campsites
- 5 reverse-in campsites with a sand surface
- All sites are unpowered
- Review site and map details before booking
Facilities
- No-flush pit toilet only
- No drinking water or other amenities
- No bins provided – carry all waste out
Milyering Visitor Centre
- Open 9am–3.45pm daily (except Christmas Day)
- Located en route from Exmouth
- Self-service booking kiosk available (subject to availability)
Campground Rules
- No campfires permitted at any time
- No dogs or domestic animals allowed
- Generators allowed 8am–9pm only
- Do not empty portable toilet waste into campground toilets
- Carry all toilet waste out for disposal at an authorised dump point
Fees
- Per-person camping fee and per-vehicle entry fee apply
- Camping fees must be paid by Mastercard or VISA at time of booking
- Vehicle entry fee can be paid online, on arrival, or with a valid park pass (trailers excluded)
- No booking fee
- Cancellation/date-change fees may apply during peak times
- Peak periods:
- 4–19 July
- 26 Sep – 11 Oct
Access and Location
- 72 km from Minilya–Exmouth Road via Ningaloo Road and Ningaloo–Yardie Creek Road
- 172 km from Exmouth, 124 km from Coral Bay
- High-clearance 4WD with low-range gears required
- Crossing Yardie Creek from the north is risky and not always possible
- Check tides before attempting the crossing at Bureau of Meteorology
- Reduce tyre pressure for soft sand tracks
- No reinflation facilities on exit
- Visit Main Roads WA Travel Map for route planning
- Learn more about zoning and permitted activities in Cape Range National Park and Ningaloo Marine Park
Safety and Preparation
- No drinking water or hygiene facilities provided
- Be self-sufficient with water, food, fuel, medication, and first aid
- Weather risks:
- Extreme heat (Dec–Apr)
- Tropical cyclones (Nov–Apr)
- Storms (May–Oct)
- This is a remote location – plan accordingly
- For emergency alerts, visit Emergency WA
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